Research on protecting and improving the health of whole populations. Covers disease surveillance, health policy, vaccination, health behavior, and pandemic preparedness.
Exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation reduces hospital admissions by a third and heart attack risk by more than a quarter, with long-term benefits and cost-effectiveness. Digital programmes can be just as effective as traditional centre-based services, making rehabilitation more accessible.
A national study finds that over half of US adults have experienced physical violence and nearly half have experienced sexual violence, with stark disparities in who experiences violence and its link to economic hardship, mental health, and substance use. The study highlights the need for a broader strategy to prevent violence, address...
A study by the University of California, Davis, estimates that each ton of carbon dioxide emitted in 2025 costs $41 in lost productivity, with heat stress affecting workers in highly populated areas. The study lends strong support for a social cost of carbon value of $200, highlighting the need for climate policy analysis.
Iron deficiency affects an estimated 10 million adults in the US and 2 billion people worldwide, with up to 70% of cases missed among high-risk populations. ASH's new guidelines provide higher ferritin thresholds to help clinicians identify iron deficiency earlier and more accurately.
Researchers at Tulane University have developed a diagnostic platform that can identify the precise species of bacteria causing NTM lung disease infections within four hours. The platform, called CANDI, uses mucus from the lungs and other respiratory fluids to test for up to 15 clinically relevant species and subspecies of NTM bacteria.
Researchers are evaluating the health and economic consequences of subpar buprenorphine dosing among Medicaid-covered pregnant women to improve maternal and infant outcomes. Data suggest that up to 90% of pregnant women require higher doses of buprenorphine.
Researchers call for health-literate AI to design and govern AI-mediated health communication, ensuring people can understand what matters, make informed decisions, and know what to do next. The framework proposes four principles: comprehension, agency, accountability, and proportionality.
College students who engage with sports content online are no more likely to participate in real-world physical activity, according to a SeoulTech study. The research suggests that YouTube sports content could be improved to encourage viewers to engage in sustained physical activity with practical features.
Researchers found a strong link between daytime air pollution and nighttime coughing levels, even when pollution levels were below the WHO's recommended daily exposure limit. The dataset, which analyzed cough sounds from 32 cities in 12 countries, suggests that air pollution may be a contributing factor to respiratory issues.
A new FAU study pinpoints non-fatal overdose hotspots in Palm Beach County, revealing associations between overdose locations and built-environment features. Outdoor overdoses were more likely to occur near gas stations, major transportation corridors, and in non-residential areas, with housing instability emerging as a strong factor.
The Pasteur Network has extended its membership to the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS), allowing for a broader range of collaborations and expertise. The expanded membership opens up opportunities for INRS researchers to contribute to global health initiatives and advance scientific knowledge.
Experts warn that proposed UN reforms will weaken global commitments to gender equality and undermine decades of progress on maternal health and gender-based violence. The CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy has launched a special collection examining threats to sexual and reproductive health and rights.
Researchers developed a statistical SERS strategy to turn signal fluctuations into concentration fingerprints, enabling more reliable ultrasensitive quantitation. By analyzing the full continuous SERS intensity distribution, the team achieved 100% identification accuracy across diverse chemical and biological applications.
Oben Health's AI-enabled platform brings preventive care to underserved communities through trusted community spaces. Malama Health's digital maternal health mobile app also receives recognition for its impact on maternal health outcomes.
Researchers found that exosomes from people with shingles pain caused nerve cells to remain inflamed and transmit pain signals even after the virus clears the body. This discovery opens the door to new approaches for predicting, preventing, and treating post-herpetic neuralgia.
Researchers analyzed 40,000 industrial plants and 5,000 U.S. House elections to find that firms in Democratic districts have lower emissions due to increased inspections and enforcement actions. This reallocation had potential financial impacts for firms and public health concerns for local communities.
Researchers at the University of Connecticut found that people with excessive visceral fat around their organs are more vulnerable to the harmful effects of ultrafine particulate air pollution. Using HEPA filters can help mitigate this risk, especially for those with high waist circumference.
A new immunization, nirsevimab, has been shown to provide strong protection against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in infants, reducing hospitalizations and ICU admissions by 97% and 79%, respectively. Most infants with RSV infection were otherwise healthy, highlighting the value of a universal approach to RSV prevention.
The commission, composed of 30 global experts, aims to assess and strengthen the value of academic institutions to society, build public trust, and support their contributions to society. The group will analyze foundation and implications of academic responsibility and provide actionable recommendations.
A new study reanalysed data from eight randomised trials on mammography screening, finding overdiagnosis to be less than 5%. The researchers suggest that previous high estimates of overdiagnosis were based on incomplete evidence and taken out of context.
The European Society of Endocrinology is urging policy action to address a widening gap between care demand and workforce capacity. The endocrine workforce faces significant stress, burnout, and limited time for research, threatening timely and high-quality care.
A Korea University study found that an mRNA-based influenza vaccine elicits a more diverse and broader serum antibody repertoire than traditional vaccines. This leads to greater binding and neutralizing breadth against diverse influenza strains, suggesting potential for broader, longer-lasting protection.
A Finnish study found that remote workers sleep 15 minutes longer and spend 45 minutes more sitting and lying down than office workers. This increase in sedentary behavior is attributed to less standing and increased sitting in a home setting.
A new framework proposes 'movement span' as a third dimension of aging beyond life span and health span. Movement span is defined as the duration of life during which an individual can move with confidence, responsiveness, and adaptive control.
A new survey found that 82% of U.S. adults know the best defense against mosquito-borne diseases is preventing mosquito bites and controlling mosquitoes. However, knowledge about the proper use of insect repellent remains low, with many unsure about the correct application order with sunscreen.
Andi Jilling is leading two USDA-funded projects to identify threats to healthy soil and protect it for farms and consumers. Her research focuses on understanding how to manage soils to support climate-resilient ecosystems, with a particular emphasis on the impacts of climate change on soil carbon and nutrient availability.
Researchers at Wayne State University will investigate how air pollution levels in Detroit accelerate biological aging and impact metabolic and cognitive health. Preliminary studies show that BTEX exposure impairs cognitive function and metabolic health in preclinical models.
A PSU study reveals how individuals navigate, survive, and attempt to exit homelessness in Multnomah County. The study highlights the importance of supportive relationships and opportunities in overcoming homelessness.
Eric Vejerano's NSF-funded project will explain how sunscreens form persistent free radicals, how long they last, and how seawater affects their behavior. The goal is to develop safer sunscreen formulations that protect people and marine ecosystems.
A new study finds that Medicaid ACOs in Massachusetts improved maternal healthcare quality and equity by incorporating maternal metrics and initiatives, but faced challenges in meeting metrics and implementing new initiatives. The researchers offer recommendations to overcome barriers in maternal healthcare delivery.
A new study implemented in Berkeley, Calif. supermarkets, drug stores, and mass-market retailers in 2021 found a link between a healthy checkout ordinance and a notable decrease in soda sales overall and small-package candy in supermarkets. The study also found that greater enforcement of the policy is essential for sustained public he...
The Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) has published a resource to help hospitals develop business cases for diagnostic stewardship, which can improve patient outcomes, strengthen quality metrics, and reduce healthcare costs. The resource provides financial models for five high-impact interventions, estimating $2.5 m...
A new study suggests that a fondness for well-known fast-food and sugar-sweetened beverage brands can predict poorer diet quality, even among those who rate these brands as unhealthy. The research found that participants who liked fast-food brands not only consumed more fat and sugar but also tended to perceive those brands as healthier.
A nationwide birth cohort study found that negative feelings about pregnancy are associated with child developmental delays, while social support reduces risks. Mothers who reported 'no specific feelings' when learning of their pregnancy had the strongest association with developmental delays, highlighting the importance of identifying...
According to the Annenberg Public Policy Center survey, Americans' confidence in Dr. Anthony Fauci has declined to 50% since spring 2026, with a 5 percentage point decrease from 55% in April 2026. However, Fauci still maintains higher confidence than Kennedy, the secretary of health and human services, with a 12 percentage point gap.
A global virus atlas has been created by mapping RNA viruses in 102 cities worldwide, identifying nearly 55,000 different types, 80% of which were unknown to science. This data can be used for biological risk assessment, crime scene investigations, and environmental monitoring, providing a unique viral fingerprint for each location.
A new study estimates that 45%–55% of governments misreported COVID mortality, with underreporting common than overreporting. Countries with stronger institutional checks and balances show less underreporting, emphasizing the importance of verification in protecting the reliability of official information.
Legionnaire's disease incidence in the US has increased over the last two decades, primarily driven by rising temperatures, precipitation, and road traffic exposure. The study suggests that warming temperatures and increased exposure to the soil-dwelling Legionella bacteria are likely contributing factors to this increase.
A Simon Fraser University study found that police drug seizures without arrest increased by 2.5-4.1% during BC's first year of decriminalization, with participants who experienced seizures being three times more likely to experience a non-fatal overdose. The study analyzed data from 490 participants and suggests that decriminalization ...
The article highlights the need for governance addressing the needs of historically marginalized populations to mitigate AI deployment risks. The authors recommend equity impact assessments, transparency, and sustained investment for AI in public health to protect underserved communities.
Researchers discovered a unique system C. diff uses to sense and respond to host-mediated nutrient deprivation and a microbiota-produced antibiotic compound. Bacitracin, produced by the gut commensal bacterium Bacillus licheniformis, inhibits symptoms and eliminates the pathogen in a mouse model.
Even low levels of nighttime light exposure can lead to structural changes in the heart, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Researchers analyzed data from 11,017 participants and found that those exposed to higher levels of light saw a thickening of the heart's walls and reduced flexibility during a heartbeat.
Researchers mapped 61 dementia risk factors to show individual motivation and behavior change may not be enough to prevent dementia. Social and environmental influences like education, housing, and healthcare access play a crucial role in brain health.
A new economic valuation tool, HAUS, links environmental features to health outcomes and their associated economic costs, supporting healthier urban development choices and reducing disease incidence. The tool has been adopted by local authorities and is being used to make informed investment and planning decisions.
A new study reveals a seasonal pattern in community-acquired acute kidney injury in Japan, with incidence peaking in summer and a larger seasonal increase among those aged 19 years and younger. The study highlights the importance of summer prevention strategies.
Vitamin E and CBD common in vaping devices can soften lung surfactant, which aids breathing, at high concentrations, according to a new study from the University of Kansas. The study suggests that vaping could potentially hurt lung function, particularly in adolescents whose lungs are still developing.
Researchers at the University of Osaka have identified a previously unknown mechanism that allows the bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae to export the antibiotic fosfomycin. The discovery provides new clues to drug resistance and could lead to the development of more effective treatments for bacterial infections.
A new study suggests that international tax and redistribution measures could generate enough resources to substantially improve health outcomes in low-income countries. The study estimates that wealth redistribution policies could avert between 6.6 and 29.5 million deaths by 2030.
Denmark's unique approach to prenatal care, including universal syphilis screening, has led to zero congenital syphilis cases since 2016. The study found nearly 100% screening coverage and a stable trend in syphilis infections, but no increase in congenital syphilis cases, indicating a well-functioning healthcare system.
A community-adapted brain health program in Kikuyo Town, Japan, has achieved significant improvements in attention scores and dietary balance among older adults. The 24-week program, combining aerobic exercise, cognitive exercises, and lifestyle guidance, resulted in high attendance rates and positive feedback.
People with unresolved health concerns may experience invisible work to maintain productivity and stability, while uncertainty can unsettle taken-for-granted assumptions about the body, identity, and routines. The study highlights the importance of workplace and relational support in managing health uncertainty.
Enterovirus infections in children can lead to severe diseases, and current vaccines only cover certain serotypes. The review highlights the need for further research to expand preventive and therapeutic options. Rapid viral evolution complicates disease diagnosis and treatment.
A new study found that laws requiring notification of dense breast tissue led to modest increases in follow-up imaging tests, while insurance mandates had a significant impact, increasing ultrasound use four times. This study examined the influence of notification laws and insurance coverage independently.
Elementary school teachers reported a significant increase in student hunger and anxiety after the federal universal free school meals policy ended. The study, published in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, found that the policy helped reduce student hunger and family stress, but its expiration was associated with decrea...
Researchers found that 78% of children's toys in the El Paso-Ciudad Juárez region contain at least one toxic element, with nickel being the most common cause of allergic reactions. The study, led by the University of Texas at El Paso, highlights the need for harmonized safety standards and better labeling to protect children from poten...
Researchers analyzed 8.1 million emergency department visits to identify the most at-risk patients during heat waves, offering a near-real-time opportunity to implement protective measures. The study suggests that delays in identifying those most at-risk are no longer necessary, and timely evidence is increasingly essential for effecti...
Despite declining confidence in CDC, FDA, and NIH, Americans' confidence in their own healthcare providers remains high. A recent survey found that 87% of respondents trust their doctor or nurse to provide trustworthy information about public health, while confidence in these agencies has declined to 59-64%.
Researchers investigate how consumers incorporate dollar stores into their household food purchases and explore health concerns surrounding the proliferation of dollar stores. The study aims to develop educational resources and tools to help consumers stretch their food budget and maintain a nutritious diet utilizing dollar stores.
A new University of Oklahoma study examines whether targeted social media messages can increase parents' knowledge and help them take action to prevent teen vaping. The research aims to give parents the information and tools they need to recognize vaping and help prevent its use with their children.
A new study from the University of Copenhagen and Nordsjællands Hospital found a 75% reduction in hospital admissions among infants aged 0-5 months in Denmark following the rollout of an RSV vaccine for pregnant women. This significant decline suggests that the vaccine is effective in reducing the burden of severe RSV disease.