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Health equity

Empowering Health Equity: Lessons from the CDC’s CORE Initiative

Health equity is more than just a buzzword—it’s a mission to ensure that everyone has the same opportunities for a healthy life, regardless of their background. In 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) launched the CORE initiative, embedding health equity as a foundational component of their work. This initiative has led to […]

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Health equity

How Health Departments Address Equity

In today’s world, where technology and science are rapidly advancing, it’s disheartening that racial and ethnic disparities in health and healthcare continue to persist in the United States. These disparities are not just numbers on a chart; they represent real people who face preventable differences in the burden of disease, access to care, and overall […]

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Climate

Climate Change and Its Impact on Health in Humanitarian Settings

Climate change, a challenge of our times, is not just about rising temperatures and extreme weather; it’s increasingly becoming a humanitarian and health crisis. The article Impacts of climate change on human health in humanitarian settings: Evidence gaps and future research needs provides a critical exploration of this issue. Climate Change: A Burden on Human […]

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Health equity

A Road to Global Health Equity: Insights from Implementation Science

In a groundbreaking article from the Annual Review of Public Health Challenges and Opportunities for Paving the Road to Global Health Equity Through Implementation Science,” Prajakta Adsul and her colleagues bring to light critical insights into how implementation science can shape our journey towards global health equity. This piece not only dissects the core of […]

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Health equity

Substance Use Risk and Protective Factors Among American Indian and White American Youth: A Crucial Step Towards Equitable Health Interventions

In a recent study titled “A comparison of the substance use related risk and protective factor profiles for American Indian and White American youth: a mixed studies review,” researchers looked into the intricate landscape of substance use risks and protections among American Indian and White American youth. This comprehensive review sheds light on crucial differences […]

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Health equity

The Complexities of Gender and Health: Insights from the NIH

In the insightful article, Gender as a social and structural variable: research perspectives from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the National Institutes of Health (NIH) delves into the intricate relationship between gender and health. This piece serves as a crucial resource for public health practitioners, offering a comprehensive understanding of how gender, far beyond […]

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Society

The Dynamics of Post-Retirement Employment

Retirement is a phase of life that everyone looks forward to, but have you ever wondered why some choose to continue working even past the retirement age? The intriguing article titled “Who continues to work after retirement age?” delves into this phenomenon, offering valuable insights for public health practitioners and policymakers. Decoding the Patterns of […]

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Health equity

Substituting Animal-Based Foods with Plant-Based Alternatives

In “Substituting animal-based with plant-based foods—current evidence and challenges ahead,” researchers have delved into the health benefits of replacing animal-based foods with plant-based alternatives. The study is a systematic review and meta-analysis focusing on the impact of this dietary shift on cardiometabolic health and all-cause mortality. Unpacking the Research: Methodology and Findings The study analyzed […]

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Health equity

The Impact of Racism on Health: Insights and Directions

On this MLK Day in the US, this article from Annual Reviews is a tangible reminder that, hey, we have a LOT of work still to do. Racism and Health: Evidence and Needed Research is a comprehensive exploration of how racism influences health is presented. This eye-opening piece (to my naive eyes) delves into the […]

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Health equity

Structural Bias in SUID Investigations: A Deep Dive into Equity and Public Health

When the unimaginable tragedy of an infant’s sudden and unexpected death occurs, it prompts a myriad of questions, chief among them being “why?” For public health professionals, understanding the “why” through meticulous death investigations is pivotal in preventing future losses. However, a revealing study titled “Structural Bias in the Completeness of Death Investigations for Sudden […]

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Health equity

Health Equity in Data: One LHD’s Experience

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, Intersectional Approach to Data in a Local Health Department published in the Journal of Public Health Management and Practice, delves into this intersection, offering a […]

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Quality

Navigating the Complex World of Healthcare Quality and Prestige: A Guide for Health Managers

Today, let’s look at the article “Rethinking Healthcare Quality and Prestige: Is This a Manager’s Number One Problem?” (available here). This article explores the crucial role of healthcare managers in balancing the pursuit of prestige with the primary goal of improving patient care and workforce conditions. Accreditation and Standardization: The Golden Seal of Healthcare Excellence […]

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