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A New Framework for Evidence-Informed Policies

Imagine a world where every public health decision is backed by clear evidence, free of undue influence, and responsive to the needs of diverse communities. Now imagine this transparency fostering trust, ensuring fairness, and leading to better health outcomes for all. A new integrated framework for evidence-informed policymaking promises to turn this vision into reality. […]

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Policy

Preserving the CDC’s Social Vulnerability Index (SVI)

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently removed access to its Social Vulnerability Index (SVI) data, raising concerns among public health experts, researchers, and policymakers. The SVI is a critical tool for understanding which communities are most at risk during public health emergencies, natural disasters, and economic downturns. Without it, addressing health inequities […]

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Policy

What if “free” preventive care wasn’t really free for everyone?

For many Americans, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) promised cost-free preventive services, from cancer screenings to routine check-ups. Yet, a groundbreaking study reveals that 40% of these encounters still result in out-of-pocket (OOP) costs for patients, often in unexpected and inequitable ways. This issue is more than an inconvenience—it has profound implications for public health […]

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Commentary

How Federal Employees Can Speak Out Against Misconduct

Recent reports of systemic misuse of power and unethical practices within agencies like the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) have sparked concern among public servants. If you’re a federal employee witnessing questionable actions, there are secure, anonymous ways to report these issues. Organizations like ProPublica, Reuters, and The Guardian provide platforms for whistleblowers to share […]

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Policy

Federal Funding Freeze Threatens Public Health Programs: What It Means for Public, Private, and Non-Profit Sectors

Update: 1/30/24. The White House rescinded its directive to freeze federal grants and loans after legal challenges and widespread confusion. Still, the underlying effort to eliminate funding for “woke” ideologies remains in place. States and nonprofits, many of which temporarily lost access to critical funds, warned of the potential for deeper, more lasting cuts. The […]

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Policy

Next Week in Public Health, January 24, 2025

We’ve been monitoring all of the federal policy orders that have been coming out since Trump’s inauguration. Next week, RFK, Jr. faces his first confirmation hearing to be secretary of HHS. To catch up, here’s an article from our colleague, Mandy Morgan, on what this potentially means for public health professionals. Here’s what we have […]

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Policy

President’s Executive Order Eliminates DEI Initiatives, Raising Concerns for Public Health Professionals

In a sweeping executive order, the President has directed the elimination of all federal programs, positions, and initiatives tied to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), as well as environmental justice. This order, framed as a return to “equal dignity and respect” in government operations, calls for the termination of DEI mandates across federal agencies, revising […]

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Collaboration

Turning the Tide on Firearm Suicide: A New Era of Collaboration

When faced with staggering statistics, such as 55% of the 49,000 suicide deaths in 2022 being firearm-related, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, a remarkable and unexpected alliance is emerging that could change this grim narrative. Pro-gun advocates, government officials, healthcare providers, suicide prevention organizations, and researchers are joining forces to address one of the […]

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Policy

RFK’s Nomination to HHS: What It Means for Public Health Professionals

President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has sent ripples across the public health community. Kennedy, a prominent anti-vaccine activist and vocal critic of federal health agencies, is poised to oversee a $2 trillion agency that includes the CDC, FDA, and NIH, among […]

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