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Why public health needs creative and arts-based futures thinking

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Global crises like climate change, unregulated technologies, inequality, and mental health struggles are creating fear and uncertainty. This article shows how creative foresight - using arts, imagination, and participation - can help communities, particularly those previously left out, envision fairer futures, build hope, strengthen trust, and take collective action for public health.

Source: Perspectives in Public Health

DOI: 10.1177/17579139261430638

Authors: C Velez, E Guichenal, G Dimitropoulos, SN Iyer

Institutions: Douglas Mental Health University Institute, McGill University, University of Calgary

Language: English

Topic: Public Health Policies and Education

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,900