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The True Cost of Youth Violence: A Closer Look at Economic and Health Impacts

“Youth violence” isn’t just a buzzword we hear in news headlines; it’s a critical public health issue with far-reaching consequences. The study “The Health and Economic Impact of Youth Violence by Injury Mechanism” published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, sheds light on the multifaceted impacts of youth violence in the United States. A […]

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The Public Health Implications of Police Violence

The article “Police Violence and Public Health“, published in the Annual Reviews of Clinical Psychology, delves deep into the multifaceted impact of police violence on public health, particularly within marginalized communities in the U.S. This insightful piece not only uncovers the disturbing prevalence of police violence but also its profound implications on mental and physical […]

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A Look into CHW Effectiveness

Community health workers (CHWs) are emerging as linchpins in establishing robust healthcare systems worldwide, particularly in underserved communities. As we dive into the document titled “Community Health Workers: Evidence of Their Effectiveness“, it’s crucial to understand the broad spectrum of their impact, from improving patient outcomes to reducing healthcare costs. Bridging the Gap: CHWs at […]

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AI

The Role of Theory in Translating Clinical AI Research into Practice

In the realm of healthcare, the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been met with equal parts enthusiasm and skepticism. As we stride forward, the need to narrow the chasm between potential and practice in clinical AI has never been more critical. A recent bibliometric study, Evaluating the translation of implementation science to clinical artificial […]

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Workforce

Next Week in Public Health: February 16, 2024

The cutting edge? You got it right now. Lots of varied topics coming up next week! Lead the Way in Public Health – Get Your Weekly Insight! Ready to lead the charge in health advocacy and research? ‘This Week in Public Health’ delivers essential weekly updates, keeping you informed and ahead in the dynamic field […]

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Enhancing Treatment Accessibility for Problematic Alcohol Use: Same Old Story

Alcohol use is a leading cause of global disease and disability, yet many who need treatment for problematic alcohol use (PAU) don’t seek it. The reasons are complex, and understanding the barriers and facilitators to treatment is crucial. The recent scoping review titled “Service-level barriers to and facilitators of accessibility to treatment for problematic alcohol […]

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Health equity

Social Identities and Intersectionality: A Guide to Understanding the Complexities of Our Lives

In the article “Social Identities and Intersectionality: A Conversation About the What and the How of Development,” researchers dive deep into the intricate world of identity formation, particularly focusing on the intersectionality of social identities in early and middle childhood. This article, published in the prestigious Annual Reviews, explores how gender, ethnicity, race, social class, […]

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Health equity

The Two-Edged Sword of Data: Navigating Structural Racism and Health Inequities

The article Structural Racism, Health Inequities, and the Two-Edged Sword of Data: Structural Problems Require Structural Solutions provides a critical examination of how structural racism ingrains health disparities and how the data used to analyze these disparities can serve as both a tool and a hindrance. The Double-Edged Sword of Racialized Data Racialized health inequities […]

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Resources

How to Conduct an Environmental Scan: A Guide for Public Health Practitioners

Last updated: 10/23/24. This has been one of our most popular posts, so I decided to revisit and improve it. — Jon In public health, staying ahead of emerging trends and challenges is critical to developing effective strategies. One of the most powerful tools to achieve this is environmental scanning. This comprehensive method helps public […]

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