A new study from epidemiologists at Brown examines the efficiency of different naloxone distribution methods to reduce health inequities and save lives.
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By reporting noise levels across the city, Brown's Community Noise Lab is aiding local community members who are working to build awareness, action on the public health consequences of excessive noise exposure.
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Real-Time Health Communication
In the age of pandemics and misinformation, questions of how and when public health researchers should communicate their findings and influence public policy, grow in importance. One group at the School of Public Health has found new ways to translate public health research into action.
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Meeting the Moment
In tackling monkeypox head on, Brown faculty members bypass the ivory tower in favor of the streets.
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An opinion piece by Abdullah Shihipar, research associate at the People, Place and Health Collective, William Goedel, assistant professor of epidemiology and Abigail Cartus, postdoctoral research associate in epidemiology.
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US overdose deaths may be peaking, but experts are wary
Those few states, which have had some of the nation’s the highest overdose death rates, appear to be at the root of the national improvement this year, said Brandon Marshall, a Brown University public health researcher who tracks overdose trends.
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Drug Interactions, Adverse Events, and Alert Fatigue
New research supported by the National Institute on Aging will study the effects of multiple medications on older adults with the aim of reducing harms and improving efficiency.
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Deepening its economic impact and commitment to supporting construction careers for local residents, Brown signed a labor agreement with the Rhode Island Building and Construction Trades Council and Building Futures.
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A research team led by scholars from Brown University found higher death rates among people in prisons without air conditioning compared to those in climate-controlled institutions.
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Summit explores pathways to end childhood lead poisoning in Rhode Island
‘Prevention’ was the implicit theme of the 2022 Summit to End Childhood Lead Poisoning, which took place Friday, September 30, in Providence, Rhode Island. The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the RI Office of the Attorney General sponsored the event, which brought together thought leaders across government and academia in order to curb cases of lead poisoning in the state.
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Congratulations to Jorge Ledesma, a member of our third year cohort, for the recent publication of this paper!
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Brown scholars from a variety of departments and perspectives offered key facts and insights on the persisting public health emergency.
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In this op-ed, Brown University Professor of Epidemiology Brandon Marshall, Assistant Professor of Epidemiology Alexandra Collins and Research Associate in Public Health Abdullah Shihipar make the case that opioid settlement funding provides a critical opportunity to turn the tide on overdose deaths. They urge policymakers across the nation to support opening overdose prevention centers as part of a comprehensive and evidence-based response to the crisis.
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As a research assistant in the Brown Community Noise Lab, Nina Lee has spent years monitoring noise levels across New England, advocating for environmental justice every step of the way.
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Kim Cobb, who joined the University in July as director of the Institute at Brown for Environment and Society, described how scholars and communities can work together to mitigate the effects of climate change.
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As communities confront the persistent presence of chemical pollutants, Joseph Braun, an associate professor of epidemiology, discusses new research findings and what individuals can do to decrease their exposure.
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Alexandria Macmadu awarded Brown University Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship
Recent graduate of epidemiology doctoral program awarded prestigious postdoctoral fellowship at Brown University.
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Mira Nikolova and Abdullah Shihipar, who respectively earned a Ph.D. and master’s from Brown in 2020, will return to campus to address their fellow alumni during a dedicated Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 28.
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Max Krieger awarded Dean's Staff Award for Excellence in Innovation
Program Manager at People, Place and Health Collective awarded Dean's Staff Award for Excellence in Innovation
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Assistant Professor of Practice Jesse Yedinak Appointed Assistant Dean for Education
Assistant Professor of the Practice of Epidemiology Appointed Assistant Dean for Education
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Doctoral Student Meghan Cupp Inducted Into Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health
Meghan Cupp, a second year doctoral student in Epidemiology was inducted into the Delta Omega Honorary Society in Public Health at a ceremony held on April 7th at the Faculty Club.
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New book by Professor Eric Loucks addresses mindfulness for college students
New book by Professor Eric Loucks helps address mental and physical health by providing tips mindfulness habits for college students.
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Using a simulation modeling approach, Brown researchers estimate that closing syringe services programs, even for one year, will cause cases of HIV to rise.
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Idea Pioneer
Epidemiologist Erica Walker returns home to study the environmental quality of Jackson, Mississippi.
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A virtual event hosted by the Annenberg Institute convened experts to discuss how Providence and Rhode Island can build stronger, healthier K-12 schools, both amid and following the COVID-19 pandemic.
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