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How Public Health could be different



E-cigarettes / vaping could have health / addiction risks

Sugarcane burning could end in Florida

Seed oils could lead to inflammation / heart disease / liver damage / health issues / obesity / deforestation

Antibacterial soaps could be harmful / banned

Antibiotics could be handed out too much / overprescribed

Synthetic drugs could be legalized, regulated, made safer, and/or have public awareness campaigns

Ice machines could be easier to clean

Loneliness / isolation / mental health could be screened for in healthcare

A friendly caller / visitor program could help with loneliness

Public health campaigns could address citizen concerns / provide clear information

Nicotine in cigarettes could be reduced to nonaddictive levels

Subway / metro air quality could be improved

Ashtrays could be shaped like lungs

Telementoring / telemedicine could help underserved communities access quality healthcare

Diagnostic testing for infectious diseases could be distributed and processed quickly and safely with clear public guidance

Scientific evidence could be produced by independent scientists

Tech companies could remove hate speech and wildly untrue content

Water fountains could talk

Walking groups could inspire better health, healing, and organizing

Patient ambassadors could spread helpful health information and services

Aquarium coral could be dangerous

Community health workers / entrepreneurs / mentors could improve health outcomes

Sex work could be decriminalized

Breast cancer could be seen as an environmental public health issue

School buses could be retrofitted or become zero-emission vehicles

Exercise could include community building, progress charting, and variety of workout routines

Nutritional education, weekly groceries, and peer circles could change eating habits

Diet pills and other dubious health products could not be promoted on social media

Vaccinations could need booster shots

Food systems could be mapped out

The revolving door / regulatory capture between government and industry could be fixed

Cigarette packaging could be plain and have graphic images

More trees could be planted

Government economic incentives could increase the availability of healthy food

Communities and schools could have gardens and/or food forests

Mobile produce trucks could bring fresh fruits and vegetables to neighborhoods

Healthy food / nutrition tips could be delivered to people

Less salt, saturated fat, artificial additives, and sugar could be added to food

Healthy foods could be subsidized in the food stamp program

Low income patients could get virtual access to specialist care

Vitamins / supplements could be regulated for safe ingredients

A sugar or soda tax could reduce obesity and diabetes

Sugary drinks could be sold in smaller containers

Juice boxes / sports drinks with less sugar could be available

Free health clinics / counseling could be available

Tech companies could take into account user well-being

Laundry pods could be banned or have more safety features

Lithium could be added to tap water

Health literacy could be increased

The healthcare system could provide better counseling and treatment to obese patients

Barber shops / beauty, hair, nail salons could distribute public health information

Asbestos could be banned for use

Research could be communicated and organized in easy-to-read formats

STD testing could be at home

Students could be able to see at school

Post office employees could deliver services for the elderly, disabled, new mothers, or mentally ill

Vaping could have more industry regulations

Health practitioners could be trained in offering Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives

Eating could be mindful, intuitive, and enjoyable

Brominated Vegetable Oil (BVO) could be removed from sodas

Doctors could prescribe opioid pain pills on a limited basis

New parents could receive a baby box

An iron fish / cast iron cookware / vitamin C could help alleviate anemia

Unopened, unexpired medications could be provided to patients in need

Mobile showers and toilets could be provided to the homeless

Parents and parents-to-be could receive calls or text messages to promote maternal and child health

Cleaning products, laundry detergents, deodorants/antiperspirants, toothpaste, and air fresheners could be free from harmful chemicals

Group exercises and stretching could be used by schools, communities, and organizations

A new global patent structure could modify the WTO TRIPS agreement

rBST, rBGH, and artificial growth hormones could be banned from use with cows

The use of antibiotics in raising livestock / fish could be reduced or banned

Positive deviance could be used to produce beneficial behavioral change and outcomes

Progressive soap operas, reality TV shows, and other shows could be used to boost human rights / public health / child development

MIcro-enriched fertilizers could have benefits for plants, animals and humans

A monorail with recumbent bicycles could be a public transportation mode

Employers could be required to offer sick days