Imagine this: you’re a public health professional working tirelessly to ensure that patients get access to the best treatments available. You rely on cost-effectiveness analyses (CEAs) to guide your decisions,… Read More
Suicide is a significant public health crisis, claiming the lives of nearly 800,000 people worldwide every year. In many cases, the availability of means or methods plays a pivotal role… Read More
In 2020, as the world grappled with the sudden onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, a quiet yet impactful change occurred in the United States: the federal government temporarily increased the… Read More
Unlocking the Health Puzzle: A Look Inside Prisons Imagine a world within a world where over 11 million people live isolated from society, often in conditions that starkly contrast with… Read More
When you think about healthcare in rural America, what comes to mind? For many, the first thoughts might be about challenges: long distances to hospitals, fewer healthcare facilities, and a… Read More
Evaluating programs and policies is like trying to catch a greased pig. It’s messy, unpredictable, and downright challenging. But, as it turns out, embracing this messiness can lead to some… Read More
When we think about crime, we often consider the immediate impact—hospital bills, police reports, and court proceedings. However, a groundbreaking study from NORC at the University of Chicago has revealed… Read More
When you think of police shootings, your mind probably jumps to urban streets and big cities. But did you know that the risk of police shootings is just as high,… Read More
Although sometimes it doesn’t feel like it, policymakers can face immense pressure to make decisions quickly. But how can they ensure the best available evidence informs these decisions? A recent… Read More
When we think of soldiers serving in conflict zones, the immediate dangers that come to mind are often bullets and bombs. However, a less visible but equally insidious threat lurks… Read More
Sexual violence is a pervasive issue, impacting millions of Americans each year. Shockingly, about one in three women and one in four men will experience sexual violence at some point… Read More
When policies and plans are made outside the healthcare sector, they often have unanticipated effects on public health. Enter Health Impact Assessment (HIA), a vital tool for predicting these impacts… Read More