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“We don’t trust you!”: Reflections on the Senate Homeland Security Committee Hearing with Dr. Anthony Fauci on Wednesday, 29 July 2026, and Why So Many Americans Are Turning “Anti-Vax”

Rob Shafer, PhD, argues that rising anti-vaccine sentiment reflects a broader collapse of public trust in scientific and government institutions, driven by perceptions that leaders violated the public’s trust during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Understanding Leaky Gut: A Student’s Introduction to an Emerging Public Health Concern

Leaky gut syndrome, or increased intestinal permeability, occurs when the intestinal barrier becomes less effective at preventing bacteria and toxins from entering the bloodstream, potentially contributing to chronic inflammation. Research suggests it may be associated with obesity, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune conditions, and gastrointestinal disorders, although its role in causing these conditions is still being studied. Older adults may be particularly

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Strengthening Rural Communities for Improved Population Health

Value and Impact of Public Health Accreditation

Rural health systems are operating under sustained pressures, including workforce shortages, thin margins, limited resources, fragmented services, increased utilization and safety net needs, and widening care gaps. Addressing these complex issues requires practical, scalable solutions that strengthen systems, improve coordination, and expand access to care. PHAB partners with rural hospitals, health departments, clinics, and community-based organizations to build regional coalitions

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Who’s Leading DrPH Programs? And Why More Program Faculty Should Hold a DrPH

Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) programs are designed to prepare graduates to become leaders in public health, tackling real-world challenges, and improving the health of the communities they serve. Programs cover an expansive array of subjects such as epidemiology, biostatistics, health policy and equity, leadership, environmental health, women’s health, implementation science and more. The DrPH is distinct from both the

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