Publications A new tool for evaluating health equity in academic journals; the Diversity Factor This article argues that the current approach to evaluating a journal's impact does not speak to a researcher’s contribution to furthering health outcomes for all populations. The article proposes the implementation of a Diversity Factor to fulfill this need and supplement the current metrics.
Campaigns Mexico City – Road Safety – To Save Lives The Mexico City government launched this campaign to encourage motorcyclists to respect speed limits. It shows how driving at the speed limit can make the difference between life and death.
Fact Sheets The Role of Mass Media Campaigns in Reducing Traffic Crashes and How to Establish Sustainable Funding Mechanisms for Campaigns This Fact Sheet shows how increased investment in road safety mass media campaigns can help save lives when paired with highly visible and enhanced enforcement.
Fact Sheets Information about Over the Counter Naloxone This resource answers common questions about over-the-counter (OTC) naloxone such as which naloxone products were approved for over-the-counter use, when and where OTC naloxone will be available, how much OTC naloxone will cost, and how states can ensure widespread access to this lifesaving medication.
Publications Lessons From Rapid Mortality Surveillance This report summarizes local views on the key success factors and barriers to establishing rapid mortality surveillance in 13 countries supported in these efforts by Vital Strategies in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fact Sheets Publications Opioid Settlement Funds: State-Level Guides for Community Advocates These guides reveal how each state in the U.S. will receive and allocate opioid settlement funds.
Annual Reports 2022 Year in Review: Behind the Numbers In Vital Strategies’ 2022 Annual Report, we take you "Behind the Numbers" of our work, to show you the multi-pronged strategies we use to address the drivers of some of the greatest health crises of our time.
Ukraine – Tobacco Control – Water pipes This national public health campaign supports smoke-free implementation and counters industry efforts to keep hookah bars open using “small business” economic exception arguments.
Brazil – Road Safety – In a Blink of an Eye In this testimonial from Recife, Brazil, Miguel shares his story of surviving a car crash and emphasizes that road safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Campaigns China – Tobacco Control – Dream Guardian The ‘Children’ video was developed in partnership with the China Federation of Radio and Television Associations (CFRTA).