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AI

A Conversation with Andrea King

At a time when public health agencies are being asked to do more with less, Andrea King is helping them harness the power of artificial intelligence and modern data tools without losing sight of ethics, equity, or real-world impact. Trained as an epidemiologist and data scientist, Andrea leads the PubHealthAI Collaborative Network, a national community […]

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AI

Generative AI in Healthcare: A Double-Edged Sword

In recent years, generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has taken the world by storm, and its applications in healthcare have both fascinated and alarmed researchers, practitioners, and ethicists alike. From tools like ChatGPT generating human-like text to AI synthesizing medical images, the potential benefits seem endless. But as with any powerful tool, the rapid rise of […]

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Mental health

Mindfulness: A Double-Edged Sword for Public Health?

Mindfulness, a practice that has captured the interest of millions worldwide, promises calm, focus, and a better quality of life. But what if this ancient practice, stripped of its ethical roots, holds hidden risks when integrated into public health initiatives? This article delves into the moral and ethical implications of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) in public […]

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Health equity

Ethical Dilemmas in Public Health and the Quest for Health Equity

Public health (PH) practitioners are driven by a deep commitment to promote health equity and social justice. Yet, they often find themselves at the crossroads of profound ethical dilemmas due to systemic issues within health care systems that don’t always prioritize these values. A recent study delves into these ethical tensions, particularly in the areas […]

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Quality

The Grey Area of Public Health Communication: Honesty or Strategy?

This post has a low-tech soundtrack feature. Just hit play on the video below while reading! Understanding the Ethics of Public Health Messages In the thought-provoking article A Taxonomy of Non-honesty in Public Health Communication the authors delve into a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of public health communication. Honesty. This analysis is more relevant […]

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