Nicole F. Roberts is a Doctor of Public Health with a background in neuroscience, working to advance global health equity at the crossroads of health, human rights, and behavioral science. She is the founder of Health & Human Rights Strategies in Washington, D.C., author of the
How Old Extreme Weather Playbooks Can Save Us From Future Heat
In the U.S., heat claims more lives than floods, tornadoes & hurricanes combined. Lessons from managing extreme cold, floods & hurricanes offer a blueprint for survival.
Record-Breaking Heat’s Hidden Costs—6 Habits Worsening Mental Health
Record summer heat is transforming vacation into a survival season, severely impacting mental health and productivity.
100 Years After Geneva, Modern Slavery Is Still Invisible By Design
At the anti-slavery centenary, modern exploitation demands a public health approach. Dismantling systems requires redefining terms, impact metrics & empowering survivors.
How We Die Reveals How We Live—What Data Says About American Life
To understand life in America, we must understand how and when we die. In 2026, it’s not a pretty picture. U.S. health and care is worse than other nations and declining.
Your Brain On Brackets: The Science Of March Madness
Risk, reward, dopamine surges. Packaged into 130 games. Although the odds of a perfect NCAA bracket are about 1 in 9.2 quintillion, our brains love March Madness anyway.
NFL Faces Backlash Again For Concussion Settlement Shortcomings
Insiders have long known all is not what it seems inside the landmark NFL concussion settlement. A new report paints a picture of what reality is for former players.
What The Mental Health Crisis May Be Missing: Spirituality As A Tool
A growing body of medical & psychological research shows people with spiritual or faith beliefs often have better mental health outcomes. So how do we bridge the divide?
20% Of Americans Have An STI, But It’s Not Necessarily Who You Think
One in five adults in the U.S. have a sexually transmitted infection. But major shifts are happening in STI demographics, highlighting the need for new solutions.
Understanding The ‘Sober Curious’ Movement
The ‘sober curious’ movement is not a fleeting trend. It’s a shift in the way people and generations are interacting with and thinking about alcohol use. What to know.
Can You Workout With A Cold? Effects Of Exercising When Sick
Is it time to rest or time to run? Should you power through or pull back? Here's what you need to know to navigate conflicting advice on working out while feeling sick.