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Do Financial Incentives Boost Vaccination Rates?

Cash incentives have only a marginal effect on increasing vaccination uptake among adults, according to a new study.

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Study in Young Mothers Underscores Discrimination’s Ill Effects

Stress and coping with racism and discrimination are associated with higher levels of depression among young Black mothers, new research shows.

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How Close Are We to Developing Pig-to-Human Organ Transplants?

Recent developments have brought potentially lifesaving technologies closer to fruition.

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Sleep as a New Eighth Measure of Cardiovascular Health

A new study by Mailman School of Public Health researchers provides evidence that sleep is integral to preserving heart health.

NATIONAL & GLOBAL AFFAIRS

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Michael Nutter Will Chair U.S. Department of the Treasury's New Advisory Committee on Racial Equity

The 25-member committee will advise Secretary Janet Yellen and Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo on efforts to advance racial equity in the economy, and more.

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A Study to Reduce the Number of Overdose Deaths in New York State Moves Into Next Stage

The HEALing Communities Study in New York State led by Columbia School of Social Work's Professor Nabila El-Bassel has completed Wave 1 of the project. Find out what has been accomplished and what's next.

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What Issues Will Sway Voters on Election Day?

Does it always come down to “the economy, stupid,” or will other factors be as important to voters in this midterm election? Here's a look at how past trends may affect how issues play out this November.