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Public Health News Round Up, April 2, 2025

In case you missed the massacre yesterday, here’s the 411. Help us keep the lights on by subscribing to our weekly science newsletter. It’s free. But if you want to pay for something, we’ve got our article feed, too!) RFK Jr. Launches Bloodbath at Health Department in Mass Layoffs Amid sweeping political upheavals, major shake-ups at […]

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Wellbeing

The Lasting Shadow of Childhood Trauma: How ACEs Shape Young Adulthood

More than 60% of U.S. adults report experiencing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), a sobering statistic that underscores the profound impact of early trauma. ACEs—such as neglect, parental separation, or exposure to substance use disorders—are not just painful memories; they shape future outcomes in ways that ripple across generations. A new large-scale study examining nearly one […]

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Environment

A Walk in the Woods: More Than Just Fresh Air

In an era where screens dominate our lives, deadlines pile up, and urbanization keeps us disconnected from nature, our mental health often takes a hit. Anxiety and depression rates have surged globally, with stress becoming an unavoidable part of daily life. But what if the solution to our mental health struggles isn’t found in a […]

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Public Health News Round Up, March 31, 2025

Urgent: Don’t Miss Out—Your Voice Matters! Join thousands of public health leaders driving meaningful change. Subscribe for free and help sustain our self-funded delivery of essential insights every week. 🚨 Act now—share this blog to strengthen our reach and impact! The CDC buried a measles forecast that stressed the need for vaccinations ProPublica has revealed […]

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Public Health News Roundup, March 28, 2025

HHS set to see cuts, overhaul to its agencies Obviously, this is the big story. In a controversial reorganization plan led by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will cut 20,000 positions and shut down entire agencies responsible for community health and addiction services, despite concerns from […]

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Communication

How Fear in the Media Shapes Public Health Behaviors: A Double-Edged Sword

During a crisis, information can be lifesaving. But what happens when the dominant emotion in the news is fear? A recent study spanning five countries—United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and India—sheds light on how fear-driven media coverage during the COVID-19 pandemic influenced public perception and preventive health behaviors. The findings are striking: while fear-based […]

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Wellbeing

Unpacking the Science of Electromagnetic Sensitivity

In the Breaking Bad prequel series Better Call Saul, Jimmy McGill’s (a.k.a. Saul Goodman) older brother has isolated himself due to a perceived electromagnetic sensitivity. In a world dominated by screens, Wi-Fi signals, and 5G towers, concerns about electromagnetic fields (EMFs) have grown. For some individuals like Chuck McGill (above), these concerns go beyond curiosity […]

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Commentary

Dilemma Actions for a Time of Federal Injustice

In 2025, working within the federal system—whether as a researcher, contractor, or civil servant—has never felt more fraught. Programs supporting veterans, mental health, and suicide prevention are being gutted. Equity-focused initiatives are under political siege. The chilling rise of online “watchlists” targeting DEI professionals sends an unmistakable message: dissent will be punished, and even neutrality […]

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Collaboration

Help Us Strengthen CHW Programs – Share What Matters Most

Community Health Workers (CHWs) are the heart of community-based care. They build trust, bridge health gaps, and deliver critical services—especially in communities that need it most. But to fully support CHWs, we need to understand what matters most to those working with and alongside them. That’s where you come in. We’re reviewing tools that help […]

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