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Commentary

Data Integrity in a Divided World: The Smart Case for Inclusivity

The current socio-political climate has made it dangerous to engage in equity work. The federal government’s attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have created an environment where organizations must rethink how they communicate about equity without compromising core values. While the language of fairness and justice is under siege, the principles behind equity—ensuring […]

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Workforce

Next Week in Public Health, February 14, 2025

Well, plenty of people are going to be losing their jobs in the next few days under the banner of efficiency. Of course, this is just a smokescreen to obfuscate the consolidation of power. We’ve been blogging a lot about this, and will continue to do so in a way that supplements the work we […]

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Policy

The Hidden Players in Public Health Policy (according to research)

Public health policies don’t implement themselves. Behind every law, regulation, or guideline, there’s a network of decision-makers—policy developers, implementers, disseminators, influencers, and enforcers. But who exactly are these people? And how can researchers engage them effectively to ensure policies actually improve health outcomes? A recent study introduces a structured, five-step methodology for identifying and engaging […]

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Policy

RFK’s promises

The Senate confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the new Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), marking a significant shift in the leadership of the nation’s largest health agency. Amid opposition from both sides of the aisle and deep concerns from the public health community, Kennedy secured his confirmation through key assurances made to […]

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Health tips

How Clean Hands Save Lives

Imagine a bustling hospital in Rome, where healthcare workers tirelessly care for patients. Now, imagine this: a single unwashed hand can carry enough bacteria to put lives at risk. According to a recent study conducted at one of Italy’s largest university hospitals, gaps in healthcare workers’ hand hygiene knowledge and practices could be contributing to […]

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Policy

Open Government Data in Public Health: Progress, Challenges, and Opportunities

The ability to predict and contain the next global health crisis before it even begins. Policies that not only meet the needs of today but anticipate the challenges of tomorrow. This is the promise of open government data (OGD) in the health sector—a vision where transparency, collaboration, and innovation converge to create more resilient health […]

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Policy

A New Framework for Evidence-Informed Policies

Imagine a world where every public health decision is backed by clear evidence, free of undue influence, and responsive to the needs of diverse communities. Now imagine this transparency fostering trust, ensuring fairness, and leading to better health outcomes for all. A new integrated framework for evidence-informed policymaking promises to turn this vision into reality. […]

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Research

How New Jersey’s Cash Bail Reform Fared Against Fatal Violence

In 2017, New Jersey took a bold leap by enacting comprehensive bail reform, eliminating cash bail for most pretrial defendants. This groundbreaking policy aimed to reduce the number of individuals incarcerated simply because they couldn’t afford bail. However, the reform ignited a fierce debate, especially around public safety and violence against women. Critics claimed it […]

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Environment

Building the Cities of Tomorrow

Imagine a future where cities breathe cleaner air, where hospitals harness artificial intelligence (AI) to provide personalized care, and where construction reduces carbon footprints instead of inflating them. This is not a sci-fi utopia—it’s the promise of smart cities, AI-driven healthcare, and low-carbon building materials. But as these innovations emerge, what do people really think […]

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