Next Week in Public Health, January 3, 2025
Countdown to inauguration day, I guess. While I’m a big fan of the local determination of health policies, this needs to be balanced against the rights of people. It’s definitely… Read More
The Resurgence of Measles
Measles, a highly contagious respiratory illness, has made a concerning resurgence globally and in the United States, highlighting vulnerabilities in vaccination coverage and the challenges of maintaining disease elimination. Once… Read More
Drink More, Think Clearer: What Science Says About Water Intake and Your Health
You’ve probably heard it a thousand times: drink more water. But is it really the miracle health hack it’s often made out to be? A bunch of people on Reddit… Read More
January 2025 Marks SAMHSA’s First Annual SUD Treatment Month
The start of a new year often inspires change, and this January, SAMHSA launches its first annual Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Month to emphasize hope, recovery, and action. Each… Read More
The Global Toll of Alcohol: New Insights into a Persistent Public Health Crisis
To kick off Dry January, let’s look at the impact of alcohol. Three million deaths and 131 million years of lost healthy life every year. This is the staggering global… Read More
How Governance Shapes Healthcare: The Impact of Democracy and Corruption on the Global Physician Workforce
Imagine two countries. One boasts a robust democracy, characterized by transparency, public participation, and trust in government institutions. The other struggles with rampant corruption, where public funds meant for healthcare… Read More
Bridging Public Health and Critical Race Theory:
We’ve all seen research and analyses fail to consider the systemic racism and inequities that make health unobtainable in many communities. This is the gap Critical Race Theory (CRT) seeks… Read More
Bridge the Gap Between Academia and the Public with Clear Science Communication
Scientific research is more accessible than ever, but accessibility doesn’t always translate to comprehension. For academics and the general public alike, navigating jargon-laden papers, endless acronyms, and dense language can… Read More
Next Year in Public Health, December 27, 2024
I’ve got to honest, no one is quite sure. I’ve been digging more into RFK, and there’s a real duality there. There are some great ideas about food quality, and… Read More
Why Collecting Health Data Hinges on Trust, Strategy, and Inclusion
If asked to share a drop of your blood or a snippet of your health records for research, would you? Now, imagine being reassured that your data will improve healthcare… Read More
Sugary Drinks, Youth, and Marketing
Imagine you’re scrolling through social media, and an ad for a fizzy, brightly colored soda pops up. It’s engaging, maybe featuring a celebrity or a catchy jingle, and before you… Read More
What If We Could Predict the Perfect Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder?
Imagine a future where every person struggling with opioid use disorder (OUD) could be matched with the treatment most likely to work for them—saving lives, reducing relapses, and offering hope… Read More