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January 19, 2025
SPH This Week.
Latest News, Research, and More
Q&A
Following the first US human and domestic cat deaths from H5N1, David Hamer and Jessica Leibler weigh in on what the US should be doing to minimize the rapidly growing threat of avian flu in the year ahead. Read more.
REFLECTIONThe events also coincide with the culmination of a week-long celebration of the life of President Jimmy Carter. Whether one views these co-occurring occasions as signs of hope or despair, now is the time to turn to their words for solace and guidance, writes Yvette Cozier, associate dean for diversity, equity, inclusion & justice. Read more. |
SCHOOL NEWSMarcia Pescador Jimenez, with support from the Department of Epidemiology, launched the Latino Epidemiology Alliance Development (LEAD) initiative, offering a two-week-long summer research intensive and internship opportunities for Latino graduate students and early-career researchers to increase Latino representation in epidemiology. Read more. |
RESEARCH
A new study led by Justin White found that an Oakland, Calif. law requiring cigarette prices to increase to a minimum of $8 per pack led to a decline in sales, suggesting that these "minimum floor price laws" could complement tobacco taxation to reduce smoking rates. Learn more.
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It is hard to know what to expect tomorrow when the nameplates outside the office doors change. But we will be looking.
MICHAEL STEIN
DEAN AD INTERIM, ON THE UNCERTAINTY SURROUNDING THE SECOND TRUMP AGENDA
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PUBLIC HEALTH POST
Following the implementation of a strict abortion ban in Texas, there was a 12.9-percent rise in infant deaths across the state, writes PHP fellow Jude Sleiman. Read more.
FREE ASSOCIATIONS PODCASTIn an expansive, thought-provoking discussion ahead of the pivotal changes in Washington, DC, Free Associations hosts Matthew Fox, Jessica Leibler, and guest host Michael Stein discuss the role of advocacy and activism in public health and the changing views on the role of public health in society. Listen to the podcast. |
PUBLIC HEALTH POSTJamila Michener, associate professor at Cornell University and a recent speaker at a December SPH Public Health Conversation on health equity, speaks with PHP fellow Lia Musumeci about her work at the intersection of health policy, political engagement, and community empowerment. Read more. |
In the Media.
BOSTON GLOBE
Mentions research by Justin White, associate professor of health law, policy & management.
HEALTH
Quotes Monica Wang, associate professor of community health sciences.
NEW YORK TIMES
Quotes Alexa Beiser, professor of biostatistics.
QUARTZ
Quotes David Jernigan, professor of health law, policy & management.
BOSTON GLOBE
Quotes Sarah Lipson, associate professor of health law, policy & management.
NEWSWEEK
Quotes David Rosenbloom, emeritus professor of health law, policy & management.
MASSLIVE
Quotes Alan Sager, professor of health law, policy & management.
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