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A Looser Version of Genetic Epidemiology (and Autism)
Yes, I know it can be a challenge to understand some public health concepts without some training in public health. And, yes, I understand that research can be especially coy, really playing hard to get. Some experts can make research more accessible (though I think...
Spotlight on Health at the EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency employs thousands of public health experts in offices and laboratories all over the country. In addition to their high-profile policies and regulations related to our air, water and soil, the agency is a great source of information...
Hotlanta, and the Biostatistics is GOOD!
Yes, summers are for fun, friends and family! And, everyone needs a break from whatever they do on a regular basis (e.g., school or work or...).Why not have fun AND learn more about a public health field, meet new people, get ready for advanced training or expand your...
For-Profit Companies Step Up to the Reduce Obesity Plate
Governments are not the only organizations with public health policies and programs that can help people (or employ public health experts). For example, "...more than 150 retailers, food and beverage manufacturers, restaurants, sporting goods and insurance companies,...
Health Policy Diaries
One central tenet of public health is to protect and support vulnerable populations or groups who cannot protect themselves, like children and people with mental health or intellectual challenges. Public health experts are needed to conduct research, lobby...
Researchers Showcase Alternatives to Medicaid Reform Proposals
Typically, researchers try to stay as objective as possible with their work. After all, most research is based on strict and generally accepted methods of data collection and analysis that test hypotheses in a way that should be replicable and valid. (Got all of...