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Implementation

Unlocking the Science of Effective Health Strategies

When it comes to improving health care, implementing new practices and strategies can be a game-changer. But how do we know which methods actually work? A recent study sought to answer this by examining various strategies used across different health settings. This blog will break down this complex research into simple terms, highlight its importance, […]

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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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Commentary

Implementing the Future: Unpacking the Promise of Implementation Science

As people probably know, we’re big fans of implementation science, The field is currently experiencing a significant evolution. In the enlightening article Navigating the field of implementation science towards maturity: challenges and opportunities from Implementation Science, the authors delve into this transformative journey. The Growth and Evolution of Implementation Science Implementation science has grown tremendously, […]

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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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AI

Transforming Public Health: The Revolutionary Role of AI in Implementation Science

In today’s rapidly evolving world, the gap between scientific discoveries and their application in public health practices remains a significant challenge. This is more or less what I’ve dedicated my career to. A recent enlightening article in Implementation Science, titled Leveraging artificial intelligence to advance implementation science: potential opportunities and cautions, offers a glimpse into […]

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AI

The Role of Theory in Translating Clinical AI Research into Practice

In the realm of healthcare, the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been met with equal parts enthusiasm and skepticism. As we stride forward, the need to narrow the chasm between potential and practice in clinical AI has never been more critical. A recent bibliometric study, Evaluating the translation of implementation science to clinical artificial […]

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Health equity

De-implementation: Paving the Path for High-Value Care

Healthcare is on the cusp of a significant paradigm shift, moving away from the prevalent “more is better” approach to a more discerning and evidence-based model. In the article “Methodological Progress Note: De-implementation of Low-Value Care,” authors Sunil Kripalani and Wynne E. Norton highlight a pressing issue in modern healthcare systems: the persistence of low-value […]

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Research

The Synergy between Implementation Science and Improvement Science

Implementation Science and Improvement Science are pivotal in enhancing health care services for better patient and population outcomes. The former focuses on systematically disseminating and applying research findings to improve health and welfare, while the latter grows from the quality improvement movement, aiming at producing generalizable scientific knowledge. Despite their common goal of enhancing healthcare […]

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Research

On-the-Go Adaptation of Health Implementation Strategies: The Key to More Effective Public Health Practice

Adaptability in public health is a necessity. The article “On-the-Go Adaptation of Implementation Approaches and Strategies in Health: Emerging Perspectives and Research Opportunities” (Annual Reviews) delves into this topic, emphasizing the importance of dynamic and responsive strategies in health care and public health interventions. Understanding Adaptive Implementation Adaptive implementation is a concept that recognizes the […]

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Resources

Systems Science in Public Health: Expanding the Horizons of Multilevel Research

In the ever-evolving landscape of public health research, there’s a pressing need to embrace innovative methodologies that can capture the complexities of real-world scenarios. Enter systems science, a multidisciplinary field that offers a fresh lens to view and analyze public health challenges. For public health practitioners, understanding systems science approaches, such as social network analysis […]

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Health equity

Empowering Local Governments: Challenges in Research Application

In the contemporary realm of public health, it is paramount for local governments to integrate evidence-based research into their decision-making processes. But despite the surge in research output, translating these findings into actionable policies at the local level often presents multifaceted challenges. Drawing insights from a recent BMC Health Services Research study, this article illuminates […]

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