5 things to know about Mason's College of Public Health
Dean Perry spoke with the Washington Business Journal about future plans for the College of Public Health, including workforce development and fundraising initiatives. Read the article here.
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December 4, 2025Participant feedback offers insight into mental health treatment completion.
December 4, 2025Melissa Villodas’ exploration of mental health treatment retention among incarcerated men with mental illness enforces the importance of participant feedback to understand program completion.-
December 3, 2025AI adoptions making inroads in senior living organizations.
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December 3, 2025Scientists reveal what really drives the “freshman 15”.
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December 2, 2025Policy Center announces election of U.S. health leaders to its board of directors.
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December 2, 2025Recognizing the need for more precise community investments to support youth mental health.
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December 2, 2025Risky Bulletin: India orders IM apps to link user accounts to a SIM card
December 2, 2025A study by health behavior researcher Martha Kubik suggests that increased access to physical activity opportunities at community sites participating in the congregate meal program, a federally-supported healthy meal program for seniors, results in a more active lifestyle for older Black adults at greater risk of high blood pressure.-
December 1, 2025Virus has killed almost 9 million birds – and counting.
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December 1, 2025Test shows bug sprays reduce the sperm count and kill good gut bacteria.
December 1, 2025Melissa Villodas, youth mental health researcher, explores the complex influence of neighborhood amenities in shaping youth depression and anxiety.
November 27, 2025H5N5 avian influenza remains extremely rare in the United States, with only isolated detections and no evidence of sustained human-to-human spread. Public health authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, especially following the recent fatal case, but current indicators still point to a low overall risk for the general population.
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