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Weight loss
Benefits of intermittent fasting questioned
Published April 22, 2024
Both time-restricted eating and regularly planned meals led to similar weight loss results, suggesting that total calories may be more important than meal timing
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Environmental health
The impact of cigarette butts
Published April 22, 2024
Cigarette butts are the most littered item on the planet. Two new studies from the Institute for Global Tobacco Control point to possible solutions.
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3 questions
EPA phases out PFAS
Published April 19, 2024
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency imposes first-ever regulations limiting chemicals known as PFAS, or forever chemicals, in drinking water
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Mental Health
Adolescent stress may raise risk of postpartum depression in adults
Published April 18, 2024
Early-life stress may lead to prolonged elevation of the hormone cortisol after childbirth and in turn, postpartum depression
Let's talk about childhood injury prevention
April 16, 2024
Sen. Bernie Sanders visits Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing
April 16, 2024
What's happening with dairy cows and bird flu?
April 15, 2024

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Salad arranged on a black plate with a fork and knife arranged like hands on a clock
Weight loss
Benefits of intermittent fasting questioned
Published April 22, 2024
Both time-restricted eating and regularly planned meals led to similar weight loss results in study, suggesting total calories may be more important than meal timing
Cigarette butts scattered among rocks
Environmental health
The impact of cigarette butts
Published April 22, 2024
Cigarette butts are the most littered item on the planet. Two new studies from the Institute for Global Tobacco Control point to possible solutions.
Filling up a glass of water
3 questions
EPA phases out PFAS
Published April 19, 2024
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency imposes first-ever regulations limiting chemicals known as PFAS, or forever chemicals, in drinking water
A doctor rests their hand on a mother's shoulder as she holds her baby.
Mental Health
Adolescent stress may raise risk of postpartum depression in adults
Published April 18, 2024
Early-life stress may lead to prolonged elevation of the hormone cortisol after childbirth and in turn, postpartum depression
A kid's lower legs lay on a white sheet. The right leg is in a yellow cast.
Pediatrics
Let's talk about childhood injury prevention
Published April 16, 2024
By simply talking to parents about preventing injuries, pediatricians can help families keep kids safer
U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders poses for a photo with a large group of nursing students
Health policy
Bernie Sanders visits Hopkins Nursing
Published April 16, 2024
Visit showcases the school's vision and approaches for the future, centering on health, well-being, and preventive care
Two black and white dairy cows standing in a green pasture come extremely close to the camera lens
Q+A
What's happening with dairy cows and bird flu?
Published April 15, 2024
Though the virus is circulating in dairy cows, human exposure remains low, Johns Hopkins public health experts say
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3 Questions
What happens if the Supreme Court limits mifepristone?
Published March 26, 2024
Johns Hopkins expert Suzanne Bell explains the possible reproductive health impacts of limiting access to a pill that has been safely used by millions of people
Vincent Guilamo-Ramos
3 Questions
Why the U.S. health system needs redesign
Published March 8, 2024
Hopkins Nursing policy expert Vincent Guilamo-Ramos makes the case for a nurse-led approach to health care that focuses on prevention and equity
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Expert insights
Are nicotine pouches safe?
Published March 8, 2024
Smoke-free, flavored nicotine pouches, including the brand Zyn, are going viral on TikTok. A Johns Hopkins expert weighs in on their safety.
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