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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 […]
Not gonna lie. It’s been a shitty, shitty week. And that’s before we get to the news of the day, which is that Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has been nominated to be incoming Secretary of Health and Human Services. Like an aging hipster, Kennedy used to be cool but has become virulently anti-science over the […]
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The Impact of ‘Cop City’ on Communities In the heart of DeKalb County, Georgia, a growing controversy has captured national attention. Atlanta’s proposed police training facility, known as “Cop City,” has sparked significant concern among public health researchers, activists, and community members. This development, which aims to expand police training efforts, sits at the intersection […]
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In today’s world, gambling ads are everywhere—on TV, social media, and even in our favorite sports. Gambling companies use precise data-driven methods to reach us, and they don’t just stop there. Personalized promotions target those who’ve gambled before, nudging them back into old habits. What does this mean for public health? Research says the impacts […]
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The global health landscape has been shaped by noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) like cardiovascular disease, cancer, chronic respiratory disease, and diabetes. These four conditions alone account for over 80% of all premature deaths globally, with the majority of fatalities occurring in low- and middle-income countries. Despite countless initiatives to reduce the burden of NCDs, progress has […]
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Domestic violence is a devastating reality for far too many individuals. But when we think of who might be most vulnerable to this kind of harm, people with intellectual disabilities don’t always come to mind. Unfortunately, this group is particularly susceptible to violence, and, worse still, they often face barriers to escaping it or even […]
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As Donald Trump prepares for his second term as President, public health experts are assessing the potential impact of his proposed policies on healthcare access and delivery across the United States. Although healthcare was not a central focus of his campaign, Trump has made several promises and statements that suggest a shift in how the […]
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In this uncertain transition, we don’t know who will help to take the lead on health equity. If it has to come from the bottom up, Rhode Island can be a good example. Rhode Island has embarked on a transformative journey to support and empower Community Health Workers (CHWs), recognizing their critical role in promoting […]
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Imagine being one of only a few hundred people worldwide diagnosed with a condition so rare that even the medical community struggles to understand it. This is the reality for those living with TANGO2 Deficiency Disorder, a rare genetic disease that can cause life-threatening metabolic crises, developmental delays, and muscle weakness. This is just one […]
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The link between health and social circumstances is undeniable. Factors like housing, transportation, food security, and financial stability, known as health-related social needs (HRSNs), heavily influence an individual’s ability to maintain good health. For Medicaid members, particularly those in programs like Massachusetts’ MassHealth, these needs often remain unmet. This leaves individuals vulnerable to worsening health […]
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