Top 50 Blogs About Reproductive Rights

Posted by Erin Johansson on August 17, 2010

Women’s rights have become international issues, and reproductive rights — which can include education, public health and advocacy — have populated many blogs. The following top 50 blogs about reproductive rights range from legal and policy blogs to topical women’s groups that address certain population segments. All blogs are listed in alphabetical order. [click to continue…]

50 Excellent Public Health Videos on YouTube

Posted by Erin Johansson on August 5, 2010

Public health officials are concerned about the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, diseases and environmental issues. The following 50 excellent public health videos on YouTube confirms this statement, as each video points to all these topics and more in formats that range from public service announcements (PSAs) to full-length hearings and in arenas that range from local issues to global problems and solutions. [click to continue…]

Top 10 Public Health Disasters of the 20th Century

July 9, 2010

Public health disasters were as numerous during the twentieth century as they were before French chemist Louis Pasteur discovered that bacteria caused illnesses in 1860. During the previous century, diseases that killed thousands of people did not have cures, but they were treated with newly developed vaccines. Other diseases were caused by man-made situations and [...]

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17 Intriguing Infographics About Global Health

June 16, 2010

Anyone who is interested in public health may also be interested in the recent rash of new information graphics that attempt to portray various global health issues. While graphics often provide an easier way to understand an issue for many readers, it is wise to question the sources of information as well as how the [...]

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50 Government Blogs & Web Resources That Are Good for Your Health

May 26, 2010

Are you curious about this government’s focus on health and fitness, both on personal and public health levels? Thanks to the current government’s efforts toward transparency, you can learn more about their motivations through blogs and updated Web sites that focus on disease, disease prevention and research. We’ve gathered many of those resources together for [...]

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25 iPad Apps Revolutionizing Healthcare

May 18, 2010

There was a lot of buzz in public health circles with the release of the iPad, since it promises a more mobile way of access patient information and of finding answers to common questions. Healthcare professionals make use of information everyday, and it is possible that the iPad can help streamline processes, as well as [...]

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7 Little Known Ways to Improve Your Family's Health

March 26, 2010

With today’s escalating health care costs, families need to be more proactive in managing their health. Preventative medicine is an integral part of ensuring that your family stays healthy. These seven little known remedies will keep your family out of the doctor’s office, providing both peace of mind and tremendous savings over the [...]

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7 Twitter Users Every Health Nut Should Follow

January 13, 2010

Knowledge is power and information sharing educates all involved. The social media revolution has made it easy to share information, tips, and pointers on all subjects; including health and nutrition. Health buffs don’t need to purchase expensive muscle magazines now; follow the right health information sources online and you’ll surprise a few including the resident [...]

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