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The Game-Changing HIV Protection Jab in England and Wales

A new HIV protection jab, Cabotegravir (CAB-LA), has been approved for use in England and Wales. This injectable treatment, considered ‘game-changing’ by health professionals, is set to become available to patients on the National Health Service (NHS), offering a significant alternative to traditional daily pills used for HIV prevention. The Breakthrough Injection Cabotegravir is a […]

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Society

A Rising Urgency for Dementia Prevention

Last summer, nearly one in three counties across the U.S. reported heat emergencies that disproportionately impacted older adults. At the same time, local clinics struggled with rising cases of diabetes and hypertension—two well-known risk factors for dementia. With an aging population and constrained health budgets, primary care providers face a pressing question: how can we […]

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Global

Prevention Pays Off – In Dollars and Lives

The bottom line: Investing in public health prevention pays for itself. This is a message we NEED to hit over and over as the current public health infrastructure is systematically dismantled. A large body of U.S. research shows that every dollar spent on effective prevention programs yields many times more in savings on healthcare costs […]

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Global

The Promise of Long-Acting Injections for HIV Prevention

So, in light of last week’s bad HIV news, here’s some good stuff In a significant leap forward in the fight against HIV, scientists and health organizations globally are celebrating the introduction of a long-acting injection that promises to transform prevention strategies. This groundbreaking solution is anticipated to offer near-total protection against HIV, and its […]

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Health tips

Jason Pierre-Paul’s Firework injury (NSFW)

I just published a blog on the epidemiology of fireworks injuries. But, let’s take a bit more granular to see what one of these injuries looks like. Ten years ago today, July 4, 2015, New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul was setting off fireworks in his neighborhood. One seemed to be a dud, so […]

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Society

Risks Lurking Behind Every Sparkler

I’m not really a Katy Perry fan, even going back to the Blue Origin debacle. But, I already used Animal Collective over at This Week in Science, so we’re going with this as our soundtrack. It’s the Fourth of July. The barbecue is sizzling, the kids are giggling, and the first crackle of fireworks lights […]

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Health tips

Drowning Deaths Dropped 60%—But 15 Million Still at Risk

In 2021, more than 274,000 people drowned—enough to fill three NFL stadiums. You probably didn’t hear about most of them. Maybe because it happened far away. Maybe because it was chalked up as “just an accident.” But what if we told you 15.7 million people are living with the consequences of drowning today? That toddlers […]

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Health equity

Hidden Costs of Preventive Care: Why Understanding Patient Demographics Matters

When the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was introduced, it promised to make preventive care free for many Americans. This exemption from cost-sharing for services like cancer screenings, diabetes tests, and cholesterol checks aimed to improve health equity. But new research sheds light on a troubling reality: unexpected out-of-pocket (OOP) costs continue to affect many patients, […]

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Interview

A conversation with Jeff Hanley

Jeff Hanley, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Prevention Alliance (CPA), has dedicated his career to advancing substance misuse prevention across Pennsylvania. With a background in nonprofit work at the American Red Cross and over a decade of experience at the Mercer County Behavioral Health Commission, Jeff brings a wealth of knowledge to his role. In […]

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Policy

Creating Safer Spaces: A New Approach to Sexual Assault Prevention

Sexual violence is a pervasive issue, impacting millions of Americans each year. Shockingly, about one in three women and one in four men will experience sexual violence at some point in their lives. These statistics highlight the urgent need for effective prevention strategies, but traditional efforts have often fallen short. The latest research, however, is […]

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Research

Understanding Heat Stroke: What You Need to Know

Heat stroke is a serious, life-threatening condition that occurs when the body overheats. This is next week’s weather report around me as of 6/14. With rising global temperatures and frequent heat waves, understanding heat stroke is more crucial than ever. This blog will break down the complexities of heat stroke, its causes, effects, and the […]

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Mental health

Exploring the Landscape of Suicide Prevention: Insights from a Scoping Review

Suicide prevention is a critical public health issue, and understanding the most effective strategies to implement and disseminate interventions is crucial. A recent article titled Implementation strategies in suicide prevention: a scoping review, published in Implementation Science, sheds light on this pressing matter. This review delves into the current strategies used in suicide prevention and […]

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