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Mental health

The Lifesaving Treatments for Opioid Use Disorder Revealed

Opioid use disorder (OUD) continues to plague our society, with overdose deaths reaching staggering numbers. In 2023 alone, over 74,000 people died from opioid overdoses in the United States. Despite this, many who struggle with OUD do not receive the most effective treatments available. A recent study sheds light on which treatment pathways truly make […]

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Policy

Veterans’ Lifeline: How Rideshare Transforms Access to Care

Imagine trying to navigate the complexities of life without reliable transportation. For many of us, it’s hard to picture, but for thousands of veterans experiencing homelessness, it’s a harsh reality. The inability to get from point A to point B isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a barrier that can mean the difference between life and death. […]

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News

Next Week in Public Health, August 9, 2024

Have you been catching our interview series? We talked with Per Nilsen earlier this week about AI and implementation. Check it out here! More interviews are in the pipeline. If you have something you thing we should share about, feel free to reach out to us at jon [at] pubtrawlr.com! Join the Community – Get […]

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Policy

Opioid Policies to Combat Addiction

The opioid epidemic has taken a devastating toll on communities across the United States. To address this crisis, many states have implemented various drug policies aimed at reducing opioid misuse and overdose deaths. But have these policies truly been effective, or have they had unintended consequences? Let’s dive into the findings of a comprehensive study […]

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Funding

A Blueprint for DEIJ Funding in Health Research

In the vast landscape of health research, funding is the grease that keeps the wheels turning. But what if the process that drives innovation and discovery also perpetuates inequity? Recent research unveils how funders can leverage their influence to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) in grantmaking, fostering a fairer and more inclusive research […]

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Health tips

Can Sleep Be a Game?

Ever felt like you just can’t get enough sleep, no matter how hard you try? You’re not alone. With the hustle and bustle of modern life, sleep problems are all too common. But what if the solution was as simple as playing a game? Recent research suggests that game-based learning might be the key to […]

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Mental health

Silent Struggles: Anxiety in Infertile Men

Infertility is a topic often wrapped in silence, yet it profoundly impacts millions worldwide. While much attention has been focused on women, the struggles men face are equally significant but frequently overlooked. A recent study sheds light on a critical issue: the prevalence of anxiety among infertile men. The findings are not just numbers; they […]

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Mental health

Transforming Bereavement Care

Grief is a universal experience, touching every one of us at some point in our lives. Yet, despite its inevitability, our systems of care often fall short when it comes to supporting those who are grieving. A recent study sheds light on this critical gap and proposes a new model for bereavement care that could […]

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Global

Safe Births: Ending Violence During Childbirth

Childbirth is a time of excitement and anticipation, but for many women around the world, it also comes with fear and mistreatment. This troubling issue, known as obstetric violence, has caught the attention of health professionals and researchers alike. A recent scoping review has shed light on various interventions designed to combat this problem and […]

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Policy

What the Global Gambling Boom Means for Public Health

The world of gambling has seen explosive growth in recent years, with projections suggesting that the global gambling yield will soar to $531 billion by 2025. This meteoric rise is not just a financial phenomenon but a burgeoning public health issue. As gambling becomes more pervasive, the need to understand its impacts on society has […]

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Technology

NFTs are BACK! (for healthcare)

Maybe this article is about one year too late, but this review just came out, and there was a lot of Web 3.0 that did (and maybe still) hold promise. Let’s set the stage. Imagine owning your medical records just like you own your favorite songs or photos. That’s the promise of NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) […]

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Society

Shifting Reasons for Gun Ownership

Note: This article was officially published over the last few days, so it’s work resharing here. Over the past few years, the reasons why Americans own guns have been changing. Once primarily associated with hunting and recreation, gun ownership is increasingly driven by the desire for protection. This shift has significant implications for public health […]

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