Nine out of 10. Here’s why. First, coronavirus is no longer novel. During the past two years, society has become familiar with the pandemic basics.
read moreAt this point in the pandemic,” notes DR. LaMAR HASBROUCK, Illinois’ former top doctor, “there have been enough variants to exhaust the entire Greek alphabet.
read moreOn the verge of 100,000 COVID-19 deaths and the unofficial start of summer, I discuss the need to balance getting out to enjoy family & friends with staying safe.
read moreMost people love medicine but hate vaccines. I describe the cautious optimism regarding a COVID-19 vaccine given this fact.
read moreFor the underserved, COVID-19 compounds the stess of everyday survival. I discuss why.
read moreMy op ed discusses practical considerations and steps for employers to reopen safely.
read moreI join other exerts in discussing the dos and don'ts of social distancing.
read moreI give tips on how to be vigilant in the gym during the coronavirus pandemic.
read moreI join experts to discuss the challenges for the public health enterprise to combat coronavirus amid staff and funding shortages.
read moreHigh blood pressure is much more prevalent among blacks than it is among other racial and ethnic groups. This sobering fact demands collective action by policymakers.
read moreMy op-ed discusses why the GOP's American Health Care Act should be carefully constructed.
read moreDiscusses the concerns had by public health leaders about the possibility of losing historic gains for the nation's health under the Trump administration.
read moreBreaking down motrality data by county, most pressing local healt problems were pinpointed, study finds.
read moreStory about my campaign to use my life's story to inspire, challenge, and encourage young people to dream big and pursue a life greater than their circumstances.
read moreArticle explores racial disparities in health and the underlying drivers for these gaps.
read moreMy op-ed makes the case for additional funding to combat Zika virus.
read moreI discuss the skyrocketing cost of the opioid overdose antidote, naloxone, and its impact on the public's health.
read moreI discuss a public health approach to preventing gun violence in the wake of the Orlando club shooting.
read moreI discuss the importance of being "bilingual", understanding both healthcare and public health, to improve the health of the population
read moreThe city’s maxed-out medical facilities would have a tough time managing the fallout from a terrorist attack. I discuss addressing trauma deserts in the excess mortality that can result.
read moreMy op-ed makes the case for CDC funding to continue to protect all Americans.
read moreThis article addresses antibiotic stewardship and using antibiotics responsibly.
read moreMy op-ed advocates for federal funding emergency preparedness and response, specifically, the Medical Reserve Corps.
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