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Analytics

Gambling Ads in Our Daily Lives: More Harmful Than You Think

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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Research

How Satellites Could Revolutionize the Fight Against Chronic Diseases

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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Society

How We Can Prevent Domestic Violence in the Intellectual Disability Community

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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Society

What to Expect from a Trump Presidency in Public Health

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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Health equity

A New Roadmap for Community Health Workers in Rhode Island

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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Research

Patients Take the Lead in Rare-Disease Research

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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Workforce

How MassHealth Tackles Social Health Needs

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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Mental health

Firearm Storage Practices, Mental Health, and Suicide Risk Among Service Members

2021 marked a record high in firearm-related suicides in the U.S., with service members and veterans profoundly impacted by these numbers. Recent studies have spotlighted the connection between firearm ownership, mental health, and unsecured storage practices within military communities. These findings are more than just statistics—they highlight real, actionable insights that can inform suicide prevention […]

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Commentary

Next Week in Public Health, November 8, 2024

I am so freaking dissappointed. It’s not even with the candidates, it’s with this country. I mean really? Am I so out of touch that my values system is just so misaligned? What does that say about the work we try to do? What does that say about meaningful community engagement? I feel a type […]

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