In observance of National Poetry Month, enjoy this collection of original poems written by HPP authors. Topics ranging from grief to anti-racism are discussed.
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Many young people in the United States lack the exposure, confidence, and skills needed to use public transportation independently. ATX KIDS CLUB, a nonprofit in Austin, Texas addresses this gap by integrating daily public transit use into its summer camp experience.
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Researchers conducted a content analysis on wellness efforts for college athletes in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), Big 10 Conference, Big 12 Conference, and Southeastern Conference (SEC), also known as the NCAA “Power 4” institutions.
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Do you have innovative #healthpromotion or #healthequity work to share? Submit your work to the Practice Notes department of the Health Promotion Practice Journal!
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The Integrated Knowledge, Dissemination, and Action Framework combines the Knowledge to Action Framework and Brownson’s Model for Dissemination of Research to guide the dissemination, practice, and institutionalization of health information in community settings.
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The HPP Journal celebrates National Minority Health Month!
Black sexual minority men face higher HIV & STI rates — community trust is the missing piece.
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Researchers explored explore how rural parents interpret vaccine promotion message components, including text, images, and sponsorships, and design their own messages to provide insights for public health
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Thousands of children are injured or killed annually in pedestrian accidents. Researchers evaluated the effectiveness of the 3D RoadPlay Set, designed to promote safety knowledge through tactile, play-based learning.
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Researchers examined the feasibility and effectiveness of a pediatric emergency department (PED)-based intervention aimed at promoting safe sleep practices by providing caregivers with home-delivered cribs and sleep sacks.
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Researchers conducted a case study of the CalFresh Fruit and Vegetable EBT Pilot Project, which enables SNAP recipients to earn a dollar-for-dollar rebate, up to $60 per month, on fresh fruits and vegetables purchased at participating vendor locations.
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In observance of National Minority Health Month, enjoy this collection highlighting the disparities minorities face in public health. Topics ranging from postpartum to mental health are discussed.
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People with HIV are at increased risk for lung cancer, but lung cancer screenings are understudied in this population. Researchers conducted a mixed-methods evaluation of the implementation of a shared decision-making aid to improve lung cancer screening knowledge.
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During pregnancy, women are at higher risk of oral health complications. The Midwifery Initiated Oral Health (MIOH) evidence-based online training program is designed to provide midwives with practical skills required to promote oral health.
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Researchers describe how user-centered design methodologies were used to optimize an online workplace health-promotion initiative called BeUpstanding, to promote program sustainability.
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This week we explore racial disparities in Pap smear content on TikTok — what users see, what they don’t, and why it matters for health equity and cervical cancer prevention.
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Guided by empowerment-theory, The Violence as a Health Disparity workgroup held two think tanks to gather academic and community members to discuss research, lived experiences, and community-based and driven solutions for gun violence impacting North Carolina.
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In 2023, the New York State Department of Health supported 58 local health departments in a statewide initiative focused on built environment improvements using the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Active Communities Tool and action planning guide.
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Are you a health educator looking for CHES of MCHES credits? Earn them from the comfort of your favorite reading nook with designated articles in the Health Promotion Practice Journal! Visit SOPHE Association to find out more!
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Short visit times, personal exercise practices, and lack of knowledge are cited as factors for omitting exercise counseling in health care appointments. To combat these barriers, researchers examined using GPT-3.5 to generate exercise recommendations for patients.
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New research highlights how community‑driven health promotion strategies can strengthen equity and improve outcomes across diverse populations. Worth a read for anyone advancing public health practice.
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While QR codes are a simple tool, they hold significant potential for improving public health communication. QR codes can be leveraged in public health practice for program promotion, evaluation sharing, and community resource accessibility.
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Did you know that The Health Promotion Journal publishes short format articles grounded in #healthpromotion practice and #policy? It does in its Resources, Frameworks, and Perspectives department!
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Researchers developed a digital toolkit for adolescents and young adults about Explanation of Benefits claim documents. It includes educational materials, social media prompts, and other resources to help users make informed decisions about their health care needs.
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Poetry for the Public’s Health (@HealthPromPractice) is hosting 4 seasonal poetry workshops & community gatherings in 2026.
📅 Mar 18 | Jun 17 | Sep 16 | Dec 16
🕛 12–1:15 PT / 3–4:15 ET
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A qualitative study examined factors influencing Vietnamese American young adults’ decisions to receive elective vaccines, including HPV, Hep B, flu, and COVID-19.
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The HPP Podcast: Dr. Alvin Tran reflects on bringing students to the SOPHE 2025 Annual Conference—sharing insights on mentorship, student experiences, and tips for first-time attendees.
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Researchers developed a web-based app called OurChild, which provides culturally and linguistically adapted early childhood mental health and development resources for Chinese American immigrant families in New York City.
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The Disseminating for Action Planning Guide (DAPG) is a step-by-step dissemination planning guide designed to aid public health practitioners in overcoming barriers to disseminating evidence-based health promotion strategies.
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