The problem with using BMI alone as a health measure
Kate Bauer quoted in The Atlantic
The outdated, much-maligned health measure now determines who gets obesity drugs—and who doesn’t.
Nutritional Sciences
Michigan Public Health discusses American Medical Association's new policy on BMI
Q&A with Kate Bauer
In this Q&A, Kate Bauer, associate professor of Nutritional Sciences, discusses the American Medical Association's recent change that recommends physicians deemphasize BMI in patient care and employ other ways to address weight.
Youatt, Foxman, Israel, other faculty recognized with 2023 Public Health Honors
This spring, University of Michigan School of Public Health students, faculty and staff were recognized for their incredible accomplishments during the 2022-2023 academic year and beyond.
New guidelines on child obesity advise less watch and wait, more urgent and early intervention
Q&A with Kate Bauer
Kate Bauer, associate professor of Nutritional Sciences, discusses the newly released guidelines on childhood obesity from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Department of Nutritional Sciences to offer new 2-year graduate program in Nutrition and Dietetics
Michigan Public Health will offer a new 2-year graduate program in Nutrition and Dietetics starting in fall 2023. The program will develop entry-level, registered dietitian nutritionists (RDN) with a varied skill set to serve people and communities worldwide through study and training grounded in public health principles.
Kate Bauer receives Fulbright Canada Research Chair in Food Security Award
Kate Bauer, associate professor of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, has been named the Fulbright Canada Research Chair in Food Security for the 2022-2023 academic year. Fulbright awards are considered one of the United States government’s most prestigious awards, supporting interdisciplinary academic research and work.