Feature Precision health’s tantalizing promise for changing outcomes As the tools of precision medicine spread, how will they combine with population research? By Carrie Arnold February 14, 2023
Research The future of contraception? A new investigational product may open the door to male hormonal birth control. By Amy Roeder February 14, 2023
Opinion Public health needs to reform—here’s the way forward The U.S.’s failed pandemic response stems from the field’s longstanding elitism. By Jesse Bump February 13, 2023
Feature New gun deaths data in U.S. show continued rise in suicides Gun control policies aimed at stopping mass shootings could also prevent a less visible tragedy: suicide. By Maura Kelly February 1, 2023
Ideas Public health’s COVID crossroads A lot fell through the cracks during the COVID-19 pandemic, but one doctor argues we have a clear way forward. By K.J. Seung January 11, 2023
Ideas If Dry January feels, well, dry—try “Damp” January instead A month of mindful drinking is a good way to reset for the sober curious, says a pediatrician. But total abstinence isn’t necessary for good health. By Christine Mehta January 5, 2023
From the editor The best public health books and journalism of 2022 A selection of the year’s best from award-winning journalists and writers. And a few of our staff favorites. By Christine Mehta December 14, 2022
Opinion Lung cancer kills 130,000 Americans a year—but screening is rare With an early diagnosis lung cancer is no longer a death sentence. Annual screening could save almost 25,000 lives. By Upal Basu Roy November 21, 2022
Opinion Five public health reasons to vote in the midterms Your vote on Tuesday is good for democracy and your health, says Zoe Siegel. By Zoe Siegel November 1, 2022