#  Public Health 

 



##  Public Health 

 

 

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There are great opportunities for city and public health leaders to integrate data and technology to enhance public health outcomes in urban environments. Our research, writing, and initiatives empower city leaders and residents to address health disparities, improve environmental conditions, and foster community engagement.



 

  [### Low-Tech Cooling Strategies for Extreme Heat

 ](/low-tech-cooling) June 15, 2026 

 

   ![Crowd in stadium on a hot day](/sites/g/files/omnuum10826/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-06/Untitled%20design%20%2812%29.png?itok=AhJwHuA1) 

 



 

 

   [### The Value of Concentrating Neighborhood Investment

 ](/atlanta-neighborhood-investment) June 01, 2026 

 

   ![Empty storefronts in Lakeville, Atlanta](/sites/g/files/omnuum10826/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-06/AdobeStock_588887170_Editorial_Use_Only.jpg?itok=3ew-VtOJ) 

 



 

 

   [### Milwaukee's Data-Driven Strategy to Eliminate Childhood Lead Poisoning

 ](/milwaukee-data-driven-lead-pipes) May 28, 2026 

 

   ![Water main lines in a ground trench for repair](/sites/g/files/omnuum10826/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-05/AdobeStock_251538232.jpg?itok=V8zVbtY-) 

 



 

 

   [### How Seattle Built a Benefits Portal to Share Benefits Widely

 ](/seattle-benefits-portal) May 06, 2026 

  [Betsy Gardner](/people/betsy-gardner)

 

   ![Seattle city skyline](/sites/g/files/omnuum10826/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/datasmart/files/seattle1.jpg?itok=oYDhajag) 

 



 

 

   [### How AI Helps Cities Manage Disaster Response Data

 ](/ai-disaster-response-data) April 28, 2026 

  [April Hopcroft](/people/april-hopcroft)

 

   ![Drone image of a coastline with colorful dots showing types of damage, with the majority marked as "destroyed"](/sites/g/files/omnuum10826/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-04/Hurricane%20damage%20Manzini.png?itok=LhQYGwOG) 

 



 

 

  

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##  Want to get involved in our environment and public health work? 

 



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