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Growing Concerns Over Rising THC Levels in Cannabis

Cannabis legalization across the globe has sparked a new wave of debates and research around its health implications, especially concerning the rising levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary psychoactive component in cannabis. Recent reports suggest that higher THC levels are linked to increased risks of mental health disorders and addiction. Rising THC Concentrations THC levels […]

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Policy

Best Public Health Tools for Local Government:

A Non-Partisan Guide to Data, Action, and Impact In cities, towns, and counties across the U.S., public health decisions are made every day that shape the well-being of communities. Whether you’re trying to lower asthma rates in a city neighborhood or improve maternal health outcomes in a rural area, the challenge is the same: you […]

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Health equity

Trump’s New Executive Order on Federal Grants: What It Means for Public Health and Equity

On August 7, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled Improving Oversight of Federal Grantmaking. On its face, the order claims to increase accountability in how taxpayer dollars are spent. But for those in public health, especially those working in health equity, community-based research, and inclusive education, the implications are significant and troubling. […]

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Policy

RFK speaks on Vaccines :-(

As misinformation spreads rampant across the globe, issues surrounding public health and vaccines have come into the spotlight. One of the recent high-profile cases involves the decision by the US government to pull $500 million in funding from mRNA vaccine research. This decision, led by the US Health Secretary, claims that these vaccines offer ‘more […]

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Policy

Impact of Trump’s NIH and FDA Budget Cuts on Public Health in 2025

The budget’s been passed and awaits Trump’s signature, so let’s break it down again. Cuts the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), outlined in the administration’s fiscal policy for 2025, will reshape the landscape of public health in the United States. As we examine the implications of these budgetary […]

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Policy

The Impact of HIV Funding Cuts: A Ticking Time Bomb

The fight against HIV/AIDS has encountered a serious challenge due to significant cuts in funding from major international donors, including the United States. These reductions have raised concerns worldwide, especially in countries that rely heavily on international aid to maintain their healthcare systems and ensure ongoing access to life-saving HIV treatment and prevention services. The […]

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Policy

Public Health News Round Up, June 13, 2025

It’s not been a good week for news in general, but I want to keep the drum going for advocacy. Your voices matter. And the more voices together create momentum Here’s what we have coming up next week. Act Now—Transform Public Health with Your Support! Subscribe free to This Week in Public Health for weekly, […]

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Policy

What Happens When Fear Drives Firearm Storage?

“It’s for protection.” That’s the answer many Americans give when asked why they own a firearm. And yet, a major new study suggests that this very reason—fear of harm—may be working against basic safety practices, increasing the risk of tragedy instead of preventing it. A nationally representative survey of 10,000 U.S. adults, conducted in January […]

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News

Public Health News Round Up, May 14, 2025

Make a Difference Immediately—Subscribe and Amplify! Public health urgently needs informed advocates like you. Subscribe for free to our independently-funded weekly newsletter packed with expert insights and actionable opportunities. 🚀 Don’t hesitate! Share today and help us build a healthier, informed future! Children’s health services could see trims even under scaled-back Medicaid cuts Despite backing […]

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Policy

Immigration Policy a Public Health Threat?

What if the next major threat to public health wasn’t a virus—but a policy? Not something spread through the air, but through the pen of a president. Not a biological pathogen, but a political one—fueled by racism, cloaked in bureaucracy, and deadly in its consequences. That’s the argument emerging from a powerful new commentary that […]

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Policy

77% Drop in Cannabis Seizures After Legalization—But Bias Persists

Let’s say you’re driving home, windows cracked, and your car smells… herbal. In states where cannabis is still illegal, that scent alone might be enough for the police to search your vehicle. But what happens when cannabis becomes legal—and that excuse disappears? A new study used data from over 3.3 million drug seizure events across […]

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Policy

RFK: Autism Claims, “Deep State” Rhetoric, and Distrust in Science

Since taking the reins at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made headlines—though not necessarily the kind public health professionals hoped for. In a series of press events and internal addresses, Kennedy has expressed long-standing views that clash with mainstream science, raising new concerns about the future […]

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