Why do people watch horror movies? What makes us willingly sit through scenes of terror, suspense, and bloodshed? Despite its often grisly content, horror remains one of the most popular… Read More
In case it’s not clear, we are in favor of public health here at This Week in Public Health. In a recent announcement, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shared that former… Read More
In the world of finance, investment decisions carry substantial weight, not only in terms of financial impact but also in public health outcomes. A recent study examines how institutional investors—large-scale… Read More
When we think about healthcare, most of us picture doctors, hospitals, and medications. But what if I told you that some of the most powerful health interventions have nothing to… Read More
When someone moves from being unhoused to housed, the journey is often filled with hurdles. While finding a place to live is a huge step, achieving a sense of belonging… Read More
When we talk about evaluating public policies, it’s easy to get caught up in the details—measuring success, gathering data, and checking boxes. But how do we actually decide what makes… Read More
In a world where screens dominate almost every facet of adolescent life, the 2024 Teens and Screens report offers an insightful look into how American teens and young adults navigate… Read More
As Halloween approaches, many parents find themselves anxiously inspecting their children’s candy for signs of tampering. The fear of “Halloween sadism”—the idea that dangerous individuals might lace treats with poison,… Read More
One thing has become clear in the face of crises like the Ebola outbreak and the COVID-19 pandemic: the world’s health systems need to be resilient. But what does that… Read More
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Prescription medications play a crucial role in managing health, especially for older adults, but they come with risks. With the rise in medication use comes the risk of medication misuse,… Read More
The public health workforce is at a critical juncture. After years of budget cuts, workforce attrition, and an unprecedented global pandemic, local health departments (LHDs) across the United States are… Read More