This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • In this story from IDR, Dr. Abhay Bang discusses the negatives effects of alcohol and tobacco, in terms of both poverty and public health. • What…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Chelsea Conaboy reports that social isolation is a growing health risk, especially for baby boomers who are getting older and have medical conditions that require care and…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Nathaniel Weixiel reports that the opioid crisis in the U.S. has taken a devastating toll on Americans, but legislators need to consider the effects of this crisis…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Leila Hessini shares four strategies that advocates have developed to the on again off agiain global gag rule that impedes women’s health and rights around the world. …
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Carolyn Crist reports that a study shows that meal deliveries, particularly tailored meal deliveries, reduced healthcare costs for seniors. • How can philanthropy help to ensure the continuation…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Jeremy Farrar argues that companies like Achaogen need early support and investment to develop a viable path for new antibiotics. • How can funders and investors work to…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • As links between climate change to global health issues become apparent, more doctors and nurses are taking action to address the problem. • The author lists…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The Aspen Institute profiles the work of Amanda Lindamood, a trauma survivor who has been a leader in sexual violence prevention and responses. • What can we…
Giving Compass’ Take: • On this episode of the Climate One podcast, the debate over genetically modified organisms (GMOs) is aired, with a representative from Monsanto defending the agrotechnology, while…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • A new study from the University of Washington reveals that the deep political divides which perpetuate partisan attitudes about immigration have seriously impacted immigrants’ health. •…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Jenny Gold shares the story of John Evard, a senior who became addicted to prescribed opioids. Evard is one of many seniors facing addiction, although most opioid concern is over…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • In this story from Global Citizen, author Leah Rodriguez discusses a recent report from the Guardian which suggests that handing out condoms in schools reduces sexually…