#public-health

medical_services  What is herd immunity and how does it relate to COVID-19?

Herd immunity, also known as population immunity, is a concept in epidemiology that occurs when a large portion of a population becomes immune to a...    Read more

local_drink  Why is the drinking age 21 in the US?

The National Minimum Drinking Age Act of 1984 mandated that all states must raise the minimum legal drinking age to 21 years. The Act was passed as a...    Read more

medical_services  How was the vaccine rollout handled in the US in 2021?

The US government began its vaccination campaign in December of 2020, initially prioritizing frontline healthcare workers and residents of long-term...    Read more

medical_services  How was the vaccination rollout in the US handled in 2021?

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a heavy toll on the world, with the United States being one of the hardest hit countries. With the development of...    Read more

cloud  Should the US government have stricter regulations on air pollution?

Stricter regulations on air pollution are necessary to protect public health and the environment. Air pollution can cause serious health problems,...    Read more

medical_services  How can we address the issue of healthcare disparities among marginalized communities?

Healthcare disparities among marginalized communities are a complex issue that requires a multifaceted approach to address. One key step is to...    Read more

contact_support  What are the effects of food deserts on health outcomes?

Food deserts are areas where people have limited access to affordable and healthy food options. These areas are typically located in low-income...    Read more

medical_services  How did the US government respond to the COVID-19 outbreak in early 2020?

The COVID-19 outbreak, caused by the novel coronavirus, was first identified in Wuhan, China in late 2019. The virus quickly spread to other...    Read more

healing  How did Trump handle the COVID-19 pandemic as president?

Former President Donald Trump's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic was a subject of much debate and criticism. Critics argue that he downplayed the...    Read more

public  What is the role of the World Health Organization (WHO) in global health?

The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) responsible for coordinating international public health...    Read more