Original Research

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Childhood obesity is a growing public health issue in the United States, with exceptionally high rates among low-income and minority communities. In Houston, Texas, the condition is particularly prevalent, as many families …

Tackling Childhood Obesity Across Houston: A Public Health Approach Read More »

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Colorectal cancer is characterized by abnormal cell growth that originates in the colon or rectum. Polyps, or growths, occur on the inner lining of the large intestine and are most common in …

Addressing Colorectal Cancer in Early Adulthood: A Sioux Falls Public Health Plan Read More »

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Adolescents aged 13–17 in Baltimore County, Maryland have experienced significant declines in physical activity and sleep quality, particularly since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. These two health behaviors are closely linked …

Understanding the Relationship between Physical Activity and Sleep Quality in Adolescents in Baltimore County, Maryland Read More »

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Lung cancer, characterized by abnormal cell growth in the lungs, is projected to affect an estimated 226,600 people in the United States in 2025.1 In addition to smoking, occupational hazards contribute to …

Lung Cancer Risk in Construction Workers in Cincinnati, Ohio: A Public Health Perspective Read More »