Articles tagged with Urban Studies
A study found that only 5% of rural adults seeking treatment for illegal drug use have adequate resources. Rural drug users often hesitate due to cost, lack of insurance, and concerns about maintaining anonymity at treatment centers. This gap highlights the need for targeted interventions in rural areas.
A new study shows that nearly half of rural eastern US sites would not meet the new ozone standard, posing health risks to residents. The researchers argue that a regional approach is needed to address rural air pollution, requiring cooperation among states and communities.
A new study by Cornell University found that nonwhites, especially in NYC, are more likely to live in structurally inadequate and overcrowded housing. The study analyzed data from seven metropolitan areas, including NYC, and found significant racial disparities in housing quality.
A University of Washington study found that patients of certified nurse-midwives used 12% fewer resources than those of physicians, with lower rates of continuous fetal monitoring and epidural anesthesia. Midwives also delivered babies with a lower Caesarean-section rate compared to obstetricians.
A new study by UNC-CH found that most Hispanics are of Mexican descent and have already become U.S. citizens, with about 60% residing in the urban crescent along Interstate 85. This trend, known as moving down the urban hierarchy, indicates a shift away from rural regions and coastal areas.
A study by the University of Illinois found that rural US counties gained greater access to computer networks and digital hardware between 1986 and 1992. Fiber optic mileage in the US multiplied twentyfold during this period, indicating a wider dissemination of digital technology.
The U.S. Geological Survey detected MTBE in urban stormwater samples from 16 cities, with concentrations below the EPA's health advisory limit. In New England, MTBE was detected in 24% of ground-water samples, also at low levels.