Analyzing the Effect of Nuclear Power on Health

Three Mile Island. Chernobyl. Fukushima. These tragic nuclear accidents are often referenced as a cautionary reminder of the dangers associated with the nuclear power industry. Yet, nuclear power continues to supply a significant portion (17%) of…

Mother Nature Takes A Peek Into Medical Facilities

Food System Revolution: The Potential of Urban Agriculture

Next time you’re eating a banana, look at the label on it. Where is it from? Most likely, it was grown on a South American farm located over a thousand miles away. This is true for most U.S. produce which on average travels about…

Language Barriers for Texas Medicaid Patients

Medicaid and CHIP

Non-profit Clinics are Bridging Existing Health Disparities in Austin, Texas

The Advantages of Natural Playscapes

In comparison to previous generations, children today lead a much more sedentary lifestyle.

High Maternal Mortality Rate in the United States and Texas and Who it is Impacting.

In the United States, particularly Texas, there is a high maternal mortality ratio (MMR) when compared to other states and countries. I want to first explain what MMR is and how its definition has been evolving. I want to explore why this…

Why Kids need Summer Camp

“Camp is a safe space that you can go to where, no matter who you are or how you act, people love you and want…

What the Food Truck?

Food trucks have been the latest craze in the food industry, and this rise in food trucks can be seen nationally. New York City has a permit waiting list 10,000 people long and a new Green Cart program that shortens the wait if a vendor agrees to sell only fresh produce and target…

Why You Should Exercise Outside Rather Than Inside?