From infectious diseases to mental trauma caused by violence, the state of public health-where it’s been and where it’s going-has been one of the least talked-about areas of Rahm Emanuel’s legacy as mayor. Today we look at the state of public health over course of the Emanuel administration

But up first, a study that began more than 5 decades ago shows the incredible benefits of early childhood education. Young kids in the 1960’s are now in their mid to late 50’s, and researchers have found amazing outcomes even after all these years.