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About this episode: In addition to making you feel a bit jetlagged, the semiannual practice of moving our clocks forward and back can have health impacts. And while many Americans agree that we should "lock the clock," there's a growing debate about ... more

About this episode: Headlines about an alleged sexual assault at Cornell University provide a devastating reminder of how common sexual violence is in the U.S., particularly among high school and college students. In this episode: Michele Decker, who... more

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About this episode: We promise this episode won't put you to sleep. Adam Milam is a cardiothoracic anesthesiologist with a PhD in public health who leverages this unique background to improve the quality of care for his patients inside the operating ... more

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About this episode: Kratom is an imported leaf containing opioid-like psychoactive compounds that can be found at your local convenience store or online. Recently linked to the deaths of two college students, the product sits at the intersection of b... more

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Recent Guests

Michele Decker
Bloomberg Professor of American Health and founder and director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Global Women's Health and Gender Equity
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Episode: How Can We Respond Better to Sexual Violence?
Adam Milam
Cardiothoracic anesthesiologist and professor of anesthesiology
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Episode: Public Health and… Anesthesiology?
G. Caleb Alexander
Internal medicine physician and co-director of the Center for Drug Safety and Effectiveness
Center for Drug Safety and Effectiveness
Episode: Kratom, the Opioid-Like Drug Available at Your Gas Station
Sandro Galea
Physician, population health scientist, dean, and author
Andrew M. and Jane M. Bursky School of Public Health
Episode: Why Health?
Federico Vaca
Physician and professor of emergency medicine at the UC Irvine School of Medicine
UC Irvine School of Medicine
Episode: Utah's .05 Legal Blood Alcohol Limit is Saving Lives
Emily Haroz
Associate professor and researcher supporting data analysis
Bloomberg School of Public Health; Center for Indigenous Health
Episode: Youth Suicide Prevention on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation
Novalene Alsenay Goklish
Assistant scientist overseeing Celebrating Life day-to-day operations
White Mountain Apache Tribe; Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health
Episode: Youth Suicide Prevention on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation
Tom Burke
Former EPA Chief Scientist, led research and development at EPA under Obama administration
Environmental Protection Agency
Episode: Change at the EPA
Tamar Haspel
Washington Post food policy columnist
The Washington Post
Episode: The Case For Not Eating Lettuce

Hosts

Lindsay Smith-Rogers
Host of Public Health On Call (co-hosts and leads discussions with guests on public health topics)
Stephanie Desmon
Co-host/Interviewer, conducts interviews and facilitates discussions
Joshua Sharfstein
Host of the series; former FDA official, expert on peptides

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 950 ratings
  • Critical message for our time

    "Peace Building in a Polarized Public Health Landscape" has one of the most important messages I've heard in recent years. Thank you for this episode - please give it a listen and share widely!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RockiesGuy19
    United Statesa year ago
  • Where are you right now?

    I’ve loved this show for years, and I am concerned about so much of our federally funded public health infrastructure being gutted from this administration. If this isn’t the #1 public health topic in this country right now then I’d really like an explanation about why

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    packerssotospeak
    United States2 years ago
  • Posted All Three Episodes at Once!

    Didn’t have to wait for subsequent episodes about oximeter defects and analysis of reasons why this has occurred. So smart. I have learned so much good science and policies from this podcast. Best practices in public healthcare always presented.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    trying2Brational
    United States2 years ago
  • Great topical and timely resource!

    I stumbled upon it and I have been hooked ever since. I look forward to hearing every single episode and I always come away with more knowledge, greater understanding, and more inspiration. Public Health On Call should be on the “reading list” of anyone who is remotely interested in public health and any person who cares about people, animals, and planetary health! Could not recommend it more! 👏🫶🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BeaSpada
    United States2 years ago
  • Thank you

    For all the great info AND the tip about the Zoom play: Enemy of the People

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ginagina Smith
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some critical reviews note political angles in certain episodes
Guest diversity is strong but some episodes polarize opinions
High-quality science-backed discussions with expert guests
Strong storytelling and clear explanations of complex issues
Timely topics with practical insights for public health work

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Talking Points

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Utah's .05 Legal Blood Alcohol Limit is Saving Lives
Q: Why haven't other states followed?
Vaca says policy change takes time and depends on research, state political cultures, political will, policy champions, and whether the proposal resonates with the public.
Utah's .05 Legal Blood Alcohol Limit is Saving Lives
Q: What did you find?
The research found substantial reductions in alcohol-related fatal crashes in Utah and reductions in neighboring states, although the neighboring-state results were not statistically significant.
Kratom, the Opioid-Like Drug Available at Your Gas Station
Q: What's your advice to anyone that might be curious about kratom?
People considering chronic kratom use for symptom relief should consult a clinician. Alexander recommends FDA-approved treatments for opioid use disorder and established care for depression and anxiety, and advises evaluating online information carefully.
Kratom, the Opioid-Like Drug Available at Your Gas Station
Q: What are the side effects or harms?
Kratom can cause dependence, cravings, tolerance and opioid-like withdrawal. Reported serious harms include neonatal abstinence symptoms, seizures and liver injury; deaths have also been associated with kratom, though other drugs are often involved and its precise role can be difficult to establish.
Why Health?
Q: Where does politics fit alongside science and values?
Galea distinguishes public health's inherently political work of shaping society from partisan electoral politics, and says policy decisions should consider science, values, faith, dignity, and joy.

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What is Public Health On Call about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners are drawn to science-grounded public health conversations featuring researchers, clinicians, and policy experts. Episodes highlight vaccine impact, health policy, regulatory issues, and real-world public health challenges, often with actionable takeaways for practitioners, organizations, and decision-makers. A notable edge is the focus on storytelling, ethics, and practical implications of policy and health interventions, making complex topics accessible for professionals who need to translate research into action. The show often surfaces expert perspectives from Johns Hopkins and other leading institutions, with episodes that balance rigorous analysis and real-world relevance, which can be especially valuable for PRs, sponsors, a... more

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2. Adam Milam
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5. Federico Vaca
6. Emily Haroz
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