Erin Billups

Aug 6, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Erin Billups

Most people spend their waking and sleeping hours inside a building, but rarely do we think about whether that building promotes good health or is making people sick. This disconnect may be most stark when looking at the nation’s school building infrastructure. In Part 2 of her latest Exploring Your Health episode, National Health Reporter Erin Billups takes a closer look at the importance of modernizing the nation’s school infrastructure.

Aug 6, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Erin Billups

The buildings that we live, learn and work in have a greater effect on our health than many may realize. For the millions of school-aged children across the country, the state of their schools can have a lasting impact on their health and well-being. Lead pipes, substandard air filtration, lack of light and even bad acoustics have all proven to affect students both academically and physically.

Aug 6, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Erin Billups

Most people spend their waking and sleeping hours inside a building, but rarely do we think about whether that building promotes good health or is making people sick. This disconnect may be most stark when looking at the nation’s school building infrastructure. In her latest Exploring Your Health episode, National Health Reporter Erin Billups takes a closer look at how the school building itself is affecting the health of students and staff.

Jul 9, 2024 | spectrumnews1.com | Erin Billups

Abortion remains a top issue this election cycle. The uncertainty surrounding reproductive rights since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade has led to a sharp increase in vasectomies and tubal ligations, and has also added fuel to the push to create male contraceptives. National Health Reporter Erin Billups looks at where things stand and at the timeline for getting these options to market. There is momentum now to expand the options for male birth control beyond condoms and vasectomies.

May 30, 2024 | spectrumlocalnews.com | Erin Billups

One in 36 children are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. But of those, very few actually know what specific gene mutation may be behind their diagnosis. National Health Reporter Erin Billups takes a look at how early genetic testing can improve treatment options and quality of life for patients. “He's happy. He's outgoing. He's more outgoing with adults than he is with children. He loves water play.