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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

New research (Vol. 122) discusses self-reported menstrual cycle length shows fair agreement. Self-reported and calculated cycle length agreed more closely when biological variability was considered. Findings support self-reported cycle length for epidemiologic research.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

New publication analyzes healthy low-carb diets and all-cause mortality in adults. Healthy low-carb diets were linked to lower mortality, especially in adults with chronic disease. Carbohydrate quality mattered; unhealthy low-carb diets were not linked to lower mortality.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

"Increasing social media use trajectories are linked to greater eating disorder symptoms" is published in Volume 122, October 2026 Issue of Annals of Epidemiology. Access the full research publication by clicking the link below. doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Jason Nagata, MD @jasonmnagata.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

🗣️ New @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social study in @annalsofepi.bsky.social! Among 10,735 adolescents in @theabcdstudy.bsky.social, we found that adolescents with increasing social media use are more likely to experience greater eating disorder symptoms. 🔗 Read here: tinyurl.com/EDTraj

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

New paper analyzes depressive symptoms and metabolic syndrome across Korea and the US Higher PHQ-9 scores were associated with greater odds of metabolic syndrome in both countries PHQ-9 related MetS differences were greater in females, middle-aged adults, & lower-income groups

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

New article discusses open-source technologies in epidemiology! Open-source tools can support diagnostics, monitoring, data systems, and surveillance. Their impact depends on validation, governance, sustainability, and health-system integration. Read the publication below: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

A newly published article in Volume 122 analyzed physical activity and mortality reduction. The main finding found that minor physical activity significantly lowers mortality risk. Any movement is beneficial! Read the full publication below: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

A new publication from vol. 121 analyzes cancer screening among sexual minority men in Japan. In Japan, sexual minority men were less likely to plan screening, though participation was similar. The gap was in intention among the unscreened — a key target for inclusive outreach.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Gun Violence Exposure Linked to High Blood Pressure A newly published article found black adults in areas with more shootings had twice the odds of high blood pressure. Findings also demonstrate cardiovascular consequences of gun violence exposure. doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

A newly published study from @pridestudy.org @dianatordoff.bsky.social examines how discrimination, social support, and community environment affect the mental health of LGBTQIA+ parents. Community-level factors had a stronger association with mental health in LGBTQIA+ parents than non-parents.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

We would like to extend a warm thank you to Dr. Sameer Elsayed for his service as an editorial board member. We are so grateful for his contributions, insight, and commitment to upholding the journal's standards throughout his time with us.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

A multicenter study links psychological resilience to glycemic control in individuals with diabetes. Lower resilience is associated with elevated hemoglobin A1c in youth and young adults with diabetes.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

❗❗Call for Papers – Science, Interrupted❗❗ ❗DEADLINE EXTENSION❗ We are pleased to announce an extension for manuscript submissions to our special issue, Science, Interrupted. To learn more about the special issue and instructions for submission, click below: www.sciencedirect.com/special-issu...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

A recent Norwegian study shows that self-reported use of antihypertensive & lipid-lowering medications is generally valid at the population level. Misclassification may occur amid older adults & individuals w/ cognitive impairment, highlighting needs for careful interpretation.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

We are excited to share that our 2025 Impact Factor is 3.6! We want to extend our appreciation to our editorial board members, authors, peer-reviewers, and readers. We are excited to continue to publish groundbreaking papers and advance epidemiological research.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

How are neighbourhood built environments and BMI in older adults associated? A publication found: Living in higher-density neighbourhoods were associated with lower body weight. Changes to the neighbourhood built environment were not associated with changes in BMI over time.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Ever wondered why implementation science needs epidemiologists? Well... Traditional epidemiologic approaches may overlook the dynamic systems that shape implementation. Systems thinking can help epidemiologists improve the real-world impact of public health interventions.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Scientists have noted steroid use falls, while creatine use climbs rapidly. Steroid use among U.S. adolescents declined substantially from 2001 to 2024. Creatine use increased over time, particularly among adolescent boys and older students. @umich.edu Interested? Click: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

New research analyzed COVID vaccine-refusing and vaccine-hesitant persons in the U.S.. A nationally-representative survey is used to distinguish the two groups. Messaging to address vaccine side-effects may improve uptake, and thus improve public health. @haroldpollack.bsky.social

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

New data has shown that 8% of adults have had cancer genetic testing! Among untested adults, 52% knew testing could show future cancer risk and 41% were interested in testing. 93% of adults said knowing whether they were at risk would change their health care decisions.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Have you heard of our podcast, EPITalk: Behind the Paper? Our podcast series takes you behind the scenes of groundbreaking articles published in the journal. Our latest episode focuses on our Special Issue - Science, Interrupted. What happens to science that is abruptly cut short?

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Science, Interrupted takes as an organizing question ‘what happens to science that is abruptly cut short?’ As described in the accompanying editorial, interruptions to science threaten not only individual studies but also the broader scientific and public health enterprise. doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Frontier research highlights proposals for new approaches to measuring PrEP need. Estimations of how many people may benefit from PrEP vary widely by estimation approach. These estimates provide a framework for assessing PrEP need at population and program levels. @mintturonn.bsky.social

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Recent publications have noted the promise of digital cough screening for COVID-19 detection. Researchers found cough acoustics are population specific. This impacts the utility of sound-based AI-enabled disease screening algorithms. Find out more here: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Researchers have analyzed how race/ethnicity predicts depression in young adults. A newly published article in Vol. 118 of Annals of Epidemiology has found that race/ethnicity (esp. with OMB groups) poorly predict depression while socioeconomic status is crucial for prediction.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Evidence based insights have shown that early adherence predicts MDR-TB outcomes. According to a newly published article, early adherence trajectories may help identify patients who need added support early in treatment! @columbiauniversity.bsky.social

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Interested in learning about how social risks cluster in populations? The analyses revealed two key findings: -> Health is shaped by overlapping social realities. -> Machine learning-based clustering methods can detect patterns that support upstream action. @ingridgiesinger.bsky.social

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Annals of Epidemiology is excited to announce that we are currently accepting applications for new Editorial Board Members to join our team. Applicants will need to provide a letter of interest and C.V.. If you are interested, please apply using this form: form.jotform.com/242234487148...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

We are thrilled to share a new paper suggesting social inequalities are linked to faster biological aging. The study found: ➡️Intersectional social groups shape biological aging beyond chronologic age. ➡️Combined inequalities may amplify aging-related health risks.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Are EHRs the key to accurate estimates of the burden of diabetes in youth? The DiCAYA Network shares lessons learned from using EHRs to monitor the prevalence of diabetes among children, adolescents & young adults.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

New research article proposes: Invasive group B Streptococcus (iGBS) meningitis in early infancy is linked to poorer school outcomes. Children with iGBS meningitis scored lower on standardized school tests.

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epitalk-btp.bsky.social @epitalk-btp.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Dr. Stanhope, Dr. Hamilton, and Dr. Roll take a deep dive into their exciting recently published study regarding how guaranteed income improves financial and mental wellbeing in a randomized trial among Black women in Georgia. Listen to our *NEW* episode here: www.buzzsprout.com/2195469/epis...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

‼️ Beyond Averages in Epidemiology‼️ Individual differences are structured by social contexts. Epidemiology must reconnect rigor with civic purpose. Interested in finding out more regarding @juanxmerlo's invited commentary? Click here: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

📝Latest Research Article📝 AI Reveals How Comorbidities Drive CKD Deaths in COVID-19 Diabetes & pneumonia top mortality risks in kidney patients. Males and elderly CKD patients face the highest COVID-19 death risk. Interested in learning more? Click below! doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

👂Have you heard? Weekend catch-up sleep is linked to reduced age-related hearing loss. The protective effect is more pronounced in men and individuals aged 40–64 years, highlighting sleep regularity as a modifiable factor for auditory health. Click to learn more here! doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

‼️The Debate Is Not Over‼️ Analysis of data from the U.S. All of Us Research Program suggests that integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI)-based antiretroviral therapy (ART) is associated with a cardioprotective effect among people with HIV (PWH). doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

👀 Did you know? Sex differences can shape diagnosis and treatment! Study design and analysis can falsely cover or uncover sex differences in biomedical research. We provide statistical guidance for sex inclusion across design, analysis, and reporting. @nusratr.bsky.social doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

📊 Our latest research: AI Finds Midlife Risks Predict Dementia Decades Later AI/ML identified key modifiable and genetic contributors to dementia risk. Targeting cardiometabolic health for earlier prevention. For more information, click here: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41581843/

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

❗❗Call for Papers – Science, Interrupted❗❗ Annals of Epidemiology seeks manuscripts on the epidemiologic, ethical & methodological challenges of prematurely terminated studies for a special issue: “Science, Interrupted.” Deadline: July 31, 2026 tinyurl.com/8vafx4cx #CallForPapers #Epidemiology

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

Did you know that Annals of Epidemiology supports mentored peer reviews? We recognize that opportunities to participate in the peer review process provides important learning experiences. Students are able to utilize the QR code to access the survey and apply for the Mentored Peer Review Program.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

We extend our deepest thanks to our collaborators for their contributions in 2025. Your commitment to rigorous, impactful scholarship continues to shape the quality and reach of the journal. We look forward to working together again in 2026!

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Congratulations, Dr. Meena Kumari, PhD winner of the 2025 overall best paper award. lnkd.in/euUyrnag It is our pleasure to announce Meena Kumari, PhD as the winner of the 2025 Overall Best Paper award. Co-authors on the paper are Elise Whitley, Michaela Benzeval, and Michelle Kelly-Irving.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Annals of Epidemiology seeks manuscripts on the epidemiologic, ethical & methodological challenges of prematurely terminated studies for a special issue: “Science, Interrupted.” Deadline: July 31, 2026 tinyurl.com/8vafx4cx #CallForPapers #Epidemiology

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VIP Research Lab @vipresearchlab.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

📢 New in @annalsofepi.bsky.social 📊 Our population-based panel study reveals key disparities in COVID-19 vaccine uptake in Ontario, Canada 🏘️ By end of 2021, 75% of adults in social housing were fully vaccinated vs. 87% in general population 🔗 doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Mortality Varies Across US Asian Groups CVD mortality rates are highest in Filipino & Indian, lowest in Chinese & Korean. Aggregating Asian groups masks important heterogeneity. Click here to read more: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

📢NEW STUDY Maternal asthma in pregnancy can be associated with later puberty in sons Boys born to mothers w/ asthma had slightly later pubertal development. No associations were observed among daughters, & findings were not explained by either birth weight or childhood asthma.

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Annals of Epidemiology @annalsofepi.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

¾ of overdose decedents in Tennessee died alone A potential bystander was only present in 25% of drug overdose deaths in Tennessee from 2019-2022.

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