Tip Sheet

Cancer prevention researcher Michelle Williams discusses the rising rates of colorectal cancer in people under 50 years old and urges preventive measures like a colonoscopy.

Lawrence Cheskin and Raedeh Basiri speak about eating too much ultra-processed foods, how food systems are affecting the climate, and why obesity is more than an individual challenge. They break down potential solutions to solving the public health crises of obesity and climate change.

Epidemiologist Amira Roess comments on the measles cases arising in the Northern Virginia area.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has released the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Allison Miner, food systems expert, discusses key updates and the purpose of the accompanying visual representations.

This Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (February), adolescent mental health expert Daphne King wants to help teens know the warning signs of abusive relationships and understand that violence is not okay.

Three new cases of severe mpox were reported in California. Infectious disease expert Amira Roess clarifies the differences, and similarities, between the types of mpox.

Vaccination and health behavior expert Rupali Limaye offers timely information amidst recent changes to Centers for Disease Control vaccine recommendations for infant immunization schedules.

H5N5 avian influenza remains extremely rare in the United States, with only isolated detections and no evidence of sustained human-to-human spread. Public health authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, especially following the recent fatal case, but current indicators still point to a low overall risk for the general population.

Biosecurity expert Terri Rebmann talks about her new book chapter on the overlooked phase of biological disasters

Epidemiologist Amira Roess explains the science behind herd immunity and the important role vaccines play in fighting infectious diseases