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New edition of leading textbook on public health practice published

Updated ‘Evidence-Based Public Health’ includes more on communication, health disparities

September 17, 2025

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Americans favor voluntary mental health care amid federal push for forced treatment

A new study from WashU Public Health finds that there is bipartisan backing for crisis hotlines, walk-in centers and peer support — diverging from federal policies expanding forced treatment.

The Source

September 17, 2025

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‘Kissing bug’ disease has been found in Missouri. Scientists want the U.S. to take it seriously

Classifying Chagas disease as endemic to the U.S. could strengthen surveillance, research and public health responses, says WashU Medicine’s Philip Budge, a secondary faculty member at SPH.

St. Louis Public Radio

September 15, 2025

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New study: Less than 1/2 of St Louis city residents live within walking distance of fresh food

WashU Public Health’s Rodrigo Reis talked with KMOX about his study highlighting major gaps in access to healthy food and transportation — especially in north St. Louis.

KMOX

September 12, 2025

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Public Health People: A conversation with researcher Lora Iannotti

The Lauren and Lee Fixel Distinguished Professor of Public Health talks hunger, nutrition and the promise she sees in the new School of Public Health

September 12, 2025

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Trust in CDC on flu, vaccines falls nearly 20% among St. Louisans

Survey shows decline in confidence ahead of flu season

The Record

September 10, 2025

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Building momentum: School of Public Health marks milestones

WashU Public Health is rapidly expanding with new people, spaces and initiatives. In August, faculty and staff gathered to begin shaping the school’s strategic plan.

The Record

September 10, 2025

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