Social Vulnerability, Race, and Fatal Police Shootings
When it comes to understanding fatal police shootings in the United States, a stark reality emerges: who you are and where you live significantly shape your risk. A recent study… Read More
When Fair Wages Meet Public Health: How Repealing an 85-Year-Old Law Changed Lives
Imagine working full-time but being paid far less than your coworkers simply because of a disability. For decades, this was the reality for many individuals in the United States under… Read More
President’s Executive Order Eliminates DEI Initiatives, Raising Concerns for Public Health Professionals
In a sweeping executive order, the President has directed the elimination of all federal programs, positions, and initiatives tied to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), as well as environmental justice…. Read More
U.S. Withdrawal from WHO: Implications for Public Health and Global Security
The recent announcement of the United States’ intent to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO) has sparked widespread concern among public health experts. This move, initiated by President Donald… Read More
Implications of Returning to the Office
President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order mandating federal workers in the executive branch to return to in-person work. The directive requires department and agency heads to “take all… Read More
How Corporate Actions Shape Public Health
Our health is not just shaped by genetics, personal choices, or access to care, but by corporate boardrooms and advertising agencies. The term for these forces is “Commercial Determinants of… Read More
You will live to be _____ years old.
It’s not really worth a blog, but this infographic is pretty big, and this is the best place to host it. Apologies for the pixel deterioration. Join the Leaders of… Read More
Next Week in Public Health, January 17, 2025
We’ve been a bit unplugged this week, spending some well-earned time off in San Diego. Before going to the airport, we stopped at the Sunset Cliffs and walked down to… Read More
The Growing Web of D&I Research Networks: Lessons from a Decade of Connection
What happens when a field expands faster than the networks it depends on? This question lies at the heart of recent research on advice networks within the growing field of… Read More
The Economic Ripple Effect of Rare Diseases: How Artificial Intelligence Can Change the Narrative
Imagine the frustration of living with a mystery illness for years. Your symptoms worsen, your work performance declines, and your income takes a nosedive. All the while, you shuttle between… Read More
When Zip Codes Predict Lives Lost: The Links Between Social Vulnerability, Race, and Police Violence
We’ve written before about police violence. What if where you lived determined your likelihood of a fatal encounter with the police? This startling reality is what a recent study reveals,… Read More
Turning the Tide on Firearm Suicide: A New Era of Collaboration
When faced with staggering statistics, such as 55% of the 49,000 suicide deaths in 2022 being firearm-related, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, a remarkable and unexpected alliance is emerging… Read More