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I am so freaking dissappointed. It’s not even with the candidates, it’s with this country. I mean really? Am I so out of touch that my values system is just so misaligned? What does that say about the work we try to do? What does that say about meaningful community engagement? I feel a type […]
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Well, here we are. In recent years, the intersection of policy and public health has been turbulent, to say the least. However, a seismic shift may be looming on the horizon that could reshape the very fabric of public health practice as we know it. A policy agenda outlined in the 2025 Mandate for Leadership […]
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When we think about gathering scientific knowledge, many of us picture researchers conducting experiments, analyzing their results, and drawing conclusions. But what if we want to go beyond individual studies to understand the bigger picture? This is where meta-analysis comes in. A meta-analysis is a method that allows researchers to combine the results of multiple […]
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Update: September 2, 2024. No interview this week. We want to make sure that the people that we work with have the limelight for a full cycle. Instead, you can read some of my reflections on my recent attempts to work in a policy/governmental setting. A Reflection on Local Government I recently applied for a […]
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Have you ever wondered who owns your local mental health clinic or rehab center? It turns out, many of these facilities are now owned by private equity firms and other for-profit companies. This trend has grown significantly over the last decade, raising important questions about the future of behavioral healthcare. Let’s dive into the findings […]
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Hi there! I’m here to share the story of why we started This Week in Public Health. For the past 15 or so years, I’ve been a community psychologist involved in various community health settings, where I’ve seen firsthand the importance of fostering health and wellness on a large scale. Let me explain how this […]
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Project 2025 outlines a conservative vision for the future of healthcare in the United States, with significant implications for reproductive rights. This plan seeks to limit abortion and reshape federal policies around a more traditional framework that emphasizes “protecting life from conception.” Let’s look at some of the specifics outlined. There’s a renewed urgency after […]
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Imagine a future where public health policies are radically reshaped, and inclusivity and equity are no longer priorities. This is the vision outlined in the “2025 Mandate for Leadership,” a policy blueprint sparking fierce debates nationwide. Authored by the Heritage Foundation, this document proposes sweeping changes across various sectors, including the Department of Health and […]
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I was screening for interesting articles from this journal and found this. Lead the Way in Public Health – Get Your Weekly Insight! Ready to lead the charge in health advocacy and research? ‘This Week in Public Health’ delivers essential weekly updates, keeping you informed and ahead in the dynamic field of public health. With […]
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This figure has been floating around for a long time, but I recently saw it with another panel added. Add a nice bit of context on the systemic issues we currently face in public health. Empower Your Public Health Journey – Subscribe and Transform! Unlock the transformative power of knowledge with ‘This Week in Public […]
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As people probably know, we’re big fans of implementation science, The field is currently experiencing a significant evolution. In the enlightening article Navigating the field of implementation science towards maturity: challenges and opportunities from Implementation Science, the authors delve into this transformative journey. The Growth and Evolution of Implementation Science Implementation science has grown tremendously, […]
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In the transformative article, Keeping It Political and Powerful: Defining the Structural Determinants of Health, the authors Jonathan C. Heller, Marjory L. Givens, Sheri P. Johnson, and David A. Kindig offer a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of the structural determinants of health. Their work delves deeply into the intricate web of societal norms, policies, and […]
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