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Christine McClure was named a Multiplying Good Pittsburgh ChangeMaker

Dr. Christine McClure is part of the spring 2023 cohort of Multiplying Good Pittsburgh ChangeMakers.

Availability of recreational cannabis reduced demand for prescription codeine

A new study discovers how recreational cannabis laws (RCLs) affect the dispensing of prescription opioids.

States that permit recreational use of cannabis see a reduction in demand for prescription codeine, an opioid with a high potential for misuse, according to a new multi-institutional study led by University of Pittsburgh and Cornell University scientists.

Flu statistics in 2023

"The most important trend we saw was the dramatic decrease in flu that occurred with the onset of the COVD-19 pandemic and all the mitigation strategies for COVID,” says Dr. Mark Roberts, M.D.

Replacing sedentary time with light activity tied to less adiposity in Black Caribbean men

"Our findings illustrate the potential importance of also promoting light-intensity physical activity,” Megan M. Marron, PhD, and Iva Miljkovic, MD, PhD, FAHA.

United Way looking to help Latinos in Lawrence County

Dr. Patricia Documet said the biggest needs revolve around the language barrier, with translation services and bilingual speakers needed.

Alcohol use is widely accepted in the US, but even moderate consumption is associated with many harmful effects

This month, millions of Americans are taking part in “Dry January” in an effort to forgo alcohol for a month and cleanse themselves of the excesses of the holiday season.

Millions could lose Medicaid by April as pandemic rules ease

"For example, their state’s Medicaid program might not be able to find them and get the information needed to maintain their enrollment," said Eric Roberts. 

Most high-risk patients aren't screened for HIV, Hep B or Hep C

A new study led by Dr. Julie Donohue looked at 361,000 Medicaid recipients across 11 states, including Pennsylvania.

Pitt’s $1B in research funding puts it among ‘elite group of American universities'

Many of these research-based programs benefit local communities. Dara Mendez leads a team that will assess whether health and social systems address the health and well-being of Black women in the Greater Pittsburgh area.

When the world goes viral

Public health professionals are key to disease prevention

SARS. Ebola. Zika. COVID-19. Monkeypox. Influenza. RSV. Polio. Wait, polio?

Advancement and academe

Successful transition to independence higher among postdocs who diversify institutions

Pitt climbs in highly cited researcher list

Five public health faculty appeared in the annual listing of Highly Cited Researchers, published by the UK-based data analytics firm Clarivate. 

This hormone may be the missing ingredient to heart-healthy cholesterol levels for menopausal women

Dr. Samar R. El Khoudary has identified a link between a lesser-known hormone called anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) and lipid, or cholesterol, levels in midlife women.

Step aside estrogen. Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh have discovered a predictor of blood lipid - or cholesterol - status for midlife women that may be key to understanding how hormone replacement therapy contributes to heart health.

Pitt men’s study hosts World AIDS Day memorial to honor physician who recruited thousands to help in research

This year’s service marked the 35th consecutive celebration and was dedicated to the late Dr. Anthony Silvestre

Weight-loss surgery produces durable improvements in urinary incontinence

Seven years after bariatric surgery, patients with urinary incontinence see improvements that persist, according to large longitudinal study