As public health organizations and governmental agencies allocate billions of dollars in grants each year, ensuring that these financial resources reach underserved communities is essential to closing health disparities. In… Read More
Governments worldwide have been using taxes and subsidies as tools to change what we eat. By imposing taxes on sugary drinks and unhealthy foods while offering subsidies for healthier options,… Read More
Political decisions shape the health of our communities. It’s not just the policies we vote for that influence public health, but also the elected officials and their broader political ideologies…. Read More
In the fight against the opioid epidemic, medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) have emerged as powerful tools to save lives. Yet, for individuals entangled in the criminal justice system,… Read More
Did you check out our interview with Dr. Taylor Scott? You should! It’s really interesting to see how research generators can more effectively interface with policymakers. Here’s what’s coming up… Read More
In today’s world, universities are much more than places of learning. They are integral to society, often reflecting broader social issues. However, when emergencies occur on campus, such as mental… Read More
When disasters strike, the stories that often flood our newsfeeds are those filled with chaos and crime—looting, panic, and antisocial behavior. It paints a picture of humans at their worst,… Read More
Imagine this: You or a loved one is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Fortunately, a miracle drug exists—one that could save or dramatically improve life. But then comes the price… Read More
When we think about gathering scientific knowledge, many of us picture researchers conducting experiments, analyzing their results, and drawing conclusions. But what if we want to go beyond individual studies… Read More
In a world where the zip code you are born in can predict your life expectancy, it’s clear that health inequities are not just about biology; they’re about the social… Read More
In this interview, we sit down with Dr. Taylor Scott, Director of the Research Translation Platform at Penn State’s Evidence-to-Impact Collaborative and President of TrestleLink, to explore the critical intersections… Read More
As Zeptember turns to Rocktober, we reflect on all the great work being done out there. If you didn’t check out our interview with Victoria Sale, please do! If you… Read More
