News Search: Epidemiology

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Shooting-Free Days Decline in Major U.S. Cities; New Metric Aims at Building Sustained Periods of Peace

March 16, 2026

Shooting-free days and similar metrics introduced in a new scientific publication provide a more expansive frame to assess progress on gun violence prevention.

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Epidemiological Studies
Everyday Carcinogens: What’s Your Risk?

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Columbia University Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center

March 16, 2026

Cancer epidemiologist Jasmine McDonald shares her tips on how to protect ourselves
Cancer Screening Rules Are Changing. Are You Up to Date?

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Columbia Magazine

March 16, 2026

Rebecca Kehm, a cancer epidemiologist, offers her take on new rules to encourage mammography in New York State.
Recreational Cannabis Laws May Displace Illegal Cannabis Markets

March 10, 2026

Legal markets may be reducing illegal cannabis activity while also shifting enforcement priorities.

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Substance Use
Epidemiologist Sets Sights on Community-Engaged Cancer Prevention

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Columbia University Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center

March 10, 2026

Lauren Houghton was named assistant director for cancer prevention and community engagement at the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center’s Community Outreach and Engagement office.
More Restrictive Abortion Laws, Higher Depression Risk

March 5, 2026

25-year national study connects increases in abortion restrictions with measurable rises in depressive symptoms.

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Maternal and Reproductive Health
Support Services for Children With Disabilities Linked to Improved Academic Outcomes

March 2, 2026

Children who received support services before age 3 were more likely to meet third-grade academic standards in math and English language arts.

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Child and Adolescent Health
ARPA-H Contract to Advance Science of Healthy Aging

February 25, 2026

New five-year program will include analysis of existing clinical trials to identify biomarkers and treatments that extend health span—not just lifespan.

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Aging and Healthy Longevity
Benzodiazepine Use Declines Across the U.S., Led by Reductions in Older Adults

February 25, 2026

Nearly half of patients receiving benzodiazepines as prescribed by physicians also take other central nervous system depressants, increasing risk of adverse effects.

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Substance Use
How To Spot Emerging Viruses With Professor Stephen Morse

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Columbia News

February 23, 2026

Epidemiology Professor Stephen Morse shares his insights on pandemic preparedness with the Columbia Trailblazers podcast.

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