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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 1h
Despite being preventable and largely curable, hepatitis C remains a major public health issue in the U.S. Without treatment, hepatitis C can slowly damage the liver over decades; however, today's treatments are highly effective. Read more and subscribe:
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Hepatitis C is highly curable and preventable. Why do so many people still have it?
Known as a “silent killer,” hepatitis C goes unnoticed for about one-third of those infected. Without treatment, it can damage the liver over decades, but direct-acting antivirals can cure more than 9...
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Bloomberg American Health Initiative @americanhealth.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
When Keshia Pollack Porter first came to @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social in 2002, she was a PhD student working to reduce injuries in the workplace, eleven years later she joined the Bloomberg American Health Initiative as one of the first Bloomberg Professors of American Health.
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10 Questions with the Dean
As we celebrate 10 years of the Bloomberg American Health Initiative, we sat down with Dean Keshia Pollack Porter to hear more about her work with the Initiative and her hopes for the future.
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Global Health NOW @globalhealthnow.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
A possible plague death at a Russian research institute is raising international concerns as WHO presses for answers. Here’s what we know. Stay informed on global health news by subscribing to Global Health NOW, brought to you by @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social: globalhealthnow.org/subscribe
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Charting the next steps of your public health journey? Join us for our Fall Open House! 🍂 If you're joining in person or virtually, you can: 🌟 Hear from deans and Department leadership 📚 Attend presentations about various degree programs 🌐 Learn about student life Registration now!
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Open House Events | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
GLP-1s have had a meteoric rise in recent years as a go-to weight loss solution. Despite impressive results, discontinuation is a problem. To read more and subscribe to future issues of The Uptake:
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GLP-1s are “a real game changer” for weight loss—but discontinuation is a problem
Caleb Alexander, co-director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Drug Safety and Effectiveness, calls GLP-1 medications “transformative.” But his research finds that 50%-–75% of users quit these medicatio...
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Young people are spending more time than ever online—but what is all that screen time doing to their mental health? magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/mental-...
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Vitamin A is an essential nutrient we can derive from sources like carrots, sweet potatoes, meat, and eggs. If you live in the U.S., you probably get plenty of it in your diet. But it’s a different story in other parts of the world. open.spotify.com/episode/3Qw7...
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Public Health On Call Podcast @publichealthpod.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Vitamin A has saved lives across the globe, but supplementation isn't necessary for most people. A slate of @jhu.edu and @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social experts dive into a history of vitamin A supplementation and how it has shaped global health 🎧 podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/from-saving-...
Promo graphic for episode 1114 of Public Health On Call titled From Saving Lives to Selling Supplements: A History of Vitamin A. Additional text reads: While Vitamin A has saved lives across the globe, supplementation isn't necessary for most people—despite what you may read online.
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
It's so quick and easy to get your flu vaccine! Natalie and her sister prove it. The best time to get your flu and COVID vaccines is as soon as you can before peak season begins.
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Meet recent grad Claudio! Claudio takes us through his year as an MPH student, from attending classes to making friends and even working as a research assistant. Learn more about the MPH program: publichealth.jhu.edu/academics/mph
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Flu, COVID, and RSV vaccines help reduce your chance of getting seriously sick—and are essential for protecting people who are immunocompromised. @publichealthpod.bsky.social podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/a-guide-to-f...
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Earlier this month, the CDC reported a nationwide increase in human rabies exposures. The disease, if left untreated, is nearly 100% fatal—but it can be prevented. Hear more about rabies from two veterinarians on @publichealthpod.bsky.social: podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/the-rabies-e...
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Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future @livablefuture.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
In this episode of Unconfined, journalist Eric Schlosser reflects on the 25th anniversary of his landmark book, Fast Food Nation. w/ clf.jhsph.edu/still-fast-f...
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
With the official start of fall, it's time to officially get your fall vaccines. 🍂 Our experts put together a 2026-27 Fall Vax Guide so you know exactly what vaccines you need and when.
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
This post contains information about suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing mental health-related distress, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) (en español 1-888-628-9454) for free, confidential crisis counseling and referrals available 24/7/365.
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Suicide is a serious public health issue. Beyond caring for individuals in crisis, reducing this devastating toll means thinking about prevention through a public health lens.
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Global Health NOW @globalhealthnow.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Nicole Baumgarth, director of the Lyme and Tickborne Diseases Research and Education Institute at @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social, gets a lot of emails from aspiring young scientists. Last year, one of them—from a group of Georgia high school students—stood out. Read the article: tinyurl.com/y5e43rxv
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
While summer feels like it's over, tick season isn't. They can stick around through late fall in some parts of the U.S. Natalie and Dr. Norris talk ticks and offer tips on how you can remain vigilant when enjoying time outdoors. @johnshopkinsmmi.bsky.social
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
It’s Time to Transform How We Teach Public Health Communications. Join us for a series of lightning talk speakers who will frame current communications challenges and propose steps needed to transform public health communications training. Register for the livestream: jh.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
There's something about these seafaring towns. The superstitions. Their tall tales. I find it charming myself.
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Public Health On Call Podcast @publichealthpod.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
In August, Meta agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion over claims that it harmed children by fostering unhealthy digital habits. @drjthrul.bsky.social and Tamar Mendelson discuss what comes next and what parents should take away from the settlement. 🎧 podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/meta-settled...
Promo graphic for episode 1105 of Public Health On Call titled Meta Settles Case Over Social Media Addiction Claims. Additional text reads: An addiction researcher and an expert in adolescent mental health explain what comes next.
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Rabies has been making headlines across multiple states this summer. Natalie Armstrong talks about what you need to know about rabies and how to stay safe.
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
It’s Time to Transform How We Teach Public Health Communications. Join us for a series of lightning talk speakers who will frame current communications challenges and propose steps needed to transform public health communications training. Register for the livestream: jh.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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BSPH / Department of Health Policy & Management @bsph-hpm.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Meet some of our new HPM students! From health financing and hospital management to quality of care for mothers and children, these students are interested in a wide range research topics. We can’t wait to see what they accomplish at @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social with the HPM community!
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
"This past weekend was one we will never forget," wrote @jhucih.bsky.social's Allison Barlow. "The generosity and infectious energy of Olivia Rodrigo and Daisy Chain Fields festival continues to multiply."
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Daisy Chain Festival directs $2 million in proceeds to CIH - Center for Indigenous Health
Photo features: (L-R) Fatima Goss Graves, Kelly Sawyer Patricof, Norah Weinstein, Dr. Allyson Bear, Christian LoBue, Olivia Rodrigo, Caren Spruch, Jenn Stowe, Sonya Passi, Madeline Halperin-Robinson, ...
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
It’s long been a public health priority to evolve flu vaccine technology—a process which currently takes more than six months to produce a shot—so that manufacturers can respond more quickly to the evolving virus, making flu shots more effective.
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How the mRNA Flu Vaccine Compares to Traditional Shots | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
mRNA flu shot approval will give many older Americans another option this fall—and data shows it outperforms traditional shots.
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Public Health On Call Podcast @publichealthpod.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
A study assessing whether switching from a gas to an electric stove could improve breathing conditions was canceled. Ana Rule, @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social associate professor, explains what this halted study can tell us about indoor air quality. 🎧 podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/gas-stoves-a...
Promo graphic for episode 1097 of Public Health On Call titled Gas Stoves Are Worsening Breathing Issues. Additional text reads: But research looking into how switching to an electric stove could improve asthma symptoms was canceled.
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
At the national level, measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccination coverage among U.S. kindergartners decreased by just 0.1% between 2024–25 and 2025–26. State-level estimates tell a different story.
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Amid Ongoing Measles Outbreaks, U.S. Children Remain Vulnerable to Vaccine-Preventable Disease | International Vaccine Access Center
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
E-bikes and e-scooters are everywhere, but data shows a high incidence of hospital admissions and severe injuries from crashes. If you're the parent or guardian of an e-bike or e-scooter user, here are some ways to keep them safe. open.spotify.com/episode/4pQj... @publichealthpod.bsky.social
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
It's the first day of term! Hear from our newest Bloomberg students about what they are excited for this school year. 💙
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Public Health On Call Podcast @publichealthpod.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
When you reach for a glass of water today, thank Abel Wolman. A Hopkins alumnus and professor, he developed the chlorination method still used today to treat our drinking water. Hear more about his legacy from medical historian Graham Mooney 💧 podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/abel-wolman-...
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Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future @livablefuture.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Episode 34 is out now! Food system scholar @rajpatel.org cuts through the mess of the industrial food system and points us toward a better future. clf.jhsph.edu/unconfined-p...
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Public Health On Call Podcast @publichealthpod.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
At the turn of the 20th century, waterborne diseases posed a significant threat to public health. Enter @jhu.edu grad and @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social professor Abel Wolman. Learn about the life and legacy of this pioneer of water sanitization 🎧 podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/abel-wolman-...
Promo graphic for episode 1096 of Public Health On Call titled Abel Wolman, “Friend of the Thirsty”. Additional text reads: The life and legacy of the Baltimore-born pioneer of water sanitization.
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Public Health On Call Podcast @publichealthpod.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
An FDA advisory committee has recommended six unapproved peptides be permitted for sale at compounding pharmacies. Hear more about what this means and what comes next 🔗 open.spotify.com/playlist/1yu...
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
don't threaten us with a good time 👀
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Baltimore homicides have plummeted by nearly 60% since 2021, the lowest rate per 100,000 people in a half century. It preceded the national decline, and it fell further and faster than in any other American city. Let's take a look at the numbers. magazine.publichealth.jhu.edu/2026/baltimo...
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Public Health On Call Podcast @publichealthpod.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
On Monday, the president signed an executive order on childhood vaccines—but what exactly does it say and what comes next? Learn more 🔗 podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/the-executiv...
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
It’s peak West Nile virus season, and cases are on the rise. Swipe through to learn how West Nile virus spreads, why most infections go unnoticed, and why prevention remains the best defense. Read more: publichealth.jhu.edu/2026/what-to...
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
kinda chic working in public health 💅
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
While the NYC outbreak is over, Legionnaires’ disease remains a serious respiratory disease that is common in the summer months. Listen to the full podcast to learn more about the disease and what it can teach us about our water systems: podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/all-about-legionnaires-disease
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
West Nile virus is making an early and active return in the U.S. this year, putting a renewed spotlight on the nation’s most common mosquito-borne disease. For more information: publichealth.jhu.edu/2026/what-to...
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
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Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future @livablefuture.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
New Unconfined episode: Host Christine Grillo interviews Jessica Knurick, RD, PhD, on #MAHA tactics and debunking claims from the Make America Healthy Again movement. clf.jhsph.edu/maha-movemen...
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Public Health On Call Podcast @publichealthpod.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Cooling towers on large office and apartment buildings are a common culprit behind Legionnaires' outbreaks. @nataliegexum.bsky.social joins the podcast to talk about the Legionnaires' outbreak in NYC. 🔗 podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/all-about-le...
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Caitlin Rivers @cmyeaton.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
I joined PBS News Hour to discuss cyclosporiasis, salmonella, and measles. Outbreaks abound. x.com/NewsHour/sta...
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Public health concerns are growing as cyclosporiasis cases surge, and now a salmonella outbreak across 17 states has many Americans raising concerns about U.S. food safety. For more, @WmBrangham spea...
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Us to all our DMs asking for odyssey memes: can somebody get these beggars out of here?
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Bloomberg American Health Initiative @americanhealth.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
🎉Please join us in welcoming the 10th cohort of Bloomberg American Health Fellows to @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social! /1 americanhealth.jhu.edu/news/bloombe...
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Bloomberg American Health Initiative Announces 10th Cohort of Fellows Working to Address Critical U.S. Health Challenges
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
How did this cyclosporiasis outbreak travel so far, so fast? Reasons both regulatory and biological have made it particularly hard to track the source and contain its spread—revealing gaps in America’s food safety systems that leave the country more vulnerable to foodborne illness.
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Understanding the Cyclosporiasis Outbreak | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
How gaps in surveillance allowed a hardy foodborne parasite to reach thousands of Americans.
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Public Health On Call Podcast @publichealthpod.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Wibba betta flibber? Blarffle shoo zibba nish. (Translation: Want better health? Where you live matters.) 🎧 podcast.publichealth.jhu.edu/curbing-urba...
A graphic depicting a suburban background, titled: Sprawling Cities Can Impact Our Health—and Our Wallets. Additional text reads: Urban sprawl researcher Shima Hamidi joins Public Health On Call to discuss new research.
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Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
The best time to prepare for a hurricane? Before there’s one on the way. Even without a named storm coming your way, there are measures you can take to keep yourself and your family safe. For more information on severe weather safety, visit ready.gov.
Be Prepared for Hurricane and Tropical Storm Season. When a hurricane or tropical storm forms, meteorologists can reasonably predict when and where it may hit, giving you time to prepare. Knowing what to expect and how to prepare can help keep you and your loved ones safe.be prepared: Have an Emergency Plan. Identify the safest room in your home. Know your evacuation route. Pack an emergency supplies kit. Plan where to stay if you need to evacuate. Know where to get updates and emergency alerts. Protect Your Home. Secure windows and doors with storm shutters or plywood. Bring in outdoor furniture and secure loose items. Trim trees and clear gutters to minimize damage.Follow alerts and evacuate when you're told to. If You Cannot Evacuate: Stay inside. Keep away from all windows, skylights, and glass doors. Listen for storm updates via radio, phone, or TV. Never leave shelter until it is confirmed that the storm has completely passed. The eye of the storm creates a brief, misleading calm while strong winds are still approaching.When Flooding Occurs: Move to higher ground. Never attempt to swim or walk through floodwater. Avoid driving into areas covered with water. Avoid using bridges over fast-moving water. If you must walk through a flooded area, wear rubber boots or waders to avoid contact with floodwater. Floodwater is dangerous due to its depth and what it may contain, including: High leves of fecal contamination. chemicals, or hazardous waste. Snakes, rodents, or other animals. Downed power lines, which can electrically charge the water. Debris and other physical objects.
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