Policies on HIV prevention needs more coordinated strategy

King Holmes makes the case for coordinated prevention strategy.

Owners sue Quadrant Homes over 'sick' houses

Matt Keifer confirmed that conditions in a Quadrant home are making its residents ill.

The task force behind the mammogram recommendations

Jeff Harris explains the recommendations of the US Preventive Services Task Force.

No Increased Pregnancy Risk for MS Patients

Gary Franklin and a colleague wrote an editorial accompanying this study.

Labor Group Tests New Health Care Service

Aaron Katz is quoted.

Medicines to Deter Some Cancers Are Not Taken

Ross Prentice comments on disappointing results for cancer prevention strategies.

Are Calories On Fast Food Menus Changing Your Order?

Barb Bruemmer is quoted.

Study: Lowering cholesterol level reduces prostate cancer risk

Alan Kristal was one of the study authors.

Air pollution takes a toll on young lungs

Reports on a study by Catherine Karr.

Seeming Overnight Surge in H1N1's Death Toll

Frank James comments on the change in estimated deaths from H1N1.

Recalculating the Tally in Swine Flu Deaths

Ira Longini comments on the increase in number of deaths related to H1N1 influenza.

Northwest primary care medicine: Curing what ails us

Roger Rosenblatt is quoted.

Pollutants May Increase Bronchiolitis Risk in Infants

Reports on a study led by Catherine Karr.

Wood Fires Can Harm the Youngest Lungs

A study led by Catherine Karr found that wood fires are a leading cause of infant bronchiolitis.

Fear Factor

Alan Kristal is quoted on the benefits of yoga.

Obesity linked to specific cancers

Anne McTiernan sums up how to avoid increased risk of several cancers due to obesity.

'It's a childhood dream I had as an orphaned child in Africa'

Former MHA student Peter Kithene talks about his efforts to open medical clinics in Kenya.

Lancet editor calls on UW to provoke the powerful

Lancet Editor Richard Horton urged critical evaluation of global health data in his Gloyd lecture.

Middle age isn't too late to lose

A study by Anne McTiernan is featured.

This is why we're fat: We can't say no

Adam Drewnowski is quoted and some of his research featured.

Washington's pioneering ways inform health-care debate

A guest column by David Fleming.

Gateses to lobby U.S. for global health funds

Dean Jamison supports continued Gates and US spending on global health.

Smart grocery shopping: Check! No, wait . . .

Adam Drewnowski's research is cited.

Shortages and Confusion in Flu Fight

Ira Longini is mentioned.

Affordable and healthy is not an oxymoron

Adam Drewnowski's Affordable Nutrition Index is mentioned.

Worried about flu? When you should see a doctor

Anna Wald is interviewed.

The AIDS Vaccine: Modest Results, but a Sign of Hope

Nicole Frahm says new AIDS vaccine findings offer a sign of hope for future success.

Does the Vaccine Matter?

Lisa Jackson examined the "healthy user effect" on flu mortality data.

Hospitals restricting visitors to stop swine flu

Ira Longini suggests alternative to banning young visitors in hospitals.

Hospitals limit visitors over swine flu fears

Ira Longini is quoted.

Swine Flu Starting To Hit Hard

Jeff Duchin is quoted.

New carpal tunnel syndrome research helps inform patients' decisions

Jeffrey Jarvik's research is featured.

It's Not Just Genetics

Adam Drewnowski says the geography of childhood obesity is largely the geography of poverty.

Is there a link between migraines and breast cancer?

Christopher Li's study is referenced.

Fred Hutch study: Plan helps teen smokers quit

A study led by Arthur Peterson shows phone counseling helps teens quit smoking.

Nutrition Still Not 'A' Grade in U.S. Schools: Studies

One of the studies referenced was by the UW Center for Public Health Nutrition.

Most Childhood Cancer Survivors Have Healthy Babies

Beth Mueller is quoted.

Most Childhood Cancer Survivors Have Healthy Babies

White most childhood cancer survivors have healthy babies, Beth Mueller notes risk of preterm deliveries.

Fred Hutch: Federal grant will help create, retain 920 jobs

Larry Kessler is quoted about the new stimulus funding grant.

Seattle area’s life science sector on front lines of flu research

Anna Wald is quoted.

Merck Paying More Than 3,100 Vioxx Death Claims

Commenting on Merck's settlement, Bruce Psaty says many deaths from Vioxx could have been avoided.

UN seeks $1.5 billion for swine flu

Chris Murray questions the UN request for $1.5 billion to respond to the H1N1 epidemic.

Dead on Arrival

Aaron Katz is quoted about the co-op option for health reform.

Swine Flu Spreading

Ira Longini is quoted.

Budget cuts threaten state's anti-smoking efforts

Jeff Harris is quoted.

No Angry Voices at Nonpolitical Health-Care Forum on Bainbridge

Aaron Katz participated in the panel discussion.

Swine flu death rate similar to seasonal flu: expert

Jeff Duchin is quoted.

UW Prof Discusses Swine Flu Vaccine Study

Anna Wald is interviewed about the swine flu vaccine.

Beaches may be Safe Harbor for MRSA

Marilyn Roberts' MRSA study is featured.

Heart Attack Deaths Declining for VA Patients

Steve Fihn is quoted.

Staph makes a splash: Antibiotic-resistant bacteria found at public beaches

Marilyn Roberts' MRSA study is featured.

How the flu outbreak spread

Ira Longini is quoted

Vaccine Supply May Miss Swine Flu Peak

Ira Longini is quoted.

Is your beach contaminated with MRSA?

Marilyn Roberts' MRSA study is featured.

MRSA 'superbug' found in ocean, public beaches

A study led by Marilyn Roberts suggests public beaches may be a source of the MRSA superbug.

Dangerous staph germs found at West Coast beaches

Marilyn Roberts' MRSA study is featured.

Infectious Bacteria Found on Northwest Beaches, Scientists Say

Marilyn Roberts' MRSA study is featured.

Healthful approach to flu season

Jeff Duchin is quoted.

MRSA discovered at five public beaches

Marilyn Roberts reported on her study at the American Society for Microbiology conference.

Swine Flu Shots in October Won’t Curb First U.S. Wave of Cases

Ira Longini's study is featured.

Swine Flu Vaccination Should Target Children First

Ira Longini's study on immunization is featured.

Obama's Health Care Plan, and Port of Seattle Candidates Albro and Vekich

Larry Kessler responds to the President's health care plan on The Conversation.

H1N1 vaccine will arrive too late, scientists warn

Ira Longini's study on immunization is featured.

Hutch researchers calculate likely spread of swine flu in homes, schools

Ira Longini's study on immunization is featured.

Will enough flu vaccine be available in time?

Ira Longini's study on immunization is featured.

Seattle Researchers Say Vaccine Best Way To Control H1N1

Ira Longini's immunization study is featured.

Early Data Show H1N1 Vaccine Is Highly Effective

A study led by Ira Longini urges quick, widespread immunization to slow the H1N1 pandemic.

UW medical experts and students provide fodder, facts for health-care reform debate

Public health experts are consulted regularly for their take on the health care reform debate.

How the People Saw It

Roger Rosenblatt and others react to President Obama's speech on health care reform.

Smoking, drinking and obesity increase chance of second breast cancer, research says

Christopher Li says breast cancer survivors who live healthy are more apt to stay healthy.

Summer of Work Exposes Medical Students to System’s Ills

Roger Rosenblatt is quoted on the video associated with this article.

Seattle Health Cooperative May Offer National Model

Aaron Katz comments on Group Health serving as a model for a patient-governed health system.

New Application Aims to Detect Flu Outbreaks Faster

Lisa Jackson cautions that "flu" is used for many different conditions, making it difficult to track.

U.S. Panel Rejects Genzyme Leukemia Drug Study

Tom Fleming, who was a member of the panel, is quoted.

U.S. Panel Rejects Genzyme Leukemia Drug Study

Tom Fleming is quoted.

King County is a model for strategies to contain health-care costs

In an op-ed piece, Cindy Watts says King County is a model for containing healthcare costs.

Could the Recession Be Good for Your Health?

Stephen Bezruchka analyzed studies of the impact of recessions on health and drew surprising conclusions.

More Nutrition Information Systems Hit the Shelves—Do They Work?

A number of rating systems are being developed; Adam Drewnowski's focuses on positive nutrition.

The brain may not be fooled by sugar substitutes

Adam Drewnowski is quoted and notes the need for more studies.

Health Care Explainer

Aaron Katz appeared on Weekday on KUOW.

IHC: 'Holy Grail' for health plan?

Aaron Katz is quoted in this article about Intermountain Healthcare in Utah.

UW bracing for swine flu as classes resume

Ann Marie Kimball urges students and faculty to take precautions.

Regular Yoga May Improve Eating Habits

A study by Alan Kristal showed that yoga and mindful eating may help people maintain a healthy weight.

Regular Yoga May Improve Eating Habits

A study by Alan Kristal showed that yoga and mindful eating may help people maintain a healthy weight.

Tamoxifen May Up Risk of Second, More Aggressive Breast Cancer

Christopher Li led a study of tamoxifen use for breast cancer.

China boosts pandemic surveillance

Ira Longini predicts the H1N1 flu will challenge China's surveillance strategies and health-care system.

Study: Popular drug for breast cancer saves lives but has risks

Christopher Li led a study on tamoxifen use for breast cancer.

Rare Side Effect Is Seen in Long-Term Use of a Breast Cancer Drug

Christopher Li found that long-term use of tamoxifen may increase risk for a rare form of breast cancer.

Cancer charities reassure women over use of tamoxifen

Christopher Li led a study on tamoxifen use for breast cancer.

How sweet it was: AHA says limit sugar intake

Adam Drewnowski says low-calorie sweeteners and reduced-calorie products are help weight control but will not result in automatic weight loss.

HHS Secretary Sebelius Announces Intent to Appoint Dr. Helene Gayle as Chair of the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS at 2009 National HIV Prevention Conference

Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius announced her intent to appoint Helene Gayle, MD, MPH to serve as the Chair of the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS.

Swine Flu Shot May Protect at Regular Dose, Data Show

Ira Longini is awaiting data to determine if a single dose of vaccine will protect against swine flu.

Praise from doctors, patients on health cooperatives

Aaron Katz comments on taking the Group Health model national.

PATH honored with prestigious humanitarian prize

Alumnus Chris Elias, CEO of PATH, announced receipt of the $1.5 million Hilton Humanitarian Prize.

The Public Option?

Aaron Katz was on The Conversation talking about health reform.

Pesticides in your peaches: Tribune and USDA studies find pesticides, some in excess of EPA rules, in the fragrant fruit

Catherine Karr and alumnus Alex Lu are quoted.

Crowds expected at today's health care town hall in Everett

Aaron Katz is quoted.

Crowds expected at today's health care town hall in Everett

Aaron Katz is quoted

America is ripe for health-care reform

Cindy Watts is quoted in this editorial on healthcare reform.

Healthy eating rebounds -- on a budget

Adam Drewnowski was interviewed about nutrient-rich, affordable foods.

Uninsured People on Health Reform

Aaron Katz is interviewed on The Conversation about health care reform.

10 Ways to Get Your Omega-3s Without a Pill

David Siskovick recommends getting Omega-3s through diet rather than supplements.

The solution for GM and Chrysler might be good medicine for U.S. health care system

Scott Barnhart makes the case for medical-care bankruptcy linked to a plan for a new health-care system.

Uphill battle for nutrition

Adam Drewnowski's research is cited.

Up in the Air: New Worries About ‘Fume Events’ on Planes

Results of Steve Hecker's study of bleed-air contamination on 63 flights were inconclusive.

Health-Care Co-Op Gaining Support

Aaron Katz is interviewed on Fox News.

Volunteers swarm for shot at swine flu vaccine

Lisa Jackson and Ira Longini are quoted about swine flu vaccine trials and estimates of infection.

Agent Orange Linked to Parkinson's, Heart Disease

Rich Fenske is quoted on the IOM study he chaired.

Agent Orange Ups Risk of Parkinson’s, Heart Disease, Panel Says

An IOM panel chaired by Rich Fenske found Agent Orange may trigger Parkinson's and heart disease.

Washington's Group Health Steals Center Stage in Health Care Debate

Cindy Watts is quoted.

Seattle volunteers sought to test swine-flu vaccine

Lisa Jackson says Group Health will get test vaccine in August.

Dealing with the Swine Flu Threat During Pregnancy

Tom Burbacher says pregnant women can minimize exposure to mercury with the right flu vaccine.

Circumcision Doesn't Lessen HIV Transmission

Jared Baeten is quoted about this study.

Circumcision Doesn't Lessen HIV Transmission

Jared Baeten and colleagues weigh in on the issue of circumcision for men at risk of HIV.

Getting the best nutrition for your buck

An article about Adam Drewnowski's research.

Family Medical Practice in Critical Condition

Roger Rosenblatt is interviewed.

Heavy Drinking Linked to Aggressive Prostate Cancer

Alan Kristal found that heavy drinking increases the risk for highly aggressive prostate cancer.

Hunting best buys when eating healthy costs more

Adam Drewnowski helps consumers find the most affordable nutrient-rich foods.

Hutch cancer center pair get highest young scientist awards

Ulrike Peters won a PECASE award.

Xylitol syrup found to curb childhood tooth decay

Marilyn Roberts says xylitol affects only tooth-decay-causing bacteria, leaving "good" bacteria alone.

Supermarket price discrepancy with health foods

The Center for Public Health Nutrition found a big difference in prices in local food chains.

Food can cost twice as much at some Seattle supermarket chains–UW nutrition researchers find

A new study by the Center for Public Health Nutrition found big differences in food prices between chains in Seattle.

Hutch researchers find women with migraines less likely to get breast cancer

Christopher Li confirmed his earlier study.

Got ear plugs? You may want to sport them on the subway, researchers say

The University Week article on Rick Neitzel's research study.

Health Co-op Offers Model for Overhaul

Cindy Watts comments on the latest health reform proposal.

Co-op Health Plans Run by Consumers May Offer Obama Compromise

Aaron Katz comments on a proposed network of health insurance plans run by their customers.

Tent City on campus: UW stalls decision

Amy Hagopian is quoted.

Awful Sound Tracks

An article about Rick Neitzel's research on noisy public transit.

A Healthy Dose of Skepticism

Bill Foege and Steve Gloyd agree global health must maintain focus on the needy in the developing world.

Getting Nutritional Bang for Your Buck

Adam Drewnowski figured out which foods packed the most nutritional punch for the least amount of money.

State's top prisons doctor quit over execution policy

Marc Stern takes a stand.

Subway Noise May Threaten Riders' Hearing

More on Rick Neitzel's study.

Subway Noise May Threaten Riders' Hearing

More on Rick Neitzel's study.

Mass transit can be hard on the ears

Research Scientist Rick Neitzel measured noise levels at mass transit sites in New York.

Following the Money

Chris Murray tracks the money spent on global health.

Little Proof U.N. Health Programs Work

Chris Murray's latest report.

Funding for Global Health Quadruples, to $22 Billion

Chris Murray's latest report.

Soaring global health funds not all wisely spent: studies

Chris Murray's latest report.

As global health funding surges, balance of power shifts

Chris Murray and colleagues track the impact of funding on global health.

$196 billion; little proof UN health programs work

Chris Murray and colleagues report on funds spent on global health in the last two decades.

The World's Under-Funded Health Crises

More from Chris Murray and the latest IHME study.

Spending on Global Health Spikes Upward

About Chris Murray's latest study.

Got ear plugs? You may want to sport them on the subway and other mass transit, researchers say

Based on a study led by doctoral student Rick Neitzel.

Oh Baby! Baby mysteries and crying

Fred Rivara talks about shaken baby syndrome.

U.S. experts urge Chinese to take small steps for major weight losses

Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

The Cost Conundrum: Why Does Health Care Cost So Much?

Aaron Katz and Eric Larson discuss the cost of health care and its impact on health reform on "Weekday."

Fortified Foods: How Healthy Are They?

Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

Childhood: TV Reduces Adult-Child Conversations

Dimitri Chistakis' research is cited.

Tuberculosis remains a threat in a global health city

David Fleming discusses the high incidence of TB in King County and the lack of resources to combat it.

20 ways to eat healthier right now

Adam Drewnowski and other experts offer 20 ways to begin eating healthier diets.

EPA Studies Safety of Rubber Turf

Steve Gilbert warns about chemicals in recycled tires.

The Demise of Basic Health Plans and the Future of Health Care

Aaron Katz joins a panel discussion on the state of basic health care in Washington.

'Vid Kids' Likely to Suffer Delayed Language Development

More on research by Dimitri Christakis.

Is TV delaying child development?

More on research by Dimitri Christakis.

Study: TV May Inhibit Babies' Language Development

Dimitri Christakis reports parents are as distracted as babies by TV, limiting their interaction.

Online mapping tool promotes bike safety

Fred Rivara is quoted.

Get your shots for seasonal flu — a hidden threat

David Fleming and Ann Marie Kimball speak to the importance of vaccination against seasonal flu.

Texting May Be Taking a Toll

Pete Johnson warns that too much texting may damage teens' thumbs.

Framingham Heart Study follows the beat in new directions

Bruce Psaty comments on the ongoing importance of the long-running Framington Heart Study.

Working Mothers of the Year

1993 MHA alumna Janet Liang was named a Working Mother of the Year by Working Mother Magazine.

The Flu’s Death Toll

Ali Mokdad is quoted.

Swine flu tests response plans

Ann Marie Kimball is quoted.

Don't Panic

An interview with Ann Marie Kimball after the first swine flu death in Washington.

Better diets more costly, enjoyed by the most educated

Focuses on Adam Drewnowski's research.

Wickizer to deliver Public Health's Distinguished Faculty Lecture, May 18

Tom Wickizer will give the Spring Quarter 2009 Distinguished Faculty Lecture.

Culture of Avoiding the Doctor Intensifies Health Concerns in Mexico

Rafael Lozano is quoted.

Swine Flu Kills U.S. Resident as Pandemic Nears

Ira Longini is quoted.

Animals, industrial agriculture and swine flu risk

Ann Marie Kimball's comments on swine flu are summarized.

Officials: Swine flu an enigmatic epidemic

David Fleming, King Holmes, Ann Marie Kimball participate in a discussion of swine flu.

Swine flu fears subside, but second wave looms

Ann Marie Kimball is quoted.

WHO May Declare Outbreak a Pandemic as Flu Spreads

Ira Longini is quoted.

The Next Pandemic

Ann Marie Kimball is quoted.

Bread & Butter

Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

Seattle scientists play big role in hunt for flu clues

Ira Longini, Betz Halloran, and Chris Murray analyze H1N1 (swine) flu transmission.

Where are those lab tests going?

Ira Longini is quoted.

More Educated Choose Healthier Foods, But Pay More

Report on a study by Adam Drewnowski.

Experts warn: Answers in flu's spread will be slow in coming

Ann Marie Kimball is quoted.

What Does WHO's Heightened Swine Flu Alert Mean?

Ira Longini is quoted

Why Border Controls Can't Keep Out the Flu Virus

Ira Longini is quoted.

A HealthLink swine flu special

Ann Marie Kimball is quoted.

Expert on flu's spread says new strain here to stay

Ira Longini on social distancing and swine flu.

Businesses prepare for swine flu

Ann Marie Kimball comments.

President Obama, Armenia and the G-word

An opinion piece by Amy Hagopian.

Experts Are Thinking About What You Eat. Maybe You Should Join Them.

Adam Drewnowski says the next Dietary Guidelines should include real food for real people.

Don't gut tobacco prevention programs

Jeff Harris and colleagues make the case for funding tobacco prevention programs in Washington.

Best swine flu strategy: Stay away, everyone

Ira Longini discusses social distancing to cut down on disease transmission.

Cases of Child Abuse on the Rise

Frederick Rivara talks about shaken baby syndrome and a DVD designed to help parents deal with a crying infant.

Swine Flu and Washington State

Ann Marie Kimball is interviewed about swine flu.

Medical Schools Fight the War Against Disease

Steve Schwartz is quoted in this mis-labeled article about epidemiology and public health.

Study: Heavy pain-reliever use doesn't prevent dementia, as previously thought

Eric Larson is quoted.

NW Gets Hot Under the Collar

Catherine Karr predicts dramatic increases in the number of Northwesterners likely to be sickened as the planet warms.

Experts Highlight Inroads to Preventing Cancer

EPI doctoral student Andrea Burnett-Hartman is quoted about genetic variants and cancer risk.

Global health conference at UW creates a global buzz

The recent conference on Transcending Global Barriers drew participants from around the world.

Medical researchers face conflicts of interest

Bruce Psaty warns of drugmakers' influence over company-funded research and other conflicts.

It's mayo, it's bacon, it's Baconnaise — and sales are sizzling

Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

One University's Strategy for Keeping International Projects Running Smoothly

Chris Murray and Judy Wasserheit are quoted.

Study: Treatment for HIV Should Start Earlier

Another article on the study led by Mari Kitahata.

Eat better — for less money

Adam Drewnowski's research is referenced.

Starting HIV Therapy Earlier Saves Lives

A study led by Mari Kitahata indicates that earlier treatment for HIV dramatically prolongs survival.

Gates Foundation global access requirement gives researchers a boost and a burden

Suspicion of vaccines spurs debate, worry

Edgar Marcuse is quoted.

Obesity can shorten lifespan up to a decade

Ali Mokdad found that obesity can shorten lifespans by two to ten years.

Prostate Cancer Screening Fails to Provide Definitive Benefits

Ruth Etzioni is quoted.

Studies cast doubt on prostate cancer screenings

Ruth Etzioni is quoted on new studies about the value of prostate cancer screenings.

Cheap Food Trumps Healthy During Recession

Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

Circumcision cuts risk of herpes, HPV

Article on the study by Judy Wasserheit.

Circumcision Guards Against STDs

Article on the study by Judy Wasserheit.

Circumcisions Reduce Chance of Men Getting Genital Herpes, HPV

Article on the study by Judy Wasserheit.

Study: Circumcision helps protect men against HIV, HPV

Article on the study by Judy Wasserheit.

Call for higher circumcision rate

Article on the study by Judy Wasserheit.

Circumcision reduces risk of herpes and HPV infection

Another article on Judy Wasserheit's study.

Male circumcision reduces herpes, study finds

Judy Wasserheit and colleagues found that circumcision decreases the rate of HPV and herpes.

Folic Acid Supplements Raise Prostate Cancer Risk

Cites an editorial by Alan Kristal.

Obesity, Diabetes and Heart Disease May Speed Dementia

Annette L. Fitzpatrick found that obesity in middle age increased the risk for dementia -- until age 65.

Wine Color Won't Change Breast Cancer Risk

A study led by Polly Newcomb showed wine does not reduce the risk of breast cancer.

Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome

Fred Rivara says information and strategies help new parents cope with crying infants.

Political Lobbying Drove FDA Process

Larry Kessler says there was no statistical basis for the FDA's approval of Menaflex.

Swimming lessons lower drowning risk in toddlers

Fred Rivara agrees that swimming lessons help protect toddlers from drowning.

Eating Well on a Downsized Food Budget

Adam Drewnowski says real food is affordable and much healthier than cheap, empty calories.

Radiologists Overestimate Their Overall Risk Of Malpractice Lawsuits In Breast Imaging

Joanne Elmore showed radiologists who work in breast imaging overestimate their risk of medical malpractice lawsuits.

Long-Term Use of Nutrient Supplements May Increase Cancer Risk

Alyson Littman and Emily White participated in a study showing long-term use of some supplements may increase the risk of lung cancer.

UW’s Gardasil Connection Generates Windfall for Research, Tech Transfer

Laura Koutsky's research is mentioned.

Clinical trials' review finds only exercise to prevent low-back problems

John Holland urges continuation of ergonomic research.

Around 80% of Jordanians obese or overweight

Ali Mokdad is quoted.

Getting to the root of America's obesity epidemic

An overview of Adam Drewnowski's research on the role of social disparities in obesity.

Sweeteners: Real Aid or Excuse to Indulge?

Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

State not ready for 'climate refugees'

Global warming may worsen health problems caused by air pollution, says Catherine Karr.

Marijuana Linked to Aggressive Testicular Cancer

Janet Daling and Steve Schwartz participated in this study.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/science/2009/feb/09/testicular-cancer-cannabis-risk

Janet Daling and Steve Schwartz participated in this study.

Microbicide gels may protect women from AIDS

Barbra Richardson contributed to research showing the promise of a microbicide in preventing HIV.

Could smoking pot raise testicular cancer risk?

More on the study of the association between marijuana use and testicular cancer.

Just Say No ... or Else You Get Cancer?

Janet Daling and Steve Schwartz found an association between marijuana use and testicular cancer.

Sustained Fixes for Nutrition?

Jonathan Gorstein is helping form new partnerships to meet the Third World's nutritional needs.

Drop in Breast Cancer Rates Due to Drop in HRT Use

Joann Elmore is quoted.

Drop in Breast Cancer Rates Due to Drop in HRT Use

Joann Elmore is quoted.

Breast-cancer risk falls after hormones halted

Ross Prentice describes results of WHI followup: drop in hormone therapy led to less breast cancer.

In health care, newer not necessarily better

The author of this OpEd quotes Rick Deyo and Donald Patrick from their book, Hope or Hype.

Home cooking, familiar brands gain in popularity during recession

Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

Study: Cleaner air adds 5 months to US life span

Study: Cleaner air adds 5 months to US life span

Joel Kaufman says a recent study proves that controlling air pollution is worth the expense.

Cellphones' Growth Does a Number on Health Research

Chris Murray is quoted on the difficulty of doing population surveys.

Will Americans put on "recession pounds"?

Adam Drewnowski is interviewed about the relationship between obesity and the economy.

Tuning In to Global Health, Lisa Cohen Hopes to Amplify Seattle as Research Hotspot

King Holmes is mentioned in this article.

Supercomputer Thwarts Flu

Ira Longini helped develop strategies to slow the spread of pandemic flu across the US.

Walking with Christopher Murray, director of the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington

An interview with Christopher Murray, Director of the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation.

Teens Divulge Risky Behavior on Social Networking Sites

Dimitri Christakis comments on the potential risks of MySpace profiles.

Doc Reaches Out to Misbehaving Teens on MySpace

Dimitri Christakis comments on the effort to reduce the risks posed by teens' MySpace profiles.

Shaping Good Health as Teens Outgrow Pediatrician

Frederick Rivara co-authored a report about the inadequate system of health care for tweens and teens.

Elk Grove woman's homemade pins made impact on autism research

An article about fundraising for the National Autism Association's Burbacher Study, named for Tom Burbacher. It examines the effects of mercury exposure on the brain.

Fast-food chains must post fat, calories

Barb Bruemmer and Jim Krieger talk about the new menu labeling program for fast food restaurants.

Television is harmful to babies, pediatricians say

Dimitri Christakis describes the risk of harm to children under age 2 from watching television.

The FITNESS Fit 50: The Best Breakthroughs in Food

Adam Drewnowski made Fitness Magazine's Fit 50 list for his food ranking system.

Health care reform must focus on individuals too

MHA alumnus Greg Vigdor says health care reform should include social marketing to address obesity.

Stress about your finances could boost holiday bingeing

Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

Experts predict holidays will bring 'stress eating'

Adam Drewnowski says people reach for fats and sweets when they are stressed.

Holiday gifts that prevent injury

Frederick Rivara says prevention is key to reducing childhood injuries.

Global childhood immunization coverage growing at only half the officially reported rate

The UW reports on Chris Murray's study.

Nations exaggerated children's vaccine numbers, report says

Another article on Chris Murray's study.

Vaccination Rates Overreported in Developing Countries

Another article on Chris Murray's study.

Number of Children Immunized Has Been Inflated for Years

Another article on Chris Murray's study.

Report: Nations exaggerated numbers of vaccines in Gates-funded program

Another article on Chris Murray's study.

Study: Nations inflate vaccine numbers to get more aid

Chris Murray says some countries may be over-reporting vaccination rates to get more aid.

A Parents' Guide to Managing Vaccinations

Tom Burbacher is quoted in this article.

Study: More nano research needed

More on the study chaired by Dave Eaton.

U.S. Nanotechnology Plans Fall Short: Report

Dave Eaton found serious gaps in government plans for determining risks posed by nanomaterials.

Study urges more government nano research

Dave Eaton chaired the committee that issued this report.

Preventing childhood injuries, everywhere

Beth Ebel was interviewed on KPLU about childhood injuries.

Keeping children safe from injury

Beth Ebel and Frederick Rivara report on the dramatic increase in injury deaths in the developing world.

Canadian carriers cram to obey obesity ruling

Adam Drewnowski is one of the experts consulted for ideas on compliance with government-mandated policy that says disabled passengers who must travel with a personal attendant — including those who are disabled due to obesity.

The Pros (and Not Many Cons) of Merck’s HPV Vaccine, According to UW’s Laura Koutsky

Laura Koutsky spoke on the pros and cons of Merck's HPV vaccine at Science on Tap.

Project to unite nonprofits

Amy Hagopian is quoted.

Work cut out for next OSHA chief

Michael Silverstein looks forward to a stronger OSHA in the next administration.

Bailouts create health pandemic

Scott Barnhart and Amy Hagopian write about the impact of the debt crisis on the public's health.

Hospitals X-Ray Patient Credit Scores

Aaron Katz is quoted in an article about hospitals looking at patients' finances.

The dual burden of being overweight and undernourished

In an op-ed piece, Adam Drewnowski discusses the dual burden of undernutrition and overweight.

DEVELOPMENT: A Global Health Model, Village by Village

Alumna Loyce Mbewa Ong'udi works with Kenyan villagers to improve their health and well-being.

Doctors debate Vytorin cancer risk at heart meeting

Bruce Psaty is quoted.

Greener neighborhoods better for kids' waistlines

Another article on Janice Bell's study.

A Better Way to Screen for Heart Disease?

David Siskovic says the new study on statins is important and will be considered carefully by physicians.

Six Facts About Belly Fat

Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

Migraine Might Lower Breast Cancer Risk

US News & World Report article on Christopher Li's study.

Green neighborhoods help kids avoid packing on pounds

Another article on Janice Bell's study.

Migraines linked to less breast cancer risk

The UPI reports on Christopher Li's study.

Rainfall, Autism May Be Linked

Noel Weiss comments on this study.

Migraines associated with lower risk of breast cancer

Another article on Christopher Li's study.

Migraines 'cut breast cancer risk'

Another article on Christopher Li's study.

Migraine sufferers much less likely to get breast cancer

Christopher Li shows women who suffer from migraines have a lower risk of breast cancer.

Life After Andy: Searching For FDA Leadership

Bruce Psaty is mentioned as a possible candidate to head the FDA.

Health care in an Obama world: what we know so far

Bruce Psaty is listed as one of President-elect Obama's health care advisors.

Sexually Charged TV Might Raise Risk of Teen Pregnancy

Dimitri Christakis is quoted in this article.

Rainier Spots Show Higher Autism Rates

Noel Weiss co-wrote an editorial accompanying this study.

Study: Counties with more rainfall have higher autism rates

Noel Weiss co-wrote an editorial accompanying this study.

Autism shown higher in children living in rainy areas

Noel Weiss urges further study of a possible association between rainy weather and autism.

Brisk walking can trim dangerous belly fat: study

A study led by Anne McTiernan confirms that brisk walking can boost weight loss while trimming dangerous belly fat and overall body fat.

Money Is Tight, and Junk Food Beckons

Adam Drewnowski makes the link between poverty and obesity.

Lean economy, fatty diet

Adam Drewnowski makes the link between poverty and obesity.

Eating out can be easier but costlier

Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

Green neighborhoods lower childhood obesity

Janice Bell shows children living in greener areas have lower weight gain.

Green areas may reduce childhood obesity

Janice Bell and colleagues found that kids living among more trees, grass and plants are less likely to gain unhealthy weight than kids living in less green areas.

Study: Treating Herpes Doesn't Prevent HIV

A study led by Connie Celum found that so far treating herpes does not cut HIV risk.

Surprise: Lean times may actually make you fat

Adam Drewnowski's research shows a consistent link between poverty and obesity.

Despite Risks, Vitamins Popular With Cancer Patients

Cornelia Ulrich urges cancer survivors to use caution in taking supplements.

Seattle Needs to Stick to its Vision for Global Health, Recession or Not, Says Sen. Murray

Judy Wasserheit is quoted in this article about the importance of global health research and development to our region.

Beaches in U.S. Host Drug-Resistant Bacteria, Researchers Find

Marilyn Roberts reports bacteria associated with health-care facilities found on West Coast beaches.

6 Things Your Teen Needs to Know About Sex

Hunter Handsfield recommends annual testing for STDs.

Global health seen as big business for Seattle

Some SPHCM faculty express concern about seeing global health as an industry.

The Latest Thinking on Preventing Cancer

Anne McTiernan is studying why the obese and inactive may be more susceptible to cancer.

The cholesterol-inflammation connection

Alex Reiner studies the role of inflammation in cardiovascular events.

Seattle Has Global Health Muscle, But Needs More Education, Industry Partnerships

Ken Stuart outlines what he thinks the global health community in Washington needs in order to firmly stake its claim as a world leader.

UW to lead $40 million landmark study of children's health

The Pacific Northwest Center for the National Children's Study is part of the largest study ever of child health.

CDC Awards $10.9 Million for Preparedness Research Centers at Seven Schools of Public Health

SPHCM received a CDC grant to Improve Communications in Preparedness and Response.

New System Could Help Us Compare Apples and Oranges

Adam Drewnowski wants to create a simple system to show the nutritional value of foods.

Labels for nutrients food contains, not what it lacks

Adam Drewnowski recommends food labeling that reflects a product's entire nutrient package.

Health department urges smoke-free cars

Dave Kalman notes that smoking in cars delivers the greatest second- hand smoke exposure to children.

Swedish gets $2.9M grant to study pregnancy, migraine links

Michelle Williams will study whether a history of migraine is associated with the risk of preeclampsia.

More Americans on food stamps but say it's not enough

Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

Revisions Sharply Cut Estimates on Malaria

Chris Murray says WHO's new report shows an impressive improvement in their surveillance work.

Survey explodes video game myth

Dimitri Christakis comments on a recent Pew survey that's reshaping the video game debate.

Statistics Smackdown: Experts Duel Over Vytorin Cancer Data

In the Vytorin debate, Tom Fleming said it's impossible to rule out a connection between Vytorin and cancer-related deaths.

'Global Hero' is changing the world one clinic at a time

Former MHA student Peter Kithene continues his humanitarian efforts with the help of U2.

Matters of the heart: Firefighters get theirs scanned

Elizabeth Brown says calcium scoring tests may help predict heart disease in high-risk firefighters.

HEALTH MATTERS: No evidence that TV is good for infant's brain

Dimitri Christakis is interviewed.

Breast self-exams: a touch of uncertainty

A study headed by David Thomas shows that a self-exam is probably a waste of time.

Life expectancy declining in parts of WV, rural America

Chris Murray comments on a new study showing that life expectancy is declining in parts of rural America.

Exercise can help memory, study says

Eric Larson is quoted on a study about exercise reducing the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

Food Costs Feed Health Woes

Adam Drewnowski notes the impact on health of the high cost of nutritious foods.

Doubts Grow Over Flu Vaccine in Elderly

Lisa Jackson contributes to the debate about the effectiveness of the flu vaccine in the elderly.

Working Dad: Back-to-school shopping ... how green do we mean?

Roger Rosenblatt notes the importance of ensuring that their kids simply get fresh fruit and vegetables in their lunches.

Dark Cloud Over Amylin

Bruce Psaty is quoted in an article questioning whether the diabetes drug Byetta causes pancreatitis.

Researchers: Merck Vioxx study was for marketing

Bruce Psaty is quoted in an article about Merck's marketing strategy for Vioxx.

Prescription drug abuse on the rise

Alumnus Caleb Banta-Green reports on the rise of prescription drug abuse among teens.

A New View of Why Cholera Won't Go Away

Ira Longini participated in a study of why there are recurring outbreaks of cholera.

Do safety-net hospitals put money over mission?

Aaron Katz is quoted in an article about hospitals like Harborview maintaining a balance between serving the poor and staying financially viable.

Jack Thompson leaves public health leadership post

Jack Thompson has stepped down as director of the Northwest Center for Public Health Practice.

Surprising Things That Affect Memory

A study led by David Siskovick shows that eating fish may help prevent memory loss and stroke.

Not many speak their mind to Gates Foundation

Steve Gloyd comments on giving feedback to the Gates Foundation.

Flu vaccination may not help elderly, study says

A new study finds no link between flu vaccinations and risk of pneumonia in the elderly.

As the Club Turns 7, We Look Back And Look Ahead

Adam Drewnowski's nutrient profiling system is mentioned in the Lean Plate Club column.

TVA witness says coal emission not health threat

Suresh Moolgavkar testified during a federal court hearing in North Carolina's lawsuit against TVA.

Agencies asked to ease safety rules

Michael Silverstein questions EPA's attempts to change how it measures risks of asbestos and toxins.

Getting healthy foods to poor people a struggle

Adam Drewnowski's study showing that obesity rates in Seattle are different depending on where you live is referenced.

Center for AIDS Research receives $16.5 million

One of the first AIDS research centers in the country, now located in the Department of Global Health, was awarded $16.5 million for the next five years to continue providing a cost-effective infrastructure for HIV/AIDS researchers.

'Home Health Parties' Are New Prevention Strategy for Hispanic Farm Workers in Washington State

Beti Thompson describes a new approach to cancer prevention for Hispanic farm workers in the Yakima Valley.

Trial Intensifies Concerns About Safety of Vytorin

Bruce Psaty comments on the controversy surrounding Vytorin, a cholesterol-lowering drug.

Analgesic drugs don't reduce ovarian cancer risk

Mary Anne Rossing is quoted in an article about over-the-counter analgesics and ovarian cancer.

U.S. venture-capital funding reported steady

U.S. venture-capital funding reported steady; Steven Reed quoted.

Public health experts rally to keep EPA from easing asbestos risk rules

Michael Silverstein and other public health experts rally to keep EPA from easing asbestos risk rules.

Dietary Fiber Cuts Risk of Pregnancy Complication

Research led by Michelle Williams finds fiber may reduce the risk of developing preeclampsia.

County health services facing $10 million cut

Bud Nicola warns that funding cuts to public health services pose a real risk to our community.

Ladies, give your breasts a rest, research says

David Thomas comments on new research about the value of breast self-exams.

Gas prices affecting your grub?

Another article on the impact of high food prices.

UW students find fecal coliform on campus keyboards

DEOHS students found contaminants on keyboards in two computer labs on campus.

As food costs soar, it's back to basics for meal planners

Adam Drewnowski comments on the difficulty of coping with higher food costs.

Opportunities Abound in Toxicology

DEOHS grad Nadia Moore is one of many planning a career in toxicology.

Seattleites take up arms against 'rat' as big as cat

Charles Easterberg agrees that we need to rid the area of nutria, a large rodent damaging shorelines.

Death tolls during wars inaccurate, study says

Christopher Murray co-authored a study indicating that the number of war deaths across the globe over the past 50 years is likely three times higher than commonly thought.

Deaths in Vietnam, other wars undercounted: study

Christopher Murray suggests standard ways of tracking war deaths using media, eyewitness and combatant accounts tend to underestimate deaths, particularly in smaller wars.

Vaccine’s promise isn’t end of fight

Laura Koutsky comments on using current vaccines as models for new ones.

FDA Panel Backs New Psorisis Drug

Susan Heckbert is on the panel that approved an experimental psoriasis drug despite evidence the drug may cause cancer after long-term use.

Diet Can Shut Off Cancer Genes

Ruth Etzioni comments on a study about the impact of diet on cancer genes.

It's Not Just Genetics

Adam Drewnowski notes the impact of disparities in income, education, and opportunity.

Juice up your diet

Adam Drewnowski explains why some juices are tart.

Home cure for asthmatics removes 'triggers'

Clinical Associate Professor of DEOHS Tim Takaro wrote this story for the the Vancouver Sun.

Lunchtime is healthy time at Toppenish school

Research done in our School is referenced.

New Calcium Measure Better Predictor of Heart Risks

Study author Elizabeth Brown says calcium coverage scoring improves prediction of heart attack risk.

FDA.to Expand Scrutiny of Risks From Drugs After They’re Approved for Sale

Bruce Psaty says the FDA's proposed Sentinal Initiative will take a lot of work.

International Forum Tackles Global Public Health Work Force Shortages

Amy Hagopian attended the forum and is quoted.

Primary care shortage undermines the health of everyone in the U.S.

Guest columnist Eric Larson, Clinical Professor of Health Services, writes about looming gaps in health care.

Pesticide Panel: Finding fair advice

An editorial about the state Pesticide Incident Reporting and Tracking Review Panel.

Why Even Provide Children With Sugar-Laden Milk?

Studies by Adam Drewnowski are referenced.

Men experience domestic violence, with health impact

Frederick Rivara is a co-author of this study.

Rising food prices are likely to worsen U.S. obesity rate

High food costs may boost obesity among poor in US

Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

Health isn't just a personal choice

Chris Murray's study is mentioned.

Governor's disputed pesticide panelist resigns

Controversy surrounds appointments to the state's Pesticide Incident Reporting and Tracking Review Panel.

CEO search leads Gates Foundation back to Microsoft

Steve Gloyd is quoted in an article about the new CEO of the Gates Foundation.

Studies suggest drugmaker skewed clinical trial reports

Food costs likely to boost obesity in poor

Adam Drewnowski says rising food prices will affect rates of obesity and diabetes.

Pick Your Poison

Living Well: The perfect body weight is not a figure carved in stone

Glen Duncan suggests ways to gauge and improve personal health.

Little Einsteins: Can watching telly make your children cleverer?

Frederick Zimmerman is quoted in an article about the Baby Einstein videos.

Screening and Brief Interventions for Alcohol in Trauma Centers Saves Lives

Frederick Rivara and a team at Harborview reduce alcohol-related trauma center admissions by 50%.

Osteoporosis drug 'risks heart'

Raw foods go mainstream

Adam Drewnowski is quoted in this article on the raw food movement.

Fosamax tied to increased risk of heart condition

A study by Susan Heckbert indicates that the osteoporosis drug Fosamax appears to double a woman's odds of developing atrial fibrillation.

Fosamax is linked to heart ailment

Study ties bone drug to heart problem

Pushing Pills

In an op-ed piece, Eric Larson, executive director of Group Health Center for Health Studies and clinical faculty member in Health Services, cites research by Bruce Psaty and Richard Kronmal.

HIV/AIDS: Send Strong Signal

The PI's editorial board writes about current legislation to renew the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Wendy Johnson, clinical assistant professor in Health Services, is quoted.

Tips on How to Keep Your Family BPA-Free

Dr. Sheela Sathyanarayana of the Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit answered viewer questions about bisphenol A on ABC World News. The plastic additive has been found in baby bottles.

Life span shorter in parts of U.S.

Life expectancy for many in the US has declined, says study co-author Christopher Murray of the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation.

Life expectancy dips for some U.S. women

Life Expectancy Drops for Some U.S. Women

Life-Expectancy Study Shows Regional Declines

Life spans falling for least-healthy Americans, study by Harvard, UW finds

Life spans decline in some U.S. areas

Merck's Shenanigans

A Seattle Times editorial mentioning the study by Richard Kronmal and Bruce Psaty.

Ghostwriters Used in Vioxx Studies, Article Says

Richard Kronmal and Bruce Psaty are also quoted in this article.

Action is Louder Than Weight

Anne McTiernan agrees that exercise provides health benefits even without weight loss.

Vioxx makers knew of drug's dangers three years before recall, says UW study

Q&A: Drugmaker Deceit and the State of Science

Maker of Vioxx Is Accused of Deception

Editors: Vital Vioxx Details "Manipulated"

JAMA studies prompt call for "drastic action" to prevent drug companies from misrepresenting data from clinical trials (Richard Kronmal and Bruce Psaty).

Seattle Scientists Accuse Merck of Misrepresenting Vioxx Data

Brucy Psaty and Richard Kronmal published a report in JAMA saying Merck minimized the risk of death in studies performed in 2001 on people with Alzheimer's disease.

Prescription Drug Overdoses Continue to Rise

Caleb Banta-Green, PhD student in Health Services, says the rate of accidental drug overdose deaths in King County increased 56 percent in 2006.

Government Seeks Help with Vaccine Questions

Christopher Carlson served on a panel evaluating vaccine-safety questions for the CDC.

Jared's Way is Subpar

Adam Drewnowski questions Jaren Fogle's strategy for fighting obesity. Fogle is "the Subway guy."

The Zone for Students with Active Brains

Adam Drewnowski was featured in a recent Seattle PI Newspapers in Education page on health and nutrition.

Learning: How Much Tube Time is Too Much

Research by Dimitri Christakis about the impact of TV viewing on infants and preschoolers is featured.

Seattle Institute Aims to Help Cure World-Health Data Disorder

Another article about the first international board meeting and scientific conferences hosted by Christopher Murray, Professor of Global Health, and the UW Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation.

UW Hosts Key Players in Global Health Effort

Christopher Murray, Professor of Global Health and Director of the UW Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, hosts participants from around the world to improve assessment of global health.

Sweet'N Fat? Some Suggest Sugar Substitute Drives Weight Gain

Adam Drewnowski, Professor of Epidemiology and Director of the Center for Public Health Nutrition, disputes a study linking diet sweeteners and weight gain.

Inequality May Sicken Us--Really

Stephen Bezruchka, Senior Lecturer in Health Services, says inequality is killing us in this column that also promotes a PBS documentary series titled, "Unnatural Causes . . . Is Inequality Making Us Sick?"

Monitoring Stations Keep an Eye on Pesticide Drift

Richard Fenske, Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, leads the air monitoring effort for the state Department of Health.

Healthy Eating Out in Atlanta: Fewer Calories, More Nutrients

Adam Drewnowski and other UW researchers are working to come up with a ranking system that gives higher scores to foods that deliver the most bang for the buck nutritionally.

Study Shows Comprehensive Sex Education Reduces Teen Pregnancy

A new study by SPHCM researchers found that students who receive comprehensive sex edcuation are half as likely to become teen parents as those who receive abstinence-only sex education.

UW Researchers Say Comprenhensive Sex Ed Cuts Teen Pregnancies

Pamela Kohler, Lisa Manhart, and Bill Lafferty analyzed results of a national survey and found that adolescents receiving comprehensive sex education are half as likely to become pregnant.

Two Inquiries Look at Threat Diacetyl May Pose to Cooks

David Bonauto, Barbara Silverstein, and Carolyn Whitaker were quoted in this story about the threat to cooks from butter-flavored oils containing diacetyl. Bonauto and Whitaker are DEOHS alumni; Bonauto and Silverstein are auxiliary faculty in the Department.

Thousands Could Have Been Exposed to Deadly Gas on Tacoma's Tideflats

Richard Gleason is quoted in an article about poison gas escaping from the Pioneer Americas plant and the city's response to the incident.

Obesity Study to Examine Disparities

Adam Drewnowski and the Center for Obesity Research received a $1.5 million grant to study the geographic and economic indicators of obesity.

Teens Have Too Much Screen Time

A new survey says teens, especially those in poor neighborhoods, have too much screen time. Frederick Zimmerman comments on the tough choices parents face.

Research Suggests Ways to Slow Flu Pandemic

Research by Elizabeth Halloran and Ira Longini suggests that public health interventions could contain the spread of pandemic flu in cities.

Baby Einstein alters claim that its DVDs educate infants

Dr. Dimitri Christakis is quoted in an article on Baby Einstein changing language promoting some baby DVDs.

Discoveries: Don't Count on TV as a Lullaby

Dr. Dimitri Christakis is quoted about the growing body of research finding that TV can disrupt sleep for infants and children under age 3.

Grocers Aim to Tell You How Your Food Measures Up

Dr. Adam Drewnowski, Professor and Director of the Nutritional Sciences Program, heads the Nutrient Rich Foods Coalition, a group developing nutrient profiling to help consumers make healthier choices at the grocery store.

TV Could Be Disrupting Your Kid's Sleep

In a study co-led by Dr. Dimitri Christakis, Director of the Child Health Institute,it was found that children under age 3 who watch TV are at higher risk of disturbed sleep.

Regular Yoga Practice May Help Prevent Middle-Age Spread

Dr. Alan Kristal, Professor of Epidemiology and Member of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, led this study.

Saccharin May Lead to Weight Gain

Adam Drewnowski, Professor of Epidemiology and Director of the Nutritional Sciences Program, was quoted in this article.

MHA student named one of CNN's Heroes

Peter Kithene, a first year student in the Master of Health Administration program, has been named one of six CNN Heroes. Kithene founded the Mama Maria health clinic, which provides medical care and HIV/AIDS education to the rural village in Kenya where he was raised. View an interview with Peter on the CNN website.

A High Price for Healthy Food

This article is based on research by Dr. Adam Drewnowski, Professor of Epidemiology and Director of the Center for Public Health Nutrition.

Genetic Study Bolsters Columbus Link to Syphilis

Dr. Sheila Lukehart, Professor in the Schools of Medicine and Public Health, urges caution in an article linking early explorers to the first syphilis epidemic.

Pesticide Blood Test Results May Be Flawed

Dr. David Kalman, Professor and Chair of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, was quoted.

Grading on the Curve

Professor Adam Drewnowski was interviewed on NPR's "On The Media" about his new system for rating food.

Healthy Food Getting More Expensive

Adam Drewnowski, Professor of Epidemiology and Director of the Center for Public Health Nutrition, and others have found that the price of healthy food is climbing faster than inflation while junk food is becoming cheaper.

Promoting Health--From the Heart

The UW's Health Promotion Research Center helped develop the EnhanceFitness group exercise program for seniors, which is now used in community-based settings in 22 states to promote healthier aging.

Who Can Afford to Eat Right? Healthy Foods are Too Expensive For Millions, Research Shows.

Professor Adam Drewnowski, Director of the Center for Public Health Nutrition, was interviewed for this article.

Junk Food County: Why many rural Americans can't get nutritious foods.

Recent studies show that many rural families are dependent on high-fat food from convenience stores. Professor Adam Drewnowski is quoted.

Healthier foods getting more costly, study says

The research of Adam Drewnowski, Professor of Epidemiology and Director of the Center for Public Health Nutrition, is featured in this Seattle Times article.

Heritage Foundation on Hunger: Let Them Eat Broccoli

Professor Adam Drewnowski's research is cited in this Mother Jones opinion piece. (December 3, 2007)

Strong Medicine

Professor of Global Health Christopher Murray's work evaluating the effectiveness of national health systems was profiled in this quarter's Columns, the university's alumni magazine. He discussed his work during last quarter's Distinguished Faculty Lecture, which is available as a podcast or as streaming video.

Is It Healthy? Food Rating Systems Battle It Out

Adam Drewnowski, Professor of Epidemiology and Director of the Center for Public Health Nutrition, is quoted in this New York Times article about confusing food health claims. (December 1, 2007)