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Study Identifies a Potential Treatment for Obesity-Linked Breathing Disorder
Researchers from the George Washington University have uncovered promising evidence in an animal study that shows setmelanotide, an FDA-approved medication for a rare genetic obesity disorder, may...
Media Tip Sheet: Carbon Dioxide in the Atmosphere is Growing According to New Data
According to new data released by The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Global Monitoring Laboratory the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere has increased.
This year’s Earth Day will be celebrated on April 22 with events throughout the United States and the world. This year’s events will focus on clean energy, the connection between climate and health,...
Media Tip Sheet: Millions Prepare for Severe Weather Impact
A stretch of severe weather is expected to develop late this week, continuing into Easter weekend. The most significant threats are likely to be on Thursday and Friday.
Meta’s antitrust trial began yesterday, marking the tech giant’s biggest legal battle to date
New Study Cracks the Code Behind AI’s Mind
AI models like ChatGPT have amazed the world with their ability to write poetry, solve equations and even pass medical exams. But they also can churn out harmful content, or promote disinformation.
Media Tip Sheet: Measles Cases Reach New High
With spring break and summer travel approaching, the CDC is urging people to get vaccinated especially if you are headed to areas with active outbreaks.
The American Public Health Association and George Washington University public health scholars, have sounded the alarm over newly proposed regulations from the Centers for Medicare...
Certain Nasal Bacteria May Boost the Risk for COVID-19 Infection, Study Finds
A new study from researchers at the George Washington University has found that certain bacteria living in the nose may influence how likely someone is to get a COVID-19 infection. Published in...
Media Tip Sheet: Invasive Strep Infections Have Doubled, According to CDC
According to a study from the CDC, invasive group A strep infections have more than doubled between 2013 to 2022.
