A public comment filed by 65 public health deans and scholars, along with the American Public Health Association (APHA) and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), strongly opposes the Department of...
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Media Tip Sheet: GW Receives $2.9 Million Federal Grant to Strengthen Rural Nursing Workforce
The George Washington University School of Nursing has received a $2.9 million federal grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to help address persistent nursing shortages...
Case Series Suggests Topical Cream May Benefit Patients With A Chronic Inflammatory Skin Condition
Researchers from the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences report encouraging early results using topical roflumilast 0.3% cream for the management of mild hidradenitis...
Media Tip Sheet: A Rise in Unemployment
64,000 jobs were added in November and the unemployment rate increased to 4.6 percent, which is the highest it’s been since September 2021.
The FDA has issued warning letters to Walmart, Target, Kroger and Albertsons after finding the retailers continued selling recalled baby formula tied to a nationwide outbreak of infant botulism—even...
Media Tip Sheet: Celebrating the Holiday Season
With the holiday season underway, many people are looking forward to festive foods, gatherings with loved ones, shopping for gifts and other traditions.
Media Tip Sheet: The Health Risks of Cold Temperatures
It’s important to listen to your body during these frigid temperatures to prevent cold weather-related health problems.
Media Tip Sheet: CDC Data Shows COVID Vaccines Cut ER Visits for Kids by Up to 76%
New CDC data shows COVID-19 vaccines significantly reduced emergency room and urgent care visits for children — countering claims that the shots offer little benefit for younger age groups.
Media Tip Sheet: Could This Year’s Flu Season Be More Severe?
With flu season ramping up earlier than expected, doctors are warning that a new, potentially more contagious flu variant could make this year’s season more severe.
Media Tip Sheet: The 2025 Holiday Season
With the holiday season in full swing, many Americans are gathering with family, shopping for gifts, and taking part in long-standing traditions. While mid to late December is often associated with...