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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 […]
My mind has been all soccer-y lately as we get ready to start up our fall youth season here. I’m the program coordinator, and it’s been wild getting teams ready, fields and equipment prepped, and training plans straightened away. Here’s on more plug for our awesome interview with Lauren Peterson. Here’s what you have coming […]
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Yes, technology platforms play an integral role in shaping our daily lives. From social media to streaming services, these platforms are designed to keep us engaged and entertained. However, a recent study titled “Accountability Infrastructure: How to Implement Limits on Platform Optimization to Protect Population Health” by Nathaniel Lubin and Thomas Krendl Gilbert sheds light […]
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In recent years, mental health in the workplace has become a critical public health issue. From high-pressure jobs to the increasing demands of modern work life, employees face a range of challenges that can impact their mental well-being. The repercussions are not just personal; they extend to businesses through decreased productivity, higher absenteeism, and increased […]
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Imagine if sharing critical health data was as straightforward and rewarding as trading soccer players. What if every time a country contributed valuable information about a disease outbreak, it was compensated in a way that not only acknowledged its contribution but also incentivized continued sharing? This intriguing idea is explored in a recent scientific article, […]
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In the face of terminal illness and unbearable suffering, some individuals seek a path that leads to a dignified end. While the concept of aid-in-dying, also known as assisted suicide, is controversial, it has been gaining traction worldwide. For Israelis, where such practices are prohibited, the solution often lies in traveling abroad—a phenomenon known as […]
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When we think of soldiers serving in conflict zones, the immediate dangers that come to mind are often bullets and bombs. However, a less visible but equally insidious threat lurks in the very air they breathe. Military burn pits, used extensively in the Middle East and Southeast Asia, have been identified as a significant health […]
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Sexual violence is a pervasive issue, impacting millions of Americans each year. Shockingly, about one in three women and one in four men will experience sexual violence at some point in their lives. These statistics highlight the urgent need for effective prevention strategies, but traditional efforts have often fallen short. The latest research, however, is […]
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The year 2023 marked a pivotal shift in the landscape of public health in the United States. For the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the age-adjusted death rate decreased significantly, down 6.1% from 2022. With over 3 million deaths recorded, the new statistics reveal not just numbers but stories that tell […]
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