Reality v. Equality v. Equity v. Justice
This figure has been floating around for a long time, but I recently saw it with another panel added. Add a nice bit of context on the systemic issues we… Read More
Circus Acts and Webinars in Healthcare Education
Let’s be upfront. This is a weird one. Healthcare research is pivotal for advancing medical practices and informing policy decisions. However, the journey from research to real-world application is fraught… Read More
Evidence-Informed Policy Making in Healthcare: A Path to Better Public Health Decisions
The influence of scientific research on policy making, particularly in healthcare, cannot be overstated. It is a cornerstone for formulating policies that are not only effective but also efficient, equitable,… Read More
Next Week in Public Health — April 26, 2024
As of today, the year is about 1/3 over. Really makes you think…. Empower Your Public Health Journey – Subscribe and Transform! Unlock the transformative power of knowledge with ‘This… Read More
Surgery Beats Medicine for Battling Obesity
Obesity, a condition that has been recognized for over two millennia, has become a global epidemic in recent decades, affecting millions worldwide. It’s not just a matter of excess weight;… Read More
Mass Incarceration: A Public Health Crisis Hidden Behind Bars
Welcome to a revealing exploration of a largely unseen public health crisis: mass incarceration. It’s a topic that doesn’t often make headlines, yet deeply affects millions of lives, especially within… Read More
Are we still dealing with Measles?
A Step Back in Time? Measles, a disease we once thought was on the brink of being left behind in the annals of history, surprisingly continues to surface even in… Read More
The Power and Challenges of America’s New Suicide Prevention Number: Georgia’s Experience
In recent years, suicide has emerged as a critical public health issue in the United States. The surge in suicide rates, compounded by the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic… Read More
Implementing the Future: Unpacking the Promise of Implementation Science
As people probably know, we’re big fans of implementation science, The field is currently experiencing a significant evolution. In the enlightening article Navigating the field of implementation science towards maturity:… Read More
Not There Yet: Understanding Racial and Ethnic Disparities in U.S. Health Care
For nearly two decades, the Commonwealth Fund has dedicated itself to assessing the health and health care of various states across the U.S. Their latest report offers a sobering view… Read More
Lessons from a Community Health Worker Program for Migrant Women Sex Workers in Marseille
Public health practitioners constantly face the challenge of reaching marginalized communities where conventional healthcare services often fall short. A recent study in Marseille, France, shines a spotlight on a pilot… Read More
Understanding the Impact of Solitary Confinement
In the realm of criminal justice and prison reform, solitary confinement stands out as a practice of significant concern. Through the lens of Craig Haney’s in-depth research (will download a… Read More