Public Health News Round Up, Friday April 4, 2025
Just an interesting bit of reflection today, I quit smoking on this day back in 2008. 16 years ago! I also quit drinking in 2017. What I also think is… Read More
Corrected Link for Today’s Newsletter
We mistakenly sent out an incorrect link for the following article: Health Partnerships Don’t Help All Communities Hospital-community partnerships have been focused on improving population health, especially in preventive care. A study in Health… Read More
What Happens When We Misdefine Nature in Health Research?
You’ve heard it before: “Go outside, it’s good for your health.” But what if the science behind that advice is built on a vague, inconsistent idea of what “nature” actually… Read More
Public Health News Round Up, April 2, 2025
In case you missed the massacre yesterday, here’s the 411. Help us keep the lights on by subscribing to our weekly science newsletter. It’s free. But if you want to… Read More
The Lasting Shadow of Childhood Trauma: How ACEs Shape Young Adulthood
More than 60% of U.S. adults report experiencing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), a sobering statistic that underscores the profound impact of early trauma. ACEs—such as neglect, parental separation, or exposure… Read More
A Walk in the Woods: More Than Just Fresh Air
In an era where screens dominate our lives, deadlines pile up, and urbanization keeps us disconnected from nature, our mental health often takes a hit. Anxiety and depression rates have… Read More
Public Health News Round Up, March 31, 2025
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Public Health News Roundup, March 28, 2025
HHS set to see cuts, overhaul to its agencies Obviously, this is the big story. In a controversial reorganization plan led by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the U.S…. Read More
How Fear in the Media Shapes Public Health Behaviors: A Double-Edged Sword
During a crisis, information can be lifesaving. But what happens when the dominant emotion in the news is fear? A recent study spanning five countries—United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia,… Read More
Unpacking the Science of Electromagnetic Sensitivity
In the Breaking Bad prequel series Better Call Saul, Jimmy McGill’s (a.k.a. Saul Goodman) older brother has isolated himself due to a perceived electromagnetic sensitivity. In a world dominated by… Read More
Dilemma Actions for a Time of Federal Injustice
In 2025, working within the federal system—whether as a researcher, contractor, or civil servant—has never felt more fraught. Programs supporting veterans, mental health, and suicide prevention are being gutted. Equity-focused… Read More
Help Us Strengthen CHW Programs – Share What Matters Most
Community Health Workers (CHWs) are the heart of community-based care. They build trust, bridge health gaps, and deliver critical services—especially in communities that need it most. But to fully support… Read More