The Latest Breaking News from Public Health

More than 60% of women in New Zealand have experienced some form of interpersonal violence – an alarming statistic with serious implications for public health.

The fast-food industry is under immense pressure from consumers to offer “cleaner” and healthier menu options. In response, many of the largest chains have been quietly reformulating their recipes to remove controversial and artificial ingredients. These changes often happen without a major national press announcement. The companies will simply pull…

When a food product is recalled for a safety issue like Listeria or E. coli, a rapid and effective communication system is critical to protecting public health. Federal agencies like the FDA and the USDA will issue a national alert, but it is often up to state and local health…

Scientists are criticizing two key documents from the Trump administration that challenge the idea that climate change endangers the public