Previous twisters inform current tornado safety recommendations: AJPH Q&A
New research investigates the deadly 2011 Alabama tornado outbreak and suggests ways to stay safe in future storms.
June 13 news: Boston chlamydia rates rise, child drowning risks, surgeon general steps down
Check out the latest public health news for today, Thursday June 13, 2013.
June 10 news: Designated drivers may not be sober, Boston high schools and condoms, California health reform
Check out the latest public health news for today, Monday, June 10.
June 6 news: Morning-after pill, IOM gun violence plans, Sacramento health care battle
Check out the latest public health news for today, Thursday, June 6.
June 5 news: Social media to quit smoking, Middle East flu, financial rewards for health
Check out the latest public health news for today, Wednesday, June 5.
June 3 news: Coronavirus in Italy, France bans e-cigarettes, Obama hosts mental health discussion
Check out the latest public health news for today, Monday, June 3.
APHA, Carter Center team up against mental health stigma
Today marks the close of Mental Health Month. This May, APHA and its American Journal of Public Health collaborated with the Carter Center on a very specific aspect of mental health: stigma.
Study: Laws to prevent traumatic brain injury among youth rise, but warrant review
A bump or blow to the head, especially for developing brains, can lead to injury and affect the normal function of the brain, putting youth, particularly those that play sports, at risk for traumatic brain injury. A new study from AJPH reviews and analyzes existing state laws working to prevent these very injuries.
May 24 news: More exercise in schools, Texas and Medicaid, bird flu risk
Check out the latest in public health news for today, Friday, May 24, 2013.
Veteran suicide subject of new APHA book
While some U.S. service members die in action, a growing number sadly end their own lives. A new APHA book addresses this national tragedy.
May 22 news: Texas Medicaid, mystery respiratory illness, hospital emergency care
Check out the latest in public health news for today, Wednesday, May 22, 2013.
Study: Bullying of youth perceived gay is prevalent and linked to depression
New research reveals a connection between bullied youth thought to be gay and depressed mood. This study of thousands of Washington youth highlights the prevalence of bullying and stresses the importance of bullying prevention.
