Michigan Public Health faculty, students and alumni are making an impact on public health in the US and around the world. Find the latest news here. View our news archive for additional content.
-
IN THE NEWS: Most Parents Say Their Kids Have Ridden With a Risky Teen Driver
New Research from Gary Freed
Nearly two-thirds of parents worry that their children have been in unsafe situations as passengers traveling with a teen driver, a new survey finds. Read more
-
IN THE NEWS: The Ultimate Guide to Dealing With Menopause
New Research from Sioban Harlow
New research from an ongoing study into menopausal health details some ways that women can deal with early symptoms. Read more
-
IN THE NEWS: Paid Time off Is Not a Luxury--It's a Lifesaver
New Contribution from Arline Geronimus
Chronic stress can often negatively impact the physical health of marginalized Americans, including the working class, but guaranteed paid time off may alleviate some of the factors that can lead to chronic illnesses. Read more
-
IN THE NEWS: Hurricane Dorian Is Gone. But the Bahamas Still Faces a Big Risk From Infectious Disease
Joe Eisenberg Quoted by Time
Hurricane Dorian’s 185 mph winds and punishingly slow pace smashed entire neighborhoods in the Bahamas, killing at least 50 people. But now, Bahamians are facing a different kind of threat. The lack of access to toilets, clean water and medications puts tens of thousands at risk for disease, public health experts warn. Read more
-
Michigan Public Health Researcher Partners with Apple to Study How Noise Exposure Impacts Hearing
The Apple Hearing Study will collect information to make sense of how exposure to sound over time can affect hearing. Read more
-
IN THE NEWS: Managing Work-Life Balance for Working Caregivers
New Interview with Carrie Karvonen-Gutierrez
Dr. Carrie Karvonen-Gutierrez, Assistant Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, talks about preventing midlife health concerns and disability for caregivers. Read more
