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Emerging issues at the intersection of environment, public health and wellness.
From the mental health crisis and climate-driven disease to personalized wellness — a living journal of what is shaping human and planetary health right now.
Dr. Lisa Biala
Editor in Chief · Environmental & Public Health
Now in Focus
Emerging Issues
The mental health crisis
Shifting from reactive care to proactive prevention, making workplace mental health a priority, and the rise of youth-led advocacy and digital engagement.
Climate change and health
Stronger pollution regulation, community education on contamination, sustainable resource use, and preparedness for the next pandemic.
Non-communicable diseases, redrawn
Rising NCD rates among younger populations, persistent health inequities, and the case for tighter integration with infectious disease management.
Emerging Public Health Issues
Three fronts shaping community wellbeing right now.
From reactive care to prevention
Workplaces are making mental health a priority and a new
Stronger rules for air, water and soil
Expanding community education on contamination, advocating at the local and
Closing the equity gap
Rising NCD rates in younger populations demand better integration with
Also in the field
Emerging Wellness Trends
How wellness is changing.
Personalized Wellness
Wearables, health apps and biomarker data are tailoring nutrition, fitness and sleep routines to the individual.
Mental Well-being Integration
Stress management, mindfulness and emotional resilience now sit alongside physical health, not behind it.
Digital Health & Telewellness
Virtual fitness, wellness coaching and app-based support are making expert guidance more accessible than ever.
Holistic Health Approaches
The combined impact of nutrition, movement, sleep and social connection is replacing single-metric thinking.
Preventive Lifestyle Choices
Early screening, healthy routines and sustainable self-care are becoming central to long-term wellness.
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