As climate change increasingly threatens the United States, many local governments are
implementing programs in response, helping to reduce their communities' contributions to …

High ambient summertime temperatures are an increasing health concern with climate
change (1). This is a particular concern for minoritized households in the United States, for …

WHAT IS THE CHILD OPPORTUNITY INDEX, AND WHY IS IT NEEDED? Neighborhoods
are important for families and children, shaping the economic, social and environmental …

Background: Understanding the relationship between climate change and child health is
crucial for making informed decisions and implementing successful treatments. However …

This dissertation would not be possible without the cooperation and hospitality of the
Indigenous pastoralists of the Central Karakoram Mountain Range in Pakistan. I am thankful …

The experience of pregnancy within the US healthcare system is life threatening for
pregnant people in the margins. Minority populations, including Black and Native American …

However, depending on the projects that localities prioritize, these investments could
exacerbate rather than mitigate climate change. For instance, analysis shows that the IIJA …

Climate change represents a global challenge, but it also exacerbates existing disparities
among individuals and communities. LGBT people face discrimination and exclusion …

Climate change can induce a significant mental health burden on youth, especially for those
in Indigenous communities. Despite their vulnerability, little is known about the impact of …

Underserved communities, particularly neighborhoods of Black, Indigenous, and People of
Color (BIPOC) and low-and moderate-income (LMI) households, grapple with heightened …