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Communication is a vital aspect of public health, and an important part of our work here at Rollins. Our news center highlights new research, presents findings in accessible ways, and communicates faculty expertise on headline topics.
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Rollins, WABE Program “Health Wanted” Picked Up by National Distribution Network
Health Wanted, a weekly public health program collaboration between WABE and Rollins School of Public Health, is now available for distribution to public radio stations nationwide through a partnership with Pulitzer Prize-winning public media organization, PRX.
Opioid Monitoring Programs Linked to Increased Pain Reports in Older Adults, Study Finds
A new study shows that state policies requiring clinicians to check prescription drug monitoring databases before prescribing opioid pain relievers may be associated with increased pain among older adults
ACIP Changed Hepatitis B Birth Dose Recommendations. Now What?
The ACIP voted today not to universally recommend the hepatitis B vaccine at birth for babies born to mothers who tested negative for hepatitis B. This is a major change to U.S. vaccine recommendations.
Health Wanted: Health Insurance
Host Laurel Bristow gives an abridged explanation of health insurance in the U.S.
New Study Finds Significant Mental Health Care Gaps for Childhood Cancer Survivors
Childhood cancer survivors are not receiving the mental health care they need, according to a new study.
Delaying the Hep B Vaccine Will Hurt Our Health (and Our Wallets)
ACIP will vote on delaying the newborn dose of hepatitis B vaccine this week, which could have far-reaching consequences.
Study Finds Telemedicine Dramatically Improves Coverage of HIV Prevention Medication
A new study led by researchers at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health estimates that nearly 20% of U.S. residents who use pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention received their medication via telemedicine in 2024.
DrPH Concentrations Address Real-World Problems, Encourage Connection
Rollins has introduced the Applied AI and Data Translation and Leadership for Public Health Policy concentration to its fully online DrPH program, as well as two new concentration leads: Sarah Blake and Ramesh Manyam.
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Health Wanted brings you each week’s need-to-know public health headlines and breaks down the science behind trending topics. Host Laurel Bristow, MSc, draws on her experience as an infectious disease researcher and epidemiologist to cover everything from Ozempic to the ozone, interviewing experts and answering your questions, all in pursuit of better health. Listen every Friday at 1 p.m. EST or stream wherever you get your podcasts.
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