Health Equity Archives

04.25.2025 collage/illustration of a hand holding a megaphone. communications concept

PHPod explores the world of health communications, how it can improve, and why we need it now more than ever.

Fellow Abby Varker

04.23.2025 Contemporary art collage of human hands holding dialogue bubble. Concept of health communication, news, chat, infographic.

Empowering individuals to speak up, to share what is embarrassing or shameful, is central to fostering better public health outcomes.

Guest Author Isabel Markowski

04.17.2025 "Observing Science" title and mission on dark grey background

The science that drives our health policy depends on reliable investigators, reliable peer review, and reliable messengers.

Guest Author Sandro Galea

Editor Michael Stein

04.14.2025 Hospital beds in hospital room. Medical care and surgery access concept

Rural patients must travel longer distances to hospitals for emergency surgery, and quality of care and affordability are not guaranteed.

Fellow Rowena Lindsay

04.09.2025 abstract and colorful design with various shapes. panic and chaos concept

A how-to guide from PHP's executive editor on critically evaluating health claims and navigating sensational headlines.

Editor Monica L. Wang

04.04.2025 woman ordering dinner through a food delivery app

While delivery app fee regulations were originally intended to support small, independent restaurants, they instead benefit larger chains.

Fellow Bernadette Carter-Salmond

03.27.2025 Portrait of mother, father and son preparing and eating breakfast in the kitchen at home.

MyPlate is designed to help people and families eat a healthy diet, but only 29% of adults with young children are aware of this resource.

Guest Authors Molly Waring, Kate Killion

03.27.2025 "Observing Science" title and mission on dark grey background

On null research findings and how, even though they may not be as attention-grabbing as their positive counterparts, they are still useful.

Guest Author Sandro Galea

Editor Michael Stein

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