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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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Exploring the Evolution of Hybrid Studies in Health Research: A Decade in Review

Welcome to an exploration of a transformative approach in health research that is reshaping how we study, implement, and maximize the effectiveness of interventions. This blog delves into “Reflections on 10 years of effectiveness-implementation hybrid studies,” an article that takes us through a decade-long journey of hybrid studies in health research, emphasizing their implications for […]

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The Connection Between Diet and Anxiety: Insights from a Systematic Literature Review

Anxiety impacts a significant portion of the global population. A recent systematic literature review titled “Dietary eating patterns, dairy consumption, and anxiety: A systematic literature review” published in PLoS ONE journal sheds light on the intriguing connection between our dietary habits, specifically dairy consumption, and anxiety. The Intricate Web of Diet and Anxiety Understanding the […]

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Metaphors as a Tool for Vaccine Conversations

In a world where health misinformation can spread as virulently as a pandemic, understanding how to effectively communicate complex medical information is more crucial than ever. A recent study titled “Seatbelts and raincoats, or banks and castles: Investigating the impact of vaccine metaphors” provides significant insights into how metaphors can shape our understanding and attitudes […]

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Research

Next Week in Public Health

We’re jumping right into a new year of prevention, promotion, policy, and programs! Here’s what’s coming up next week in public health! Join the Vanguard of Public Health Today! Are you ready to be at the forefront of health advocacy and research? ‘This Week in Public Health’ brings you weekly insights and updates that matter […]

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The Untold Burden: Social Isolation and Loneliness in Caregivers of Individuals with Severe Mental Illness

Families of individuals with severe mental illness (SMI) carry a hidden burden, often facing social isolation and loneliness. The article Social isolation and loneliness in family caregivers of people with severe mental illness: A scoping review published in the American Journal of Community Psychology delves into this topic, aiming to shed light on the consequences […]

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