Baltimore Week is here! Join us for events happening thru October 9 - Read full details and RSVP for events at SOURCE.jhu.edu/BaltimoreWeek Open to students, faculty and staff from @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social @hopkinsnursing.bsky.social @hopkinsmedicine.bsky.social

Does taking Tylenol during pregnancy cause autism in children? @bklee.bsky.social and @lizstuart.bsky.social break down the science of causality on Public Health On Call 🎧 podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/953-interpre...

On Monday, President Trump claimed that acetaminophen, or Tylenol, could cause autism spectrum disorder when taken during pregnancy.  Christine Ladd-Acosta discusses the statement in today’s edition of Expert Insights. Read more: us3.campaign-archive.com?u=0a43ad874d...

Does A really cause B? @lizstuart.bsky.social joined Public Health On Call earlier this year to offer a crash course in biostatistics and explain the nuances of designing studies that accurately assess causality. 🎧 johnshopkinssph.libsyn.com/794-does-a-r...

Registration is now open for the @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social’s October Open House, offered both on-campus and virtually. Register and view the agenda online: publichealth.jhu.edu/offices-and-...

I will be in beautiful Baltimore MD speaking @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social on Tuesday evening Sept 30 publichealth.jhu.edu/events/2025/...

Powerful narratives can transform awareness into resources and policy change. Tune in to The SDG Media Zone's #UNGA80 program on actionable storytelling—featuring @johnshopkinsccp.bsky.social and the @jhu.edu Institute for Planetary Health. 🗓️ Sept. 24 🕝 2:30 pm 🔗 www.un.org/sdgmediazone/

What’s happening to all of the lifesaving supplies from abandoned USAID projects? @theatlantic.com's @hana-kiros.bsky.social explains on Public Health On Call 🎧 podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/947-taxpayer...

Regular physical activity provides significant physical and mental health benefits, yet @who.int estimates that many adults and adolescents do not meet the recommended levels of physical activity. Consider this post as some encouragement: there are many ways to get your “steps” in!

The U.S. withdrawal from the WHO and cuts to USAID and NIH funding have “dismantled over half a century of ... public health forums and initiatives,” says Erin Sorrell. But global health programs play a vital role in protecting public health at home. magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/the-cos...

The science and soul of public health centers around people, stories, and lived experiences. Jared Ellsworth, MPH ’23, shares why he dedicated his life to public health, to his community, and to shifting perspectives. Read the full story: magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/science...

Join OIDA on Thurs, Oct 9 at 1:00 pm ET (10:00 am PT) as we host a Q&A with Christopher K. Haddock & Andrew Kolodny about their research team's recently published article on opioid marketing to veterans. Register for Zoom webinar here: jhjhm.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Who should get a COVID vaccine this fall? Dr. Fiona Havers shares what her research says on Public Health On Call. 🎧 johnshopkinssph.libsyn.com/943-who-can-...

Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades. MK Haber and Andrea Harmony from @thosenerdygirls.bsky.social explain what's behind the increase. To learn more: publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/is-ther...

While law enforcement typically files for the activation of red flag laws, in six states, clinicians can also petition for ERPOs, and help prevent patients in crisis from accessing firearms—potentially averting gun violence or suicide. magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/how-doc...

"Patient-centered care is what's going to make a change." On this episode of Hot Takes in Public Health, Jason Rush, MPH '25, chats with Saana Kataria, MPH '25, on what she took from her capstone project🔥 youtube.com/shorts/Re-AG...

Animal-to-human transmission of pathogens has triggered outbreaks like avian influenza, COVID-19, and Ebola. Emily Gurley and Raina Plowright explain how One Health can help us better understand these cases—and possibly help prevent future pandemics. podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/942-could-on...

summer recap downloading... music by Baltimore’s very own @dandeacon.bsky.social

We asked and you answered! Hear from our newest Hopkins students about why they chose BSPH💙 youtube.com/shorts/p3-vm...

Faculty and #RushTok? Absolutely. I mean… there are 20 college degrees in this video after all!

What if restoring trust in public health could start with a simple conversation? Maggie Bartlett shares how she’s using her platform on Why Should I Trust You podcast to forge human connections and debunk misinformation. youtu.be/zCx9YY9EBWk

How will new federal legislation affect health care costs and access for Americans? BSPH experts explain provisions in the 2025 Budget Reconciliation Act that affect Medicaid, Medicare, and the Affordable Care Act. For more info: publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/the-cha...

Bloomberg School alumna Jordan Smith's work supporting the restoration of Indigenous food systems and promoting health equity across the Hawai‘ian islands is driven by a family legacy of justice and care for community. magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/science...

These Taylor Swift songs are good for CPR for anyone who needs resuscitation today: Picture to Burn Love Story Sparks Fly 22 Welcome to New York Dress The Man Mirrorball Gold Rush You’re On Your Own, Kid The Tortured Poets Department

The Life of a Social Media Manager: The TS Engagement X BSPH Vinyl Collection out now! ❤️‍🔥

Nicotine, even when used in pouches, has serious health implications, raising blood pressure, worsening cardiovascular stress, and—for teens and young adults—interfering with critical brain development. Learn more about nicotine addiction and other risks👇 johnshopkinssph.libsyn.com/889-zyn-nico...

A 2025 nationally representative survey conducted by @jhucgvs.bsky.social found widespread support for key gun safety measures—across political affiliations and among both gun owners and non-owners. publichealth.jhu.edu/center-for-g...

Studying how microbes move is a major challenge, notes @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social microbiologist Kim Davis. Usually what researchers can see is a “snapshot of what is occurring at [one] moment in time,” she says. www.snexplores.org/article/lase...

Roughly 1 in 5 Americans will experience a mood disorder at some point in life. But no two cases look the same. Peter Zandi and his team are researching ways to predict the most effective individual treatments using real-world data. magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/frontli...

Hurricane season is here. When a hurricane forms, meteorologists can reasonably predict when and where it may hit, giving you time to prepare. Knowing what to expect and how to prepare can help keep you and your loved ones safe. For more info: publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/hurrica...

mRNA vaccines ushered in a “new era” for vaccine technology. With nearly $500 million in funding canceled for mRNA vaccine projects, the possibility of using these vaccines against diseases like HIV, rabies, Zika, and certain cancers is dimming. Learn more: publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/risks-o...

The new special issue of Hopkins Bloomberg Public Health magazine showcases public health in action. Check out these 5 stories highlighting frontline research from public health professionals. Read the full article: magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/frontli...

Demi Eckhoff, a disability advocate and an incoming doctoral student, shares her perspective on what Medicaid cuts could mean for her and other Americans with disabilities who rely on the program for services that allow them to live independently. Listen to the podcast episode: youtu.be/eA3nvZrKDlQ

Thank you to Demi for such a powerful interview and such impressive advocacy for people with disabilities. We are so fortunate she will be a doctoral student at @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social this fall.

We’re excited to introduce our new dean, Keshia Pollack Porter! Dean Pollack Porter is an internationally recognized health policy scholar, a trusted leader, and an unwavering champion for public health. She's also a black belt in karate! Tune in as we ask the new dean some quick questions!

Ellen J. MacKenzie served as dean from 2017-25, helping the Bloomberg School and its people thrive even during a time of unprecedented challenges. We are grateful for her service—and that she will remain on the faculty.

Serious vaccine injuries are rare, but when they do happen, people can bring their claims to the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. Learn more about how the program works👇 podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/847-vaccines...

In the spring issue of the Hopkins Bloomberg Public Health Magazine, Ellen MacKenzie focuses her final Dean’s column on our current moment and how we can continue to push forward. Read the full article: magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/way-for...

You might think COVID only spikes in the colder months, alongside other common respiratory viruses like flu and RSV. But COVID cases have also surged every summer, due to several factors. Understanding why can help us better protect ourselves as well as our precious vacation plans.

Thanks to advances in science, HIV has evolved from a death sentence to a manageable condition. This progress offers insights into how science gets done and illustrates what it will take to continue our battle against this relentless disease. magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/how-sci...

It's the season of the (s)ticks. As warm weather has arrived across much of the U.S., and that means more hikes, outdoor fun, and concerns about ticks. Here's what you need to know about tick season ➡️

Deadly floods in TX are raising urgent concerns about the gaps between accurate forecasting and critical response in extreme weather events. @michaelrlowry.bsky.social outlines how potential cuts to NOAA could further stifle emergency response systems. podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/919-the-texa...

Nicole Baumgarth, DVM, PhD, Director of the #Lyme and #Tickborne Diseases Research and Education Institute @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social & a @jhu-bdps.bsky.social comments on #babesiosis--the tickborne disease spread primarily by bites from black-legged (deer) ticks. www.newsweek.com/experts-warn...

Funding cuts and sky-high inflation have made researchers in Argentina thrifty and creative. What can U.S. colleagues learn from them? magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/disrupt...

Sunscreen and bug spray are summer staples, but did you know bug sprays with DEET can reduce the effectiveness of your sunscreen? When using both, make sure to reapply sunscreen more frequently to keep your skin protected!

With the demise of USAID, the U.S. ended efforts to limit illegal mining and its impacts on the environment and human health in Madre de Dios, in southeastern Peru. magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/sudden-...

Should AI be your therapist? @stanford.edu researcher Nick Haber details recent data that suggests that therapeutic AI has a long way to go in addressing biases and recognizing safety-critical situations. podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/918-should-a...

The Rakai Health Sciences Program transformed global AIDS policies and cut new cases among the areas it serves by 90%. How will its storied research and clinical legacy continue? magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/cusp-el...

From game changers like liquid biopsies to tailored treatments and AI-driven applications, cancer experts envision a brighter future for cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. Read the full article and more about public health in action: magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/6-ways-...

Milder winters & rainy springs make for prime breeding grounds for ticks says Asst Prof Thomas Hart @tmhartbio.bsky.social an infectious-disease microbiologist @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social The warmer it is, the more ticks are able to survive through the seasons he says www.wsj.com/health/welln...