How Accurate Are Your Doctor’s Details?
Imagine you’re trying to find a doctor. I mean, you probably don’t have to imagine. I’m sure you’ve done it multiple times. You look up your health insurer’s provider directory,… Read More
Author: Jon Scaccia
The School Uniform Paradox: Balancing Tradition and Health
Tick tock, tick tock! Summer’s almost gone! When you think of school uniforms, you might picture neatly dressed students, a sense of order, and perhaps memories of your school days…. Read More
A Unique Approach to Water Safety
While we were on vacation, a 13-year-old was swept out by a riptide and died. According to the CDC, young people aged 15 to 19 years have the second-highest fatal… Read More
Implications of Rising Healthcare Spending
The future of healthcare spending in the United States paints a striking picture: healthcare costs are rising rapidly, and this trend is projected to continue for the next decade. By… Read More
Tackling Alcohol Harms with a Community Approach
Alcohol-related harms pose a severe threat to global health, particularly among young people. The alcohol industry is increasingly targeting low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), exploiting vulnerabilities and contributing to a… Read More
Next Week in Public Health, August 2, 2024
Yes, it’s hot as hell out there, but that shouldn’t stop you from catching the Olympic spirit. I went for a properly hydrated run yesterday and got super beat up,… Read More
Will AI Revolutionize Healthcare?
Imagine a world where doctors can access the latest research instantly, avoid human errors, and offer more personalized care to each patient. Thanks to the revolutionary integration of artificial intelligence… Read More
Preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is a heart-wrenching tragedy for any family to endure. It’s defined as the sudden and unexplained death of an infant under one year of age,… Read More
Worldwide Lessons to Advance Health Equity
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted our interconnectedness and the urgent need for global learning. This concept, where high-income countries learn from the innovative health solutions of low- and middle-income countries,… Read More
Homelessness and Violence in LA
Living without a home is a harsh reality for thousands of people in Los Angeles County. A new study sheds light on just how brutal this existence can be, revealing… Read More
Mindfulness: A Double-Edged Sword for Public Health?
Mindfulness, a practice that has captured the interest of millions worldwide, promises calm, focus, and a better quality of life. But what if this ancient practice, stripped of its ethical… Read More
What’s the Buzz About Microdosing?
In recent years, there’s been a surge of interest in a peculiar trend: microdosing. The concept is simple: taking minuscule amounts of psychedelics like LSD or psilocybin mushrooms regularly to… Read More