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The Synergy between Implementation Science and Improvement Science

Implementation Science and Improvement Science are pivotal in enhancing health care services for better patient and population outcomes. The former focuses on systematically disseminating and applying research findings to improve health and welfare, while the latter grows from the quality improvement movement, aiming at producing generalizable scientific knowledge. Despite their common goal of enhancing healthcare […]

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Commentary

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Research

The Role and Impact of Preprints in Health and Social Care

In the modern world of rapid scientific advancement, the traditional academic publishing process often struggles to keep pace. This is where preprints come into play. A preprint is a version of a scientific paper that precedes formal peer review and publication in a scientific journal. It is typically uploaded to a public server where anyone […]

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AI

Embracing a New Era in Global Digital Health: Innovations Beyond Profits

In the world of public health, a new frontier is being charted. “Rethinking global digital health and AI-for-health innovation challenges,” a thought-provoking article published in PLOS Global Public Health, sheds light on this transformative journey. At its core, this article by Farlow et al. proposes a radical shift in how we approach digital health technologies […]

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Research

The Impact of Firearms in Violent Situations: A Closer Look at “Firearm Instrumentality: Do Guns Make Violent Situations More Lethal?”

Introduction The debate surrounding gun control and public safety is a contentious and ongoing issue in public health policy. Central to this discourse is a key question: Does the presence of firearms increase the lethality of violent situations? The article Firearm Instrumentality: Do Guns Make Violent Situations More Lethal? published in the Annual Review of […]

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Climate

Understanding “Maladaptation” in National Adaptation Policy: A Key to Successful Climate Change Response

In an insightful article titled “Maladaptation as a Concept and a Metric in National Adaptation Policy- Should We, Would We, Could We?” by Juhola and Käyhkö, published in PLOS Climate, the authors delve into the intricate world of national adaptation policy in the context of climate change. This article is a must-read for anyone interested […]

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Health equity

Understanding the Role of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures in Value-Based Healthcare: A Scoping Review

In healthcare, the shift towards patient-centered care has gained significant momentum. A pivotal aspect of this transformation is the incorporation of Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) in Value-Based Healthcare (VBHC) programs. The article, “The implementation, use and impact of patient reported outcome measures in value-based healthcare programmes: A scoping review” by Silveira Bianchim et al., […]

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Research

Adolescent Recovery: Insights from “Coming of Age in Recovery”

The recent study, Coming of Age in Recovery: The Prevalence and Correlates of Substance Use Recovery Status Among Adolescents and Emerging Adults, offers vital insights into the substance use recovery landscape among adolescents. This pivotal research, conducted in Illinois high schools, illuminates the prevalence of recovery and sheds light on this demographic’s behavioral health needs. […]

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Health equity

Telehealth and Digital Health Innovations: Access in a Mixed Landscape

The concept of telehealth, while not new, has seen a monumental surge in importance and implementation, particularly highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. The article “Telehealth and Digital Health Innovations: A Mixed Landscape of Access,” published in PLOS Digital Health, provides a comprehensive look at this modern healthcare approach, emphasizing its mixed access landscape. The Rise […]

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