Morey – UC Irvine Wen Public Health

The Los Angeles Post, April 22, 2025

COVID fallout leaves many NHPI adults without adequate care

"Our report helps address a data gap that Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander community leaders have expressed. We knew from stories that NHPI communities were deeply impacted, and continue to be impacted, by the pandemic. But now we have the data to show the extent of the impact and provide some insight into what we can do about it." (Brittany Morey)

The Mirage, April 11, 2025

Most Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders Missed Aid

Phys.org, January 9, 2025

Qualitative research highlights community-driven strategies for cleaner air

"By addressing barriers and harnessing strengths at every level, residents of neighborhoods like Boyle Heights—disproportionately impacted by pollution—can be better empowered to advocate for environmental justice. " (Brittany Morey)

Medical Xpress, August 8, 2024

Link found between sociocultural institutions in ethnic enclaves and resident health

"Our new measures capture aspects of local economies that may support residents through in-language and culturally appropriate services, employment and social groups that help us estimate how they impact community health. Rather than census data, we used business listings to identify organizations that promote cultural and social identity, including arts, civic, historical, religious, social service and membership." (Brittany Morey)

Association of American Universities, August 8, 2024

Link Found Between Sociocultural Institutions in Ethnic Enclaves and Resident Health

PHYS.ORG, May 23, 2023

Government mistrust by mixed-immigration status families during pandemic led to fear and confusion, finds study

"It is clear that these anti-immigration policies had extremely harsh and detrimental effects on the lives of so many marginalized families." (Brittany Morey)

Healthline, March 2, 2023

Too Much or Too Little Sleep Can Increase Your Risk of Getting Sick

"During sleep, the body releases certain cytokines, which influence the body’s inflammatory response. When this process is disrupted, the body’s ability to respond to infection is hindered." (Brittany Morey)

OC Register, January 22, 2023

Southern California life expectancy shows huge gaps based on race, gender, county

"These differences aren’t accidents. Why would a virus affect certain groups more than others? The pandemic revealed a system of broader inequities." (Brittany Morey)

Inside Higher Ed, October 20, 2021

Academic Minute: Social Support in Improving Immigrant Health

"Today on the Academic Minute, part of University of California, Irvine, Week: Brittany N. Morey, assistant professor of health, society and behavior, examines how a strong support network can help keep immigrants healthy." (Brittany Morey)