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02.20.2024 "Observing Science" title and tagline on dark grey background

Health Equity

Diversifying Science

The problems of diversity in science run deeper than identity. We also need diversity of perspectives.

Guest Author Sandro Galea

Editor Michael Stein

02.15.2024 illustration featuring the internet of things and smart home technology

The Ugly Stain of Ageism on Smart Home Technology

As more Americans decide to age in place, smart home technology can help them do so safely. But the promise of technology can be marred by ageism, limiting independence and choice.

Guest Author Katherine O'Malley

02.13.2024 "Observing Science" title and tagline on dark grey background

Health Equity

Game Changers

When science operates as a team.

Guest Author Sandro Galea

Editor Michael Stein

02.06.2024 "Observing Science" title and tagline on dark grey background

Health Equity

Can We Communicate Science Better in the Age of TikTok?

With the rise of social media, the way we communicate has evolved. Science and research must keep up.

Guest Author Sandro Galea

Editor Michael Stein

02.05.2024 abstract image of multi-colored stripes on black background, representing multiple perspectives, which is required by co-research

Co-Research: Inclusion and Impact

Co-researchers' perspectives and insights help drive research focus areas and emphasize the commitment to addressing health issues that matter to their community.

Guest Authors Ashley Scott, Eden Rapp

01.30.2024 a black background with blue and yellow text

Health Equity

Observing Science: An Introduction

Introducing a new weekly series, Observing Science — on the workings of science, it's limitations, and its promise for a healthier world.

Guest Author Sandro Galea

Editor Michael Stein

12.15.2023 PHP Year In Review, 2023 to 2024

Public Health Post

2023 Year in Review

We resume publication on Monday, January 8, 2024 after our winter publishing break. Thank you for reading, writing, listening, and subscribing to Public Health Post.

Editor Michael Stein

09.27.2023 image of corridor on college campus

Academic Institutions Owe Us Climate Justice

Higher education institutions have an opportunity to lead the transformation toward a climate just society through two key approaches: the deployment of resources and a redistribution of power.

Guest Author Alaina Kinol

09.07.2023 close up of person wearing face mask to protect against COVID

Learning from Past Disasters to Help COVID Long Haulers

One in 7 Americans are still reporting symptoms of long COVID. Our current safety net is insufficient to support them.

Guest Authors Brontë Nevins, Heather Howard

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