US Health

Cause for Concern: U.S. Women’s Health Care

Giving birth comes with inherent risks, but preventable death shouldn’t be one of them. While I still have hope for meaningful policy and system changes, the current state of women’s health care gives me pause on having children.

Burness News

The Words We Use: Why Do We Use Them?

Working with our partner at Bellwether Research, we conducted online focus groups to dig into not only how people from across the country feel about certain terms, but why – and to hear perceptions about the pace of change and who’s driving it.

US Health

Perspective: Exercise Fuels My Body and My Mind

We need to reframe exercise as fuel for the mind and body–something that you need every day like food and water–not something that can be pushed to the back burner.

US Health

The Promise of Personalized Medicine For All

Not only do we need more diverse populations participating in research, but we also need diversity among biomedical researchers and medical practitioners to lead these efforts. That makes research stronger and builds trust with diverse communities who see themselves and feel the research is more relevant to their lives.

Gender and Sexual Reproductive Health

Daring Adventures

“When Evan told me he was transgender, I felt scared and alone. I still feel scared, but I don't feel alone anymore.” This is what my dear friend Rachel told me casually on a walk recently as I asked how she opens up the discussion about her newly released book, Daring Adventures, Helping Gender-Diverse Kids and Their Families Thrive.

Burness News A Time for Reflection: Our Efforts and Commitment to Anti-Racism

As stewards of our company’s reputation and values, we believe that every day should be an opportunity to stand up against racism and “be the change we want to see in the world.”

Children's Health and Wellbeing

Companies Spend Billions to Market Food & Beverages Harmful to Our Health — And They Are Succeeding

The unhealthy products that food and beverage companies encourage consumers to purchase are directly linked to diet-related diseases like heart disease, obesity and diabetes — which disproportionately impact communities of color.