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As leaders in the field, our faculty are often asked to testify before Congress or are interviewed by major news outlets about their research or opinions on current public health events. The Milken Institute School of Public Health Office of Media Relations assists members of the media and elected officials in finding and contacting faculty experts for congressional testimony, newspaper and magazine article interviews or radio and television appearances.

 

Questions? Contact Milken Institute School of Public Health Office of Media Relations

Kathy Fackelmann
Director of Media Relations
(202) 994-8354
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Amita Vyas speaking at a senate meeting

NEW REPORT: Federal Medicaid and SNAP Cuts Could Result in One Million Jobs Lost and State GDPs Falling by More than $110 Billion in 2026

New report warns that potential budget cuts to Medicaid and SNAP could trigger severe economic consequences across all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

Amita Vyas speaking at a senate meeting

A Public Health Amicus Brief Urges U.S. Supreme Court to Uphold Medicaid Beneficiaries’ Ability to Legally Enforce Their Right to Choose Their Family Planning Provider

The brief argues that this protection is vital for ensuring equitable access to healthcare, particularly in medically underserved areas

Amita Vyas speaking at a senate meeting

NEW REPORT: Loss of Health Insurance Premium Tax Credits Projected to Cost States $34 Billion in GDP and More Than $2 Billion in Lost Tax Revenue

Loss of Health Insurance Premium Tax Credits Projected to Cost States $34 Billion in GDP and More Than $2 Billion in Lost Tax Revenue

Amita Vyas speaking at a senate meeting

Study Addresses Representation Disparities of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Populations in the U.S. Health Workforce

Study Addresses Representation Disparities of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Populations in the U.S. Health Workforce

Amita Vyas speaking at a senate meeting

A Public Health Amicus Brief Highlights the Harm if the Supreme Court Invalidates a Key Provision of the Affordable Care Act

A Public Health Amicus Brief Highlights the Harm if the Supreme Court Invalidates a Key Provision of the Affordable Care Act.

Amita Vyas speaking at a senate meeting

Analyzing New OSHA Data Sets Would Help Prevent Injuries/Save Lives

Injury data sets that OSHA now makes public are an underused resource in preventing workplace injuries.

Amita Vyas speaking at a senate meeting

New Study: Anti-Smoking Chatbots Provide Sound Advice — Most of the Time

Anti-Smoking Chatbots Provide Sound Advice — Most of the Time. Researchers found significant variation in adherence to public health guidelines.

Amita Vyas speaking at a senate meeting

Awards Program Recognizes 12 Emerging Leaders in Community Health

The Geiger Gibson Program recognizes and celebrates young leaders whose work and dedication have helped further better health for the medically underserved.

Amita Vyas speaking at a senate meeting

Milken Institute School of Public Health Names 2025 Geiger Gibson Program Distinguished Visitor

Milken Institute School of Public Health Names 2025 Geiger Gibson Program Distinguished Visitor: Mary Ann Zelazny, CEO of Finger Lakes Community Health.

Amita Vyas speaking at a senate meeting

Milken Institute School of Public Health Community Mourns the Passing of Dr. Susan F. Wood

The George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health community mourns the passing of Professor Emerita Dr. Susan F. Wood.