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Building Implementation Science Capacity for a Public Health 3.0

Public health is an ever-evolving field, responding to the changing needs of societies worldwide. The article, Building capacity for Public Health 3.0: introducing implementation science into an MPH curriculum highlights a significant shift in public health training. This blog will delve into the implications of this shift for public health practice, focusing on integrating implementation […]

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Health equity

Breath of Change: Empowering Curtis Bay with Hyperlocal Air Monitoring and Community-Driven Solutions

In the heart of South Baltimore, Curtis Bay stands as a poignant example of a community rallying for environmental justice. The recent article, “Community-driven research and capacity building to address environmental justice concerns with industrial air pollution in Curtis Bay, South Baltimore,” provides a deep dive into the empowering journey of local organizations and residents […]

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The Impact of Minimum Wage Increases on Suicide Rates

In Effects of increased minimum wages by unemployment rate on suicide in the USA researchers have shed light on a vital public health issue: the link between minimum wage policies and suicide rates. This topic is especially crucial considering the alarming rise in suicide rates in the United States over the past few decades. The […]

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The Synergy between Implementation Science and Improvement Science

Implementation Science and Improvement Science are pivotal in enhancing health care services for better patient and population outcomes. The former focuses on systematically disseminating and applying research findings to improve health and welfare, while the latter grows from the quality improvement movement, aiming at producing generalizable scientific knowledge. Despite their common goal of enhancing healthcare […]

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The Role and Impact of Preprints in Health and Social Care

In the modern world of rapid scientific advancement, the traditional academic publishing process often struggles to keep pace. This is where preprints come into play. A preprint is a version of a scientific paper that precedes formal peer review and publication in a scientific journal. It is typically uploaded to a public server where anyone […]

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The Impact of Firearms in Violent Situations: A Closer Look at “Firearm Instrumentality: Do Guns Make Violent Situations More Lethal?”

Introduction The debate surrounding gun control and public safety is a contentious and ongoing issue in public health policy. Central to this discourse is a key question: Does the presence of firearms increase the lethality of violent situations? The article Firearm Instrumentality: Do Guns Make Violent Situations More Lethal? published in the Annual Review of […]

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Health equity

Understanding the Role of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures in Value-Based Healthcare: A Scoping Review

In healthcare, the shift towards patient-centered care has gained significant momentum. A pivotal aspect of this transformation is the incorporation of Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) in Value-Based Healthcare (VBHC) programs. The article, “The implementation, use and impact of patient reported outcome measures in value-based healthcare programmes: A scoping review” by Silveira Bianchim et al., […]

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Adolescent Recovery: Insights from “Coming of Age in Recovery”

The recent study, Coming of Age in Recovery: The Prevalence and Correlates of Substance Use Recovery Status Among Adolescents and Emerging Adults, offers vital insights into the substance use recovery landscape among adolescents. This pivotal research, conducted in Illinois high schools, illuminates the prevalence of recovery and sheds light on this demographic’s behavioral health needs. […]

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Health equity

Structural Bias in SUID Investigations: A Deep Dive into Equity and Public Health

When the unimaginable tragedy of an infant’s sudden and unexpected death occurs, it prompts a myriad of questions, chief among them being “why?” For public health professionals, understanding the “why” through meticulous death investigations is pivotal in preventing future losses. However, a revealing study titled “Structural Bias in the Completeness of Death Investigations for Sudden […]

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Quality

The Balance of Data Privacy and Utility in the 2020 US Census: A Closer Look at Disclosure Avoidance Techniques

The United States Census is a monumental task that has evolved since its inception, reflecting changes in society, technology, and governance needs. The article Confidentiality Protection in the 2020 US Census of Population and Housing delves into the complexities of protecting individual privacy while providing useful data from the 2020 US Census. The Evolution of […]

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