Public Health Insight

Food Deserts, How Many Drinks Are Too Many, & 13 Years Old Too Young For Social Media


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The Public Health Insight Podcast delves into the latest news and trends shaping the way we think about public health and the world around us. In this episode, we have a fantastic lineup of intriguing topics that are sure to get you thinking. 

◼️ First up, we discussed the concept of food deserts and how they can impact our health. 

◼️ Next, we spoke about Canada's new drinking guidelines and whether or not they're taking into account the potential social benefits of alcohol. 

◼️ Finally, we shared our thoughts on concerns raised by the Surgeon General of the United States regarding the potential health risks associated with social media use in young people.


Articles Covered

◼️ Are you living in a food desert? These maps suggest it can make a big difference to your health (The Conversation)

◼️ Canada's new drinking guidelines don't consider the social benefits of alcohol. But should they? (The Conversation)

◼️ Surgeon General says 13 is 'too early' to join social media (CNN)


Podcast Hosts

◼️ Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®
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Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®


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