Publications Analysis of the Efficacy of Alcohol Industry-Sponsored Drink-Driving Campaigns Vital Strategies' research reveals that alcohol industry-sponsored drink-driving campaigns are fundamentally misaligned with best practices for reducing drink-driving related and road traffic crashes.
Publications Perspectives of syringe services program operators in Michigan on their relationship with substance use treatment: a qualitative study This research explores how SUT providers responded to expanded harm reduction programming from the perspectives of syringe services program (SSP) operators in Michigan.
Campaigns Vietnam – Road Safety – Never Drink and Drive This 2025 Vietnam enforcement-focused PSA conveys the consequences of drink driving, showing a near-crash and emphasizing that even a small amount of alcohol can impair driving ability, leading to hefty fines or license suspension.
Technical Guides Messaging Recommendations for Effective Road Safety Campaigns: Lessons From Formative Research This research summary presents findings from formative studies examining drivers’ responses to road safety television advertisements. Read the messaging recommendations for effective campaigns curbing …
Publications Prescribing Psychostimulants for the Treatment of Stimulant Use Disorder: Navigating the Federal Legal Landscape In this commentary, we review the federal legal landscape regarding the prescription of psychostimulants for StUD and recommend strategies for increasing the utilization of this promising approach.
Publications Enforcement of COTPA in India- current status, challenges and solutions In India, the strictest enforcement of COTPA is critical to reduce the burden of tobacco. The MoHFW, besides amending COTPA at the earliest, should specifically focus on adopting the proposed outcome-oriented strategies.
Publications Tobacco-free generation: reflecting on progress globally and its potential feasibility in India This paper defines TFG, reviews its international developments and explores the feasibility of the TFG policy approach in India, considering the country’s federal governance structure with health as a state responsibility, within a national policy framework.
Publications A post-pandemic snapshot of the magnitude of COVID-19 in Brazil: A countrywide study This study aims to outline the features of COVID-19 and its lasting effects in Brazil through a telephone survey that represents the entire population.
Campaigns Ghana – Road Safety – Know and Follow the Speed Limits This 2024 public service announcement (PSA) from Ghana focuses on the critical issue of speeding by advising drivers to know and follow the posted speed limits.
Publications Vital Strategies Staff-Authored Research Publications—2025 Our staff regularly publish peer-reviewed research that informs policy, strengthens health systems, and advances solutions to some of the world’s most pressing health challenges. Here is a selection of research articles authored or co-authored by our team in 2025. These publications reflect our global reach and commitment to data-driven, equitable public health.