Public Health Posts
A New Tool for Calculating the Value of Lead Prevention
A new tool released today will help policymakers and advocates across the U.S. calculate the cost of lead exposure and the economic benefits of three interventions.
Mini Organs Blast Into Space to Improve Health on Earth
Mini 3-D models of the lung, kidney, blood-brain barrier and bone-cartilage were blasted into space, where they will undergo experiments that could help us understand osteoarthritis, infections, brain diseases, kidney malfunction and more.
2019 County Health Rankings Shine Spotlight on Americans Burdened by Housing Costs
Recently, the 2019 County Health Rankings were released. The Rankings show that our health is influenced by many things—like a good job, a good education, and safe places to play. All of these factors are linked to where we live: our home. By highlighting the connection between health and housing, this year’s Rankings’ Key Findings Report showed that not everyone has the same opportunities to be healthy where they live. Across the U.S., more than 1 in 10 households are severely “housing cost burdened,” which means they spend more than half of their income on housing costs.
Burness Proudly Supports Freedom of the Press
Freedom of the press is a bedrock principle of democracy. Our work shows why each of us must do our part to protect it.
A Memorial for America’s Servicewomen
Thanks to the Women’s Memorial, the stories of America's servicewomen are being preserved—and told.
The Curb Cut Effect: How A Fix For One Group Benefits Us All
The origins of the football huddle, impact of the GI bill, and the creation of modern-day sidewalk curbs have more in common than you think.
From the Streets of DC to the Halls of the Capitol
Four key insights into what drives action on Capitol Hill, from interviews with congressional staffers.
The Students Are Coming
In the DC metro area, high school students are sending a message to Congress that they won't back down on gun control.
A Sobering Lens for What Should be a Joyous Time
This year’s County Health Rankings show that health gaps persist not only by place, but also by race and ethnicity. Birthweight is one example.
The Value of Embracing a Difficult Past
At age 15, Carissa McGee was the star athlete of her hometown. By 16, she was one of New Mexico’s youngest female inmates. This is her story.
