1 in 4 children in low/middle income countries experience shigella-related diarrhea severe enough to require medical care by the age of two. Unprecedented funding cuts to international organizations in countries that need them most, mean many communities are left at risk. Read more:

Study Finds Drug-Resistant Shigella Threatening Young Children Worldwide

Study highlights the growing threat of antibiotic-resistant Shigella infections in young children worldwide, urging for prevention and vaccine development.

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Struggling to afford food? You're not alone, according to the results of the latest Washington State Food Security Survey from @uofwa.uw.edu, @pullman.wsu.edu and @wsdagov.bsky.social. @uwsph.bsky.social @uwfsnh.bsky.social deohs.washington.edu/news/washing...

Washington households continue to face food insecurity

Washingtonians struggle to afford food amid rising costs and uncertain federal support, according to new survey from UW, WSU and WSDA

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Health experts warn that record-breaking #heatwaves across the U.S. and high overnight temperatures can lead to heatstroke. Early warning signs include heavy sweating, muscle cramps and headache. SPH faculty Kristie Ebi share the importance of taking a proactive approach to stay cool.

No relief from the heat as many US cities will see record overnight temperatures

Another round of sweltering heat is in store for much of the U.S. this week. The National Weather Service predicts that more than 90 temperature records across the U.S. will be tied or broken this wee...

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Last year, 10.5 million shared bikes and scooter trips were taken in #Seattle but it comes with safety concerns. Recently, Seattle began requiring companies to use technology to prevent people from riding on the sidewalk. UW SPH faculty Steve Mooney speaks with @kuow.org on #injuryprevention.

For her outstanding work in researching the ethical issues surrounding emerging biotechnologies, recent doctoral grad Betty Cohn was awarded the Gilbert S. Omenn Award for Academic Excellence. One area of Cohn's research include the rise in #genetictesting and millions of lives uncovered by it.

Millions of people accidentally uncover their true biological parents with genetic testing. Then what? | UW School of Public Health

Doctoral student Betty Cohn studies ethical issues surrounding emerging biotechnology.

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UW's Thomas Lumley, PhD ’98, an affiliate biostatistics professor in @uwsph.bsky.social, is among the recipients of the $1 million 2026 Rousseeuw Prize in Statistics. Lumley and others were recognized for their pivotal achievements in advancing R programming language.⁠ bit.ly/4uQDjj2

The UW is ranked #4 in the world and #2 in the U.S. for public, environmental and occupational health in the U.S. News and World Report rankings of best global universities. In the U.S., the UW is now the top public university in this category. @uwsph.bsky.social deohs.washington.edu/news/uw-rank...

UW ranked fourth in world and second in US for public, environmental and occupational health

Among US public universities, DEOHS programs top US News and World Report’s Best Global Universities list

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A growing body of research is examining the impact of #wildfiresmoke on fertility. In comparison to smoke’s effects on pregnancies, it’s a topic that’s been understudied.

How wildfire smoke affects fertility - High Country News

While new studies suggest that wildfire smoke could affect some aspects of fertility, more research is needed to determine just how cautious prospective parents should be with their smoke exposure.

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It was such a thrill to send off our 79 DEOHS graduates on Friday! We are so proud of you, and we know you'll enlighten the world with your talents and training. We also announced our Outstanding Faculty Mentor and Distinguished Staff Awards!💜💛 @uwsph.bsky.social deohs.washington.edu/news/congrat...

Congratulations, Class of 2026!

Celebrating our DEOHS graduates and student, faculty and staff award winners

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Daphne Suen is a 2026 recipient of the UW SPH’s Outstanding Undergraduate Award, for her deep passion for social justice, health equity, and building a community of students who care deeply about making the world better with #publichealth values. Read our full profile with Suen:

How undergraduate Daphne Suen improves public health while impatient for change | UW School of Public Health

Public health senior Daphne Suen receives 2026 Outstanding Undergraduate Award.

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So many factors like sleep, inflammation, genetics, and the microbiome affect our understanding of #Alzheimer's and its disease progression. @uwbiostat.bsky.social master's student and Omenn Awardee Yifan Lin developed a new tool that uses AI and machine learning to uncover hidden factors.

How biostatisticians use AI to uncover hidden factors causing diseases | UW School of Public Health

Master’s student Yifan Lin developed a tool to help understand Alzheimer's and other diseases.

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Each year, the UW School of Public Health celebrates the 2026 Excellence Awards, which recognize members of the SPH community for their dedication, service, and many contributions to #publichealth. Congratulations to all our recipients! 🎉💜 sph.washington.edu/news-events/... #PublicHealth

SPH Celebrates 2026 Excellence Awards Recipients | UW School of Public Health

The School of Public Health celebrates our community for their contributions to public health.

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Our 2026 Omenn Lecture featured Dr. Howard Frumkin who explained how nature is a powerful strategy for health promotion. It was wonderful to see so many people at the event that honors Gil Omenn & Martha Darling – two incredible supporters of our department & @uwsph.bsky.social

Strengthening sustainable, healthy food systems requires countless people working together across professions, disciplines and geographies. Jennifer Otten, Marie Spiker, and Sarah Collier received the 2026 UW Distinguished Teaching Award for their collaboration and mentorship over the years.

Food Systems faculty receive Distinguished Teaching Award for collaborative team teaching | UW School of Public Health

Sarah Collier, Jennifer Otten and Marie Spiker honored for interdisciplinary instruction and mentorship.

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Congratulations to Augusto Ferraris and Xinmei Huang, two #PublicHealth graduate students who received the 2026-2027 UWRA Patricia Dougherty Fellowships in Aging. Their demonstrated interests and research on aging-related issues help us better understand #prevention and #healthcare for communities.

2026 UWRA Patrica Dougherty Fellowship

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For her years of dedication to improving Indigenous #publichealth, Myra Parker was named the 2026 SPH Alumni of Impact Awardee. In addition to being a UW faculty, Parker also serves as the director of Seven Directions and is a 2010 @hspop.uw.edu Health Services doctoral graduate.

Myra Parker receives Alumni of Impact Award for commitment to Indigenous health | UW School of Public Health

Parker, a UW SPH doctoral alum, leads Indigenous health research at UW.

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Each year, the SPH #UndergraduateSymposium allows students to demonstrate how they applied knowledge and skills gained in the classroom to address #publichealth problems through research, internship, and capstone experiences. Join us on May 21 at the Hans Rosling Center heyor.ca/WeFItv

"Leaning into the health benefits of nature contact stands the field of environmental health on its head." -Dr. Howard Frumkin Join us May 26 to hear from Frumkin about spending time in nature at our Omenn Lecture. RSVP and learn more: @uwsph.bsky.social deohs.washington.edu/news/how-con...

How contact with nature could make us healthier

Dr. Howard Frumkin gives Omenn Lecture in Environmental Health on May 26

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WA state is a step closer to modernizing its health record-keeping by implementing a uniform electronic health system across the 3 agencies. Having the information all in one place helps researchers spot broader, long-term health trends across populations and treat chronic conditions @hspop.uw.edu

A big change is coming to Washington’s medical records

This year’s state budget allotted $48 million this fiscal year, and nearly $70 million next year to implement a uniform electronic health system.

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The alarming rise of waterways polluted with cocaine prompted scientists to wonder what the downstream impacts look like on our #ecosystem. The presence of drugs and their metabolites in aquatic environments is “an environmental engineering problem,” said @uwdeohs.bsky.social James Meador.

These Salmon Got High on Cocaine. That Wasn’t the Craziest Part.

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Join us May 26 for the 2026 Omenn Lecture with Dr. Howard Frumkin, former dean of @uwsph.bsky.social and DEOHS professor emeritus. His talk, "The Nature of Environmental Health," will focus on how contact with nature can help improve our health. 🍃⛰️🌞 RSVP: deohs.washington.edu/omenn-lectur...

Omenn Lecture in Environmental Health

Dr. Howard Frumkin will deliver the 2026 Omenn Lecture, "The nature of environmental health."

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A new UW “Global to Local” course is rethinking #publichealth by applying global solutions to local challenges and emphasizing shared learning and innovation across communities. @uwdgh.bsky.social's Kata Mucha highlight how undergrad students can put this learning into practice across WA state.

How a new UW "Global to Local" course can improve health in Washington state | UW School of Public Health

In a rethinking of global health, countries emphasize sharing health solutions.

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A new UW interdisciplinary initiative called Five for Flourishing aims uses strategies to help students foster a sense of belonging in large lecture settings and promote connections with instructors and peers. SPH's Elizabeth Kirk share how this program can help make classes feel smaller.

Five for Flourishing  | LearningWell Magazine

A pilot program at the University of Washington asks: Can a big class feel small?

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Our students help inspire policy changes, make research discoveries, and advance public health solutions that improve lives and strengthen communities, locally and across the globe. Your support helps expand opportunities for future public health leaders. Give this #HuskyGivingDay heyor.ca/UYKip7

Congrats to the 9 School of Public Health students who were selected to the 2026 #Husky100! Their dedication, leadership and enthusiasm inspires others to shape their own meaningful Husky experience. Learn more: sph.washington.edu/news-events/... #PublicHealth

Ali Shojae, professor & interim chair of @uwbiostat.bsky.social has been awarded a $3M grant from #NIH to apply machine learning and #AI to the early detection and diagnoses of #Alzheimersdisease and related dementias long before symptoms appear.

Thanks to WSU President Cantwell for making the trek to meet with UW President Jones for a tour of our One Health Clinic to see how @wsuvetmed.bsky.social & @uwsph.bsky.social Center for One Health Research care for youth experiencing homelessness and their pets. #GoDawgs and #GoCougs

In an introductory SPH graduate course led by @uwdeohs.bsky.social professor Peter Rabinowitz, students use interdisciplinary problem-solving and community partnerships to develop practical, actionable strategies that address real-world #publichealth challenges. deohs.washington.edu/hsm-blog/con...

Confronting “wicked problems” in public health

A class for new DEOHS graduate students highlights how to make headway on 7 complex challenges in environmental health

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Floods, landslides, volcanoes, earthquakes and wildfires threaten the Pacific Northwest. Here’s how UW partnerships with Tribal partners, state and local agencies, and health care organizations are fostering #disasterresilient communities. #PublicHealth sph.washington.edu/news-events/...

Young people who are homeless are more likely to experience chronic illness and less likely to seek help. At the One Health Clinic, veterinary and medical staff believe they can build trust by providing healthcare to them through their pets. #interdisciplinarycare #publichealth @uwdeohs.bsky.social

To help hard-to-reach kids, this Seattle clinic also treats their pets

A clinic at the New Horizons Youth Shelter treats young people alongside their pets to build better relationships with the medical system — with promising results.

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