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The Impact of Social Factors on Aging and Health in Companion Dogs

The recent study titled “Social determinants of health and disease in companion dogs: a cohort study from the Dog Aging Project” offers groundbreaking insights into how social factors impact the health and aging of companion dogs. This research is not just pivotal for pet owners and veterinarians but also provides valuable analogies for human health […]

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Health equity

Unraveling the Evolutionary Mismatch of Racism in Health

In an era where the intersection of science and society is more crucial than ever, the recent article “Embedded Racism: Inequitable Niche Construction as a Neglected Evolutionary Process Affecting Health” published in offers groundbreaking insights. This blog aims to unpack the complex evolutionary underpinnings of racial health disparities and their implications for public health practitioners. […]

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The Ties Between Law and Health: A Deep Dive into Structural Racism and Premature Mortality

Public health is a complex field, intricately tied to various societal elements, including laws and regulations. A recent study, “Legislating Inequity: Structural Racism In Groups Of State Laws And Associations With Premature Mortality Rates” sheds light on this interconnection, revealing how clusters of state laws rooted in structural racism correlate with premature mortality rates. Understanding […]

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Distributive Justice in Collaborative Governance

In today’s collaborative governance, the balancing act of ensuring justice and fairness, especially for minority viewpoints, remains a critical challenge. For work over at Dawn Chorus, we’ve often had to sacrifice efficiency for the sake of inclusion. This sounds great on the surface! In practice, it can be a long but fulfilling slog. Distributive Justice […]

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Health equity

Exploring Structural Racism and Its Public Health Implications

In the seminal article “Structural Racism and Health Inequities in the USA” published in Lancet in 2017, the authors delve into the profound implications of structural racism on public health. This blog seeks to demystify the intricate academic discourse, translating it into a compelling narrative accessible to all. We aim to illuminate the stark public […]

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Understanding QALYs in Public Health Economics

The world of public health and its resource allocation is a complex maze, often leaving practitioners and policymakers at a crossroads. How do we measure the impact of healthcare interventions not just on life expectancy but on the quality of life as well? This is where the concept of Quality-Adjusted Life Years (QALYs) comes into […]

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Commentary

Understanding the Current State of Kindergarten Vaccination Coverage in the U.S.

In recent years, public health professionals have closely monitored vaccination trends among school-aged children, especially kindergartners. The latest report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) sheds light on the vaccination coverage and exemption rates for the 2022–23 school year in the United States. This data is crucial as it highlights the impact […]

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Commentary

A recap of Health Equity Research at your fingertips!

Worried about the state of health equity in our society? So are we. That’s why we created 101 Days of Health Equity, a publication that shows up in your inbox every, well, 101 days. We bring together research from dozens of journals on one of the dominant challenges in our society today; achieving equitable health […]

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Another 31 Days of Health Equity!

It’s been a while since I wrote one of these summaries. Chalk it up to new projects, new opportunities, and a lack of time to simply sit down and do the analyses. If you’ve enjoyed these and found them helpful, please let us know in the comment below or reach out to us at jon@pubtrawlr.com […]

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