Over 100 million Americans suffer from allergies — but where you live can make a big difference. This post explores indoor and outdoor allergy severity across U.S. cities and states using a detailed study by HouseFresh. See how climate, pet ownership, and urban development shape allergy risk, and discover which places are hardest — or easiest — to breathe in.
Read more: Worst States and Cities for Allergies in the U.S. Mapped
Why do men have higher BMI than women in the U.S., but not in Nigeria or India? This map compares BMI by gender across the world—and uncovers what lifestyle, age, and culture might have to do with it.
Read more: Who Has Higher BMI: Men or Women?
In America, the cost of eating healthy varies dramatically from state to state. A new study by PlushCare reveals surprising price disparities and affordability challenges across the country. From Hawaii’s steep premiums to Colorado’s unexpected affordability, this analysis offers crucial insights into the economic landscape of nutrition in the United States.
Read more: The Price of Health: Analyzing Food Costs Across America
Global life expectancy has been on an upward trajectory, reflecting improvements in healthcare, sanitation, and living conditions. The world average life expectancy is around 75 years, according to data from the World Bank. However, significant disparities exist among regions and countries, with higher-income nations generally experiencing longer life expectancies than lower-income ones. Factors influencing life expectancy include access to healthcare, socioeconomic conditions, education, and lifestyle choices. Ongoing efforts to address public health challenges and enhance healthcare systems contribute to the overall improvement in life expectancy worldwide.
Read more: Life Expectancy Worldwide Mapped (2000-2022)
The history of abortion law in the United States dates back to the colonial era. Abortion was generally legal during the early stages of pregnancy until “quickening,” which refers to the first movements of the fetus that could be felt by the mother. However, by the mid-1800s, states began passing laws criminalizing abortion except when necessary to save the life of the mother.
Read more: Change in Monthly Abortions Since Roe v. Wade Overturned
According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 1.9 million new cases of cancer and 609,360 deaths from cancer are expected to occur in the United States in 2022, which is about 1,670 deaths a day.
Read more: Cancer Deaths in the United States Mapped
We’ve all had those daytimes when our skin is not looking its best, despite doing all the right things to maintain it healthy and happy. Tons of things can impact our skin from the inside out, like health conditions and hormonal changes, but if you’re having a problem with your skin, it might also be down to some environmental factors at play where you reside.
Read more: The Best and Worst U.S. cities for Skin Health Mapped
Alcohol laws in the U.S. vary widely across federal, state, and local levels. Learn about the 21st Amendment’s impact, state control measures, minimum drinking age exceptions, public drinking regulations, and the role of blue laws in shaping alcohol consumption nationwide.
Read more: Alcohol legislation in the United States
The American Psychological Association declared that 41 percent of American adults say their stress levels have risen since the beginning of the Coronavirus pandemic 2 years earlier. Post-pandemic economic consequences and the invasion of Ukraine are among the factors affecting a population still sensitive from years of living in “survival mode.”
Read more: The Most Stressed U.S. States and Cities
About one person in 5–15 thousand dies by suicide yearly, with a worldwide assessed rate of 10.5 per 100,000. Nowadays, 703,000 people die by suicide yearly. Most deaths by suicide occurred in low-and-middle-income nations (77%). Death by suicide happens about 1.7 times more often among males than females.
Read more: Suicide Rates by Country Mapped
California has experienced one of the greatest number of attacks in America (312), residents are estimated to have a 1 in 127,129 chance of being targeted. Texas is crowned the most fatal capital with 559 attacks, with Texas having a one in 53,842 chance of being involved in a dangerous animal encounter.
Read more: New study reveals the states most likely to encounter a dangerous animal
The Black Death, a ruthless pandemic that claimed one-third of Europe’s population in the 14th century, wasn’t just a medical disaster – it was a societal earthquake. From its origins in Central Asia to its rampage across Europe, this is the story of how an invisible killer changed the course of history.
Read more: The Black Death: Europe’s Deadliest Uninvited GuestLife expectancy in the United States varies significantly by region. This post examines geographic patterns of longevity, highlighting counties with the highest life expectancies and offering tips for a longer, healthier life.
Read more: Life Expectancy in the United States: A Geographic Perspective