Jillian McKoy

Communications, Boston University

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Built Environment and Infrastructure

Greener cities could prevent thousands of deaths, new study shows

Boosting green vegetation in large metropolitan areas could reduce death rates, a new US study shows. The findings could prove valuable to city planners.

09 Jun 2022

Wellbeing and Mental Health

Green spaces can reduce the risk of dementia in middle-aged women. This is why

Green spaces are associated with higher overall cognitive function, better mental health and a lower risk of dementia in middle-aged women, a study says.

10 May 2022

Wellbeing and Mental Health

This is how COVID-19 has affected mental health in the US

Depression among adults in the US tripled in early 2020 due to the global coronavirus pandemic. It has continued to rise, now affecting 1-in-3 Americans.

18 Oct 2021