“According to the National Diaper Bank Network, the number of families unable to afford diapers has increased dramatically between 2023 and 2010. According to the organization’s study, 47% of families reported diaper needs in 2023, up from about 33% in 2010.” (Denise Payan)

“As a health communications researcher specializing in vaccine hesitancy, the last few years in my field have been paradoxical. Vaccinations played a large part in ushering us into the post-pandemic world, yet a “misinfodemic” against vaccines persists. … recognition of World Immunization Week – taking place annually during the last week of April – I want to highlight the collective action needed to improve vaccine uptake to protect people of all ages.” (Suellen Hopfer)

“I’ve been worried about it, and the science panel has been worried about this being potentially an issue for more people for a long time. I think the health effects [are] becoming more and more clear over time.” (Scott Bartell)

“Wood fires generate smoke, which contributes to air pollution and the fine particles contribute to lung and heart disease. People who have respiratory problems such as asthma, COPD, or emphysema are more likely to be at risk from health effects related to fire pit emissions.” (Michael Kleinman)