In Loneliness and Health published in Nature Reviews Disease Primers, Louise C. Hawkley sheds light on the profound impact of loneliness on health. Hawkley defines loneliness as the distress resulting… Read More
Healthcare is a dynamic and complex field, constantly evolving in response to societal needs and policy changes. A study titled An action research partnership in an urban Texas county to… Read More
Marijuana, a widely used substance in the U.S., is becoming increasingly accepted both medically and recreationally. With this growing acceptance, it’s crucial to understand its impact on our bodies, especially… Read More
The cannabis industry, often heralded for its booming market and medicinal benefits, has a lesser-known dark side: occupational health hazards. The recent Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, titled “Fatal Occupational… Read More
For another project, I was doing research on community health workers. I pulled this data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. What I find super notable about this is that… Read More
In 1998, a study published in The Lancet by Andrew Wakefield and colleagues sent shockwaves through the medical community and the public at large. It suggested a link between the… Read More
Healthcare is more than just treating diseases; it’s about addressing the root causes that impact health outcomes. This is where Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a crucial role. A study… Read More
In a world where the whisper of mental health challenges is becoming ever louder, understanding suicide—a subject often shrouded in silence—has never been more critical. Recently, an insightful study published… Read More
In recent years, public health professionals have closely monitored vaccination trends among school-aged children, especially kindergartners. The latest report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) sheds light… Read More
Competitive grant funding is the lifeblood of research, particularly in public health and the sciences. But what happens when the pursuit of this funding encourages dubious practices? A recent study… Read More
The world of scientific publishing has undergone significant transformations over the years. Traditional publishing, characterized by restrictive paywalls and limited access to groundbreaking research, has long been the standard. However,… Read More
The healthcare sector is a critical pillar of any society, ensuring the well-being of its citizens. However, the retention of health workers, especially in remote and rural areas, remains a… Read More