Public Health for the Post–COVID-19 Public

Public health reforms must integrate trust-building mechanisms with community engagement, addressing perceptions of politicization.
Key principles aim to restore faith in public health initiatives among populations wary of government intervention.
Advocacy for transparency and accountability in public health systems can help bridge gaps between communities and governing bodies.
Emphasizing trust is critical for effective public health strategies in a changing political landscape.

This Viewpoint proposes 4 principles for a new approach to public health that addresses distrust in the current politicized landscape in the US.

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