In recent years, the “Ban the Box” (BTB) movement has gained significant momentum as a policy designed to improve the job prospects of individuals with criminal records. However, the article… Read More
In response to the escalating public health crisis of youth suicide in the United States, the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act (GLSMA) was introduced as a groundbreaking initiative. This act,… Read More
Healthcare is a dynamic and complex field, constantly evolving in response to societal needs and policy changes. A study titled An action research partnership in an urban Texas county to… Read More
In a world grappling with health inequities and inefficiencies, the role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) has become increasingly crucial. A recent article in the Annual Review of Public Health,… Read More
Marijuana, a widely used substance in the U.S., is becoming increasingly accepted both medically and recreationally. With this growing acceptance, it’s crucial to understand its impact on our bodies, especially… Read More
The cannabis industry, often heralded for its booming market and medicinal benefits, has a lesser-known dark side: occupational health hazards. The recent Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, titled “Fatal Occupational… Read More
For another project, I was doing research on community health workers. I pulled this data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. What I find super notable about this is that… Read More
In the ever-evolving landscape of public health research, there’s a pressing need to embrace innovative methodologies that can capture the complexities of real-world scenarios. Enter systems science, a multidisciplinary field… Read More
In 1998, a study published in The Lancet by Andrew Wakefield and colleagues sent shockwaves through the medical community and the public at large. It suggested a link between the… Read More
The title is self-explanatory. But, we have a lot to be thankful for. Family. Friends. Coworkers. And the oppotunity to help improve scientific dissemination in the field. There is so… Read More
Health Outreach Partners (HOP) is excited to announce an opening for a full-time Program Manager Training and Technical Assistance. This dynamic role is ideal for a professional passionate about promoting… Read More
In the contemporary realm of public health, it is paramount for local governments to integrate evidence-based research into their decision-making processes. But despite the surge in research output, translating these… Read More
