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Plenty of science still coming up next week. They can stop the funding, but it’s going to be hard to stop a bunch of angry scientists from putting their research out there. Let us not forget, public health is GLOBAL. Here’s some of the research coming up next week. Also scroll down for some of […]
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Public health crises are unpredictable. And right now, public health governance is unpredictable. A flu outbreak can suddenly overwhelm a community, opioid overdoses can spike in unexpected places, and emerging health threats—like Avian flu—can demand an immediate response. Yet, despite the dynamic nature of public health, funding models remain rigid. Traditional government grants often come […]
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Update: 1/30/24. The White House rescinded its directive to freeze federal grants and loans after legal challenges and widespread confusion. Still, the underlying effort to eliminate funding for “woke” ideologies remains in place. States and nonprofits, many of which temporarily lost access to critical funds, warned of the potential for deeper, more lasting cuts. The […]
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare, but what happens when the data feeding these powerful tools carries the weight of systemic inequities? A recent study highlights how racial disparities in emergency department (ED) laboratory testing could reinforce biases in AI models, potentially widening the health equity gap. If you’re working to make healthcare more just, […]
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One principle in grantmaking is gaining unprecedented attention: equity. As the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and other funders shift their focus toward ensuring that grants reach the most underserved communities, equity in grantmaking is not just a buzzword but a necessary evolution in how resources are distributed. The research and strategies discussed in a […]
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Imagine a community hospital that provides vital care to those in need, regardless of their ability to pay. Now, imagine this hospital considering a merger to expand its services. Should the rules that govern business mergers apply equally to this hospital, given its nonprofit status and commitment to public welfare? This is the central question […]
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Let’s talk money because that is an crucial part of the work we all do. Public health expenditure (PHE) plays a pivotal role in the European Union’s (EU) health systems. A recent study Determinants of public health expenditure in the EU explores the key factors influencing PHE in EU member states. This analysis is essential […]
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Let’s talk CA$H. In the world of academic research, securing funding is as crucial as the research itself. The article “To Apply or Not to Apply: A Survey Analysis of Grant Writing Costs and Benefits” by von Hippel T and von Hippel C provides an insightful analysis of the grant application process, the time investment […]
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