Researchers at the Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) and Boston Medical Center (BMC) are launching a $3.2 million study to determine if monitoring postpartum blood pressure can prevent recurrent hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP). Led by Dr. Samantha Parker Kelleher and Dr. Christina Yarrington, the five-year project aims to identify early interventions for … Read more
Public health agencies are intensifying disease surveillance across North America as mass gatherings, such as the World Cup, increase the risk of infectious disease transmission. According to the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), officials are monitoring wastewater, hospital emergency room visits, and social media trends to … Read more
A proposed update to the California Department of Aging’s intrastate funding formula could result in significant service reductions for older adults in Los Angeles County. According to Maral Karaccusian, director of the Los Angeles County Aging and Disabilities Department, a projected 17% funding cut would lead to nearly 343,000 fewer meals provided to seniors annually … Read more
Between 1990 and 2024, 64 countries implemented sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) taxes, affecting roughly 3.5 billion people worldwide. According to a study published June 8, 2026, in The Lancet Global Health, these policy shifts are primarily driven by a nation’s existing burdens of obesity and type 2 diabetes rather than current rates of sugary drink consumption. … Read more
Moving fresh produce to supermarket entrances can nudge shoppers toward healthier diets and increase fruit and vegetable sales. According to the WRAPPED study published in Public Health Research, this placement strategy improved women’s dietary quality over six months, though it also led to higher levels of household food waste. Can supermarket layouts actually improve our … Read more
Researchers are identifying a concerning global trend: cancer rates are rising among individuals under age 50. According to epidemiologist Hyuna Sung of the American Cancer Society, more than 9,000 cancer cases are diagnosed in this age group worldwide every day. While causes remain largely unknown and sporadic, experts are investigating environmental, metabolic, and dietary factors … Read more
A 2023 study from Purdue University found that two-ounce-equivalent servings of animal-based proteins, such as pork and eggs, deliver higher levels of bioavailable essential amino acids (EAA) to the bloodstream than equal servings of plant-based proteins like black beans or almonds. These findings suggest that protein quality, not just portion size, is a critical factor … Read more
Patient-led initiatives are reshaping rheumatology care by addressing critical gaps in support, such as menopause management, career sustainability, and equitable access to physiotherapy. According to the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR), these person-centred models—presented at the EULAR 2026 Congress—demonstrate that integrating lived experience into health policy and clinical practice leads to measurable improvements … Read more
New research from Newcastle University indicates that seasonal sunlight is not a reliable remedy for vitamin D deficiency, particularly for older adults and individuals from minoritized ethnic backgrounds. Published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition on May 19, 2026, the study found that vitamin D insufficiency remained a persistent, year-round issue for these groups, … Read more
The Escalating Ebola Threat: Why Modeling Is Our Best Defense Public health experts are sounding an alarm that echoes across continents. As the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and neighboring Uganda continues to evolve, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released sobering projections. These models … Read more