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COVID-19 cases hold steady in Allegheny County
November 8, 2022

COVID-19 cases hold steady in Allegheny County

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette- Tiffany Gary-Webb, an associate professor of epidemiology and a member of the Black Equity Coalition, discussed concerns about racial disparities with COVID-19. 

over the counter birth control pills
October 31, 2022

With over-the-counter birth control pills likely to be approved, pharmacists and pharmacies could play an ever-increasing role in reproductive health care

YAHOO- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is set to review a drugmaker’s application for the first over-the-counter birth control pill in November 2022, with a decision expected in the first half of 2023.

medicaid health policy
October 31, 2022

After rehab for opioids, nearly half of Medicaid beneficiaries do not receive follow-up care

UPMC- Despite strong evidence for the importance of outpatient care after inpatient residential treatment for opioid use disorder, nearly half of Medicaid beneficiaries are not receiving follow-up care.

Researchers call for action on lead-contaminated meat
October 25, 2022

Researchers call for action on lead-contaminated meat due to EHN reporting

EHN-The paper, published last month in the American Journal of Public Health, cites an EHN.org investigation that found lead fragments are a known danger in hunted meat, but most states do not inspect for possible contamination.

Polynesian Study
October 24, 2022

Polynesian study yields new clues to genetic causes of high cholesterol

UPMC- The discovery of a genetic variant that is relatively common among people of Polynesian ancestry, but incredibly rare in most other populations, is giving clues to the genetic underpinnings of high cholesterol in all people.

Grant awardees
October 12, 2022

Grants of note

It’s a Grant Quintet for Public Health

Lucile Adams-Campbell, PhD
October 6, 2022

Distinguished alumna visits Pitt Public Health

Noted health equity researcher spoke on Oct. 13

Ashley Hill 40 under 40
October 3, 2022

Congratulations to Ashley Hill - ‘40 Under 40’ honoree

EPI’s Ashley Hill was recognized as part of the Georgia Southern University Alumni Association “40 Under 40” Class of 2022 on September 23. The annual honor recognizes young alumni who have made significant strides in business, leadership, community, educational or philanthropic endeavors. Honorees were chosen by a selection committee that reviewed each individual’s professional expertise, achievements, and dedication to charitable and community initiatives.