May 13, 2021Katie Gao, MPH
Women are the superheroes of our society, and just like in true superhero-fashion they carry out their work swiftly and efficiently without anyone realizing just how much they do to make sure everyone stays safe and life keeps running! They manage to juggle a variety...
Mar 29, 2021Katie Gao, MPH
Everyone uses personal care products, but did you know that certain beauty products can be a greater source of toxic chemical exposure than others? One widely used beauty product, in particular, has grown to become a hidden global health hazard. Known by many...
Feb 16, 2021Katie Gao, MPH
Whether you prefer to enjoy a hot cup o’ Joe or a soothing cup of chai, both coffee and tea have become enshrined in many people’s daily routines. Both drinks contain caffeine, a central nervous system stimulant known to increase alertness, improve focus,...
Oct 28, 2020Katie Gao, MPH
Water filter pitchers are a commonplace household item that almost everyone has. These handy devices magically turn our tap water into crisp, fresh mountain spring water. Okay, that may be a slight exaggeration, but it does make it taste better! Since many water...
Oct 6, 2020Katie Gao, MPH
Like many things this year, this election season has been anything but ordinary. With the emergence of COVID-19, the barrage of tropical storms hitting the Gulf and Atlantic coasts (1,2), in addition to the relentless wildfires raging in the Western US (3), the...
