Mallory Bersi

Oct 31, 2024 | publichealthpost.org | Mallory Bersi |Sandro Galea |Michael Isaac Stein

During the COVID-19 pandemic it often seemed as though science was at the heart of every public discussion. Public argument flared about the science behind novel vaccines, masking recommendations, and decisions around school closures. Much of this discussion was entirely reasonable debate about still contended and new science. But some of it was fueled by political actors, aiming to advance particular political—and heavily partisan—agendas.

Jul 3, 2024 | publichealthpost.org | Mallory Bersi |Alyssa Amendola

Join the PHP Newsletter In June 2022, as the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and states enacted abortion bans, red flags waved for reproductive health advocates. The message? More women will suffer or die from preventable medical complications if they cannot access safe abortions. Restrictive abortion policies are recognized internationally to increase the risk of maternal death.

Jul 1, 2024 | publichealthpost.org | Mallory Bersi

The COVID-19 pandemic has left a significant imprint on society, particularly affecting older adults and others with chronic illnesses. From the start of the pandemic, these groups were strongly cautioned to isolate. More than four years later, as the rest of the world is returning to normal, many of these individuals have maintained their isolation out of fear of what awaits them in a maskless world.

Jun 27, 2024 | publichealthpost.org | Mallory Bersi |Madison Cheng |Ezra Levinson |Ja'Karri Pierre

Join the PHP Newsletter The sexual health of youth in the United States is under attack. Teens struggle to access necessary health care services. Their confidentiality protections are inconsistent. And the state of sex education across the country is abysmal. All these factors contribute to a rising tide of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among youth – a clear sign that our laws, education, and culture surrounding sexual health needs to change.