Social Media and the Spread of COVID-19 Misinformation
Social media platforms have transformed how people access and share information. During the COVID-19 pandemic, this transformation became a double-edged ...
Household Behavior Changes During the Pandemic
Global disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic drastically altered household behavior across all socioeconomic segments. Family routines, spending patterns, digital ...
Health Infrastructure in Uruguay, Preparedness and Gaps
Uruguay, a small South American nation known for its high literacy rate and strong democratic values, has developed a health ...
The Legal and Ethical Implications of COVID-19 Measures
Government responses to COVID-19 shaped public life across the globe. New laws, emergency powers, and healthcare mandates affected civil liberties, ...
COVID-19 and Public Trust in Uruguayan Institutions
The COVID-19 pandemic created global disruptions, yet Uruguay emerged as a noteworthy example of effective governance. A relatively small country ...
The Role of Open Data in Public Health Research
Public health research relies heavily on accurate and accessible data to inform policies, track disease trends, and evaluate interventions. Open ...
Data Visualization Tools for Public Policy Decision-Making
Public policy decisions often involve analyzing large volumes of complex data. Effective decision-making requires clarity, precision, and evidence-based interpretations. Data ...
How the WHO Guidelines Were Applied Locally in Uruguay
Implementation of global health policies often presents unique challenges at the national and local levels. Uruguay provides an instructive example ...
Behavioral Science in Pandemic Policy Design
Behavioral science plays a critical role in shaping effective pandemic policy. Understanding human behavior helps authorities craft strategies that are ...
How Political Ideology Influenced Public Health Attitudes
Public health responses have always been shaped by multiple factors, but political ideology has played a particularly significant role in ...
Methods and Data Access Unit, Innovation in Social Sciences Research
The Methods and Data Access Unit (UMAD), located within the Faculty of Social Sciences, stands as a specialized hub dedicated ...
Challenges of Accessing Real-Time Health Data in Latin America
Limited access to real-time health data in Latin America presents significant challenges for healthcare systems, policymakers, and citizens. Real-time data ...