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Researchers find that weather and climate patterns can help predict the timing and severity of flu outbreaks across diverse regions, and that flu spreads more easily in very dry and very humid air.

New research published by scientists at Brown’s School of Public Health found that people who received the widely available shingles vaccine had a 24.6% lower risk of being diagnosed with dementia. 

New research published by scientists at Brown University’s School of Public Health found that a widely available vaccine could be a key tool in fighting dementia.

Francesca L. Beaudoin, who was recently named dean of Brown’s School of Public Health, discussed her new role, previous experience and academic background in this interview.

E-cigarettes aren’t safe, but they’re ‘dramatically safer’ than smoking. Citing strong evidence for harm reduction, Brown experts join co-authors for a new SRNT paper that advises healthcare providers discuss vaping with adult smokers struggling to quit.

Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies Director Christopher Kahler, one of the authors of a major new study on the risks of alcohol consumption, explains what the findings mean for anyone wondering how much is too much.

As concerns about infectious disease outbreaks continue to shape public health planning, a group of Brown University public health students stands ready to support Rhode Island health officials in case an outbreak or other emergency stretches the state’s workforce.

Why talking about climate change won't save our food system—but focusing on human health just might.

NPR's A Martinez asks Professor Jennifer Nuzzo of Brown University why there have been more measles cases this year so far than in all of last year, and what can be done to stop the resurgence.

Associate Professor of the Practice of Health Services, Policy and Practice Craig Spencer authored this analysis of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

This article references a New York Times op-ed written by Craig Spencer, an associate professor at the School of Public Health. 

Craig Spencer, an Ebola survivor and associate professor of the practice of health services, policy and practice, provided commentary in this article. 

Jennifer Nuzzo, professor of epidemiology and director of the Pandemic Center at the Brown University School of Public Health, provided commentary in this article on the U.S. response to the Ebola outbreak.

Craig Spencer, an associate professor of the practice of health services, policy and practice, wrote this essay about the Ebola outbreak in Congo.