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August 28, 2025 · 5 min read
Recent leadership upheavals, budget cuts, and shrinking programs are reshaping the nation’s approach to preparing for health crises and managing chronic diseases. The next few years will depend heavily on politics, funding, and the balance between federal and state roles. The Current Trajectory (2025–2027) 1. A smaller, more politicized federal center. The removal of CDC […]
Just an interesting bit of reflection today, I quit smoking on this day back in 2008. 16 years ago! I also quit drinking in 2017. What I also think is interesting is that I still get cravings for cigarettes, but nothing for alcohol. I’m sure a neuropsych person could tell me why my brain has […]
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We mistakenly sent out an incorrect link for the following article: Health Partnerships Don’t Help All Communities Hospital-community partnerships have been focused on improving population health, especially in preventive care. A study in Health Equity found that these partnerships were effective in increasing mammography screenings and flu vaccination rates overall. However, when looking at different racial and ethnic groups, the […]
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You’ve heard it before: “Go outside, it’s good for your health.” But what if the science behind that advice is built on a vague, inconsistent idea of what “nature” actually means? Is it a forest trail or a backyard garden? A potted plant or a national park? According to new research from a European team […]
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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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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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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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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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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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