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Communication

Better Communication Training Can Revolutionize Epidemiology

A single statistic, taken out of context, can shift healthcare decisions for millions. In the early 2000s, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for postmenopausal women was thrust under a glaring spotlight. A major trial found small but significant health risks, yet those numbers were presented in ways that seemed alarming without clear explanations of absolute risk. […]

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Research

How Satellites Could Revolutionize the Fight Against Chronic Diseases

The global health landscape has been shaped by noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) like cardiovascular disease, cancer, chronic respiratory disease, and diabetes. These four conditions alone account for over 80% of all premature deaths globally, with the majority of fatalities occurring in low- and middle-income countries. Despite countless initiatives to reduce the burden of NCDs, progress has […]

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Mental health

How Surveillance Systems Can Save Lives

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 them effectively. That’s where surveillance systems come into play. They collect and analyze data to help public health officials understand trends, identify at-risk populations, and […]

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Health equity

New Research Sheds Light on Whooping Cough Treatments

Kentucky has recently reported an outbreak of whooping cough, also known as pertussis. This contagious respiratory disease can be particularly severe in young children and unvaccinated individuals. Amid this outbreak, understanding the effectiveness of various treatments is crucial. This blog aims to break down recent scientific findings on treatments for whooping cough (pulling from a […]

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Global

Oropouche Fever: An Emerging Threat in the Americas

In recent years, Oropouche fever has quietly become one of the most significant yet lesser-known health threats in South and Central America. Recently, news outlets are reporting an outbreak in several countries, including our very close neighbor to the south, Cuba.. Despite being the second most frequent arboviral disease in Brazil, trailing only dengue, many […]

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