Local Spaces, Public Health

Exploring how place-based out-of-home media can drive meaningful improvements in public health, education, and community well-being.

What Are The Top Platforms For Point-of-Care Advertising in Healthcare Settings?
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

What Are The Top Platforms For Point-of-Care Advertising in Healthcare Settings?

Point-of-care advertising reaches patients in healthcare settings during moments of heightened health awareness—when they're most receptive to relevant information. Unlike traditional media channels, these environments capture a captive audience actively thinking about symptoms, treatments, and wellness decisions. PlaceBased's point-of-care network delivers contextually relevant messaging through strategically positioned digital displays, connecting healthcare brands with engaged patients at the precise moment it matters most.

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LGBTQ+ Marketing & Advertising in Local Communities
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

LGBTQ+ Marketing & Advertising in Local Communities

LGBTQ+ marketing solutions require more than visibility — they demand authenticity, cultural understanding, and meaningful placement. Today’s LGBTQ+ audiences are highly engaged, values-driven, and quick to spot inauthentic outreach. This guide explores effective LGBTQ+ marketing strategies, inclusive media placements, and place-based advertising solutions that help brands connect respectfully and impactfully across diverse LGBTQ+ communities.

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Vaping Prevention Ad Campaigns: Using Out-of-Home Advertising at Schools for Public Health Education
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Vaping Prevention Ad Campaigns: Using Out-of-Home Advertising at Schools for Public Health Education

The rise of e-cigarettes among young people has become one of the most pressing public health challenges of our time. With sleek designs and aggressive marketing, vaping companies have successfully cultivated a new generation of nicotine users—many of whom mistakenly believe these products are harmless.

In response, schools are turning to a proven strategy: out-of-home advertising. Unlike digital ads that can be skipped or blocked, physical signage in hallways, near athletic fields, and at bus stops demands attention. This passive exposure builds awareness over time, while signaling that the institution and surrounding community take the issue seriously.

The most effective campaigns share key characteristics. They prioritize authenticity over scare tactics, knowing that today's students can spot manipulative messaging instantly. They feature peer voices and relatable imagery rather than obvious stock photography. And perhaps most importantly, they reframe the conversation around corporate manipulation—appealing to teenagers' desire for independence by positioning resistance to vaping as an act of defiance rather than mere compliance with adult rules.

Physical advertising works best when integrated into comprehensive prevention programs. A poster alone won't change behavior, but the same poster reinforcing lessons from health class and peer education creates a coherent ecosystem of support.

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988 Promotions: A Complete Guide to Promoting the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

988 Promotions: A Complete Guide to Promoting the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

The launch of 988 as the national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline represents a critical step forward in making mental health support accessible to everyone in America. However, awareness is key to saving lives. That's where 988 promotions come in—strategic marketing and outreach efforts designed to ensure people know about this vital resource when they need it most.

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Political Advertising: How DOOH Is Reshaping Political Advocacy Marketing
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Political Advertising: How DOOH Is Reshaping Political Advocacy Marketing

Political advertising has evolved beyond TV commercials and mailers. Today's most effective campaigns reach voters in the real-world spaces where they live their daily lives—grocery stores, pharmacies, community centers, and health clinics. Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) advertising has become essential for political campaigns and advocacy groups, delivering 73% consumer favorability and 48% message recall—far exceeding traditional formats.

With political OOH spending quadrupling since 2020 and 76% of viewers taking action after seeing DOOH ads, this medium combines precision targeting with community trust. From voter mobilization to legislative advocacy, DOOH reaches diverse populations across 300+ markets with measurable impact. Learn how political organizations are using community-based DOOH to shape public opinion, drive turnout, and create lasting civic change in our comprehensive guide.

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Advertising in Bars with Indoor Ads: A Complete Guide to Reaching Your Target Audience
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Advertising in Bars with Indoor Ads: A Complete Guide to Reaching Your Target Audience

Discover why advertising in bars with indoor ads is one of the most effective ways to reach engaged consumers. Learn about coaster advertising, branded coasters, digital displays, restroom ads, and other high-impact indoor advertising formats that capture attention during extended dwell times. From cost considerations to best practices, this complete guide shows you how to leverage bar advertising to drive brand awareness and customer conversions.

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How Colleges & Universities Can Use OOH Advertising in High Schools to Boost Student Recruitment in 2025
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

How Colleges & Universities Can Use OOH Advertising in High Schools to Boost Student Recruitment in 2025

Colleges and universities are facing more competition than ever, and reaching Gen Z early is now essential for successful enrollment marketing. One of the most effective and overlooked strategies is Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising placed directly inside high schools. From digital screens to posters and standees, high school OOH allows universities to engage students where they spend the most time — boosting brand awareness, driving program interest, and increasing college recruitment results across key feeder markets.

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Native American Advertising: The Complete Guide to Marketing in Tribal Communities and Reservations
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

Native American Advertising: The Complete Guide to Marketing in Tribal Communities and Reservations

For decades, Native American communities have been either invisible in mainstream advertising or reduced to harmful stereotypes. Yet with 9.79 million American Indians and Alaska Natives across 574 federally recognized tribes, this demographic represents a significant and underserved market opportunity.

Place-based out-of-home (OOH) advertising offers a culturally respectful approach to reaching Native communities where they live, work, and gather. From Indian Health Service facilities serving 2.2 million patients to tribal casinos generating $35 billion annually, strategic OOH placements deliver exceptional results—88% of adults notice OOH ads, with an impressive $5.97 return for every dollar spent.

This comprehensive guide explores effective Native American advertising strategies across IHS locations, tribal casinos, reservation convenience stores, and community centers. Learn best practices for cultural authenticity, partnership with tribal leadership, and campaigns that address real community needs while building long-term relationships that transcend transactional marketing.

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POC Advertising for Oncology Patients: How Point-of-Care Campaigns Improve Education, Support, and Outcomes
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

POC Advertising for Oncology Patients: How Point-of-Care Campaigns Improve Education, Support, and Outcomes

Point-of-care (POC) advertising in oncology clinics offers one of the most effective ways to reach cancer patients and caregivers with timely, relevant, and supportive health information. From infusion-center screens to exam-room posters, learn how these targeted campaigns improve understanding, boost adherence, and transform the cancer-care journey.

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The Power of Senior Center Advertising: Reaching Older Adults Where They Gather
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

The Power of Senior Center Advertising: Reaching Older Adults Where They Gather

Senior centers have become one of the most trusted touchpoints for engaging older adults with health, safety, and community messaging. Discover why place-based advertising in these community hubs delivers authenticity, extended engagement, and results that traditional channels can't match—and learn which campaigns thrive in these trusted environments.

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What Do You Mean by Public Health?
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

What Do You Mean by Public Health?

Every time you buckle your seatbelt, drink fluoridated tap water, or walk past a "no smoking" sign, you're experiencing public health in action. Yet if someone asked you to define public health, you might struggle to find the words.

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How Digital Out-of-Home Advertising Supports Social Determinants of Health
Cody Cagnina Cody Cagnina

How Digital Out-of-Home Advertising Supports Social Determinants of Health

Public health outcomes aren’t shaped only by what happens inside hospitals — they’re shaped by where people live, work, learn, and socialize. These are known as the social determinants of health (SDOH): the everyday conditions that influence wellbeing, from access to nutritious food and transportation to education and community support.

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