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The field of public health has become more visible than ever before—each month host Megan Hall interviews researchers who make this work possible, in this podcast from the School of Public Health.
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Humans in Public Health: Ashish Jha
In celebration of the School of Public Health’s 10th anniversary, we are joined by former White House COVID-19 Response Coordinator, and Dean of Brown’s School of Public Health, Dr. Ashish Jha.
Klain to share insights on key decisions in public health and policy made during his decades-long tenure at the highest levels of government.
September 18, 2023
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Higher buprenorphine doses associated with improved retention in treatment for opioid use disorder
A new study led by Brown University researchers suggests a need to reevaluate opioid addiction treatment recommendations in the era of fentanyl.
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Long-Acting PrEP Solutions for At-Risk Populations
A new study from Brown researchers examines more effective medication adherence strategies for PrEP among men who have sex with men in the U.S.
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Ten on the 10s: Allegra Scharff MPH '17
In celebration of Brown SPH's 10th Anniversary, we're featuring an alum on the 10th of each month who is advancing public health right here in Rhode Island. Allegra Scharff, a 2017 Brown MPH graduate, is Chief of Healthcare Equity at the RI Department of Health, where she leads community health, education and DEI initiatives. We asked Allegra how her Brown experience has shape her public health career.
In orientation address, Dean Ashish Jha highlights school’s distinct approach and key areas of focus.
Continuum Magazine, the official publication of the School of Public Health, takes a closer look at our research, students and faculty in order to unearth the stories that drive our work. Explore the Continuum Magazine tag to read compelling interviews, event round-ups and opinion pieces from SPH.
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Student Spotlight: Linking older adults to health care
MPH student Nargis Faizy spent her summer working to improve care for elderly Rhode Islanders.
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Student Spotlight: Bridging the nutrition gap
Azia Johnson is working to alleviate food insecurity in her hometown of Providence, Rhode Island.
Doctoral student Chase Bryer heads to Vancouver to research and facilitate health access in the Two-Spirit community.
Research News
All SPH Research News A new study led by Brown University researchers suggests a need to reevaluate opioid addiction treatment recommendations in the era of fentanyl.
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Long-Acting PrEP Solutions for At-Risk Populations
A new study from Brown researchers examines more effective medication adherence strategies for PrEP among men who have sex with men in the U.S.
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New York Times
Mental Health Spending Surged During the Pandemic
Americans’ use of mental health services pivoted to remote visits and increased considerably, a new study found. Economists think both changes are here to stay.
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Faculty News
See all Faculty News By passing Measure 110, Oregonians sought to begin undoing the harms caused by over 50 years of a failed War on Drugs. Those harms won’t be fixed overnight.
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After a 40 year career championing equitable access to vaccines and improving the way the world prevents and responds to infectious disease, alum Dr. Seth Berkley returns to Brown University to advise the Pandemic Center.
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Academic Dean and Leadership Transitions
Two important leadership transitions within the Brown University School of Public Health, effective September 1, 2023.
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The field of public health has become more visible than ever before—each month host Megan Hall interviews researchers who make this work possible, in this podcast from the School of Public Health.