Population Health

January 17th 2025

Mutations in one of the first human-isolated strains of H5N1 bird flu in the US were identified by the Texas Biomedical Research Institute.

January 15th 2025

The study found significant disparities in the exposure to contaminants. Communities with higher percentages of Hispanic and Black residents were not only more likely to have unregulated chemicals in their drinking water, but they were also more frequently located near pollution sources.

January 15th 2025

The findings challenge the effectiveness of these widely used transitional care interventions and suggest a need for more targeted, multifaceted approaches to address the needs of higher-risk patients.

January 14th 2025

Men who have sex with men (MSM) can now participate in National Blood Donor Month under the FDA's updated guidelines, marking a crucial step toward addressing blood shortages and promoting inclusivity.