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Environment

Nature’s Power in the City: How Fair Access to Green and Blue Spaces Transforms Mental Health

In cities bustling with people, skyscrapers, and constant motion, finding moments of peace and connection to nature can feel like a luxury. But recent research highlights how urban green and blue spaces—think parks, gardens, rivers, and lakes—aren’t just aesthetic; they’re powerful tools for boosting public health, especially mental well-being. A study conducted in the Chang-Zhu-Tan […]

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PubTrawlr News

Next Week in Public Health, November 22, 2024

I’ve been debating whether I need to change the voice of some posts. On the one hand, we’re trying to be about the dissemination of science — which, as we all know, is no small order in itself. Yet, I can’t help but think we need to pivot somewhat and think more about science as […]

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Uncategorized

Building Trust in Science Through Effective Communication

When was the last time you questioned a headline about scientific research or hesitated to follow public health advice? For many Americans, trust in science has become a complex terrain, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. While 76% of Americans express a fair or great deal of confidence in scientists to act in […]

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Health equity

Why Vaccine-Preventable Diseases Pose Long-Term Risks for Adults Over 50

Vaccines have long been heralded for their role in preventing immediate illness. But what if their benefits extended far beyond that, influencing long-term health in profound ways? For adults over 50, particularly those hospitalized with vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) like flu, pneumonia, and shingles, the story doesn’t end after the acute infection subsides. Emerging research reveals […]

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Workforce

Why Staffing Adequacy in Healthcare Is More Than Just Numbers

Staffing is the backbone of healthcare systems. Without the right number of people—or the right people for the job—hospital performance and patient outcomes can quickly decline. A recent study conducted in China sheds new light on the intricate dynamics of staffing adequacy and its effects on team performance in hospitals. It highlights an often-overlooked fact: […]

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Communication

Health Literacy for Today’s Adolescents

Adolescents today face a unique health landscape. With access to more information than ever, teens must learn how to navigate the flood of health messages and identify what’s credible. Health literacy – the ability to understand, assess, and use health information – is a skill that can set them on a path to better choices […]

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Collaboration

Can Co-Creation be a Tool for Lasting Impact?

When tackling the big issues in public health, like unhealthy food environments or access to mental health care, traditional approaches often fall short. These challenges require more than just data and policy—solutions need to be grounded in the experiences and insights of those affected. This is where co-creation comes in. Through co-creation, researchers, public health […]

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Research

Reaction to RFK nomination: Not Good!

President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) to head the $1.7 trillion Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has sparked widespread alarm among public health experts. Kennedy, known for his promotion of debunked anti-vaccine claims and skepticism of scientific institutions like the CDC, FDA, and NIH, is being described as […]

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Policy

Measles Vaccination Efforts at Risk of Stalling

In “honor” of Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the recent nominee to HHS, let’s take a look at this recent MMWR report. Measles, a disease once a harbinger of widespread illness and death, has met its match in vaccination programs, saving an astounding 60 million lives between 2000 and 2023. Put that number in your head. […]

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