The Power Behind Public Health Initiatives
When you think of public health, what comes to mind? Vaccinations? Clean water? Smoking cessation programs? While these are all vital, there’s a hidden hero behind these successes: the training… Read More
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To Build a Mentally Healthy Workplace
In recent years, mental health in the workplace has become a critical public health issue. From high-pressure jobs to the increasing demands of modern work life, employees face a range… Read More
Do Health Impact Assessment Frameworks Work?
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
A Blueprint for DEIJ Funding in Health Research
In the vast landscape of health research, funding is the grease that keeps the wheels turning. But what if the process that drives innovation and discovery also perpetuates inequity? Recent… Read More
NFTs are BACK! (for healthcare)
Maybe this article is about one year too late, but this review just came out, and there was a lot of Web 3.0 that did (and maybe still) hold promise…. Read More
Will AI Revolutionize Healthcare?
Imagine a world where doctors can access the latest research instantly, avoid human errors, and offer more personalized care to each patient. Thanks to the revolutionary integration of artificial intelligence… Read More
Worldwide Lessons to Advance Health Equity
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted our interconnectedness and the urgent need for global learning. This concept, where high-income countries learn from the innovative health solutions of low- and middle-income countries,… Read More
Mindfulness: A Double-Edged Sword for Public Health?
Mindfulness, a practice that has captured the interest of millions worldwide, promises calm, focus, and a better quality of life. But what if this ancient practice, stripped of its ethical… Read More
Trust in Health: Why It Matters More Than Ever
Trust is a big deal. Whether it’s trusting your doctor, the government, or even the information you read online, trust shapes our health decisions and, ultimately, our health outcomes. The… Read More
The Supreme Court Shakes Up Health Policy
During its 2024 term, the Supreme Court made decisions that changed how the branches of the federal government interact. The decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo and Relentless v…. Read More
Next Week in Public Health: July 19, 2024
As we get into the dog days of summer, with Sirius high in the sky, it’s a good time to note that publishers also seem to have slowed down. Although… Read More
Bridging the Gap: Transforming Research into Policy
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the journey from groundbreaking research to impactful health policy is fraught with obstacles. Despite the wealth of scientific evidence available, translating these findings into… Read More