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Five years after WHO declared #COVID a pandemic, experts Ziyad Al-Aly, Peter Chin-Hong, and Bill Hanage reflect on its impact. With reduced monitoring and politicization of vaccines, they warn the U.S. may be less prepared for future pandemics. www.sciencenews.org/article/covi...

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Last Friday, 1k+ supporters gathered at #UCBerkeley Sproul Plaza for the "Stand Up for Science" rally protesting federal research funding cuts.UC Berkeley #PublicHealth professors spoke about the critical role of agencies like #NIH in advancing #ScienceResearch. #SUFS bit.ly/3QZlJIi

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Alum Mary Blackburn, the first in her family to attend college, was part of UC Berkeley’s inaugural Combined Dietetic Internship-MPH program in 1963. She received her PhD in 1974. publichealth.berkeley.edu/news-media/s... #PublicHealth #UCBerkeley #WomensHistoryMonth #STEM #WomenInSTEM #BlackinSTEM

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Proposed cuts to NIH funding by the Trump administration could harm cancer research at institutions like the University of California, impacting patient care and cancer outcomes across the country. #NIH #CancerResearch #CancerTreatment bit.ly/3DpyMQg

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A new UC Berkeley Public Health study found that longer, drier summers fueled by #ClimateChange are extending the #Valleyfever transmission season in California. #EnvironmentalHealth @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social publichealth.berkeley.edu/news-media/r...

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Good news for science 🔬: A U.S. judge has blocked the Trump administration from cutting #NIH #ResearchFunding. The decision protects ongoing medical research, ensuring federal funds continue to support critical health projects. www.reuters.com/business/hea... #NIHResearch #NIHFunding

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UC Berkeley Chancellor Rich Lyons responds to recent changes in federal policies and funding. Watch the full video on Berkeley News. news.berkeley.edu/2025/02/28/a...

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From shaping domestic worker protections to tackling heat & wildfire risks, UC Berkeley’s Labor Occupational Health Program has fought for #SafeJobs & #WorkerHealth for decades. Here’s to 50 years—and many more! 💪 #UCBerkeley #PublicHealth ow.ly/h2gp50V5B2c

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The Forum for Collaborative Research emphasizes the need for better #HIVprevention for women of childbearing age in Africa. While #PrEP is vital, limited safety data during pregnancy exists. #WomensHealth bit.ly/4idLDnf

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A new study led by #EnvironmentalHealth postdoc Lisa Couper finds #mosquitoes may genetically adapt to #ClimateChange more than expected. Her team's findings show increasing risk of #WestNileVirus, #Malaria & other diseases due to the insects' heat tolerance. #GlobalWarming ow.ly/Uzro50V3BRl

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Out today! New paper led by @berkeleypublichlth.bsky.social PhD student Marisa Tsai on patterns in pandemic-era safety net participation, and associations with demographics and health: www.ajpmonline.org/article/S074... @donmoyn.bsky.social @pamherd.bsky.social @capolicylab.bsky.social 1/

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A new UC Berkeley Public health study links fine mineral dust exposure to increased #ValleyFever risk. Researchers analyzed data from California’s #SanJoaquinValley, finding higher dust levels correlated with more cases. #coccidioidomycosis publichealth.berkeley.edu/news-media/r...

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#Prop65 research from @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social Professor of Environmental Health Sciences Megan Schwarzmann and #SilentSpring Institute #EnvironmentalHealth bsky.app/profile/nyti...

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UC Berkeley School of Public Health announces seven new student teams for the second #SocialImpact Innovation Program cohort! 🎉🔬💡 Each team receives up to $15,000 to develop public health solutions with community partners. More: ow.ly/3uGU50UVT6Y #UCBerkeley #BerkeleyPublicHealth #PublicHealth

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Kat Sham and Whitney Kennedy, members of UC Berkeley's Public Health Alumni Association board, value mentorship, networking, and public health advocacy. They encourage graduates to stay curious and engaged in their professional journeys. Read more: ow.ly/wvax50UX3zK #PublicHealth #UCBerkeley

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Effective today, new regulations on #NIH grants will gut UC research funding by hundreds of millions of dollars annually. The University strongly opposes this directive and has submitted a declaration in support of California Attorney General Rob Bonta's suit to block these cuts. bit.ly/3QfhNTv

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Dr. Kameron Matthews explores AI’s role in reducing burnout, improving outcomes, and enhancing human connections on The Other 80 with @claudia-williams.bsky.social publichealth.berkeley.edu/research/soc...

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New IIHS study: Supersizing vehicles offers minimal safety benefits — but substantial dangers www.iihs.org/news/detail/... #RoadSafety #SafeVehicles #SafeSystem

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Professor of Environmental Health Sciences David J.X. Gonzalez on the recent Martinez refinery fire and its resulting health hazards: "This is something that people living near the refinery have been calling attention to for a long time.” Read more: bit.ly/3Q5HmGp #EnvironmentalHealth #PublicHealth

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Should you be worried about #BirdFlu? 🦠 In a Q&A this week, Dr. John Swartzberg, infectious disease expert at UC Berkeley Public Health, discussed the spread of the #H5N9 avian flu in California. His suggestion: Stay cautious—avoid sick birds and cook poultry thoroughly. More: ow.ly/bKM050USULS

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This (and every) month, we are honored to celebrate Black History and the contributions of African-Americans to our country, our university, our school and the field of public health! #BlackHistory #PublicHealth #BlackHistoryMonth #blackhealth

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For the first time in 60+ years, the CDC's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) was halted this week. UC Berkeley Professor of Epidemiology Art Reingold emphasized MMWR's critical role in informing health professionals and policymakers about urgent health issues. ow.ly/W6Pn50URwVs

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UC Berkeley’s Exercise is Medicine program, led by Adjunct Professor Marlon Maus, promotes exercise as essential for mental well-being. It helps students manage stress, build resilience, and boost academic performance. #PublicHealth #Exercise #MentalHealth publichealth.berkeley.edu/news-media/s...

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Mourning the loss of a public health legend: Len Syme, renowned as the father of social epidemiology, died at 92 this week. A UC Berkeley professor emeritus and beloved mentor, he revolutionized #PublicHealth with his focus on #SocialDeterminantsofHealth. ow.ly/mAF450UP32f #UCBerkeley

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The WHO combats pandemics and tracks diseases globally. UC Berkeley’s Stefano Bertozzi warns that U.S. withdrawal would weaken its ability to address crises like bird flu and antimicrobial resistance. He advocates for reform, not withdrawal, to protect public health. ow.ly/Wlbg50UMXYz #GlobalHealth

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A study co-authored by UC Berkeley's Doug Oman shows how the Senior Vitality program reduced loneliness & boosted self-care for low-income seniors using iPads, Fitbits, & internet training. Participants reported better health, confidence, & connections. publichealth.berkeley.edu/news-media/r...

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Brenda Eskenazi, #UCBerkeley professor emerita, revolutionized #EnvironmentalHealth with her CHAMACOS study on #pesticides and child development. Her work shaped policy, mentored scientists, and improved #farmworker health. Learn more: ow.ly/oHkj50UHV8v

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As we share words from Ché L. Abram, Chief of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging at UC Berkeley Public Health, our hearts are with those in our community impacted by the Los Angeles fires. Resources for our students are at this link: ow.ly/1HbE50UFGPe

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UC Berkeley Public Health researcher & physician Ziad Obermeyer has raised concerns about #UnitedHealth's use of #AI in processing #HealthInsurance claims. On a panel for WBUR radio, he argues that while AI can enhance efficiency, it may perpetuate existing biases in healthcare. ow.ly/S1GV50Uz53t

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Happy New Year! Take a look at our top Berkeley Public Health research stories of 2024. We wish everyone our community a healthy, prosperous 2025! publichealth.berkeley.edu/news-media/s... #PublicHealth #UCBerkeley #BerkeleyPublicHealth #PublicHealthResearch

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2024 was another banner year for the #UCBerkeley School of Public Health! We launched new social impact programs, our researchers published more than 600 papers, and our dean, Dr. Michael C. Lu, was appointed to a second five-year term. More: ow.ly/cvWX50UveAt #PublicHealth #BerkeleyPublicHealth

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A UC Berkeley School of Public Health study found that financial incentives for physician groups can enhance care quality and promote #HealthEquity. publichealth.berkeley.edu/news-media/r... #HealthCare #PublicHealth

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A study coauthored by UC Berkeley School of Public Health professor of food, nutrition, and population health Kristine Madsen found that Bay Area #SodaTaxes not only reduce sugary drink sales, but also shift public attitudes. Read more: ow.ly/BWwj50Uqbny

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In an essay for Berkeley Public Health, Associate Professor of Health Politics and Policy Ann Keller reviews the CDC's missteps during COVID-19. She highlights the need for reforms in data, testing, and public engagement. More: publichealth.berkeley.edu/covid-19/a-s... #COVID #CDC

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UC Berkeley Public Health research suggests #SSRIs may reduce the risk of #LongCOVID by 8%, potentially due to their impact on serotonin production affected by SARS-CoV-2 in the gut. Read more: ow.ly/7mZT50UnR5Q #Biostatistics #UCBerkeley #BerkeleyPublicHealth #PublicHealth #COVID

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