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Public health is a multidisciplinary field that focuses on the promotion and protection of health and well-being in society. Our Research Topics explore the crucial role that public health research has in reducing disparities in healthcare access and outcomes, improving overall population health, and responding to public health emergencies.

The following Research Topics are led by experts in their field and contribute to the scientific understanding of public health. These Research topics are published in the peer-reviewed journal Frontiers in Public Health, as open access articles.

Research Topics

Frontiers' Research Topics are peer-reviewed article collections around cutting-edge research themes.
Learn more about how Research topics work.

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Ultra-Processed Foods: Impacts on Diet Quality, Health, Consumer Behavior, and Food Systems

The increasing consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) is reshaping global dietary patterns, with significant implications for diet quality, diversity, sustainability, and health.

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Governing AI in Public Health: Legal, Ethical, and Policy Considerations

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in public health is driving transformative advancements in disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Volunteers and foresters with young trees for reforestation in the forest

Addressing Climate-Related System Disruptions: Public Health Vulnerabilities and Adaptation Strategies

The field of climate-related system failures and public health vulnerabilities has gained significant attention over the past decade, particularly following the insights of the late climate scholar Anthony McMichael.

Asian older aged man doing physiotherapist with support from nurse. Senior elderly male sitting on sofa in living room using dumbbells workout exercise for patient with caregiver in nursing care.

Caregiving for Older Adults in Rural and Underserved Communities

The field of caregiving for older adults in rural and underserved communities is increasingly gaining attention due to the global trend of population aging and the rise

One anxious young black woman feeling worry. Stressed African American latina adult girl suffering from mental distress at home

Multidimensional Approaches to Suicide Prevention: Innovations, Challenges, and Future Directions

Suicide remains a critical global public health issue, with approximately 703,000 people worldwide dying by suicide each year,

closeup of woman smoking e-cigarette and enjoying smoke. Copy space

What Are the Best Policy Solutions to Control the Use of E-Cigarettes (Vaping) Around the World?

Globally, there is growing concern about the potential risks associated with e-cigarette use (vaping), including short and long-term health risks

Aerial view of coal power plant high pipes with black smoke moving up polluting atmosphere at sunrise.

Interconnected Impacts: Climate Change, Biodiversity Loss, and Respiratory Health

The escalating impacts of human activities on the environment, particularly evident through climate change and biodiversity loss, present urgent challenges for global health.

Crowds of people wave gay pride flags at a solidarity march

Public Health Innovations Inspired by Transgender Day of Visibility

Transgender visibility, is essential for promoting awareness and acceptance, thereby improving the societal and health challenges faced by transgender individuals

Genomic FiSci

Leveraging Real-Time Genomic Surveillance to Combat Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Resistance

This Research Topics aims to study real-time genomic surveillance for enhanced control of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance

An elderly senior with an oxygen mask in quarantine

The Formal and Informal Workforce for a Global Aging Population

The increased demands upon formal and informal care support for the large and rapid growth in global aging is one of the world’s greatest unmet needs.

Happy Middle Aged Man with Disabilities Using Wheelchair Receiving a Charity Meal from a Humanitarian Aid Food Bank. Volunteers Helping People in Need in Local Community.

World AIDS Day 2024: Take the Rights Path

World AIDS Day, celebrated on December 1st, was established in 1988 to raise awareness about AIDS and honor those who have passed away from the disease.

child drinking while having healthy breakfast at home in the morning

Exploring Socio-Cultural Factors in Human Nutrition: The Importance of Multidimensional Approaches.

Nutritional anthropology has continuously expanded our understanding of how socio-cultural transformations influence human food practices and nutritional health.

Group of activists is protesting outdoors - Crowd demonstrating against global warming and plastic pollution, concepts about green ecology and environmental sustainability

Climate Change Impact on Workplace Exposures: Spotlight on Chemicals and Biological Agents

Climate change and the consequent changes of the environmental conditions bring several challenges to public and occupational health services.

A female scientist controls the operation of devices for laboratory research. Modern laboratory technologies. Medical research centrifuge.

Non-Ionizing Radiation: Impacts on Human Health from Exposures in Occupational Settings

Radiation is a form of energy emitted as waves or particles, and it can be categorized into ionizing and non-ionizing types, each with distinct impacts on human health and the environment.

Close up hands of asian senior elderly woman with parkinson's disease symptom, hand numbness, finger lock, hand pain. Mental health and elderly care concept

The Intersection of Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases Across the Lifespan: Implications and Applications for Global Health

The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the complex and intertwined relationship between communicable diseases (CDs) and non-communicable diseases (NCDs)...

Headache, pain and woman with headphones of sofa tired, exhausted and trying to relax. Stress, fatigue and black woman listening to music at home streaming song, track and radio for stress relief

Advancements and Optimization of Evidence-Based Approaches in Pain Management

Pain management is a critical field within healthcare, addressing a pervasive and often debilitating issue that affects millions worldwide.

Female doctor and senior patient using digital tablet in clinic office

Digital Technologies in Chronic Disease Management: Strategies for Enhanced Prevention

Population aging and the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases are catalyzing a fundamental transformation in public health systems.

Hispanic teen girl school college student distance learning waving hand studying with online teacher on laptop screen. Elearning zoom video call, videoconference class with tutor. Over shoulder view.

Digital Health Literacy as a Pathway to Better Mental Well-being

Digital health literacy is emerging as a crucial skill in navigating the vast landscape of health information technology and its applications in mental health.

Disabled Teenager Yoga At Home

Sports, Nutrition, and Public Health: Analyzing their Interconnected Impacts

Advancing the field of public health, this Research Topic explores the critical intersection between physical activity, sports participation, nutrition, and overall health outcomes.

Clothes which belong to refugees drying on a fence, right on the borderline that splits Greece from the Republic of Macedonia, at the makeshift refugee camp of Idomeni in northern Greece.

Global Health and Warfare: Assessing the Broad Impacts of Conflict on Public Health

In contemporary wars, international conventions are regularly violated, for example, the number of civilians who are victims of wars is vastly greater than the number of military personnel.

Buyer wearing a protective mask.Shopping during the pandemic quarantine.Nonperishable smart purchased household pantry groceries preparation.Woman buying few pasta packages.Budget pastas and noodles.

Ultra-Processed Foods: Impacts on Diet Quality, Health, Consumer Behavior, and Food Systems

The increasing consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) is reshaping global dietary patterns, with significant implications for diet quality, diversity, sustainability, and health.

Research integrity_Meeting_reframed

Governing AI in Public Health: Legal, Ethical, and Policy Considerations

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in public health is driving transformative advancements in disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Volunteers and foresters with young trees for reforestation in the forest

Addressing Climate-Related System Disruptions: Public Health Vulnerabilities and Adaptation Strategies

The field of climate-related system failures and public health vulnerabilities has gained significant attention over the past decade, particularly following the insights of the late climate scholar Anthony McMichael.

Asian older aged man doing physiotherapist with support from nurse. Senior elderly male sitting on sofa in living room using dumbbells workout exercise for patient with caregiver in nursing care.

Caregiving for Older Adults in Rural and Underserved Communities

The field of caregiving for older adults in rural and underserved communities is increasingly gaining attention due to the global trend of population aging and the rise

One anxious young black woman feeling worry. Stressed African American latina adult girl suffering from mental distress at home

Multidimensional Approaches to Suicide Prevention: Innovations, Challenges, and Future Directions

Suicide remains a critical global public health issue, with approximately 703,000 people worldwide dying by suicide each year,

closeup of woman smoking e-cigarette and enjoying smoke. Copy space

What Are the Best Policy Solutions to Control the Use of E-Cigarettes (Vaping) Around the World?

Globally, there is growing concern about the potential risks associated with e-cigarette use (vaping), including short and long-term health risks

Aerial view of coal power plant high pipes with black smoke moving up polluting atmosphere at sunrise.

Interconnected Impacts: Climate Change, Biodiversity Loss, and Respiratory Health

The escalating impacts of human activities on the environment, particularly evident through climate change and biodiversity loss, present urgent challenges for global health.

Crowds of people wave gay pride flags at a solidarity march

Public Health Innovations Inspired by Transgender Day of Visibility

Transgender visibility, is essential for promoting awareness and acceptance, thereby improving the societal and health challenges faced by transgender individuals

Genomic FiSci

Leveraging Real-Time Genomic Surveillance to Combat Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Resistance

This Research Topics aims to study real-time genomic surveillance for enhanced control of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance

An elderly senior with an oxygen mask in quarantine

The Formal and Informal Workforce for a Global Aging Population

The increased demands upon formal and informal care support for the large and rapid growth in global aging is one of the world’s greatest unmet needs.

Happy Middle Aged Man with Disabilities Using Wheelchair Receiving a Charity Meal from a Humanitarian Aid Food Bank. Volunteers Helping People in Need in Local Community.

World AIDS Day 2024: Take the Rights Path

World AIDS Day, celebrated on December 1st, was established in 1988 to raise awareness about AIDS and honor those who have passed away from the disease.

child drinking while having healthy breakfast at home in the morning

Exploring Socio-Cultural Factors in Human Nutrition: The Importance of Multidimensional Approaches.

Nutritional anthropology has continuously expanded our understanding of how socio-cultural transformations influence human food practices and nutritional health.

Group of activists is protesting outdoors - Crowd demonstrating against global warming and plastic pollution, concepts about green ecology and environmental sustainability

Climate Change Impact on Workplace Exposures: Spotlight on Chemicals and Biological Agents

Climate change and the consequent changes of the environmental conditions bring several challenges to public and occupational health services.

A female scientist controls the operation of devices for laboratory research. Modern laboratory technologies. Medical research centrifuge.

Non-Ionizing Radiation: Impacts on Human Health from Exposures in Occupational Settings

Radiation is a form of energy emitted as waves or particles, and it can be categorized into ionizing and non-ionizing types, each with distinct impacts on human health and the environment.

Close up hands of asian senior elderly woman with parkinson's disease symptom, hand numbness, finger lock, hand pain. Mental health and elderly care concept

The Intersection of Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases Across the Lifespan: Implications and Applications for Global Health

The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the complex and intertwined relationship between communicable diseases (CDs) and non-communicable diseases (NCDs)...

Headache, pain and woman with headphones of sofa tired, exhausted and trying to relax. Stress, fatigue and black woman listening to music at home streaming song, track and radio for stress relief

Advancements and Optimization of Evidence-Based Approaches in Pain Management

Pain management is a critical field within healthcare, addressing a pervasive and often debilitating issue that affects millions worldwide.

Female doctor and senior patient using digital tablet in clinic office

Digital Technologies in Chronic Disease Management: Strategies for Enhanced Prevention

Population aging and the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases are catalyzing a fundamental transformation in public health systems.

Hispanic teen girl school college student distance learning waving hand studying with online teacher on laptop screen. Elearning zoom video call, videoconference class with tutor. Over shoulder view.

Digital Health Literacy as a Pathway to Better Mental Well-being

Digital health literacy is emerging as a crucial skill in navigating the vast landscape of health information technology and its applications in mental health.

Disabled Teenager Yoga At Home

Sports, Nutrition, and Public Health: Analyzing their Interconnected Impacts

Advancing the field of public health, this Research Topic explores the critical intersection between physical activity, sports participation, nutrition, and overall health outcomes.

Clothes which belong to refugees drying on a fence, right on the borderline that splits Greece from the Republic of Macedonia, at the makeshift refugee camp of Idomeni in northern Greece.

Global Health and Warfare: Assessing the Broad Impacts of Conflict on Public Health

In contemporary wars, international conventions are regularly violated, for example, the number of civilians who are victims of wars is vastly greater than the number of military personnel.