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Study Finds Genetic Testing Reveals Often Overlooked Fungal Infections in California Clinics
Study in JAMA Network Open finds a rarely diagnosed, drug-resistant fungus—Aspergillus tubingensis—may be a leading cause of infections in Southern California.
Washington, D.C. (December 2, 2025) — A ...
Milken Institute SPH Shines at APHA 2025: Three Days of Innovation, Collaboration, and Impact!
In November 2025, the Milken Institute SPH joined colleagues and leaders from across the field at the American Public Health Association's Annual Conference.
New Analysis: Community Health Centers Face Financial Crisis Amid Policy Shifts
New Analysis: Community Health Centers Face Financial Crisis Amid Policy Shifts
Nearly 1 in 5 Urinary Tract Infections Linked to Contaminated Meat
New study finds people in underserved neighborhoods face the highest risk of foodborne infections
New National Tracker Reveals Stark Gaps in Rural Medicaid Primary Care Workforce
WASHINGTON (October 17, 2025) — As states prepare proposals for the new Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) — a $50 billion federal investment to strengthen...
New Report: ACA Tax Credit Expiration Will Lead to Job Loss
WASHINGTON (Oct. 16, 2025) — A report from researchers at the George Washington University and the Commonwealth Fund warns of serious implications if the Affordable Care Act...
Nearly 28,000 Work Injuries Every Year are Linked to Hot Weather
New GW and Harvard study finds extreme heat drives 28,000 U.S. workplace injuries yearly, underscoring need for stronger OSHA heat protections.
US Foreign Assistance Must Step Up Amid Growing Displacement and Rapid Environmental Change
Working paper from a George Washington University public health roundtable, featuring insights and research from leading participants in the field.
Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity Announces its 2026 Cohort
The Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity announced its 2026 cohort — 15 leaders worldwide creating bold solutions to improve health in their communities.
