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Old myths, new myths: Challenging myths in public health

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  • Viehbeck, S.M.
  • Petticrew, M.
  • Cummins, S.

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Myths are widely held beliefs and are frequently perpetuated through telling and retelling. We examined 10 myths in public health research and practice. Where possible, we traced their origins, interrogated their current framing in relation to the evidence, and offered possible alternative ways of thinking about them. These myths focus on the nature of public health and public health interventions, and the nature of evidence in public health. Although myths may have some value, they should not be privileged in an evidence-informed public health context. © 2014 American Public Health Association Inc.

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  • Viehbeck, S.M. & Petticrew, M. & Cummins, S., 2015. "Old myths, new myths: Challenging myths in public health," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 105(4), pages 665-669.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:10.2105/ajph.2014.302433_3
    DOI: 10.2105/AJPH.2014.302433
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