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Public Health News Roundup, March 17, 2025

Top o’the morning to you. What fresh hells await us this week? But first, Make a Difference Immediately—Subscribe and Amplify! Public health urgently needs informed advocates like you. Subscribe for free to our independently-funded weekly newsletter packed with expert insights and actionable opportunities. 🚀 Don’t hesitate! Share today and help us build a healthier, informed […]

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The Sound of Danger

Picture the powerful crescendo of a symphony, the electrifying guitar solo at a rock concert, or the driving beat of a jazz performance. For musicians, sound is their medium, their passion, and their livelihood. But what if the very thing that defines their art is also putting their hearing at risk? A new scoping review […]

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Society

How Social Capital Shapes Our Physical Activity

In a world where fitness apps and gym memberships promise to keep us active, there’s one crucial factor that often goes unnoticed: our social connections. What if the secret to staying physically active wasn’t just about motivation or personal discipline but rather about who we know, where we live, and how much we trust our […]

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Next Week in Public Health, March 14, 2025

Another firehouse, but here’s what we have next week. Act Now – Public Health Can’t Wait! The future of public health is being shaped right now. Stay informed with weekly expert insights and take action where it matters most. Subscribe for free today! 📢 Time is critical! Share this blog now and rally others to […]

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Public Health News Roundup, March 13, 2025

Make a Difference Immediately—Subscribe and Amplify! Public health urgently needs informed advocates like you. Subscribe for free to our independently-funded weekly newsletter packed with expert insights and actionable opportunities. 🚀 Don’t hesitate! Share today and help us build a healthier, informed future! Shutdown Looms as Democrats Say They Won’t Back Spending Bill Senate Democrats have […]

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Mental health

The Two Faces of Opioids: A Global Crisis of Access and Excess

In one part of the world, a mother watches her child suffer in agony from advanced cancer, unable to get the pain relief he desperately needs. In another, a man battles opioid addiction, his life unraveling due to a prescription he was given years ago. These are the two faces of the global opioid crisis—one […]

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Public Health News Roundup, March 12, 2025

Be a Changemaker—Support Independent Public Health! Stay informed with the latest developments and actionable strategies. Your free subscription directly supports our self-funded mission to deliver crucial updates weekly. 💡 Every moment counts! Share now and invite others to amplify this important message! A small study of COVID vaccine aftereffects triggers a political and scientific storm […]

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The Surprising? Link Between Overeating and Childhood Weight

When you think of childhood obesity, fast food and sugary treats might be the first culprits that come to mind. But what if the real issue lies deeper—in how children regulate their appetite? A recent study from the Finnish Health in Teens (Fin-HIT) cohort sheds light on how a tendency toward overeating can influence weight […]

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A conversation with June Han

After a break following the US election while our heads kept spinning, we’re happy to bring back our conversation with researchers and practitioners working to further health and wellness. June Han is a Senior Research Consultant at ORS Impact. With more than 20 years of experience doing applied research, she is a sociologist who specializes […]

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Apply Now: TEI Social Betterment Award – $10,000 Grant for Evaluators Driving Social Change

The Evaluators’ Institute (TEI) is excited to announce the TEI Social Betterment Award, a $10,000 grant designed to recognize evaluators who are making a real difference in society. This award honors professionals whose work advances equity, inclusion, collaboration, and innovation—core values that drive meaningful change in communities worldwide. Why This Matters Evaluation plays a crucial […]

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Competency-Based Training Empowers Community Health Workers

What if the key to solving some of the world’s most persistent healthcare challenges lies with community members themselves? Community Health Workers (CHWs) have long been the unsung heroes of global health, bridging the gap between formal healthcare systems and the communities they serve. A recent scoping review sheds light on how competency-based education (CBE) […]

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