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Assistant Professor of Health Promotion

Assistant Professor of Health Promotion

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Who is still getting HIV in America? Medication is only half the fight – homing in on disparities can help get care to those who need it most

Two-thirds of new HIV infections are among gay and bisexual men. Although cases have decreased among white men, they have stagnated among communities of color.

Who is still getting HIV in America? Medication is only half the fight – homing in on disparities can help get care to those who need it most
Health|Science|Technology

Want to quit vaping this year? Here’s what the evidence shows so far about effective strategies

Text message-based programming and the drug varenicline were the only 2 strategies that were shown to be effective for quitting vaping.

Want to quit vaping this year? Here’s what the evidence shows so far about effective strategies
Health

The disproportionate toll that COVID-19 took on people with diabetes continues today

People with diabetes are about twice as likely to become seriously ill with COVID-19 compared with those who don’t have diabetes.

The disproportionate toll that COVID-19 took on people with diabetes continues today
Health|Science

Oral nicotine pouches deliver lower levels of toxic substances than smoking – but that doesn’t mean they’re safe

While manufacturers say they are marketing oral nicotine pouches as a safer alternative for people who already smoke, nonsmokers and young people are being drawn to them, a large-scale study found.

Oral nicotine pouches deliver lower levels of toxic substances than smoking – but that doesn’t mean they’re safe
Health|Opinion

FDA authorized the sale of menthol-flavored e-cigarettes – a health policy expert explains how the benefits may outweigh the risks

It’s a conundrum: While vaping can help some adults stop cigarette smoking, it also appeals to young people who may take up the habit.

FDA authorized the sale of menthol-flavored e-cigarettes – a health policy expert explains how the benefits may outweigh the risks

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