Health Policy

Those calling for added oversight on alcohol are often cast as buzzkills; few seem to recognize drinking as the public health threat it is.  There are signs of a shift ahead, though, as interest rises in dry January and the popularity of nonalcoholic cocktails and near-beers continues to increase.

Much is known about the link between cigarette flavors and consumer appeal, but less has been reported about the level of flavor chemicals in tobacco products. IGTC teamed up with experts from Portland State University to fill this important research gap.

Health systems are a major contributor to global emissions—but they are also the first responders to climate-related disasters. For both these reasons, they play an essential role in meeting upgraded climate goals

Researchers estimated the increase in births in Texas and now plan deeper dives into the data to measure the impacts on women, children, and families.

We spend most of our lives indoors, so how can we ensure the air we breathe there is as safe as possible? A new model law could help.