Category: Public Health

Antibiotic Resistance: A Growing Threat and the Search for New Solutions

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria pose a significant threat to public health due to antibiotic overuse, causing millions of infections and thousands of deaths annually. Innovative treatments, including combination therapies and new agents like silver nanoparticles, may enhance effectiveness against resistant strains, thereby preserving antibiotic efficacy and improving patient outcomes in future healthcare.… Read More Antibiotic Resistance: A Growing Threat and the Search for New Solutions

Sebastian TorresLeave a comment

The War on Drugs: A Failed Strategy and the Path Forward

For decades, the so-called “War on Drugs” has been driven by punitive policies that not only fail to protect society but have also led to devastating public health consequences and entrenched racial and social inequalities. Drawing on insights from voices such as Dr. Carmen Albizu García and supported by a growing body in interdisciplinary research,… Read More The War on Drugs: A Failed Strategy and the Path Forward

Janlouis Rodríguez-Figueroa, MPHLeave a comment

The Impact of Microplastics on Public Health

This article was published on Arbona Health Hub Volume 2 Issue 1 (ISSN: 3065-5544). Environmental pollution, particularly ocean pollution, remains a relatively overlooked yet critically important global issue. Oceans are essential for the sustenance of human, animal, and plant life. However, they are increasingly threatened by a range of anthropogenic activities—including domestic, industrial, agricultural, and… Read More The Impact of Microplastics on Public Health

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A Look into America’s Struggle with Healthcare Access and Insurance Coverage

This article was published on Arbona Health Hub Volume 1 Issue 2 (ISSN: 3065-5544). I thought it would be interesting to dive into the current state of insurance practices in the United States and the resounding negative sentiments toward the US healthcare system. With the United States spending the most per capita on healthcare and… Read More A Look into America’s Struggle with Healthcare Access and Insurance Coverage

Avery ArsenaultLeave a comment

Curious About Circadian Rhythms? Discover How They Impact Brain Performance

The article covers circadian rhythms and their impact on productivity, emphasizing the importance of a healthy sleep-wake cycle. It discusses the influence of circadian rhythms on bodily functions, productivity, and overall well-being. The content also provides practical tips for optimizing circadian rhythms, backed by scientific research.… Read More Curious About Circadian Rhythms? Discover How They Impact Brain Performance

Héctor G. Cancel-AsencioLeave a comment

Looking Into the Rapid Aging of Puerto Rico’s Population

This article was published on Arbona Health Hub Volume 1 Issue 1 (ISSN: 3065-5544). Hello! During the past week I came across a publication titled “Aging and the Left Behind: Puerto Rico and Its Unconventional Rapid Aging” (Matos-Moreno, 2022). It was a very insightful read for me and I felt it necessary to share this… Read More Looking Into the Rapid Aging of Puerto Rico’s Population

Marcel A. de Jesús Vega1 Comment

Private Equity: The Increased Commercialization of Healthcare

This article was published on Arbona Health Hub Volume 1 Issue 1 (ISSN: 3065-5544). Private equity (PE) ownership has been a growing trend in the healthcare industry, raising questions about its implications for patient care and the healthcare system as a whole. Private equity in healthcare is a form of for-profit ownership of hospitals/medical centers/nursing… Read More Private Equity: The Increased Commercialization of Healthcare

Avery Arsenault1 Comment

The Hurdles With Accessible Mental Health Care

Background The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA), passed in 2008 by Congress, is considered a major victory for access to mental health and substance use disorder treatment (MH/SUD). The law requires commercial health plans to provide mental health and substance use treatment “no more restrictive” than coverage for all other physical health/medical/surgical… Read More The Hurdles With Accessible Mental Health Care

Avery ArsenaultLeave a comment