Your tax money will pay to clean up forest after shooting club used it for decades

KIRO-TV, May 16, 2013
John Kissel talks about lead contamination in soil in a KIRO-TV investigation of a site outside of Index, Wash., where a shooting range once operated.

Eating Peppers May Lower Risk of Parkinson's

Annals of Neurology, May 9, 2013
Eating peppers and other foods that contain nicotine may lower the risk of Parkinson's disease.

Govts and Food Industry to be Held Accountable for Obesity: Expert

ABC News Australia, May 8, 2013
Adam Drewnowski,/a>, director of the Center for Public Health Nutrition, says government departments need to be held responsible for Australia's excessive weight crisis.

Some Hospitals Charge Vastly More for Same Care

KING 5 TV, May 8, 2013
Aaron Katz, professor of Health Services, comments on the government's release of data comparing hospital charges.

Statins Tied to Better Prostate Cancer Outcomes

New York Times Well Blog, May 6, 2013
A new study suggests that men with prostate cancer who take statins may have a lower risk of dying from the disease than those who do not.

Employers Love Wellness Programs. But Do They Work?

Bloomberg Businessweek, May 6, 2013
Many large companies have wellness programs that measure factors such as weight, blood pressure and cholesterol. Wellness programs alone won't deliver savings or make employees healthier, says Jeffrey Harris, professor of health services.

Nutritional Information Slow to Arrive on Menus

The Herald, May 6, 2013
A King County ordinance requires chain restaurants with 15 or more locations to provide nutritional information about each menu item. A UW study found that the number of calories listed declined after labeling regulations took effect.

Breast cancer survivors not meeting minimum exercise recommendations

Healio, May 6, 2013

Nearly four of every five breast cancer survivors do not meet national exercise recommendations 10 years after their diagnosis, study results showed.

At 2-year follow-up, 34% of women included in the study met US physical activity guidelines. The adherence rate increased to 39.5% at 5 years but fell to 21.4% at 10 years after diagnosis.

“Most breast cancer survivors are not following even the minimum recommendations for physical activity and their activity levels significantly decline over time,” Anne McTiernan, MD, PhD, Research Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Washington, told HemOnc Today.

Gluten Free Doesn't Always Mean Healthy

The Seattle Times, May 5, 2013
Gluten-free foods can be highly processed and full of sugar, fat and other unhealthy ingredients, writes Nutritional Sciences Program graduate student Carrie Dennett.

ASUW Senate Says Smokers Can Stay

The Daily, May 1, 2013
Kate Cole, who graduated from the School of Public Health last June, pushed for a smoke-and-tobacco-free policy on the UW campus. But the student Senate say it would infringe on individual rights.

Health Habits Worth Rethinking: Texting While You Walk

ABC News, April 30, 2013
Epidemiologist Beth Ebel cautions against texting while crossing the street.

HIV Tests No Longer Just For High Risk Groups

KUOW, April 30, 2013
New US guidelines recommend that every person between the ages of 15 and 65, regardless of risk factors, should get routinely tested for HIV. Joanne Stekler, adjunct assistant professor of epidemiology, is quoted.

OSHA Needs a Whole New Approach

New York Times, April 29, 2013
In the New York Times' Room for Debate section, Michael Silverstein, clinical professor of environmental and occupational health sciences, proposes ways to strengthen OSHA.

Africa Must Confront Cancer

Seattle Times, April 26, 2013
Cancer is now a major and growing public-health challenge in Africa and other developing countries, writes guest columnist Kingsley Ikenna Ndoh, a Nigerian doctor pursuing his MPH.

Another Experimental AIDS Vaccine Fails, But That’s Progess in Science

Humanosphere, April 26, 2013
Federal health officials announced they are halting a study of an experimental AIDS vaccine due to evidence the vaccine didn't protect against HIV infection. Julie McElrath and James Kublin are quoted.

Is Air Pollution Contributing To Hardened Arteries?

Time, April 26, 2013
Smog and car exhaust can take a toll on the heart, and the latest research by Sara Adar and Joel Kaufman explores how.

Health Sciences Students Named Magnuson Scholars

The Daily, April 25, 2013
One of this year’s Magnuson Scholars, Cynthia Curl, is pleased to be recognized for the importance of her research in the School of Public Health. Her work revolves around identifying the health effects of consuming pesticides in food.

Is Breathing Smoggy Air Hardening Your Arteries?

Forbes, April 25, 2013
Breathing particulate-laden air may be hardening your arteries faster than normal, according to research led by the University of Michigan and University of Washington School of Public Health.

Air pollution speeds us 'hardening of arteries,' increases heart risk

United Press International, Inc., April 25, 2013
Study led by Sara Adar and Joel Kaufman finds higher concentrations of fine particulate air pollution were linked to a faster thickening of the inner two layers of the common carotid artery.

Spending Teenage Years in the 'Stroke Belt' Seems to Increase Risk

Los Angeles Times, April 24, 2013
Spending adolescence in the 'stroke belt' of the southeastern United States could make people more vulnerable to stroke later in life. Ali Mokdad, professor of global health, is quoted.

Workers Memorial Day Honors those who Died on the Job

UW Today, April 23, 2013
The 65 workers who died from job-related injuries or illnesses in Washington state this past year will be remembered at a ceremony organized by the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences at the School of Public Health.

Polio Endgame? Bill Gates Enlists Islamic Nations in Final Push for Eradication

The Seattle Times, April 23, 2013
Bill Gates and other leaders push for $5.5 billion to wipe out polio by 2018. Dean Howard Frumkin and Chris Elias are quoted.

Washington L&I Tightening Opioid Prescribing for Injured Workers

Occupational Health & Safety, April 23, 2013
Gary Franklin says new rules for prescribing pain medication have made a difference: there are fewer deaths among injured workers.

Workers Memorial Day event takes place April 24 at HUB Lyceum

UW News, April 23, 2013
Nancy Simcox and the DEOHS Student Advisory Group led efforts to commemorate Worker Memorial Day at the UW.

Air Pollution Linked to Hardening of Arteries

PLoS Medicine, April 23, 2013
Long-term exposure to air pollution may be linked to heart attacks and strokes by speeding up atherosclerosis.

Not Enough Data to Support Suicide Screening: Panel

Reuters, April 22, 2013
A government panel says there is not enough evidence to recommend universal screening to find people at risk of suicide. Professor David Grossman, who served on the task force, is quoted.

Antibiotics in animal feed encourages drug-resistant bacteria

Seattle Times, April 20, 2013
Low-dose antibiotics in animal feed constitutes a human health hazard, writes Marilyn Roberts.

Antibiotics in Animal Feed Encourages Drug-Resistant Bacteria

The Seattle Times, April 20, 2013
Low-dose antibiotics in animal feed constitutes a human health hazard, writes Professor Marilyn C. Roberts.

Walkable Neighborhoods May Not Increase Walking

Health & Place, April 19, 2013
Neighborhood walkability was not independently associated with greater walking among post-menopausal women when individual characteristics such as income and education were taken into account.

Health Metrics Professor Develops Award-Winning Algorithm

The Daily, April 19, 2013
Abraham Flaxman, assistant professor of global health, has developed a new algorithm that can predict a patient’s risk and probability of mortality within 30 days of having a heart attack.

Walking Speed and Early Death in Kidney Disease Patients

Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, April 18, 2013
Patients with chronic kidney disease who had slower walking speeds had a greater risk of death, according to a study by Baback Roshanravan and colleagues.

New Schizophrenia Genes Discovered Through Innovative Genetic Sequencing

Brain & Behaviour Research Foundation, April 15, 2013
Debby W. Tsuang, M.D., M.Sc., an adjunct professor of Epidemiology at the University of Washington, with the support of a NARSAD Independent Investigator Grant, used innovative family-based methods to study genetic susceptibility to schizophrenia.

Grizzly Bears may have Diet Lessons that can be Helpful for Humans

Washington Post, April 15, 2013
Incoming professor Peter Rabinowitz will establish a One Health Center, an initiative founded on the idea that closer collaboration between physicians and veterinarians can benefit all species.

Scientific Declaration on Polio Eradication

Emory University, April 11, 2013
Dean Howard Frumkin and more than 400 other scientists, doctors and technical experts from 80 countries have signed the Scientific Declaration on Polio Eradication.

Dr. Howard Frumkin Urges Medical, Nursing Students to Consider Human Habitats

The Lund Report, April 10, 2013
During a keynote address at the 10th annual Western Regional International Health Conference in Portland, School of Public Health Dean Howard Frumkin stressed the need to build healthier cities.

Graduate Student Cynthia Curl named SPH Magnuson Scholar for 2013-14.

SPH Website, April 10, 2013
DEOHS Graduate Student Cynthia Curl was named the 2013-14 SPH Magnuson Scholar for her research on pesticides, diet, and health effects.

Alcohol Increases Risk of Breast Cancer but Helps Survivors Live Longer

The Seattle Times, April 8, 2013
While alcohol consumption is considered a risk for getting breast cancer, moderate drinking holds cardiovascular benefits that can increase longevity for the cancer survivors, says a new study led by Polly Newcomb.

Explore Global Health through the Arts during Global Health Week

UW Today, April 4, 2013
The intersection of global health and the arts – dance, photography, cinema, theater and music – will be explored at the UW as part of Global Health Week April 15 - 20.

Washington's Medicaid Expansion to Yield Net Benefit

International Examiner, April 3, 2013
Health policy experts like Susan Allan expect that the Medicaid expansion will save the state money, since the federal government will pick up the tab on new enrollees.

Maternal Morbidity, a new Problem in Rural India

Deccan Herald, April 3, 2013
Rapid rollout of institutional child delivery in the last five years without adequate trained manpower in rural India has spawned a new problem of “maternal morbidity” in which women suffer from serious health consequences. Abhijit Das is quoted.

Pay What You Weigh to Fly

ABC News, April 2, 2013
Samoa Air has just become the world's first airline with pay-as-you-weigh pricing -- asking heavier passengers to fork over more money for their fares. Andy Dannenberg is quoted.

The King of Global Health

Humanosphere, March 29, 2013
In this podcast interview, Global Health Department Chair King Holmes describes the evolution of what we now call global health, how Seattle established its leadership and where it’s all headed.

Study: Duwamish Valley's Residents have Shorter Lives

Seattle Times, March 27, 2013
Some residents of the Duwamish Valley in south Seattle have more health problems than residents elsewhere in the city, an EPA-funded study finds. Bill Daniell is quoted.

Mammograms Every Two Years Best for Women 50-74

JAMA Internal Medicine, March 26, 2013
Women ages 50-74 who received a mammogram every two years rather than annually are not at increased risk of developing advanced breast cancer or large tumors.

Language Barrier puts Latina Breast Cancer Patients at Risk

KOMO 4 News, March 26, 2013
Researchers have found there are not enough Spanish-language resources available for Latina patients, which means it can take too long to diagnose breast cancer following a mammogram. Beti Thompson is quoted.

Study: Residents of Walkable Areas Don't Always Walk More

KPLU, March 25, 2013
A study in Seattle suggests people don't necessarily walk more just because they live in a walkable area. Brian Saelens is quoted.

Chiding Congress: Seattle First City to Fund Gun Violence Research

NBC News, March 22, 2013
Seattle is poised to become the first city in the nation to provide direct funding for research into the causes and effects of gun violence. Epidemiologist Frederick Rivara is quoted.

Innovator: Sharon Terry's Global Database for Disease Research

Bloomberg Businessweek, March 21, 2013
Sharon Terry heads the Genetic Alliance, a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit network linking patient groups and researchers. Kelly Edwards is quoted.

2013 Gairdner Global Health Award goes to King Holmes

The Lancet, March 20, 2013
Global Health Chair King Holmes has been awarded the Gairdner Foundation’s 2013 prize for Global Health, honoring his research in the field of STDs. This UW Today story has more details.

PEARLS Helps End Depression for Seattle's Filipino Elders

New America Media, March 19, 2013
The Program to Encourage Active and Rewarding Life for Seniors (PEARLS), a program developed at the School of Public Health in the late 1990s, uses a problem-solving approach to help people 55 or older overcome minor depression before it becomes major.

Night Shifts May Raise Risk of Ovarian Cancer

Web MD, March 18, 2013
The finding of an increase in the risk of ovarian cancer with night shift work is consistent with those found for breast cancer, writes research assistant professor of epidemiology Parveen Bhatti, PhD, and colleagues from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle.

Mammogram Scares Leave Lasting Fears, Research Finds

NBCNews.com, March 18, 2013
A study shows many women suffer intense stress after being called back for a follow-up after a mammogram -- and that the stress lasts long after other tests show they are cancer-free.

How Sweet It Is

New York Times, March 15, 2013
This book review of Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us, by Michael Moss, mentions research on obesity by Adam Drewnowski, professor of epidemiology.

UW Project Seeks to Harvest Fog for Irrigation

The Seattle Times, March 15, 2013
With a grant from the EPA, a group of researchers and students is experimenting with ways to capture fog and wring out its moisture for irrigation and other uses in Peru. Global health faculty members Susan Bolton and Ben Spencer are quoted.

Night Shift Link to Ovarian Cancer

BBC News, March 14, 2013
A study led by Parveen Bhatti of more than 3,000 women suggested that working overnight increased the risk of early-stage cancer by 49 percent compared with doing normal office hours.

SPH Places Highly in Ranking of Graduate Programs by US News

UW Today, March 13, 2013
The School of Public Health ranked sixth in the nation in 2011, according to US News & World Report. The Department of Biostatistics tied for third among all biostatistics and statistics programs (combined) and was also tied for first in biostatistics programs alone.

Lower Duwamish Waterway Plan Open for Public Comment

KPLU, March 11, 2013
The Environmental Protection Agency has released a plan to clean up the polluted Duwamish River in south Seattle. The School of Public Health is working with local residents on a Health Impact Assessment of the cleanup plan.

UW Hopes to Advance IHME Global Health Study Findings

The Daily, March 11, 2013
The most comprehensive analysis of global health in the world now allows for country-by-country comparison and features new data visualization tools.

UW Research Group Reduces Lead Exposure at Gun Ranges

The Daily, March 7, 2013
The School's Field Research and Consultation Group, led by Martin Cohen, examines the dangers to health posed by lead in the smoke of fired bullets.

Three From UW Named Sloan Research Fellows

The Daily, March 5, 2013
Daniela Witten, assistant professor of Biostatistics, was one of three UW faculty to receive a two-year, $50,000 Sloan Research Fellowship.

Colon Cancer Screening Doubles Using e-Health Records

Annals of Internal Medicine, March 5, 2013
Screening for colorectal cancer doubled when patients who had not been screened regularly were identified though electronic health records and contacted automatically by mail.

Foods Might Serve Up High Levels of Chemicals Found in Plastics

HealthDay, February 27, 2013
New study led by Sheela Sathyanarayana: Contaminated diet contributes to phthalate and bisphenol A exposure.

High fat dairy, spices found to contain high levels of chemical used in plastic

King 5, February 27, 2013
High fat dairy, spices found to contain high levels of chemical used in plastic. Study by Sheela Sathyanarayana.

Diet Contributes to Phthalate and BPA Exposures

Nature Journal of Exposure Science and Environmental Epidemiology, February 27, 2013
A study led by Sheela Sathyanarayana finds we may be exposed to bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates in our diet.

CT Scans for Lung Cancer may Save Lives

Fox News, February 25, 2013
Screening heavy smokers for lung cancer with a CT scan could potentially prevent thousands of deaths from lung cancer a year, a new study suggests. Larry Kessler, chair of health services, comments.

Increased Humidity From Climate Change Could Make It Harder To Tolerate Summers

NPR, February 25, 2013
A study in Nature Climate Change says that global warming will noticeably reduce the amount of time people can spend working and playing safely outside. Dean Howard Frumkin is interviewed.

Certain Television Fare Can Help Ease Aggression in Young Children, Study Finds

New York Times, February 21, 2013
Teaching parents to switch channels from violent shows to educational TV can improve preschoolers' behavior, even without getting them to watch less, a UW study found.

Most Women Misunderstand IUD Birth Control

Reuters, February 21, 2013
Most women had inaccurate perceptions about the safety and effectiveness of intrauterine devices (IUDs) in preventing pregnancy, according to research led by Lisa Callegari, an epidemiology master's student and a clinical assistant professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Changing TV Content Can Improve Children's Behavior

Pediatrics, February 18, 2013
Parents of preschool-aged children who switched to less violent screen content found their children behaved better, according to a study led by Dimitri Christakis.

Health Care Act Leaves Employees in Limbo

KING 5 TV, February 14, 2013
How will the Affordable Care Act affect businesses? Senior Lecturer in Health Services Aaron Katz explains.

Gun Range Under Fire Over Lead in Blood of Workers

Seattle Times, February 13, 2013
Richard Gleason is quoted on safety measures for workers in Seattle Times story on employees suing gun range over lead exposure.

Many Patients Misunderstand Intrauterine Contraception

Contraception, February 10, 2013
Most women seeking primary care have inaccurate perceptions about the effectiveness and safety of intrauterine contraception.

Puget Sound Air Pollution's Surprising Effect on Unborn Babies

King 5, February 6, 2013
Sheela Sathyanarayana discusses how low level pollution might negatively impact unborn children.

Forum Addresses Public-Health Side of Gun Violence

The Daily, February 5, 2013
More than 250 people gathered at Town Hall Seattle to hear panelists from the School of Public Health and King County bring a public-health perspective to to the issue of gun violence.

Gun Violence: A Public Health Crisis

Crosscut, February 4, 2013
Gun violence extracts a heavy toll on our communities and requires public health solutions. SPH faculty contribute to a guest editorial calling for better data and more effective policies.

Cancer - Africa's Ticking Time Bomb

News Nest (Nigeria), February 3, 2013
Africa has a great window of opportunity to prevent avoidable deaths due to cancer, writes Global Health MPH candidate Kingsley Ndoh.

School of Dentistry launches Center for Global Oral Health

UW Today, February 1, 2013
A new Center for Global Oral Health will be led by Timothy DeRouen and will work with the School of Public Health.

Pesticide Exposure & Your Child

RadioMD Healthy Children, January 30, 2013
Associate Professor Catherine Karr talks about children and pesticide exposure on RadioMD.

Sweating Bullets

The Daily, January 29, 2013
Policies on gun control should be based on evidence, not opinion, says epidemiologist Fred Rivara. But Rivara said he stopped researching guns in the mid ’90s when federal funds for gun research dried up.

UW School of Public Health State of the School 2013

YouTube, January 25, 2013
Dean Howard Frumkin reviews the School’s achievements in 2012 and talks of future plans and challenges in his annual State-of-the-School address.

HIV 'May Have an Ancient Origin'

BBC News, January 25, 2013
The origins of HIV can be traced back millions rather than tens of thousands of years, UW research suggests. Michael Emerman, affiliate professor of global health, is quoted.

UW Graduate School welcomes new dean

The Daily, January 23, 2013
UW Graduate School welcomes new dean: David Eaton.

Night Shifts Linked to Ovarian Cancer

Occupational and Environmental Medicine, January 23, 2013
Working night shifts was linked to an increased risk of ovarian cancer in women 50 or older, according to a study led by Parveen Bhatti.

Half of U.S. Babies May Miss On-Time Vaccinations

Science News, January 22, 2013
A new study suggests that half of U.S. babies don't get routine vaccinations on time, some of them because parents put off the shots. Epidemiologist Edgar Marcuse is quoted.

Deep-Fried Foods Linked to Risk of Prostate Cancer

The Prostate, January 17, 2013
Regularly eating certain deep-fried foods is associated with an increased risk of prostate cancer, says a new study by SPH and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

Study Highlights the Risk of Handing Over Your Genome

MIT Technology Review, January 17, 2013
Researchers found they could tie people's identities to supposedly anonymous genetic data by cross-referencing it with information available online. Epidemiologist Wylie Burke is quoted.

Less reaction to DTaP vaccine given in kids' thighs than arms

Eurekalert, January 16, 2013

Children age 12 to 35 months who receive DTaP vaccine in their thigh muscle rather than their arm are around half as likely to be brought in for medical attention for an injection-site reaction.

"These local reactions are the most common side effect of vaccinations," said study leader Lisa A. Jackson, MD, MPH, a research professor of Epidemiology at the University of Washington.

School of Public Health Thrived in 2012

NWCPHP News, January 16, 2013
Dean Howard Frumkin highlights achievements for the year while reviewing progress toward the School's strategic goals.

Less Reaction to Vaccines When Given in Children's Thighs

Pediatrics, January 14, 2013
Injection in the thigh rather than the arm is associated with fewer local reactions to the DTaP vaccine in children 12 to 35 months old, says a study led by Lisa Jackson.

What Would The Expansion Of Medicaid Mean For Washington State?

KUOW, January 14, 2013
Health Services Lecturer Aaron Katz discusses the impact of Medicaid expansion with KUOW's Ross Reynolds.

HPV Vaccine Gains Favor in Sub-Saharan Africa

Maclean's, January 11, 2013
The success of the vaccine is being watched closely by scientists who see it as a model for future vaccines targeted to adolescents. Vivien Tsu, an epidemiologist, is quoted.

Ugandan doctor helping reshape cancer care there

The Seattle Times, January 9, 2013

Jackson Orem gave up the potential for a lucrative practice in the U.S. in order to return home to Uganda, where as the country's only cancer doctor he saw 10,000 patients a year. Now he's at the forefront of improving and expanding cancer care there.

In 2004, he began working with Dr. Corey Casper, an adjunct Associate Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Washington and others from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

David Eaton Selected as Dean of Graduate School

UW Today, January 8, 2013
David L. Eaton, associate vice provost for research and professor of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, has been selected as dean of the Graduate School, effective March 15.

UW Film about 'Tumor Paint' Makes Finalist in Sundance Competition

The Daily, January 8, 2013
A short film about a new cancer-fighting tool innovated by a team of professionals at UW called tumor paint became a finalist in a film competition about things that are changing the world. Professor Richard Ellenbogen is quoted.

Mexico Aims To Save Babies And Moms With Modern Midwifery

KUOW, January 7, 2013
Health officials are betting a new kind of midwife, one trained in a clinical setting, can offer a solution to Mexico's maternal-death problem. Dilys Walker, associate professor of global health, is quoted.

Op-ed: Climate Change Poses a Public-Health Threat

Seattle Times, January 6, 2013
We need to anticipate the effects of climate change, and prepare for them, to protect the public, writes Dean Howard Frumkin.

Traffic Affects the Poor and People of Color

Sightline, January 4, 2013
Findings from MPH student Jill Schulte's study with King County shows traffic disproportionately affects the poor and people of color.

A Seattle Geneticist Gets the Hollywood Treatment

Seattle Magazine, January 1, 2013
Mary-Claire King, an adjunct professor epidemiology and a pioneering Seattle geneticist who discovered the breast cancer gene, is the subject of a new movie.

Heroin Overdose Antidote Kits Cost Effective

Annals of Internal Medicine, January 1, 2013
Distribution of heroin overdose antidote kits containing naloxone is likely to reduce overdose deaths and is highly cost-effective.

Lung Cancer Mortality in African-Americans Linked with Segregation

JAMA Surgery, January 1, 2013
The rate of lung cancer deaths is higher in African-Americans than Whites and highest in African-Americans living in the most segregated counties, a new study finds.

Forbes Names Daniela Witten a Rising Star

UW Today, December 31, 2012
Daniela Witten, assistant professor of Biostatistics, was named to Forbes' "30 Under 30" list of top young researchers in the field of science and health care.

Study Shows Naloxone Kits Cost-Effective in Preventing Overdose Deaths

UW Today, December 31, 2012
Giving heroin users kits with the overdose antidote naloxone is a cost-effective way to prevent overdose deaths and save lives, according to a study co-authored by Sean Sullivan.

Three Western Washington Deaths Linked to Flu

The Herald, December 28, 2012
Flu is widespread this year. "It's aggressive, early and severe," says epidemiologist Gary Goldbaum.

Has Lego Sold Out?

New York Times, December 22, 2012
Some parents and researchers worry that Lego's branching out into video games and other products results in children using their imagination less. Dimitri Christakis is quoted.

Gun Lobby has Squelched Injury Prevention Research, Doctors Charge

Los Angeles Times, December 21, 2012
Frederick Rivara and Arthur Kellermann (SPH MPH grad) used to conduct research on preventing injuries and deaths due to firearms. Now they accuse the gun lobby of squelching such research in a new Viewpoint in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

American Academy of Pediatrics issues policy statement on pesticide exposure in children

University of Washington, December 19, 2012
Increasing evidence shows urban and rural children are regularly exposed to low levels of pesticides that can have serious long-term health effects, according to a report issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Catherine Karr, an adjunct associate professor of epidemiology, co-authored both papers.

Academy Issues Policy Statement on Pesticide Exposure

UW Today, December 19, 2012
Increasing evidence shows urban and rural children are regularly exposed to low levels of pesticides that can have serious long-term health effects, according to a policy statement by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Catherine Karr is a co-author.

Depression now Leading Cause of Disability Burden Among US, Canadian Teens

Nature Medicine, December 18, 2012
Depression surpassed asthma to claim the number one spot of disability burden in youth in the US and Canada, according to a study by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation. Jurgen Unutzer is quoted.

The Answer is Not More Guns

Salon, December 17, 2012
Epidemiologist Fred Rivara said there is no data supporting the argument that arming citizens will lessen the death toll in massacres like the one in Connecticut.

Safety: Beware Walking and Texting

New York Times, December 17, 2012
Almost a third of pedestrians crossing busy intersections were listening to music, texting or talking on a cellphone, according to a Seattle study led by Beth Ebel.

Ugandan Doctor Helping Reshape Cancer Care There

Seattle Times, December 16, 2012
Dr. Corey Casper has worked with Jackson Orem, a physician who returned to his country, Uganda, to improve cancer care.

Global Burden of Disease Study 2010

The Lancet, December 13, 2012
The largest study of its kind shows that people are living longer but suffering from more disability from chronic diseases and injuries such as back and neck pain.

Healthy Neighborhoods on UW 360

UW TV, December 13, 2012
Dean Howard Frumkin talks with UW 360 about what makes places healthy.

Memorial For U-District Needle Exchange Founder

KUOW, December 13, 2012
Bob Quinn was a public health maverick who played a critical role in HIV prevention, says researcher Caleb Banta-Green.

Genome Challenge Emerges in Society Sharing DNA Benefits

Bloomberg, December 9, 2012
Sharing the benefits of DNA science across social and class lines is one of the next big challenges facing genome researchers. Professor Mary-Claire King is quoted.

Tire Traction and Lower Back Pain

Journal of Safety Research, December 1, 2012
Ergonomics researchers have found that the type of traction chain used on heavy equipment vehicles can impact a driver's exposure to whole body vibration.

A Promising Public Health Dentistry Model for Cameroon

Human Resources for Health, November 26, 2012
Cameroon could expand access to oral health care by using more mid-level dental providers, according to a study led by Global Health MPH graduate Leo Achembong.

After Dozens of Deaths, Inquiry Into Bed Rails

New York Times, November 25, 2012
The US Food and Drug Administration has begun reviewing hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries to mostly older people from the metal rails used on hospital beds and in home care. Professor Larry Kessler is quoted.

Global Partners in Fighting Disease

Washington Post, November 22, 2012
William Foege praises pharmaceutical company Merck for distributing the drug Mectizan to combat river blindness.

Who's Most Likely to Catch the Flu in Washington?

MyNorthwest.com, November 20, 2012
If you think health care workers and teachers are at the highest risk of getting the flu in Washington, you'd be wrong. The first-ever research into who gets the flu most in this state is out. Janitors top the list.

Expansion of Hall Health Program aims to help Tobacco Users

The Daily, November 19, 2012
The UW's Hall Health is expanding its tobacco cessation program, thanks to a $100,000 grant from the Snoqualmie Tribe. Abigail Halperin is quoted.

Let's End the Prescription Drug Death Epidemic

CNN, November 19, 2012
Accidental overdoses are now a leading cause of accidental deaths in the US, surpassing car crashes. Research Professor Gary Franklin is quoted.

Op-ed: Bringing Relief to Food Deserts in King County

Seattle Times, November 16, 2012
Improving access to food sources should be part of good urban design, write guest columnists Adam Drewnowski and Anne Vernez Moudon.

Cutting High-Risk Patient Costs with . . . More Care?

Crosscut, November 16, 2012
A pilot King County program is taking aim at high-risk, high-cost Medicaid patients with a simple concept: More help. Quotes Dan Lessler and Beverly Court.

Low-Level Air Pollution has Modest Effect on Fetal Growth

Air Quality, Atmosphere & Health, November 16, 2012
Exposure to low levels of air pollution in the Puget Sound area has modest effects on fetal growth, with important public health implications, says a study led by Sheela Sathyanarayana.

The Device That Saves Lives, But Can Be Hard to Find

Wall Street Journal, November 12, 2012
A crowd-sourcing effort in Philadelphia mapped AEDs, portable devices that can jump-start the heart. Mickey Eisenberg is quoted.

Janitors and Cleaners Most Likely to Get the Flu

PLoS One Journal, November 12, 2012
Janitors, cleaners and secretaries appear to be more likely to catch the flu, while truck drivers and construction workers are least likely.

Healthy Human Habitats: Howard Frumkin at TEDxRainier

TedX YouTube Channel, November 10, 2012

Vitamin D May Help Prevent Tooth Decay

Nutrition Reviews, November 9, 2012
Vitamin D is associated with lower rates of tooth decay, according to a review of two dozen studies by Philippe Hujoel.

American Public Health Association Takes Stand Against Military Recruiting in Nation's High Schools

Department of Global Health News, November 8, 2012
Work by Assistant Professor Amy Hagopian led the American Public Health Association to adopt a policy statement opposing military recruiting in the nation’s primary and secondary schools.

In Africa, We Must Do the Most Good with Each Pound Spent on AIDS-HIV

The Guardian, November 8, 2012
In the first cost-benefit analysis of its kind, Dean Jamison and Robert Hecht say that a small amount of additional funds devoted to vaccine research could have substantial impact in bringing breakthroughs forward.

SPH Students Write Coastal Water Resolution for American Public Health Association

SPH News, November 7, 2012
The American Public Health Association urged Congress to modernize the nation's Clean Water Act to protect coastal water quality. The resolution was written by six University of Washington public health graduate students.

Unlikely Model in HIV Efforts: Sex Film Industry

New York Times, November 5, 2012
Thirty-five diseases — including drug-resistant gonorrhea — can be transmitted sexually, and the industry tests for only four, says King Holmes, chairman of the global health department.

UW Global Health Dept. Launches New PhD Program

The Daily, November 2, 2012
The Department of Global Health has started a new a doctoral degree program that is the first of its kind to focus on global health metrics and implementation science. Assistant Professor Kenneth Sherr is quoted.

Study Links Particulate Matter to Atherosclerosis

Journal of the American College of Cardiology, November 1, 2012
Long-term exposure to air pollution may be a risk factor for vascular diseases, according to a new study led by research scientist Ranjini Krishnan.

Seattle AIDS Vaccine Scientists Celebrate New Clues - and Uncertainty

Humanosphere, October 31, 2012
"We now know that a vaccine against HIV is truly possible," says James Kublin, clinical associate professor of global health.

Critics Want More Bicycle Helmet Enforcement

KING 5 TV, October 30, 2012
About a third of cyclists in the Seattle area don't wear helmets. Epidemiologist Fred Rivara believes many injuries would be prevented if officers enforced King County's helmet law.

Vaccinate now for the flu season

The Enumclaw Courier-Herald, October 29, 2012
"We've begun to get reports of confirmed influenza infections in our community, including our schools," said Dr. Jeff Duchin, Adjunct Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Washington.

Air Pollution Damages Arterial Function

Med Page Today, October 26, 2012
Chronic exposure to air pollution linked to atherosclerosis in published study. Research Scientist Ranjini Krishnan, lead author of the article, is cited.

Cancer Epidemiologist John Potter to Receive IARC Award

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, October 22, 2012
Cancer epidemiologist John Potter, M.D., Ph.D., a Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Washington, has been selected to receive a medal of honor from the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer for his research contributions in nutrition, diet and cancer.

Separated bike lanes make cyclists safer, study says

The Globe and Mail, October 20, 2012
Study led by Kay Teschke (PhD, Industrial Hygiene and Safety, 1994) finds cyclists far safer if they ride on a physically separated bike lane than alongside cars on busy city streets.

Colorectal cancer genetics research gets $13 million boost

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, October 18, 2012
Uncovering colon cancer’s genetic roots is the focus of a new $13 million, four-year, National Cancer Institute-funded project at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Ulrike (Riki) Peters, Ph.D., M.P.H., a Research Associate Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Washington, will lead the effort.

Two Portland-based U.S. Health Research Centers will Advise Doctors, Health Plans

The Oregonian, October 18, 2012
The U.S. government will rely on 11 health research centers to evaluate medical practices and treatments. One is the Pacific Northwest Evidence-based Practice Center, which partners with the UW's Center for Comparative and Health System Effectiveness (CHASE Alliance).

Collaborative Care Teams Improve Mental Health Outcomes

Health Behavior News Service, October 17, 2012
Depressive and anxiety disorders occur in a fifth of patients visiting primary care physicians, but aren't always recognized, says Wayne Katon.

Three School of Public Health faculty members elected to Institute of Medicine

UW News, October 16, 2012
Three faculty members from the UW School of Public Health, including Andy Stergachis, professor of epidemiology, were elected to the prestigious Institute of Medicine, one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine. Their election brings the total number of UW faculty members in the Institute of Medicine to 56.

Three SPH Faculty Elected to Institute of Medicine

UW School of Public Health News, October 15, 2012
Chris Elias, Thomas Fleming and Andy Stergachis have been elected to the Institute of Medicine, one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine.

'Food Deserts' Abound in King County for Those without Cars

UW Today, October 8, 2012
Take away the car, and food deserts — areas where low-income people have limited access to low-cost, nutritious food — appear to fill the map. Research by Professor Adam Drewnowski is cited.

Can Social Networks Help Researchers Identify Groups At Risk For Obesity?

The Daily, October 8, 2012
A research team led by Ali Shojaie, assistant professor of Biostatistics, is investigating the connection between people’s social network and their physical health — specifically, their weight.

Changing Her Mind, a Queens Woman Decides to Remain on Life Support

New York Times, October 6, 2012
J. Randall Curtis, adjunct professor of health services, discusses the clash of decision-making within the family in life-support cases.

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Awards Dean's Medal to William Foege

Johns Hopkins Public Health News Center, October 5, 2012
Epidemiologist William Foege received the Dean's Medal from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health for playing a leading role in many of the public health campaigns of the past half-century.

Home Dialysis an Option for Some with Chronic Kidney Disease

US News & World Report, October 4, 2012
Home hemodialysis equipment is becoming easier to use, but is available to less than 2 percent of patients with chronic kidney disease, says nephrologist and epidemiologist Bessie Young.

Green Guardian: Yolanda Sanchez fights to protect environment, inspire girls

Viewpoint, October 4, 2012
Yolanda Sanchez (MS/MPA, Environmental Health/Public Affairs, 2007) is profiled in UW Viewpoint.

Overcoming Barriers to Home Dialysis for Kidney Patients

Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, October 4, 2012
Only a fraction of patients with kidney disease use home hemodialysis, despite its benefits and cost-effectiveness, says a review led by Bessie Young.

A 'baker's dozen' for breast health: Tips for breast cancer prevention, screening, treatment and survivorship

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, October 3, 2012
TOP TIPS FOR BREAST CANCER PREVENTION from Anne McTiernan, M.D., Ph.D., Research Professor of Epidemiology at the Univeristy of Washington, and author of “Breast Fitness” (St. Martin’s Press).

Green Guardian -- Yolanda Sanchez Fights to Protect Environment, Inspire Girls

Viewpoint magazine, October 1, 2012
Yolanda Sanchez, MS, Environmental Health, ’07, is profiled for her work protecting the environment for the EPA.

Food Deserts Exist in Seattle Area for Those without Cars

American Journal of Public Health, October 1, 2012
"Food deserts" dramatically increase in the Seattle area if you take away the car and factor in walking.

Feds Probe Whooping Cough Epidemic; Are Vaccines Pooping Out?

Seattle Times, September 29, 2012
Federal disease detectives have been combing through medical records, trying to figure out why Washington state is in the midst of a whooping cough epidemic. Epidemiologist Edgar Marcuse is quoted.

School Awards Pilot Grants To Meet Challenges of 21st Century

SPH News, September 28, 2012
How does Twitter affect obesity? How can we engage diverse groups on the issue of climate change and health? These are some of the research studies funded by five innovative pilot grants just awarded by the School.

Keyboards, Desks can be Hazardous to Your Health

School of Public Health News, September 27, 2012
Peter Johnson and his colleagues are testing computer devices and desks to see what designs keep workers healthier and more productive.

Obesity and Cancer

Quest Online, September 24, 2012
Like many of us, Dr. Mario Kratz spends a lot of time obsessing over fat. But his attention isn’t focused on his waistline. Dr. Kratz is a nutrition researcher at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and a Research Assistant Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Washington.

It's Not All Coffee and Computers as Health Care Innovation Thrives in Washington State

Workforce, September 24, 2012
Washington state is ahead of the curve when it comes to health care reform. William Dowling, professor of Health Services, is quoted.

Air quality: Experts recommend precautions, not panic

Wenatchee World, September 21, 2012
Joel Kaufman recommends that people who live in the Wenatchee Valley should take precautions to limit exposure to smoke from the forest fires, but not to be worry about long-term health effects.

King County Wants More Control Over Teen Smoking Prevention

KING 5 TV, September 20, 2012
KING 5 interviews MPH grad Joy Gilroy, of the Washington Association of Local Public Health Officials, about efforts to change how local jurisdictions can prevent teen smoking.

Native Health Researcher Bikes for Hopi Cancer Assistance Fund

UW Today, September 20, 2012
Angela Gonzales is cycling from Washington to California to raise money for cancer patients at the Hopi Reservation. She and Rachel Winer study human papillomavirus, also known as HPV, in American Indian populations.

Washington State Makes It Harder to Opt Out of Immunizations

New York Times, September 19, 2012
Washington state boasts of cutting-edge vaccine research, but when it comes to getting children immunized, until recently, the state was dead last. Maxine Hayes is quoted.

Officials: Smoke from Idaho wildfire poses health risk

Fox News, September 12, 2012
Smoke from the Idaho wildfire posed a health risk to a small mountain town that was the staging area for firefighters battling the blaze, health officials said. Joel Kaufman comments.

Smoke from Idaho Wildfire Poses Health Risk: Officials

Chicago Tribune, Reuters, September 12, 2012
Smoke from wildfires in Idaho and Washington states poses short-term health problems, but research on long-term effects is limited. Professor Joel Kaufmann is quoted.

Tongan Family And Neighbors Band Together Against Foreclosure

KUOW, September 12, 2012
KUOW profiles a Tongan woman fighting foreclosure in her South Seattle home. Barbara Burns McGrath, an epidemiologist and research associate professor of psychosocial and community health, is quoted.

USDA Report Full of Baloney

Columns magazine, September 10, 2012
The USDA says healthy food is cheaper than junk food. But the agency measures food costs per gram as opposed to per calorie, making vegetables appear cheaper, says Adam Drewnowski, director of Nutritional Sciences.

Vaccine Efficacy Increased against Certain HIV Viruses

Nature, September 10, 2012
Scientists co-led by Paul Edlefsen used genetic sequencing to discover new evidence that the first vaccine shown to prevent HIV infection in people also affected the viruses in those who did become infected.

Text Messaging Improves Attendance at Follow-up Clinic Visits in Kenya

PLoS One Journal, September 5, 2012
Men in Kenya who received daily text messages after they were circumcised were more likely to attend a follow-up visit to check for complications from the procedure, according to a study led by Thomas Odeny, a post-graduate fellow at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation.

Defeating Disease

Columns magazine, September 1, 2012
Presidential Medal of Freedom winner Bill Foege says the global health community has to start focusing more on chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes and heart disease. He also talks about his award, vaccines and the importance of optimism.

Lessons Shared from Restaurant Menu-Labeling Policy

American Journal of Preventive Medicine, September 1, 2012
People seeking to build a healthier environment through better nutrition can learn from the policy-making experiences in the Seattle area, according to a new study led by Donna Johnson.

'Innovator' Spotlight on UW Data Virtuoso

Seattle Times, August 31, 2012
MIT named Abraham Flaxman one of "35 Innovators Under 35." Flaxman took abstract mathematics and applied it to video games, then turned his talents to global public health.

Documents that Changed the World podcasts: John Snow's cholera map, 1854

UW Today, August 28, 2012
A UW podcast celebrates physician John Snow's 1854 map of a cholera outbreak in London. It was a major public health achievement that marked the beginning of modern epidemiology.

R. Palmer Beasley, Expert on Hepatitis B, Dies at 76

New York Times, August 26, 2012
R. Palmer Beasley, a former SPH professor credited with saving millions of lives through his work on Hepatitis B, has died at the age of 76. A past interview with him is available here.

Circumcision benefits outweigh risks, pediatrics report says

Seattle Times, August 26, 2012
The health benefits of circumcision outweigh the negatives, a new American Academy of Pediatrics report says. Professor Douglas Diekema is quoted.

Drop the Pasta, Dad, and No One Gets Hurt

New York Times, August 21, 2012
Fathers worried about gaining weight should pay more attention to overall diet than to nutrition labels, says Adam Drewnowski of the UW Center for Public Health Nutrition.

Program Uses Home Visits to Help Asthmatic Kids Breathe Easier

Seattle Times, August 20, 2012
Community health workers inspect residences for triggers such as dust, poor ventilation and mold that can aggravate asthma. Jim Krieger, MPH grad and clinical professor, is featured.

Weight-Loss Keys: Food Journals, Eating In, Not Skipping Meals

U.S. News, August 16, 2012

If you are trying to lose weight, adopting three key strategies will boost your chances of success, new research suggests.

Keep a food journal, avoid eating out often and don't skip meals.

"Greater food-journal use predicted better weight-loss outcomes, whereas skipping meals and eating out more frequently were associated with less weight loss," writes Dr. Anne McTiernan, a research professor of epidemiology at the University of Washington and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle.

Health in Comprehensive Planning: "We Did It and You Can Too"

Northwest Center for Public Health Practice, August 16, 2012
Scientific evidence on climate change's impact to human health bolsters Clark County Public Health's community planning initiatives.

Can London Learn from New York Public Health Policy?

The Guardian, August 10, 2012
Professor Ali Mokdad suggests ways to fight chronic disease. He cites examples from the city of New York.

If There Were a Health Olympics, the U.S. Wouldn't Even Medal

Seattle Times, August 7, 2012
The US only ranks 34th when it comes to life expectancy, Stephen Bezruchka says in a guest column for The Seattle Times.

Kids who watch age-appropriate TV, movies sleep better

USA Today, August 6, 2012
Changing the type of DVDs, video and TV that preschoolers watch may help them sleep better at night. Michelle Garrison of Health Services is quoted.

Children Sleep Better When They Watch Less Violent TV

Pediatrics, August 6, 2012
Preschool-age children who switched from violent media content to programs like "Sesame Street" slept much better at night. The study was led by Michelle Garrison, acting assistant professor of health services.

New High-tech Devices Monitor Asthma, Raise Awareness

Seattle Times, August 4, 2012
In the past few years, asthma patients have seen technology make the disease more manageable. Professor Dimitri Christakis is quoted.

Counseling Parents About Exposure to BPA and Other Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals

The Quarterly Consult, August 3, 2012
Sheela Sathyanarayana addresses questions about exposure to Bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates.

Experts Fear Whooping Cough Vaccine's Shield Is 'Waning'

NPR, August 3, 2012
Scientists say the current vaccine against whooping cough may be less reliable than an older version, but the vaccine is still the most powerful weapon there is for slowing down the epidemic, says Maxine Hayes of Health Services.

Fudge factor: Americans in denial about weight gain, study says

NBCNews.com, August 1, 2012
People often think they are losing weight when they really aren't, a new study by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation shows.

Drug duo lifts breast-cancer survival rates, study says

Seattle Times, August 1, 2012
Women with metastatic breast cancer treated with a combination of two estrogen-blocking drugs survived more than six months longer than those who took just one of the drugs at a time, according to a study co-authored by William Barlow.

UW Researchers Urge Integrating Deworming into HIV Care in Africa

UW Today, August 1, 2012
HIV care providers in sub-Saharan Africa should be deworming children, UW global health researchers say. PhD student Helen Gerns and Judd Walson are featured.

Why Our Bodies Can't Adequately Fight HIV

Journal of Virology, August 1, 2012
Michael Gale and colleagues have shed light on why the human body cannot adequately fight off HIV.

How the Affordable Care Act could affect Asia-Pacific Islanders

Crosscut, July 27, 2012
Susan Allan of the Northwest Center for Public Health Practice comments on how the Affordable Care Act could affect disadvantaged Asia-Pacific Islanders in the Seattle area.

More older people treated for depression

New York Times, July 25, 2012
More older people are seeking help for depression, but the medical profession doesn't treat them very well yet, says Professor Jurgen Unutzer.

UW researchers to help develop chips of living cells

The Seattle Times, July 24, 2012
Seattle researchers are engineering a kidney tissue chip to predict drug safety. David Eaton is part of the research team.

Scientists discuss a cure for AIDS at international conference

NPR, July 24, 2012
Renee Heffron, a postdoctoral fellow in global health, explains research on HIV that has earned her a Young Investigator Award at the International AIDS Conference.

Seattle researchers to engineer kidney tissue chip for predicting drug safety

UW Today, July 24, 2012
Professor David Eaton will be part of a UW project team engineering and testing a kidney tissue chip designed to predict the safety of drugs.

Polluted Waters: How Clean Is Clean?

KUOW, July 19, 2012
People who fish from the polluted Duwamish River may already experience health disparities, says William Daniell .

Polluted Waters: How Clean Is Clean?

KUOW, July 19, 2012
The Duwamish is an industrial river, but will it ever be clean enough so that people can safely eat the fish? KUOW's special report quotes Professor Bill Daniell.

Restaurant meals a bit healthier after menu law

Reuters, July 19, 2012
Chain restaurants in the Seattle area made changes for the better after a law forced them to put nutrition information on their menus, a study by researcher Barbara Bruemmer finds.

Weight-Loss Keys: Food Journals, Eating In, Not Skipping Meals

US News & World Report, July 13, 2012
New research from Anne McTiernan and colleagues shows that overweight older women who kept track of what they ate lost six more pounds than those who didn't.

Studies highlight effectiveness of HIV prevention drug

CNN, July 11, 2012
A drug widely used to treat HIV is also highly effective at preventing infection in HIV-free individuals, according to new research led by Jared Baeten.

Study Says Meeting Contraception Needs Could Cut Maternal Deaths by a Third

New York Times, July 9, 2012
Global maternal deaths could be reduced by nearly one-third if women had better access to contraceptives, a study says. Rachel Nugent, professor of global health, is quoted.

Washington state casts line for residents' fish-consumption rate

Seattle Times, July 8, 2012
Because fish can harbor toxic chemicals, the state of Washington wants to know how much fish people eat. Affiliate Professor Patricia Cirone is quoted.

In Treatment for Leukemia, Glimpses of the Future

New York Times, July 7, 2012
A university developed a new approach to cancer treatment in a race to treat one of its own researchers. Wylie Burke, a bioethics expert and epidemiologist, is quoted.

Infant Formula Can Be a Major Source of BPA: Experts

US News & World Report, July 6, 2012
Parents can take steps to prevent exposing their infants to bisphenol A, a chemical linked to hormone disruptions, says environmental health pediatrician Sheela Sathyanarayana.

Despite healthy image, Japanese-Americans' diabetes risk higher

KPLU, July 5, 2012
Despite their healthier image, Japanese-Americans have a higher-than-average risk of diabetes, according to Tsukasa Namekata, clinical associate professor of health.

Danish study doesn't change the answer: Don't drink while pregnant

The Seattle Times, July 4, 2012
A Danish study suggests a few drinks per week during pregnancy has no effect on children's intelligence or activity levels. Two University of Washington professors looked at the study and conclude what most research shows; It is not safe to drink during pregnancy.

Danish study doesn't change the answer: Don't drink while pregnant

Seattle Times, July 4, 2012
It's not safe to drink during pregnancy, say epidemiologists Susan Astley and Therese Grant. In a Seattle Times guest column, they comment on a new Danish study.

Heat Wave Health Woes: Hot Temperatures And Excess Pollution Put Children At Risk

Huffington Post, July 3, 2012
Experts fear more spikes in extreme high temperatures. After the elderly, young people remain the most vulnerable to heat waves. Dean Howard Frumkin is quoted.

Here's to Your Health: Design teams are capitalizing on evidence that links the built environment and wellness to make better places for living, healing, and working

Green Source, July 1, 2012
The impact of the built environment on public health is becoming more widely appreciated. Dean Howard Frumkin is quoted.

US wildfires are what global warming really looks like, scientists warn

The Guardian, June 29, 2012
Wildfires offer a preview of the disasters climate change could bring. Dean Howard Frumkin explains the public health impacts, from intense air pollution to post-traumatic stress disorder.

People who walk a lot have lower risk of diabetes

Fox News, June 29, 2012
People who don't exercise much and are at risk of diabetes are less likely to get the disease if they walk more, according to PhD alumna Amanda Fretts.

Supreme Court decision on health-care law a victory for Washington families

Seattle Times, June 28, 2012
The Supreme Court has upheld the Affordable Care Act. Now it's time to move forward, Professor Bob Crittenden says in a Seattle Times guest column.

Northwest Harvest shifts focus to healthy options at food banks

KING 5 TV, June 26, 2012
A local food bank offers healthier options to clients, including more fruits and vegetables. Research by the Center for Public Health Nutrition is mentioned.

Native Americans strive for health against alcohol, chaos and trauma

The Oregonian, June 26, 2012
A Pacific Northwest program treats Native Americans for addiction, while Professor Karina Walters walks with Choctaws along portions of the Trail of Tears.

Seattle Magazine's Top Docs Issue

Seattle Magazine, June 22, 2012
Seattle Magazine has highlighted professors Paul Yager and Judd Walson in its 12th annual Top Docs issue for their work on global health issues.

Pregnant Ugandan Women Don't Always Use Mosquito Nets

PLoS One Journal, June 22, 2012
More than a quarter of pregnant women in Uganda who had access to insecticide-treated mosquito nets did not regularly use them, according to a study led by Laura Sangare, former senior fellow in Global Health.

Monkey Business: A Look Inside the UW’s Primate Research Center

The Daily, June 20, 2012
Thomas Burbacher--who studies the impact of environmental chemicals on a child's development--has a personal story that ties into the need for research with nonhuman primates.

TB: Centre bans ‘inaccurate’ serology tests

Indian Express, June 20, 2012
Health officials in India have banned serological tests for tuberculosis because of their inaccuracy. Research by Karen Steingart of Health Services is cited.

Study: Proximity to healthy foods doesn’t matter. Price does.

Washington Post, June 19, 2012
Lower-cost supermarkets had more obese shoppers, according to a new study by Adam Drewnowski and colleagues that links obesity rates to food prices.

Washington state provides case study on effects of heath-care reform

Washington Post, June 16, 2012
Washington state’s experiment with universal access to health insurance provides a case study for the fate of the federal law. Health Services lecturer Aaron Katz is quoted.

Okitika: Chronic diseases in Nigeria: An urban myth?

The Guardian, Nigeria, June 13, 2012
MPH student Tolu Okitika wrote an opinion piece for The Guardian on environmental health issues in Nigeria.

Okitika: Chronic diseases in Nigeria: An urban myth?

The Guardian (Nigeria), June 13, 2012
Graduate student Tolu Okitika suggests ways to deal with diesel fumes, lead poisoning and other environmental health problems in Nigeria in this guest column.

Ukraine’s Poisoned Past

New York Times, June 12, 2012
Thyroid cancer is prevalent among victims of Chernobyl, but studies have not indicated an increase in leukemia, says Scott Davis, chairman of the department of epidemiology.

Add a laugh track to the movement for income equity and social justice

Humanosphere, June 8, 2012
Grad student Nathan Furukawa says maybe it’s time for activists to use humor when trying to raise awareness about the growing gap between rich and poor.

Lead-Tainted Kids' Shoes From China Seized At Seattle Port

Huffington Post, June 8, 2012
Chinese-made shoes confiscated at the Port of Seattle contained three times the legal limit of lead and posed a hazard to children, says environmental health professor Steven Gilbert.

Will Philadelphia’s experiment in eradicating ‘food deserts’ work?

Washington Post, June 8, 2012
Philadelphia is trying to make healthy food more available, but experts question whether people will eat better. Adam Drewnowski, director of nutritional sciences, is quoted.

Shoes contaminated with lead pose risk to children, says Steven Gilbert.

Huffington Post, June 7, 2012
Shoes contaminated with lead pose risk to children, says Steven Gilbert.

'Being overweight while pregnant affects children'

Jerusalem Post, June 4, 2012
Children whose mothers put on too many pounds when pregnant tended to have long-lasting health problems, including a tendency to be overweight themselves as adults. Epidemiologist David Siscovick took part in this new research.

Obama Tells Donors Health-Care Fight May Loom After Court Rules

Bloomberg, May 31, 2012
Is the White House making contingency plans in case the Supreme Court strikes down the federal health care law? Professor Bob Crittenden is quoted.

Whooping Cough: One Mom’s Story

Seattle/Local Health Guide, May 29, 2012
A mother’s dry, nagging cough almost kills her newborn daughter. In this video, Professor Douglas Diekema says it’s frustrating to see children die from pertussis, a preventable disease.

Obama honors Medal of Freedom recipients as personal heroes, cultural and political greats

Washington Post, May 29, 2012
President Obama has awarded epidemiologist William Foege the Medal of Freedom. The President praised Foege for playing a key role in eradicating smallpox. Read a profile of Foege and watch the ceremony.

NPR, May 25, 2012
The Seattle area has a high survival rate from cardiac arrest, thanks to emergency dispatchers who coach bystanders on CPR. Professor Mickey Eisenberg launched the program.

Property values may point to likelihood of obesity

Seattle P-I, May 24, 2012
The value of one's home may be a better predictor of obesity for women, according to a new study co-authored by graduate student Colin Rehm and Professor Adam Drewnowski.

Federal Grant Helps Seattle Community Clinic

KUOW, May 23, 2012
Community clinics received federal funding for upgrades, but may need additional money to cover the extra operating expenses, says Aaron Katz, a professor of health policy.

Communication Is Key: Jennifer Balkus’ work in Kenya gives a snapshot of research, collaboration, and life abroad

The Daily, May 22, 2012
Jennifer Balkus, outstanding doctoral student in epidemiology, and other SPH students working in Kenya are featured in The (UW) Daily.

When toddlers zone out with an iPad

May 22, 2012
Many children play with touch-screen devices, but little research has been done on the impact of the new technology, says Professor Dimitri Christakis.

Researchers determine Vitamin D blood level for reducing major medical risks in older adults

UW Today, May 21, 2012
The risk of a heart attack, hip fracture or other major medical event rises when Vitamin D levels fall in older adults. Ian de Boer and other UW scientists offer insight into just how much Vitamin D the body needs.

Click It or Ticket: Extra patrols looking for seat belt violations

Tri-City Herald, May 20, 2012
More than 1,000 lives have been saved, thanks to Washington’s 10-year-old seat belt law. “Buckling up is the routine,” says Beth Ebel of the epidemiology department.

Healthy eating can cost less, study finds

Bloomberg Businessweek, May 18, 2012
Junk food is actually more expensive than healthy food, a new USDA report says. Adam Drewnowski, director of the Nutritional Sciences Program, is quoted.

Pennsylvania Doctors Worry Over Fracking 'Gag Rule'

NPR, May 17, 2012
Dean Howard Frumkin comments on a law that tries to balance a company’s trade secrets with the public’s right to know which chemicals they use when drilling for natural gas.

Take action to prevent fatal opiate overdoses

Seattle Times, May 16, 2012
Heroin use and prescription-opiate overdoses are on the rise. Caleb Banta-Green, of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institute, and co-authors suggest what patients, family members and doctors should do to save lives.

Seattle scientists testing first black-fever vaccine

Seattle Times, May 15, 2012
Scientists are testing the first vaccine against leishmaniasis, a disease that affects 12 million people. “For every death you see, there are at least 10 people who have it,” said Steve Reed of the Infectious Disease Research Institute.

New Breast Cancer Study

KUOW, May 14, 2012
A new study in Nature says breast cancer isn’t really just one disease. It’s more like 10. Chris Li, research professor of epidemiology, says the research could ultimately help scientists better treat breast cancer.

Vitamin D Blood Level for Reducing Major Medical Risks in Older Adults Identified

Science Daily, May 11, 2012

To help resolve this debate, University of Washington researchers conducted an observational study. They wanted to learn how much vitamin D must be circulating in the blood to lower the risk of a major medical event. This category included heart attack, hip fracture, diagnosis of cancer, or death.

Their findings are reported May 1, in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ian de Boer, Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Nephrology and Adjunct Assistant Professor of Epidemiology, UW School of Public Health.

UW to collaborate on biodefense drug development

UW Today, May 11, 2012
An $8.1 million grant will fund the development of new drugs to treat some of the world’s most dangerous diseases, including Ebola, plague, Japanese encephalitis and other lethal pathogens. Michael Gale Jr., adjunct professor of global health, is principal investigator.

Whooping Cough Cases Soar

Seattle-King County Public Health, May 10, 2012
According to Seattle-King County Public Health, the county is experiencing the worst whooping cough outbreak in 10 years. One hundred cases were reported in the first three months of the year alone. Information on free vaccinations for the uninsured and fact sheets about the disease can be found at the county website.

UW study shows promise of quicker autism diagnosis

Crosscut, May 9, 2012
Autism affects about one in 90 children. Professor James Woods has found biological clues in urine that could lead to early detection of the disease.

UW study shows promise of quicker autism diagnosis

Crosscut.com, May 8, 2012
A diagnostic laboratory test could identify young children at risk of developing autism. James Woods talks with Crosscut about this research.

Do food deserts matter? Do they even exist?

Washington Post, May 7, 2012
New research questions whether proximity to healthy foods leads to better diets. Adam Drewnowski, director of the Center for Public Health Nutrition, notes that grocery stores with fresh produce are also likely to stock things like chips and cookies.

Scientists Find That Chromosomal Abnormalities are Associated With Aging and Cancer

ENews Park Forest, May 7, 2012
Alterations in chromosomes appear to increase with age and have been associated with a greater risk of cancer, two new studies show. One of the research projects was led by scientists Cathy Laurie and Cecelia Laurie of the Department of Biostatistics.

Despite some international misgivings, Seattle backs Jim Kim’s appointment to World Bank

KPLU-FM, May 4, 2012
Dartmouth President Jim Kim has been chosen next president of the World Bank. His selection generated some controversy, but King Holmes, chair of the Global Health Department, says the move was “brilliant.”

Protecting Public Health And The Anti-Vaccine Movement

KUOW, May 2, 2012
An outbreak of pertussis – or whooping cough – has struck Washington State. Is the anti-vaccine movement to blame? Gary Goldbaum, director of the Snohomish Health District, weighs in on this KUOW radio talk show.

Memorial Held For Workers Who Died On The Job In Washington State

KUOW, April 30, 2012
The UW recently held a memorial for 69 people who died on the job last year in Washington State. Howard Frumkin, dean of the School of Public Health, says immigrant workers in the field are at particular risk.

Can Simply Thinking About Your Phone Lead to a Car Crash?

The Atlantic, April 30, 2012
Just thinking about your phone can lead to a car crash, according to research by UW scientists, including Beth Ebel of the epidemiology department.

Walking to School, Libraries and Markets Helps Keep Kids Slimmer

Time, April 27, 2012
Where people live – including the availability of parks and access to nutritious food – affects the health of their children, according to several new studies. Brian Saelens, author of one of the studies, is quoted.

The red envelope: capitalistic health care in China

The Seattle Times, April 27, 2012
An unusual debate is under way in China: should it adopt a British-style or American-style health-care system? Dean Jamison is quoted in this Seattle Times op/ed.

Bill Foege, man who beat smallpox, to get Presidential Medal of Freedom

Humanosphere, April 26, 2012
William Foege has been selected by President Obama to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the White House has announced. Foege, a UW epidemiologist and former head of the CDC, helped lead efforts to eradicate smallpox.

Investigators to take new look at health effects of Duwamish cleanup

Investigate West, April 26, 2012
Study will identify potential impacts to community from Duwamish River cleanup, explains William Daniell.

Drug-resistant Malaria Spreads

Bangkok Post, April 25, 2012
Malaria resistant to treatment with artemisinin, a current standard therapy, has spread from Cambodia to the Thai-Myanmar border, according to studies in The Lancet and the journal Science. The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation says 1.2 million people die from malaria each year.

UW Study Leads To Clues For Autism Detection

KUOW, April 24, 2012
James Woods talks with KUOW about a potential biomarker for autism.

Tightening the Lid on Pain Prescriptions

The New York Times, April 23, 2012
Washington State leads a new effort to prevent patients from becoming addicted to painkillers. Research by Gary Franklin is cited in this New York Times article.

As heroin death toll rises, antidote is available — but hard to find

The Seattle Times, April 20, 2012
Heroin deaths are on the rise in the Pacific Northwest. Caleb Banta-Green (HServ) and others are pushing for pharmacies to stock Naxolone, a lifesaving opium antidote that is legal in Washington state but hard to find.

Report: U.S., peers must cooperate on import safety

USA Today, April 18, 2012
An expert panel of the Institute of Medicine recommends the FDA work with counterparts throughout the world to assure the quality of food and drugs. Andy Stergachis (Epi, GH, HServ) was one of 14 panel members.

Breast Cancer Screening May Overdiagnose by Up to 25%

BusinessWeek, April 17, 2012
Joann Elmore of our Epidemiology department challenges the notion that early cancer detection is always better. In an April 3 editorial for Annals of Internal Medicine, co-authored with Dr. Suzanne Fletcher of Harvard Medical School, she calls for better diagnostic tools and suggests doctors alert women to the phenomenon of overdiagnosis. While some cancers will be fatal without treatment, up to a quarter can be safely observed without intervention, they write.

Unborn Babies Face Toxic Chemical Onslaught That OB/GYNs Can Help Guard Against

Huffington Post, April 16, 2012
Many OB/GYNs underestimate their patients’ exposure to toxic chemicals and the risks to their babies – even painting the nursery could be harmful. Sheela Sathyanarayana of our Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit is quoted in a Huffington Post article where she also suggests precautions pregnant women can take.

How Do Vaccine Schedules for Kids Get Designed?

The Wall Street Journal, April 13, 2012
Doctors should respect parents’ concerns about vaccines, but should also explain the risks of getting a vaccine later than recommended. Douglas Diekema (HServ) is quoted in a Wall Street Journal health blog.

Will Bond

The Daily, April 12, 2012
Will Bond (BS, 2012) shares his job success, stemming from his Environmental Health internship at Amazon, with the UW’s The Daily.

Air Pollution: Smog elevates stroke risk

The Press-Enterprise, April 11, 2012
Older women living in places with high levels of fine-particle pollution had a much greater risk of first-time stroke, according to a California study. Joel Kaufmann says air pollution is also linked to heart attacks.

Study finds a link between injectable contraceptive use and increased risk of breast cancer in young women

FHCRC, April 10, 2012
The first large-scale U.S.-based study to evaluate the link between an injectable form of progestin-only birth control and breast cancer risk in young women has found that recent use of a year or more doubles the risk. The results of the study, led by breast cancer epidemiologist Christopher I. Li, M.D., Ph.D., of Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and Research Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Washington, are published online ahead of the April 15 print issue of Cancer Research.

Evolution of Translational Omics: Lessons Learned and the Path Forward

Institute of Medicine, April 9, 2012
The IOM committee charged with reviewing flawed research at Duke University reported larger problems in using genetic signatures to guide cancer treatment. The committee was chaired by Gilbert Omenn, former SPH Dean, and included Tom Fleming, Health Services Chair Larry Kessler, and Daniela Witten. Articles in Nature and Science have highlighted the report.

Tightening the Lid on Pain Prescriptions

New York Times, April 8, 2012
Gary Franklin's research on doctor-prescribed painkillers and overdoses cited in article about Washington state's new law limiting opioid prescriptions.

Becky Bartlein, health advocate, hot on the trail of bad drugs

KPLU, April 6, 2012
Becky Bartlein (MPH in GH 2010) is one of many health professionals working to ensure a safe supply of drugs around the world. She is research coordinator for the UW Global Medicines Program and was recently profiled on Humanosphere, KPLU’s blog on global health.

Pneumococcal vaccine in kids driving strains out of adults

CTV News, April 4, 2012
A pneumococcal vaccine for children has worked so well it’s also reduced the number of cases in adults. The drug-maker Pfizer now faces a challenge trying to promote widespread use of the vaccine for adults, says Jeffrey Duchin, Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Washington.

Air Pollution and the Heart

UW 360, April 4, 2012
Starting April 4, UWTV is airing a segment about DEEDS and MESA air pollution research, featuring Joel Kaufman (DEOHS, Epi) and Julie Fox (DEOHS). The show, UW360, is on the website and airs weekly on Wednesdays at 10 pm and Sundays at 9 pm. It will also air on KOMO-TV Sat., April 28, at 4:30 pm.

Protecting your unborn baby from environmental toxins

King 5, April 3, 2012
Sheela Sathyanarayana talks to King 5 about how mothers can reduce exposure to environmental chemicals.

The health boom from economic bust

The Irish Times, March 30, 2012
Research shows death rates drop during recessions and increase during boom times. Health Services professor Stephen Bezruchka says economic downturns lead to a decrease in overeating, smoking and drinking, and road accidents, not to mention less work-related stress.

Supreme Court To Hear Health Care Case

Weekday, KUOW, March 27, 2012
Two faculty members were recent guests on KUOW's Weekday show, discussing the Supreme Court review of President Barack Obama's health care act. Sallie Sanford, a law professor who is adjunct faculty in Health Services and Aaron Katz (HServ, GH) who studies health policy, were interviewed. Hear Sanford’s and Katz’s interviews.

Increased Coal Train Traffic Could Mean Bad News For Public Health

KUOW, March 27, 2012
Findings from studies led by Joel Kaufman can help us understand the health effects from diesel exhaust exposure, such as from the increased coal train traffic in the Pacific Northwest.

Timeless Discoveries - Worldwide Partnerships

UW Arts & Sciences YouTube, March 22, 2012
A UW documentary, “Timeless Discoveries,” highlights groundbreaking research at the university. Global Health's Pradip Rathod and team members are featured for their work in trying to eliminate malaria, which kills about 1 million people a year.

Professor Donald Patrick receives ISPOR Lifetime Achievement Award

ISPOR, March 21, 2012
Department of Health Services Professor Donald Patrick has been selected as the 2012 recipient of the ISPOR Avedis Donabedian Outcomes Research Lifetime Achievement Award for noteworthy contributions to the science of pharmacoeconomics and outcomes research.

Use of pneumococcal vaccine in children driving strains out of adults too

Brandon Sun, March 21, 2012
"It may have worked too well in children to make it necessary in adults. It's quite possible," admits Dr. Jeffrey Duchin, head of the communicable disease epidemiology and immunization section of Seattle and King County Public Health Department. He is also a professor of medicine and epidemiology in the school of public health at the University of Washington.

Study finds that U.S. tobacco-control efforts prevented nearly 800,000 lung cancer deaths between 1975 and 2000

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, March 16, 2012
“This is the first attempt to quantify the impact of changes in smoking behaviors on lung cancer mortality based on detailed reconstruction of cigarette smoking histories,” said lead author Suresh H. Moolgavkar, M.D., Ph.D., an epidemiologist, biostatistician and mathematical modeler in the Hutchinson Center’s Public Health Sciences Division and Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Washington.

U.S. News Releases 2013 Best Graduate Schools Rankings

US News & World Report, March 14, 2012
US News & World Report recently released its annual ranking of graduate schools. Schools of Public Health were not re-ranked and remain unchanged from previously, with SPH ranked sixth in the nation. The Department of Biostatistics remains third among statistics departments, and the MHA program remains eighth among healthcare management programs.

Even mild concussions can cause lingering symptoms; research helps identify which kids at risk

Washington Post, March 9, 2012
Most children and adolescents who bump their heads recover normally. But some have persistent problems, including forgetfulness and fatigue, according to a new study. Frederick Rivara is quoted in The Washington Post, Fox News and Time.

Drinking Scenes in Movies May Spur Teens to do the Same

msn.com, March 7, 2012
Teens who saw more alcohol use in the movies were more likely to engage in binge drinking themselves, researchers say. Dimitri Christakis (HServ) comments on a new study of more than 16,000 teens in six European countries.

Estrogen-only pills cut breast-cancer risk for some

Seattle Times, March 7, 2012
On average, postmenopausal women who took an estrogen-only hormone for five to seven years after a hysterectomy had less risk of breast cancer. But researcher Garnet Anderson (Biostat) says taking a pill shouldn’t be the first approach to preventing the disease.

Low-glycemic-load foods may reduce inflammation in overweight adults

March 2, 2012
Not all carbohydrates are created equal .... A study led by Drs. Marian Neuhouser, Affiliate Associate Professor of Epidemiology and Johanna Lampe, Research Professor of Epidemiology finds a 'slow carb' diet may reduce heart disease and cancer risk.

10 tips for getting your snacking under control

Seattle PI, March 2, 2012
Mid-morning snackers might be among the group that looses less weight, says the senior author of the study, Anne McTiernan, M.D., director of the Prevention Center at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and Research Professor of Epidemiology, UW. Mid-morning snackers also reach for more snacks during the day than the women who are more successful at losing weight.

Are budget cuts to health departments putting our health at risk?

UW Today, March 2, 2012
Local health departments have been hit hard by a drop in funding. Betty Bekemeir (HServ) will study how cutbacks affected four states, from the health of mothers and babies to infectious disease control.

Researchers Develop Vaccine for the 'Parasitic Version of HIV'

Chicago Tribune, February 28, 2012
Visceral leishmaniasis, called the “parasitic version of HIV/AIDS,” affects 12 million people. The Infectious Disease Research Institute has launched the first clinical trial of a new vaccine in India and Washington state. Steven Reed (GH) led the research effort.

New approach to an old Alaska alcohol problem

Anchorage Daily News, February 28, 2012
A proposal before the Alaska Legislature would give judges flexibility when handing down criminal sentences to people who were born with effects caused by their mother drinking during pregnancy.

Mammograms can save lives of women in their 40s: study

MSN.com, February 22, 2012
Breast cancers in women in their 40s had a better prognosis if first discovered by mammograms rather than found by doctors or the women themselves. “They have an earlier diagnosis, earlier stage, better prognosis,” said study author Judith Malmgren (Epi).

Study predicts eventual caregiver shortage in Washington

The Columbian, February 21, 2012
A new study predicts a major shortage of home-care workers in Washington state in 20 years, thanks to high turnover and a growing senior population. Amy Hagopian (GH, HServ) and co-authors explain the crisis. Their report is also cited in The Seattle Times.

More Doctors ‘Fire’ Vaccine Refusers

Wall Street Journal, February 17, 2012
More doctors are asking families who refuse to immunize their children to leave their practices. Douglas Diekema (HServ) is quoted in the Wall Street Journal and USA Today.

The Ultimate Lifesaver ... Trying to Create an ER on Wheels

Wall Street Journal, February 16, 2012
Cardiac arrest kills about 300,000 people a year. More than half die within two hours, before they make it to a hospital. Research by Graham Nichol (Biostat) is cited in The Wall Street Journal on what’s being done to improve those outcomes.

Peruvian Slum Gets Greener, Healthier

UW Today, February 15, 2012
One of the world’s poorest communities is getting a makeover, thanks to faculty and students from the Department of Global Health. They’ve built a new park and walkways, and have been working to improve the health of residents in a huge impoverished district north of Lima.

Screening Children for Cholesterol

New York Times, February 15, 2012
Obesity has become the largest health problem in the US, and a new report suggests blood tests for all 9- to 11-year-olds. But Bruce Psaty (Epi, HServ) and Frederick Rivara (Epi) say children could end up on medication regimes that aren’t justified.

University of Washington Field Group Initiates ‘MRSA in Fire Stations’ project

Washington Fire Chiefs, February 10, 2012
The Field Research & Consultation Group recently released a new booklet for firefighters: "Prevent MRSA."

Cancer patient raises environmental concerns over chemo drugs

KING 5 , February 10, 2012
Wastewater treatment facilities are not designed to remove chemicals found in drugs (including cancer drugs) and personal care products. More testing needs to be done to determine the extent of the problem, says researcher John Kissel (DEOHS).

Food Bubble is Expanding U.S. Waistlines: Vikram Mansharamani

Bloomberg, February 10, 2012
A Yale University lecturer says U.S. agricultural policy has led to a national obesity epidemic. He cites research by Adam Drewnowski (Epi), of the Nutritional Sciences Program, showing that government subsidies cause the least healthy food to be the cheapest.

Cancer patient raises environmental concerns over chemo drugs

King 5, February 9, 2012
John Kissel says that there is not enough testing of waste water treatment facilities to know how much of the chemicals found in drugs and personal care products remain in the water and their effects on human and environmental health.

Government Sodium Guidelines: Are They Possible To Follow?

The Huffington Post, February 7, 2012
The government says we should eat less salt. But is it possible to change our diets enough? Research by visiting scholar Matthieu Maillot and Adam Drewnowski (Epi) of the school’s Nutritional Sciences Program shows the new targets are not practical and would require “large deviations” in the kinds of food we eat.

US environment agency misses dioxin deadline

Nature, February 7, 2012
The federal agency missed a self-imposed deadline to release recommendations for regulation of dioxins. David Eaton (DEOHS), chairman of a National Academies of Sciences’ committee evaluating health risks from dioxin, is quoted.

Beach managers test for E. coli while another germ goes undetected

Great Lakes Echo, February 7, 2012
Marilyn Roberts recommends that people take precautions against exposure to MRSA.

How to build a healthy transportation system

Seattle Times, February 3, 2012
Economic and environmental impacts shouldn’t be the only factors when creating transportation policy. Planners should also consider people’s health and well-being, says Dean Howard Frumkin in a personal guest column.

Diet high in processed meat linked to increased diabetes risk in populations with high diabetes rate

UW Today, February 2, 2012
Diabetes risk is greater for those who eat processed meats, according to a study of Native American communities in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. David Siscovick (Epi) was senior author and Amanda Mae Fretts (PhD alum, Epi) led the research team.

Global malaria mortality between 1980 and 2010: a systematic analysis

The Lancet, February 2, 2012
Nearly twice as many people are dying from malaria than previously thought, according to a new study led by Christopher Murray, director of the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation. Stories appeared globally, from Agence France-Presse and NPR to The Hindu.

PhD Candidate Vanessa Galaviz (DEOHS) received the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Volunteer Award.

DEOHS, January 19, 2012
PhD Candidate Vanessa Galaviz (DEOHS) just received the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Volunteer Award.

Glaciers: Going, Going, Gone

The Daily Astorian, January 17, 2012
Mount Adams' glaciers have shrunk by nearly half since 1904. Richard Fenske (DEOHS) and Richard Hoskins (Epi) have been involved with the Climate Impacts Group quoted in the article.

Living Right: innovative approaches for the prevention and treatment of obesity

The Star, January 15, 2012
In view of the increase in childhood obesity worldwide, parents should monitor what their children are eating. “It’s easy for children to overeat energy-dense foods” such as chocolate bars, warns Professor Adam Drewnowski (Epi). Fresh fruit would make a better snack, he said.

Partner's 'Viral Load' a Major Factor in HIV Transmission: Study

US News , January 12, 2012
A study of heterosexual couples in sub-Saharan Africa finds that the amount of the HIV-1 virus in the blood of an infected partner is the most important risk factor for sexual transmission of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. James Hughes (Biostat) is quoted.

Association of Incident Dementia With Hospitalizations

Journal of the American Medical Association, January 12, 2012
Would proactive outpatient care prevent hospitalization for some people with dementia? Among a group age 65 years or older, incident dementia was significantly associated with increased risk of hospitalization, including for other diseases such as bacterial pneumonia and urinary tract infection. Elizabeth Phelan (HServ) is a coauthor.

Video: Health and the Built Environment: Urban Ecosystems in Which People Thrive

EcoCity 2011 YouTube, December 28, 2011

Consumer group wants withdrawal of Wingspan stent

Business Week, December 22, 2011
Professor and chair Larry Kessler (HServ) has joined a consumer group asking the FDA to withdraw the Wingspan stent, associated with higher rates of stroke and death.

The 30 Under 30: Daniela Witten

Forbes Magazine, December 20, 2011
Assistant professor Daniela Witten (Biostat) is one of Forbes Magazine's 30 Under 30: Tomorrow’s Brightest Stars. Watch her explain her work in this Forbes video.

Where There's Smoke, There's Sickness: Wood Smoke now a major Northwest air polluter

Investigate West, December 20, 2011
Heart attacks, strokes, high blood pressure and more are all linked to wood smoke pollution, and the Pacific Northwest has more than its share. DEOHS' Mike Yost, who has tracked wood smoke levels in the region, comments.

Where There's Smoke, There's Sickness: Wood Smoke now a major Northwest air polluter

Investigate West, December 16, 2011
Michael Yost says that biofuel use has advantages, but cautions that biofuel emissions contribute to air pollution in Northwest.

New research shows poverty is fattening for women

Deseret News, December 15, 2011
A new HUD study shows that where you live - the characteristics of your neighbors and your neighborhood - plays a role in your health. Adam Drewnowski's obesity research is cited.

Global health aid continues to grow — but more slowly — during recession

Washington Post, December 15, 2011
A new report says spending to improve health in developing countries has continued to grow during the recession, although at only half the pace of a decade ago. Chris Murray of IHME, which produced the report, is quoted.

Best Restaurants 2011: The Restaurant Inspector Comes Calling

Seattle Met, December 14, 2011
PhD student Eyob Mazengia, who is a restaurant inspector for the Seattle and King County Public Health department, is profiled in Seattle Met.

Smartest toys for kids can be the simplest

USA Today, December 13, 2011
Hoping your kid will be a genius is nothing new. But "playing with simple blocks can teach kids far more than videos, mini-laptops, and products that claim to turn babies into Einsteins," says Health Services' Dimitri Christakis.

Depo Danger

Seattle Weekly, December 12, 2011
Does injectable birth control make women more vulnerable to HIV? Seattle Weekly's Keegan Hamilton talks with researchers Jared Baeten, Connie Celum, and Renee Heffron about their controversial findings.

Undergraduate Anna Fretheim is an "extraordinary student"

AEHAP, December 6, 2011
Undergraduate Anna Fretheim is an "extraordinary student"

Environmental activist Gerry Pollet tapped for House seat

Seattle Times, December 6, 2011
Clinical instructor Gerry Pollet (HServ) has been appointed to a state House seat in North Seattle's 46th Legislative District. Pollet is executive director of Heart of America Northwest, a watchdog group for the cleanup of the Hanford nuclear reservation.

Risk for Dementia Rises When Diabetes, Depression Meet: Study

health.com, December 6, 2011
People with type 2 diabetes who also have depression are at higher risk for dementia, according to a new study led by Health Services' Wayne Katon.

Senior Services keeps elders on the move

Seattle Times, December 6, 2011
More than 12,000 WA seniors took part in EnhanceFitness training through Senior Services in 2010. The program was developed by researchers at our Health Promotion Research Center (HPRC) and GHRI.

Water Pollution Regulations Underestimate Fish Consumption, Endangering Public Health

Huffington Post, December 5, 2011
New metrics are needed for fish consumption in Washington state to protect public health. Professor Elaine Faustman (DEOHS) and Frank James (HServ), Health Officer for San Juan County Health Department, are interviewed.

Occupational Health 'Best Practices' Improves Outcomes for Injured Workers, Study Says

Occupational Health & Safety, December 5, 2011
A new study shows that improving medical care for injured workers by using Centers of Occupational Health and Education (COHEs) can significantly reduce lost work time. Researchers Tom Wickizer (HServ) and Gary Franklin (DEOHS & HServ) are mentioned.

Jeffrey Walls (MS student, Exposure Sciences) was awarded the 2011 Future Leader in EHS scholarship.

EHS Today, December 1, 2011
Jeffrey Walls (MS student, Exposure Sciences) was awarded the 2011 Future Leader in EHS scholarship.

Are We on the Same Page? Action Agenda of the National Conversation on Public Health and Chemical Exposures

Environmental Health Perspectives, December 1, 2011
The National Conversation on Public Health and Chemical Exposures is an effort to revitalize and rationalize how we manage hazardous industrial and naturally occurring chemicals. Dean Howard Frumkin is interviewed.

Investing in occupational health "best practices" improves outcomes for injured workers, study finds.

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries, November 30, 2011
Investing in occupational health "best practices" improves outcomes for injured workers, study finds. Gary Franklin led the creation of the Centers of Occupational Health and Education.

Morning snacking may be damaging your diet

MSNBC, November 29, 2011
New findings from Hutch researchers led by Epi's Anne McTiernan suggest that skipping that morning snack can help women dieters lose more weight.

Lost in the Desert?

Seattle Magazine, November 28, 2011
The USDA Food Desert Locator showed "nutritional wastelands" cropping up all over Seattle. Seattle Magazine interviewed Adam Drewnowski to find out more.

AP IMPACT: More kids skip school shots in 8 states

Seattle Times, November 28, 2011
In 2010, 6% of Washington's public school parents opted not to vaccinate their kids. Health Services' Mary Selecky, WA secretary of health, comments.

Smoking prevention saves millions with fewer hospital visits

KPLU, November 22, 2011
A new study shows that Washington's smoking prevention measures of the past 10 years have saved millions of dollars in hospital visits. Jeff Harris of HPRC comments on the success.

Hilary Zetlen received a Bonderman Travel Fellowship. Check out what she is doing with it on her blog.

November 14, 2011
Hilary Zetlen (MPH, Environmental & Occupational Health, 2011), who received a Bonderman Travel Fellowship, is blogging about her year of travel overseas.

Health Promotion Research Center Celebrates 25 Years of Success

Seattle-King County Advisory Council on Aging & Disability Services e-newsletter. 11/1/20, November 3, 2011
Seattle-King County Advisory Council on Aging & Disability Services congratulates HPRC on its 25th anniversary and mentions EnhanceFitness, PEARLS, and the healthy Aging Partnership.

PhD student Chad Weldy discusses the health effects of diesel exhaust.

KGMI, November 3, 2011
PhD student Chad Weldy, an environmental toxicologist, discusses the health effects of diesel exhaust on KGMI in Bellingham.

Environmental Health Careers: Workplace Health Consulting

Careers Out There, November 2, 2011
Alumna Meagan Yoshimoto-Clark, an industrial hygienist, is featured on Careers Out There.

What you eat can kill you if you don't watch out

Seattle Times, November 1, 2011
Tainted food is everywhere, and if you think you're being thoroughly protected, think again. Epi's John Kobayashi and DEOHS lecturer Charles Easterberg are mentioned.

Study in Wash. state suggests more violence among kids of combat veterans, including daughters

Washington Post, October 31, 2011
Adolescents with at least one parent in the military have a higher risk of violence, according to a study led by alum Sarah Reed. The study analyzed data from over 10,000 8th, 10th, and 12th graders in Washington public schools. Study findings were presented October 31 at APHA's Annual Meeting in Washington, DC.

Next phase of MRSA study rolled out to Washington's firefighters

King 5, October 28, 2011
Marilyn Roberts and Nancy Simcox are sending environmental sampling kits to Washington state fire station personnel to determine how widespread MRSA bacteria really is.

Children With Head Injuries Can Face Lifetime of Problems

US News & World Report: HealthDay, October 28, 2011
A new study shows that children can face a lifetime of problems after suffering head injuries, especially those that involve a brain injury or hemorrhage. Fred Rivara, lead author, is quoted.

Yoga, Stretching Classes Outdo Self-Care for Back Pain: Study

MSNBC, October 24, 2011
Back pain sufferers can benefit from both yoga and stretching exercises, reports a new study from Group Health Research Institute. Epi's Karen Sherman, who led the study, and Health Services' Rick Deyo are quoted.

'Screen-free' play best for kids under two, says pediatrics group

Techflash, October 20, 2011
The American Academy of Pediatrics now recommends that kids under two should have minimal "screen time." Dimitri Christakis' research on babies and videos is mentioned.

Flu Shots for Pregnant Women Also Protect Newborns

US News & World Report: Health, October 20, 2011
New studies show that getting a seasonal flu shot while pregnant protects newborns from the flu for months after birth and won't cause a miscarriage. Global Health's Kathleen Neuzil is quoted.

Healthy Community Design

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, August 10, 2011
In this video, Howard Frumkin discusses the benefits of walkable communities as they relate to health, the environment and social interaction.