Top 50 International Health Experts Worth Following on Twitter

Posted on May 31, 2011 by

One of the great things about technology, and the Internet, is that it is possible to make connections with truly amazing people. If you are interested in public health, you can find out more online. Social media web sites allow you to read information from experts in various fields, including in international health. You can learn about public health in general, as well as about jobs, fellowships and the latest news. One of the easiest ways to keep what is happening in the world of public health is to use Twitter.

It is true that there are plenty of spurious accounts on Twitter, with updates from people who may not be true “experts” in the field of international health. However, if you are interested in following some actual public health experts on Twitter, there are some official accounts worth following. Here are 50 international health experts worth following on Twitter:

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20 Public Health Experts Worth Knowing

Posted on March 28, 2011 by

If you crave a job overseas as a public health practitioner, you have plenty of folks you can use as guiding lights. The following list of 20 public health experts worth knowing all have traveled in their jobs, some to destinations to solve public health issues, both physical and environmental. While some experts are professors, others have created organizations that remain in place today, helping others to live healthier and more fruitful lives. Continue reading →

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Top 50 Public Health News Sites

Posted on March 13, 2011 by

When it comes to public health, it is important to make sure you have access to the best information. Technology makes it easy to keep up with the latest public health information, warnings and more. With the help of the Internet, you can find news, information, commentary and more on the most important and pressing public health issues of the day.

Whether you are a public health administrator, or a concerned parent making sure that your child is safe, there are a number of resources that you can turn to for the latest public health news. Here are 50 of the best public health news sites:

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Top 50 Medical Privacy Blogs

Posted on February 1, 2011 by

One of the most important things you can do as a health care professional is to protect the privacy of your patients. Patients like to know that their personal health information isn’t going to be revealed to the public at large. Patient health represents a very serious matter, and it is up to you to keep that information private. However, with technological advancements and electronic health records, sometimes this can be challenging. The good news is that there plenty of tools that can help you protect the privacy of your patients.

One of the great things about the Internet is the ability to find information on a variety of topics. This includes topics related to information security and patient privacy. There are blogs out there devoted to the subject of medical privacy, as well as offering insight into law and ethics. If you are a health administrator, or public health student, you can benefit from the knowledge that others share. Here 50 great medical privacy blogs that can help you better understand your role and your options:

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Top 10 Most Influential Public Health Professors

Posted on October 26, 2010 by

Public health professors maintain research focuses in a wide variety of subjects, from workplace conditions to adolescent sexuality and from second-hand smoke issues to mosquitoes and malaria epidemiology. In all cases, their work often leads to policy changes that contribute to a sound preventative approach against diseases for many individuals. The following top 10 influential public health professors already have made their marks in collegiate and public environments. Not all have MPH (Master of Public Health) degrees, but their experiences and other degrees have led to their passion for healthy environments. Continue reading →

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Top 20 Myths & Facts About High Fructose Corn Syrup

Posted on September 29, 2010 by

High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is in the news, as the Corn Refiners Association wants to change the name of the product to “corn syrup,” a name that defines the product’s ingredients for the general public. At the same time, advocates against HFCS continue to generate claims that HFCS creates all manners of health problems for people who ingest this product. The following list of 20 myths and facts about HFCS offers some reality about using this type of sweetener. Continue reading →

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Top 50 Blogs About Reproductive Rights

Posted on August 17, 2010 by

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. Continue reading →

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50 Excellent Public Health Videos on YouTube

Posted on August 5, 2010 by

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. Continue reading →

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Top 10 Public Health Disasters of the 20th Century

Posted on July 9, 2010 by

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 now are prevented, and other diseases still do not have a cure nor a vaccine. The top ten public health disasters during the 20th century include all those issues, and are listed below in alphabetical order. Continue reading →

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17 Intriguing Infographics About Global Health

Posted on June 16, 2010 by

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 graphic is portrayed. Simple graphics, such as maps based upon statistics, often provide the easiest way to view information. But, as you’ll see form the 17 intriguing infographics about global health listed below, some artists may go overboard in their comparisons and images. Continue reading →

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