Hypergentrification of NYC neighborhoods is associated with better mental health for White populations, but not among Black and Latino populations

A study by Ohio State University researcher Nima Dahir found that Black immigrants can act as a buffer between Black and white residents, increasing the white population in neighborhoods with a high native-born Black presence. The influx of Black immigrants led to a decrease in native-born Black residents and an increase in non-Hispani...

A Duke University-led study suggests that targeting disadvantaged neighborhoods for dementia prevention programs could help lower dementia risk. People living in poorer neighborhoods show early signs of cognitive decline and have measurably poorer brain health as early as age 45, regardless of their own personal income or education.

Researchers found that NYC teachers are more likely to stay in schools with a principal and peers of the same race/ethnicity. Black teachers were 14% less likely to leave schools led by a Black principal compared to a White principal.

A new study found that NYC's Community Parks Initiative increased park use and physical activity among residents, particularly in low-income neighborhoods. The study tracked changes in park use over three years, with intervention parks showing a greater net number of users, while control parks saw decreased use.

Researchers found that Mental Health First Aid training improved correctional officers' ability to distinguish between mental health challenges and other issues. The training also positively impacted their attitudes toward referring incarcerated individuals to mental health professionals. However, there is a need to enhance the mental ...

A new study found that younger people from high-income areas accessed vaccines ahead of schedule, particularly in New York City. This led to lower coverage rates in low-income areas with high proportions of older residents, resulting in higher mortality rates over the year.