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December 21, 2022
Role of air pollution in development of asthma among children with a history of bronchiolitis in infancy
Background: Few studies have identified potential modifiable risk factors for the development of asthma among infants who experience bronchiolitis. Air pollution has been associated with child asthma development and may be particularly important for this high-risk group. Objectives We assessed the role of early life air pollution on asthma and wheeze among children age 4-6…
Neighborhood cultural environment and anxiety and depression symptoms among majority Mexican American adults: Results from the HCHS/SOL
Previous research on associations of neighborhood ethnic composition with indicators of mental health is limited, with findings mixed regarding the impact of Latine ethnic composition, language isolation, and other related factors in relation to depression. We hypothesized that neighborhood environments characterized by greater concentration of Latine culture were associated with lower odds of elevated self-reported…
Examination of Associations Between Zip Code Level COVID-19 Case Rates and Mental Health in Washington Counties among Young Adults
Background: Young adults have shown elevated levels of depressive and anxiety symptoms during the pandemic. However, few studies which have examined the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health have used area level COVID-19 case rates over time as a possible predictor for adverse outcomes. Method: The study sample included 382 participants residing in…
Trajectories of financial distress during the COVID-19 pandemic and their associations with mental health and substance use outcomes in a cohort of young adults
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to unprecedented disruptions in the lives of young adults, with increases in job insecurity and financial strain documented for this population. Mental health problems and substance use have also increased during the pandemic, and young adults may be particularly vulnerable for experiencing these challenges. The present study examined trajectories of…
Evaluating the Lethal Means of Non-Fatal Suicide Attempts Presenting to Washington State Emergency Departments Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Introduction: During the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns about increasing mental health conditions have emerged due to intersecting stressors associated with COVID-19 morbidity and mortality as well as disease mitigation efforts such as stay-at-home orders, school closures, and social distancing. However, little is known regarding the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on suicidal behavior in Washington. Methods: This observational…
HPV Vaccine Effectiveness by Age and Timing of Vaccination Relative to Age at First Sex Among Men Who Have Sex with Men – Seattle, Washington, 2018-2020
Men who have sex with men (MSM) are at high risk for anal human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, the primary cause of anal cancer. HPV vaccines are approved for individuals aged 9-45 years. We evaluated the effectiveness of the vaccine at preventing vaccine-type anal HPV infection among 18–45-year-old MSM using surveillance data from a sexual health…
December 12, 2022
Associations between the Sweetened Beverage Tax Implementation in Seattle, WA and Changes in Supermarket Interior Marketing Displays
Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) are a significant contributor to added sugar intake, leading to implementation of sugar beverage taxes. SSB taxes may impact supermarket in-store marketing strategies, leaning either towards or away from taxed beverages. Our study aims to evaluate the changes in supermarket interior marketing displays one year after the implementation of Seattle’s Sweetened Beverage…
May 20, 2022
Earned income tax credit policy and unhealthy alcohol use: A difference-in-differences analysis of U.S. states, 2001-2019
Background: Unhealthy alcohol use is a major contributor to chronic diseases and mortality in the United States. There is variation in generosity of state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) which supplements the federal EITC, the largest poverty-alleviation program for low-earning working adults and their families. Prior studies have found income and employment to be associated…
Associations of Air Pollution and Gait Speed in Older Adults
Background: Air pollution is widely recognized as a threat to public health. The impact of long-term exposure to air pollution on gait speed trajectories over time have not been fully explored among US older adults. The specific aims of this study were to 1) examine the relationship between long-term exposure to air pollution and decline…
Examining the scope of homicide-suicide perpetrated by law enforcement: A population-based retrospective study using multiple frames, 2003 – 2017
Background: Domestic violence perpetrated by law enforcement is an understudied public health issue. Previous studies examining the prevalence domestic violence by law enforcement primarily rely on convenience sampling and self-reported measures, producing unreliable estimates. Homicide-suicide events, as a subset of domestic violence offenses, present a unique opportunity for study given the data collection practices of…
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