Public Health Programs

John Lister’s book delivers a searing examination of what happens to health care when power falls into the hands of a narcissistic, authoritarian leader intent on enriching a small elite of business allies across finance, technology, real estate, and fossil fuels. Using Donald Trump’s second presidential term as its main case study, the book exposes how self-interested governance and reactionary ideology can devastate public health systems, entrench inequality, and imperil millions of lives—not only in the United States but around the world. At the heart of Trump’s agenda lies a ...

Whenever you go to your local public library, send mail via the post office, or visit Yosemite, you are taking advantage of a longstanding American tradition: the public option. Some of the most useful and beloved institutions in American life are public options - yet they are seldom celebrated as such. These government-supported opportunities coexist peaceably alongside private options, ensuring equal access and expanding opportunity for all.

Si tienes dificultades para comunicarte y entender eficazmente los sentimientos, las necesidades y las respuestas de los demás... No estás solo. Sólo imagina... crear rápidamente una buena relación y confianza con aquellos de quienes dependes, volviéndote resiliente y optimista ante la adversidad, y teniendo la habilidad de leer rápida y precisamente a las personas.

Conquer the Prevention Specialist (PS) Exam: Study Guide offers comprehensive coverage of the knowledge and skills needed for prevention practice in diverse settings. This guide equips readers with a deep understanding of planning, program development, and evaluation strategies that are essential for addressing risk and protective factors across populations. Drawing from evidence-based practices, it emphasizes the integration of theory, data, and practical tools for effective prevention work. Explore topics that are critical to professional practice, including community engagement, ...

Just a few years ago, Egypt and the United States had approximately the same number of people infected with chronic hepatitis C. Today, Egypt has been declared virtually free of the disease, while the opioid crisis is driving an increase in hepatitis C infection rates in the United States. In their latest book, Dr. William Haseltine and Kaelyn Varner, MPH, discuss lessons from the success of Egypt’s 100 Million Healthy Lives initiative and how those programs can be modified and scaled in countries of all economic levels. They identify the seven universal steps that can be adapted to ...

With the rise of new communication channels and traditional media, misinformation has become rampant. To combat this, it's crucial for the scientific community to adopt new platforms like podcasts. This allows them to present research in accessible ways, promoting accurate information and critical thinking.