Project 2025 is Coming. Here’s what to prepare for.
Well, here we are. In recent years, the intersection of policy and public health has been turbulent, to say the least. However, a seismic shift may be looming on the… Read More
Nature’s Power in the City: How Fair Access to Green and Blue Spaces Transforms Mental Health
In cities bustling with people, skyscrapers, and constant motion, finding moments of peace and connection to nature can feel like a luxury. But recent research highlights how urban green and… Read More
Next Week in Public Health, November 22, 2024
I’ve been debating whether I need to change the voice of some posts. On the one hand, we’re trying to be about the dissemination of science — which, as we… Read More
Building Trust in Science Through Effective Communication
When was the last time you questioned a headline about scientific research or hesitated to follow public health advice? For many Americans, trust in science has become a complex terrain,… Read More
Why Vaccine-Preventable Diseases Pose Long-Term Risks for Adults Over 50
Vaccines have long been heralded for their role in preventing immediate illness. But what if their benefits extended far beyond that, influencing long-term health in profound ways? For adults over… Read More
Why Staffing Adequacy in Healthcare Is More Than Just Numbers
Staffing is the backbone of healthcare systems. Without the right number of people—or the right people for the job—hospital performance and patient outcomes can quickly decline. A recent study conducted… Read More
Health Literacy for Today’s Adolescents
Adolescents today face a unique health landscape. With access to more information than ever, teens must learn how to navigate the flood of health messages and identify what’s credible. Health… Read More
Can Co-Creation be a Tool for Lasting Impact?
When tackling the big issues in public health, like unhealthy food environments or access to mental health care, traditional approaches often fall short. These challenges require more than just data… Read More
Reaction to RFK nomination: Not Good!
President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) to head the $1.7 trillion Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has sparked widespread alarm among public health… Read More
Measles Vaccination Efforts at Risk of Stalling
In “honor” of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the recent nominee to HHS, let’s take a look at this recent MMWR report. Measles, a disease once a harbinger of widespread illness… Read More
How Racial Bias in Lab Testing Impacts AI in Healthcare
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare, but what happens when the data feeding these powerful tools carries the weight of systemic inequities? A recent study highlights how racial disparities in… Read More
Making Nutritious Diets Affordable for All
For many people across the globe, eating a nutritious diet isn’t as simple as just making better food choices. The cost of these healthy diets and household income constraints create… Read More
Next Week in Public Health, November 15, 2024
Not gonna lie. It’s been a shitty, shitty week. And that’s before we get to the news of the day, which is that Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has been nominated… Read More