A recent blog post from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation discusses that protecting public health data is essential not just for health outcomes, but for preserving democratic accountability and trust. The piece outlines how accurate, transparent public health data allows communities, especially those historically underserved, to hold systems accountable, make informed decisions, and advocate for needed resources. It also warns that rolling back data collection or limiting access to public-health data threatens both equity and the public’s ability to respond effectively during health crises.

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