The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine effectively prevents up to 90% of HPV related cancers, including most cervical, oropharyngeal, anal, penile, vaginal, and vulvar cancers in the United States. Despite the proven efficacy of the HPV vaccine, only around 50% of eligible youth have been vaccinated. Multiple previous studies found that parental education achievement was an […]
A14: Racial and Ethnic Disparities Regarding Food Stamp Usage in United States Households
In 2021, 10.2% of US households and 12.5% of US households with children were deemed food insecure with specific racial and ethnic groups having higher rates of food insecurity. Indeed, the risk of experiencing food insecurity is significantly higher for Black and Hispanic households. The objective of this study is to better understand how race […]
A15: Depression and Sleep Disorders in Adults Aged 20+: A Cross-Sectional Study
Sleep disorders are the second most common cause of depression in the United States. When prolonged, sleep disorders not only cause psychiatric disorders, but also hypertension, heart attacks and strokes. Currently, there are no studies confirming the relationship between sleep disorders and depression using the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) data from 2017-2018. […]
B47: Female hormones and pelvic inflammatory disease in women: a cross-sectional study
Introduction: More than 1 million women in the US contract pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) each year causing over 100,000 infertility cases. Although several risk factors for PID have been identified, the possible association of female hormone usage and PID has not been analyzed. This study’s research question was, “Is the use of estrogen or progesterone […]
B52: Schedule I and II Drug Usage Effects on Excessive Alcohol Consumption
Combination use of alcohol and Schedule I or II drugs pose numerous threats to the health of the public. Although much is known about the health effects of Schedule I or II drug use combined with alcohol, there are a very limited number of studies which actually quantify the number of co-users of these substances […]
B53: Is There An Association Between Secondhand Smoke and The Development of Depression in US Adults
Somatic and psychological symptoms of depression can lead to decreased quality of life, lack of motivation, and in severe cases, suicidal ideation, or loss of life. Secondhand smoke can increase the risk of depression due to these chemical exposures, the development of chronic physical conditions, and the biological effects of nicotine. We are determining if […]
B55: Hungry for More: Food Insecurity Programs at Miami University
This project was a part of my global health capstone project, which I completed through an immersion experience this spring at TOPSS food pantry in Oxford, Ohio. During this time, I observed that no college students had used the pantry while I was there. I learned in previous coursework that food insecurity in college students […]
C07: Inject Money into Harm Reduction: The Life and Cost Saving Powers of Syringe Services Programs (SSPs)
For this research project, I interned at Syringe Services Programs (SSPs) throughout Butler County in collaboration with the Butler County General Health District. SSPs help provide people in need with sterile syringes, injection equipment, naloxone, and fentanyl test strips. They also help link people in need to rehabilitation facilities and reduce the spread of infectious […]
B12: How Difficulty With Accessing Healthy Foods in Shelters Contributes to Diabetes Among Homeless Adults
As the homeless population continues to increase, it is important that we pay attention to how people are being affected by certain illnesses, such as diabetes. During my time volunteering at the Refuge of Hope shelter for homeless men in Canton, Ohio, it was very apparent that the homeless population is getting hit hard by […]
B54: Exploring the Relationship Between Body Weight, Body Mass Index, and Endometriosis Diagnosis
Endometriosis is characterized as a progressive chronic condition by which tissues similar to those that line the uterus can grow outside the uterus. 10% of women of reproductive age are diagnosed with endometriosis, including 50% of women who experience infertility and 60% of women who suffer from pelvic pain. Regardless of the high prevalence in […]