Media Tip Sheet: GW Experts Available to Comment: Suicide Deaths Reach Record High in the US
Suicide deaths reached a record high in the U.S. last year, according to provisional data released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Media Tip Sheet: Devastating Wildfires in Hawaii
Mass evacuation efforts for residents and visitors continued today in Hawaii after a fast-burning wildfire raced across the island of Maui.
President Biden signed an executive order Wednesday aimed at restricting new U.S. investment in Chinese technology.
GW Expert Available to Comment: Weight Loss Drug’s Impact on Cardiovascular Health
Wegovy manufacturer said a study has shown the obesity treatment drug also reduced the risk of heart attacks, strokes and cardiovascular deaths by 20%
Media Tip Sheet: Brazil Hosts Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization in Two-Day Summit
Brazil hosted a two-day summit with the eight South American countries that share the Amazon rainforest.
GW Experts Available to Comment on Leprosy Outbreak in Florida
Leprosy, a type of bacterial infection is rare in the U.S. But there has been an uptick of infections in central Florida this year.
New research reported by The Washington Post finds parents and caregivers of infants and young children aren’t aware of the new guidelines about peanut allergies.
Media Tip Sheet: FDA Approves First Pill to Treat Postpartum Depression
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first pill to treat postpartum depression.
New study explores the relationship between a canine’s facial appearance and how expressive they appear to be when communicating with their human companions.
Media Tip Sheet: U.S. Responds to Russian, Chinese Military Ships in Waters Near Alaska
The U.S. Navy sent destroyers and an aircraft to the waters off Alaska after Russian and Chinese military vessels were found operating near the Aleutian Islands last week.