In this second episode of our two-part series on trade and economics, Plugged into Public Health host Lauren Lavin continues her conversation with Dr. Anne Villamil, professor of economics at the University of Iowa Tippie College of Business.
Dr. Villamil breaks down what tariffs really mean, such as who pays for them, how they influence industries like manufacturing and agriculture, and why trade wars can have lasting effects on local communities. She also explains how tariffs tie into larger issues like global competition with China, inequality in the U.S., and the challenge of making sound policy in a changing world.
This episode offers a clear, accessible look at how economics, politics, and public health intersect, and why thoughtful trade policy matters for everyone.
A transcript of this episode will be available here soon.
Have a question for our podcast crew or an idea for an episode? You can email them at CPH-GradAmbassador@uiowa.edu
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In this second episode of our two-part series on trade and economics, Plugged into Public Health host Lauren Lavin continues her conversation with Dr. Anne Villamil, professor of economics at the University of Iowa Tippie College of Business.
Dr. Villamil breaks down what tariffs really mean, such as who pays for them, how they influence industries like manufacturing and agriculture, and why trade wars can have lasting effects on local communities. She also explains how tariffs tie into larger issues like global competition with China, inequality in the U.S., and the challenge of making sound policy in a changing world.
This episode offers a clear, accessible look at how economics, politics, and public health intersect, and why thoughtful trade policy matters for everyone.
A transcript of this episode will be available here soon.
Have a question for our podcast crew or an idea for an episode? You can email them at CPH-GradAmbassador@uiowa.edu
You can also support Plugged in to Public Health by sharing this episode and others with your friends, colleagues, and social networks.
#publichealth #globaltrade #tariffs #trade #internationaltrade #economics #politics #policies #tradewars #healthcare
Tylenol & Pain in Pregnancy - Following the Evidence with Dr. Julie Vignato
University of Iowa College of Public Health
30 minutes 4 seconds
1 month ago
Tylenol & Pain in Pregnancy - Following the Evidence with Dr. Julie Vignato
Pregnancy pain is common, often dismissed, and rarely easy to manage. At the same time, recent headlines have stirred anxiety by suggesting that acetaminophen (Tylenol) use in pregnancy may be linked to autism. These claims spread quickly online, leaving many parents-to-be with more questions than answers.
In this episode of Plugged into Public Health, host Lauren Lavin talks with Dr. Julie Vignato, assistant professor at the University of Iowa College of Nursing and a leading researcher on pain in pregnancy. Dr. Vignato brings both professional expertise and personal insight as a mother, helping us unpack what the science actually says, where misinformation creeps in, and how healthcare providers and public health communicators can share clearer messages.
Topics discussed include:
-Why pregnancy pain is too often under-treated and misunderstood
-What the evidence shows about acetaminophen and NSAIDs during pregnancy
-How a large Swedish “sibling study” helps rule out Tylenol as a cause of autism
-The role of maternal guilt, stigma, and communication in shaping these conversations
-Practical advice for both pregnant people and healthcare providers navigating pain management
-How to identify trustworthy evidence and avoid misinformation online
Resources mentioned in this episode:
-Swedish sibling study on acetaminophen and autism: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2817406
-Cochrane Library – Plain language reviews: https://www.cochrane.org/evidence
-Dr. Vignato’s study on OTC pain relievers during pregnancy: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2817406
A transcript of this episode will be available here soon.
Have a question for our podcast crew or an idea for an episode? You can email them at CPH-GradAmbassador@uiowa.edu
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#publichealth #pregnancy #autism #pain #painmanagement #healthcare #acetaminophen #NSAIDs #maternalhealth #evidence #misinformation
University of Iowa College of Public Health
In this second episode of our two-part series on trade and economics, Plugged into Public Health host Lauren Lavin continues her conversation with Dr. Anne Villamil, professor of economics at the University of Iowa Tippie College of Business.
Dr. Villamil breaks down what tariffs really mean, such as who pays for them, how they influence industries like manufacturing and agriculture, and why trade wars can have lasting effects on local communities. She also explains how tariffs tie into larger issues like global competition with China, inequality in the U.S., and the challenge of making sound policy in a changing world.
This episode offers a clear, accessible look at how economics, politics, and public health intersect, and why thoughtful trade policy matters for everyone.
A transcript of this episode will be available here soon.
Have a question for our podcast crew or an idea for an episode? You can email them at CPH-GradAmbassador@uiowa.edu
You can also support Plugged in to Public Health by sharing this episode and others with your friends, colleagues, and social networks.
#publichealth #globaltrade #tariffs #trade #internationaltrade #economics #politics #policies #tradewars #healthcare
