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Protected: A conversation with Jennifer Karlin, MD, PhD
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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 […]
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (F.D.A.) has been at the forefront of public health initiatives, playing a critical role in ensuring drug safety and efficacy. Recent events, however, have spotlighted the agency amid a storm of public dissent and policy scrutiny. At the center of this controversy is the F.D.A.’s decision to reject several […]
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For decades, implementation science has tried to answer a simple but stubborn question: Why does it take so long for research to improve real-world practice? In healthcare, education, and social services, researchers often produce powerful evidence—but practitioners struggle to apply it consistently. A new commentary published in Global Implementation Research and Applications argues something surprising: […]
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Consider a single mother in rural America who receives a traffic ticket. She’s faced with court fees that she can barely afford. Juggling two jobs and worrying about feeding her children, she’s now burdened with a compounding legal debt. These legal financial obligations, or LFOs, push her further into the cycle of poverty, a situation […]
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Public health systems worldwide have faced mounting pressures due to increasing demand and limited resources. One critical area where this tension is evident is in the long wait times for hospital treatment. These delays can have significant mental health repercussions, both directly and indirectly affecting patients and communities at large. Understanding the Scope of the […]
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As Dr. Emily walked into the meeting room, papers in hand, she braced herself for yet another strategy session. Leading a team in implementing evidence-based practices in the hospital was no small feat, especially when new tools were constantly emerging. The latest buzz was all about the CFIR-ERIC matching tool, but like many, she was […]
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Imagine a high-performing endurance runner named Sarah, who routinely takes on half marathons as part of her fitness regimen. As she steps onto the pressure-sensing treadmill for her latest trial, she’s well-aware of the potential impact running can have on her body. Sarah’s story is a window into a comprehensive study examining the effects of […]
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This week’s public health news reminds us that robust systems—from policy to technology to nutrition—are essential for safeguarding the well-being of our communities. Whether it’s a political battle over federal agency funding, urgent calls to protect vital health programs, or innovations in health IT, these stories reveal how multiple forces converge to either bolster or […]
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On a chilly morning in Baltimore, a public health worker named Sarah trudged her way to a meeting with leaders of a local church. Her goal was simple: enlist the church’s help in rolling out a vaccination campaign. But Sarah knew it wouldn’t be straightforward. There had been resistance in the past. “When distrust runs […]
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