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Interview

Tripping Over the Truth: A Journey to Implementation Excellence

An interview with Jenice Pizzuto of Impact, Lead, Succeed. “Learning is my fuel! Helping people get better at getting better is my thing, and I do it using science and human and learning-centered design. Change is hard—asking people involved in the change to change behaviors is even harder.” Jenice Pizzuto is a systems, change, and […]

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Mental health

Guiding the Use of Opioid Litigation Funds

The opioid crisis has cast a long shadow over countless lives across America. However, a beacon of hope has emerged from the legal battles fought against opioid manufacturers, pharmaceutical distributors, and pharmacies. The settlements from these lawsuits present an unprecedented opportunity to fund lifesaving programs for people who use drugs. To ensure these funds are […]

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Health tips

Bursting Fireworks, Broken Lives

Fireworks light up the night sky with dazzling displays, filling the air with excitement and awe. And hey, it’s the 4th of July here! But behind the beauty lies a hidden danger, one that leaves a trail of injuries and heartache, especially during the New Year’s Eve celebrations. A recent study in the Netherlands sheds […]

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Commentary

Why We Started This Week in Public Health

Hi there! I’m here to share the story of why we started This Week in Public Health. For the past 15 or so years, I’ve been a community psychologist involved in various community health settings, where I’ve seen firsthand the importance of fostering health and wellness on a large scale. Let me explain how this […]

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Policy

Lifesaving Naloxone: Trends and Impact

In the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis, one tool has emerged as a critical lifesaver: naloxone. This medication can reverse opioid overdoses, making it a vital resource in a nation where opioid-related deaths have reached alarming levels. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) sheds light on the […]

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Society

Unseen Heroes: Caregivers of Rare Disease Patients

Imagine waking up every day, knowing that your loved one depends entirely on you for their daily needs. For many informal caregivers of people with rare diseases, this is their reality. These caregivers often face enormous physical, emotional, and financial burdens while trying to provide the best care possible. A recent study published in BMJ […]

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Health equity

Empowering Health Equity: Lessons from the CDC’s CORE Initiative

Health equity is more than just a buzzword—it’s a mission to ensure that everyone has the same opportunities for a healthy life, regardless of their background. In 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) launched the CORE initiative, embedding health equity as a foundational component of their work. This initiative has led to […]

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Policy

Biosecurity in Livestock

Biosecurity measures are essential to keep livestock healthy and prevent the spread of diseases. But what do the veterinarians who enforce these measures think about them? A recent study in Spain sheds light on the perceptions of government veterinarians regarding biosecurity practices on dairy cattle farms in Galicia and Catalonia. Their insights could be key […]

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Communication

Simple Headlines Capture Our Attention

In the bustling world of online news, where every headline competes for a reader’s precious attention, simplicity may be the key to success. Recent research, conducted through over 30,000 field experiments with The Washington Post and Upworthy, reveals that readers are more likely to click on and engage with simpler headlines than complex ones. This […]

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Health equity

How Health Departments Address Equity

In today’s world, where technology and science are rapidly advancing, it’s disheartening that racial and ethnic disparities in health and healthcare continue to persist in the United States. These disparities are not just numbers on a chart; they represent real people who face preventable differences in the burden of disease, access to care, and overall […]

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Mental health

Peer Support in Emergency Departments

Emergency departments (EDs) are often the first point of contact for individuals experiencing crises related to substance use disorders (SUDs). To address the growing opioid crisis, many EDs have started integrating Peer Support Specialists (PSSs) into their patient care teams. This approach has shown promise, but little is known about the specific roles and workflows […]

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Workforce

A Path to better Workplace Health

In today’s fast-paced world, many of us spend a significant portion of our lives at work. This makes the workplace an ideal setting for promoting health and preventing chronic diseases. Imagine if your job could help you stay healthier, live longer, and enjoy a better quality of life. That’s the vision behind workplace health promotion. […]

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