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Cannabis Smoke’s Impact on Pregnancy: New Findings Unveiled

The morning sunlight filters through the windows of a community health center, casting a warm glow in the room where Dr. Emily, a health professional, meets with expectant mothers. Her goal is to discuss healthy practices during pregnancy, but today, there’s an additional topic of concern on the agenda: the prevalence of cannabis use among […]

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Global

Sudan’s Humanitarian Health Crisis

Sudan is currently facing one of the most severe humanitarian and health crises in the world. Ongoing conflict has plunged the nation into chaos, leaving millions of civilians in desperate need of aid. The World Health Organization has reported that over 20 million people in Sudan now require humanitarian assistance, with the healthcare system on […]

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Global

Rising Cannabis Psychosis in Young Canadians

The correlation between cannabis use and mental health issues among the youth has been the subject of growing concern, especially in regions where cannabis has been legalized. Recent reports highlight a troubling rise in psychosis among young Canadians, indirectly pointing fingers at cannabis consumption as a potential catalyst. Understanding the Canadian Context Canada, being one […]

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Research

Gaps in U.S. Wireless Health Protection?

What if the safety rules governing wireless technology had been written before smartphones, Wi-Fi everywhere, and kids carrying devices all day? A major 2025 review says that’s exactly the problem and it has real consequences for public health, equity, and prevention Takeaway 1: U.S. wireless safety rules are stuck in 1996 Today’s exposure limits were […]

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Society

Unseen Ripples: Police Violence’s Far-reaching Effects

Late one October evening in Baton Rouge, a high-speed crash rattled a sleeping neighborhood. An off-duty officer, speeding through the quiet streets, collided with a family car, sending it into a deadly spin. Inside the vehicle was Seyaira, a one-year-old who never regained consciousness. This tragic scene is a startling reminder of the unseen ripples […]

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Epi

Surprising Trends in Post-Flood Infectious Disease Risks

The sound of pouring rain patters against a small clinic in a flood-stricken Thai village. The health worker inside anxiously checks the clinic’s stock of antibiotics and rehydration solutions, knowing that after the waters recede, a wave of patients is likely to follow. Floods are a relentless global foe, affecting 1.36 billion people from 2004 […]

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Society

Navigating Vaccine Hesitancy and Misinformation

We are continuously challenged by vaccine hesitancy and misinformation. These issues have been central to discussions at several international forums and publications, including a special section on trust in public health by the American Journal of Public Health (AJPH). Building trust and trustworthiness in public health has emerged as a crucial theme for 2026, highlighting […]

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Commentary

“The Great Healthcare Plan” Sounds Simple. Healthcare Isn’t.

If you’ve ever tried to compare health insurance plans, argue with a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM), or figure out why your prescription costs more than your rent, you know the U.S. healthcare system has a special talent for making basic things feel impossible. That’s why a short, punchy policy document like The Great Healthcare Plan […]

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Policy

The Implications of RFK Jr.’s Changes to the Childhood Vaccine Schedule on Public Health

Recently, RFK Jr. announced sweeping changes to the childhood vaccine schedule, raising significant concerns among public health experts. As the new policy takes effect, various stakeholders, from medical professionals to parents, are grappling with understanding the potential implications of these modifications. Understanding the Changes The alterations involve recommendations from RFK Jr.’s newly appointed vaccine advisory […]

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News

HHS Grant Terminations: What Types of Programs Are Being Cut—and Why It Matters

Update: 9:47 pm It looks like the SAMHSA grants were restored. Such a terrible whiplash of a day. I said in another post that working with the feds on health is like dating a gross parody of a person with borderline personality disorder. https://democrats-appropriations.house.gov/news/press-releases/delauro-statement-hhs-reinstating-billions-addiction-and-mental-health-grants We obtained a copy of internal records detailing terminated U.S. Department […]

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Epi

Bird Flu Viruses Raise Mounting Concerns Among Scientists

The recent resurgence of bird flu viruses, particularly H5N1, has drawn significant attention from scientists worldwide, as it poses potential risks to public health on a global scale. This article synthesizes insights from recent research and expert opinions to explore the key concerns surrounding these viruses and the measures being taken to mitigate their impact. […]

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Commentary

When Surveillance Becomes a Social Determinant of Health

Juan Sebastián Pinto’s explosive essay is framed as a story about war, Silicon Valley, and authoritarianism—but for public health, it should read like an emergency briefing. What he describes is the rapid conversion of surveillance, data extraction, and narrative control into tools of population management. That has direct, measurable consequences for health, equity, and democracy. […]

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