Katie Dillon
Katie Dillon is the digital editor of HealthCity
Recent Posts
Black Women Are Bearing the Burden of Abortion Bans
New research from Boston Medical Center indicates that reproductive healthcare providers must acknowledge racism to break down some of the mistrust.
Community-Driven Food Systems Are Key in Tackling Food Insecurity
Communities have long had the answers to feeding themselves. It's time for anchor institutions to listen and bolster their home-grown efforts.
What Is a Street Doctor?
Boston's pioneer in street medicine weighs in on street doctors' origins in the city and providing health and community care to people experiencing homelessness.
Men Are More Likely to Die by Suicide, but Less Likely To Have Depression Diagnosis
Socialization, gender roles, race, and the way we screen for depression play a critical role in who receives adequate care for mental health issues.
Paxlovid Works — So Why Has Uptake Been So Slow?
The COVID treatment is effective at preventing severe disease, but it has been mired in confusion after misleading reports of "Paxlovid rebound."
Clean Socks Are Simple Way to Reach Patients Experiencing Homelessness
Upstream healthcare solutions are critical, but this essential need offers preventative treatment and relationship-building crucial to patient care.
Patient Navigators Key in Closing Equity Gaps in Cancer Treatment
Historically marginalized communities are subject to delays across the spectrum of cancer care.