Have you ever wondered how cities can tackle complex challenges like housing, transportation, and environmental justice all at once? The answer lies in something called “civic research,” a collaborative approach… Read More
Imagine if sharing critical health data was as straightforward and rewarding as trading soccer players. What if every time a country contributed valuable information about a disease outbreak, it was… Read More
The year 2023 marked a pivotal shift in the landscape of public health in the United States. For the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the age-adjusted… Read More
The opioid epidemic has taken a devastating toll on communities across the United States. To address this crisis, many states have implemented various drug policies aimed at reducing opioid misuse… Read More
Maybe this article is about one year too late, but this review just came out, and there was a lot of Web 3.0 that did (and maybe still) hold promise…. Read More
Suicide and self-harm are urgent public health issues that impact countless lives every year. These behaviors are complex and influenced by many factors, making it difficult to track and prevent… Read More
Public health practitioners, policymakers, and concerned citizens alike should take note of a groundbreaking study, “National Burden of Injury and Deaths From Shootings by Police in the United States, 2015‒2020,”… Read More
Introduction In the realm of healthcare and research, access to quality data is paramount. However, stringent regulations and privacy concerns often restrict data availability. This is where synthetic data comes… Read More
The realm of healthcare is undergoing a significant transformation, thanks to the advent of synthetic data. This game-changing development promises to revolutionize how we approach medical research, patient care, and… Read More
The article Structural Racism, Health Inequities, and the Two-Edged Sword of Data: Structural Problems Require Structural Solutions provides a critical examination of how structural racism ingrains health disparities and how… Read More
The United States Census is a monumental task that has evolved since its inception, reflecting changes in society, technology, and governance needs. The article Confidentiality Protection in the 2020 US… Read More
Understanding the intersection of public health and equity is crucial in an era where data informs (but should not drive) decisions. The recent article Data for Equity: Creating an Antiracist,… Read More