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“This virus is now demonstrating some of those hallmarks of a potential public health threat,” said Suresh Kuchipudi, a professor and chair of infectious diseases and microbiology.
A 'junk DNA' mutation that prevents a disease
"The function of gene silencers is only now being understood and in this case, it is allowing us to tell some patients who previously would have been given a fatal prognosis that they will not die of a cruel and debilitating disease," said senior author Quasar Padiath, professor and chair of human genetics.
Pittsburgh Hill District residents, analysts wonder what’s next following Salem’s Market closure
Residents may not feel the impact immediately. But Professor and Chair of Epidemiology Tamara Dubowitz said the closing would have effects on the surrounding community.
Pittsburgh woman remembers her sister's life-saving gift of organ donation
"Emily's the one who got me hooked on 'ER,' and that inspired me to become a paramedic when I was in college, to get interested in medicine," said Beth Hoffman, assistant professor of behavioral and community health sciences.
First cows, now cats. Is Bird Flu coming for humans next?
“What makes the current situation really different is the force and extent of infection,” says Professor and Chair of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology Suresh Kuchipudi.
Hollywood actor Noah Wyle makes a Pitt stop
Last week at Pitt’s School of Public Health, Hoffman—an assistant professor of behavioral and community health sciences—moderated a panel discussion featuring actor Noah Wyle.
ER visit data for asthma show dip, but advocacy groups still fight for resources and answers
Sally Wenzel, professor and chair of environmental and occupational health, said the visit counts seem surprisingly low — and “certainly would not be in line with my experience,” which includes nearly 18 years as a pulmonologist with UPMC.
Pitt alumna helping new mothers thrive using evaluation tool bearing her name
Pitt Public Health alumna Jennifer Barkin is principal investigator overseeing $8 million in federal and foundation grants to provide services targeted to improve maternal and infant health and wellbeing.
Consumption of raw milk is increasing among the self-proclaimed health conscious but is it safe?
"There are no known benefits of consuming raw milk and there are several significant health risks in doing so," says Suresh Kuchipudi, professor and chair of infectious disease microbiology.
Pitt Public Health welcomes five new faculty members
The School of Public Health is pleased to welcome five new faculty members to four of our academic departments.
House cats with bird flu could pose a risk to public health
Just a few mutations could make this strain adept at spreading between people. And the more people who catch H5N1, the more likely it would adapt to be more efficient, said Professor and Chair of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, Suresh Kuchipudi.
Jaia Gallegos Named 2024 Winner of Bernard D. Goldstein Student Award
Jaia Gallegos has been recognized as the 2024 recipient of the Bernard D. Goldstein Student Award in Environmental Health Disparities and Public Health Practice at the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health.
Pitt research finds antibody that could prevent bird flu
University of Pittsburgh, and National Institutes of Health researchers shared promising results on a groundbreaking antibody treatment they gave to monkeys. KDKA's Jessica Guay spoke with Simon Barratt-Boyes professor of infectious diseases and microbiology.
Keeping your heart and waist healthy during menopause
“We were able to identify the time point at which women start to accumulate that fat in the abdomen. In particular, women start to accumulate two years before their final menstrual period,” said Professor of Epidemiology and Vice Chair for Education Samar R El Khoudary.