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AI

How Tech Companies Can Boost Public Health and Profits

Technology touches every aspect of our lives—how we eat, sleep, move, and even think. From rideshare apps to streaming platforms, these tools have become integral to our daily routines. But what if the same technology that keeps us glued to our screens could also be designed to make us healthier? A recent study explored this […]

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PubTrawlr News

Introducing PubTrawlr’s Custom Chatbots: Deeper Insights

Making Your Organization’s Knowledge Instantly Accessible Knowledge is power in science-based organizations, whether academic, non-profit, or research-focused. However, one of the biggest challenges for teams is getting quick, reliable access to the specific data, documents, and insights they need. Information is often buried in layers of technical documents or databases or stored across different files, […]

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Society

Why Do We Love Horror? The Psychology Behind the Fear

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 genres in film. For over a century, horror has captivated audiences, with people lining up to be scared senseless by fictional monsters, supernatural forces, and […]

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Funding

Responsible Investment Policies in Addictive Industries

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 financial players such as banks and pension funds—are beginning to play a vital role in promoting public health by distancing themselves from addictive industries like […]

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Policy

How Addressing Food and Housing Insecurity Can Transform Public Health

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 do with medicine? Across the country, communities and health organizations are exploring a new frontier in public health, one that focuses on the social conditions […]

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Policy

How Evaluation Criteria Shape(s) Public Policy

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 a policy “successful”? That’s where evaluation criteria come in. Evaluation criteria are the standards used to judge the effectiveness, efficiency, and overall value of policies. […]

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Mental health

How Fantasy Worlds and Authenticity Shape Adolescent Media Preferences

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 the ever-expanding universe of digital media. From the rise of fantasy content to their desire for more authentic portrayals in media, this report sheds light […]

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Halloween Myths: Are Kids’ Treats Really That Dangerous?

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, drugs, or sharp objects—has loomed large in American culture for decades. But how real is this threat? A closer look at the evidence reveals that […]

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Global

Resilience in Health Systems: A Global Imperative

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 mean? In everyday terms, resilience is the ability to bend without breaking, to adapt, recover, and continue to serve even when hit by disaster. For […]

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Next Week in Public Health, October 25, 2024

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