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June 20, 2025 · 5 min read
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Hello. I know it’s tempting to chase the latest HHS news, and try to unpack what it means (e.g., Top staffers dismissed, the HHS Facebook page is meming Joe Biden? for some reason.) My ongoing theory is that these individuals are primarily seeking to consolidate wealth and power. That’s it. The health angle is merely […]
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Recent advances in reproductive technology are offering hope to families affected by hereditary diseases. The birth of babies conceived using three-parent IVF marks a groundbreaking achievement in medical science. This innovative technique involves the use of DNA from three individuals to prevent the transmission of mitochondrial diseases. As this technology becomes more widely available, its […]
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The fight against HIV/AIDS has encountered a serious challenge due to significant cuts in funding from major international donors, including the United States. These reductions have raised concerns worldwide, especially in countries that rely heavily on international aid to maintain their healthcare systems and ensure ongoing access to life-saving HIV treatment and prevention services. The […]
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Amidst the escalating impacts of climate change, public health officials are raising alarms over a concerning rise in heat-related illnesses. Recent reports have highlighted the increasing frequency and intensity of heatwaves, particularly affecting urban populations worldwide. The Science Behind Heat Waves Heat waves are prolonged periods of excessive heat, often combined with high humidity. These […]
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Mental health shapes everything—from how we relate to others to how we get through the day. But understanding what qualifies as a mental disorder is not always straightforward. If you’ve ever wondered who decides what’s “normal” or when emotions become diagnosable, you’re not alone. In public health, we often use systems like the DSM (Diagnostic […]
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As our digital tools evolve, so must the methods we use to collect and visualize identity data. Two recent contributions in Nightingale, Querying the Quantification of the Queer and Datafying Mixed Social Identities: Nonbinarity as the Complementary of Intersectionality highlight how current systems fall short of capturing the fluid, layered realities of gender and other […]
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On June 1st, a high school friend forwarded me a letter to the editor that had recently been published in our local paper. The author criticized the paper’s recent treatment of President Trump, contrasting it to how it treated Joe Biden in the 2024 election. It was a fairly typical opinion piece, nothing especially surprising […]
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Recent studies have highlighted the incredible impact of vaccination programs in reducing mortality globally. Specifically, these programs have been shown to cut deaths by 60%. Linger on that for a second. Vaccination is really one of the triumphs of public health. This piece takes a deeper look into how vaccine roll-outs have managed to achieve […]
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In recent years, the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and biotechnology has presented novel approaches to some of the most persistent health challenges. One of the most promising advancements is in the realm of cancer treatment, where AI-driven protein engineering is paving the way for unprecedented medical solutions. This blog post delves into the latest […]
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