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Recommended vaccines for pregnant women.

Melissa Villodas, youth mental health researcher, explores the complex influence of neighborhood amenities in shaping youth depression and anxiety.

H5N5 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.

How George Mason College of Public Health researchers are working to ease the strain on family caregivers of those living with dementia through evidence-based support, emerging technologies, and global insight.

Rebecca Sutter and Erin Maughan were awarded for their leadership excellence in the Nurse Manager/Director and Public Health Nurse categories, respectively. Bethany Cieslowski was a finalist for the Leadership Excellence Award in the Nurse Educator category.

Anna Parisi, substance use disorder and addictive behavior expert, reveals how mindfulness interventions may enhance awareness of one’s bodily sensations, and how this enhanced awareness may decrease the risk of opioid misuse in individuals experiencing chronic pain.

As we celebrate Public Health Thank You Day, Dean Perry takes a moment to express her deep appreciation for all that you do to support our students and advance our mission. Your dedication to teaching, mentorship, research, and service continues to define our college and to strengthen the university’s standing as a national leader in access and opportunity. Thank you.

Ms. Podboy serves as the Nursing Academic Programs Clinical Readiness and Compliance Manager for the School of Nursing. In this role, she supports students’ preparation for clinical practice by ensuring they meet essential academic, professional, and regulatory requirements.

Yoshie Davison is Associate Director of Practicum Education and Community Partnerships in the Department of Social Work.

With this appointment, Evelyn Tomaszewski will help elevate the global voice of social workers in advancing human rights, social justice, and promoting sustainable development through the UN and UN agencies.