https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/ysph/news-rss/?keywordId=1497&orgId=109082&title=Latest+News A selection of the latest research, academic, and other newsworthy developments at Yale School of Public Health en-us Copyright 2026 Yale School of Medicine Tue, 19 May 2026 10:50:16 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/ysph/about-school-of-public-health/communications-public-relations/publications/public-health-magazine/article/students-foster-community-and-more-school-news/ https://medicine.yale.edu/ysph/about-school-of-public-health/communications-public-relations/publications/public-health-magazine/article/students-foster-community-and-more-school-news/ Students in EHS 544, “Climate Equity and Health Policy Methods,” aren’t just producing research, they're co-developing actual legislation with community partners — legislation that has been raised by the Connecticut General Assembly’s Public Health Committee. Thu, 14 May 2026 04:00:00 Z https://nam.edu/news-and-insights/building-trust-in-science-how-effective-communication-can-help/ https://nam.edu/news-and-insights/building-trust-in-science-how-effective-communication-can-help/ How trust in science has shifted since 2020. Thu, 07 May 2026 04:00:00 Z https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/03/05/tylenol-autism-use-decreases-trump/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/03/05/tylenol-autism-use-decreases-trump/ Orders of acetaminophen decreased by 10 percent among pregnant emergency room patients after top government officials linked the medication to autism. YSPH Dean Megan Ranney says the behavior change reflects a larger issue of public confusion around health messaging. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/ysph/about-school-of-public-health/communications-public-relations/publications/public-health-magazine/article/when-trust-is-lost-how-do-we-get-it-back/ https://medicine.yale.edu/ysph/about-school-of-public-health/communications-public-relations/publications/public-health-magazine/article/when-trust-is-lost-how-do-we-get-it-back/ “Can you remember a time when you shared something that you later found out was not true or trustworthy?” Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, posed that question during her opening remarks at a conference about rebuilding trust in public health on February 10. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://isps.yale.edu/news/blog/2026/02/building-trust-in-science-yale-hosts-conversations-on-replication-transparency-and https://isps.yale.edu/news/blog/2026/02/building-trust-in-science-yale-hosts-conversations-on-replication-transparency-and In a recent Yale appearance, Stuart Buck, author of The Good Science Project, joined Yale School of Public Health Dean Megan Ranney for a discussion on how researchers need to better explain uncertainty and the evolving nature of science. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/tips-talking-patients-about-health-related-misinformation-2026a100025h https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/tips-talking-patients-about-health-related-misinformation-2026a100025h Dr. Megan Ranney, MD, MPH, dean of the Yale School of Public Health and an emergency physician, joins other health care providers for a panel discussion about ways to provide patients with accurate health information so they can make informed decisions about their care. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/12/grief-action-brown/685258/ https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2025/12/grief-action-brown/685258/ In a poignant guest essay, Yale School of Public Health Dean Dr. Megan L. Ranney, an emergency physician and firearm-injury prevention researcher, reflects on the profound ripple effects of the Brown University shooting and outlines opportunities for healing, resilience, and data-driven solutions to prevent future violence. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 05:00:00 Z https://podcast.phaboard.org/blog/ep-6?utm_source=toolkit&utm_medium=direct&utm_term=6&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=podcast https://podcast.phaboard.org/blog/ep-6?utm_source=toolkit&utm_medium=direct&utm_term=6&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=podcast Dr. Joneigh Khaldun sits down with Dr. Megan Ranney, Dean of the Yale School of Public Health, to explore the worlds of clinical medicine and public health in this episode of the In Service of Health podcast sponsored by the Public Health Accreditation Board. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/ysph/about-school-of-public-health/communications-public-relations/publications/public-health-magazine/article/finding-common-ground-on-firearm-safety/ https://medicine.yale.edu/ysph/about-school-of-public-health/communications-public-relations/publications/public-health-magazine/article/finding-common-ground-on-firearm-safety/ In a Q&A, Megan Ranney, dean of the Yale School of Public Health, explains why it’s important to frame firearm injury as a public health problem. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.medpagetoday.com/publichealthpolicy/publichealth/118459 https://www.medpagetoday.com/publichealthpolicy/publichealth/118459 PopHIVE, a new platform created by a Yale School of Public Health team in collaboration with Dr. Anne Zink and others, pulls data from many sources to give a national picture of infectious and chronic diseases. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2841023 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2841023 YSPH Dean Megan Ranney joins a diverse group of more than 50 other national thought leaders in co-authoring a report aimed at substantially reducing firearm violence and harms in the United States by 2040. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://alumni.yale.edu/news/yale-afternoons-alison-megan-l-ranney-md-mph https://alumni.yale.edu/news/yale-afternoons-alison-megan-l-ranney-md-mph In this episode of Yale Afternoons with Alison, Yale Alumni Association Executive Director Alison Cole, '99, chats with Dean Megan L. Ranney about how the School of Public Health is evolving and how the alumni community can get involved. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/464468/lenacapavir-hiv-drug-pepfar-foreign-aid-gilead-drug https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/464468/lenacapavir-hiv-drug-pepfar-foreign-aid-gilead-drug Dr. Megan Ranney, dean of the Yale School of Public Health, called Lenacapavir "extraordinary" and said it was "the closest thing to a vaccine that we have." Tue, 14 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://ysph.yale.edu/news-article/harnessing-science-for-real-world-global-impact/ https://ysph.yale.edu/news-article/harnessing-science-for-real-world-global-impact/ The former U.S. Food and Drug Administration commissioner brought a message about courage, collaboration, and hope in turbulent times. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://louisville.edu/sphis/news/yale-public-health-dean-addresses-firearm-violence-in-woodson-lecture/dztheme_preview https://louisville.edu/sphis/news/yale-public-health-dean-addresses-firearm-violence-in-woodson-lecture/dztheme_preview As the nation grapples with ongoing gun violence, Megan L. Ranney, dean of Yale School of Public Health, is researching and advocating for innovative approaches to address this epidemic. Dr. Ranney delivered the 2025 Woodson Lecture at the University of Louisville School of Public Health & Information Sciences. Fri, 26 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://today.uconn.edu/2025/09/researchers-hope-documentarys-example-can-promote-common-ground-in-connecticut/ https://today.uconn.edu/2025/09/researchers-hope-documentarys-example-can-promote-common-ground-in-connecticut/ YSPH Dean Dr. Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, and Community Scholar Nelba Marquez-Greene, LMFT, are participating in a Sept. 25 panel discussion on firearm injury prevention at the Connecticut Legislative Office Building. Thu, 18 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/mass-health-commissioner-says-regional-201509986.html https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/mass-health-commissioner-says-regional-201509986.html Health experts are concerned about what will happen this fall if providers decide to offer COVID vaccines only in states where it is recommended. YSPH Dean Dr. Megan L. Ranney, MD, describes the situation as “a balkanization of public health.” Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/02/well/flu-shot-vaccine-cost-side-effects.html https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/02/well/flu-shot-vaccine-cost-side-effects.html It's that time of year when people need to plan on getting vaccinated for flu, COVID, and RSV if they are eligible. YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, says it's a good idea to get all the vaccinations at about the same time, as people at risk of one of the respiratory infections are likely at risk for the others. Tue, 02 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://apnews.com/article/cdc-vaccine-recommendations-data-b4eeba69e03a8d4ed50fb0a12fbcec6e https://apnews.com/article/cdc-vaccine-recommendations-data-b4eeba69e03a8d4ed50fb0a12fbcec6e Scientists and physicians are stepping up to continue the CDC's work after cuts to the agency's budget and staff. YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, says workarounds are possible, but it would be unfortunate if people feel they have to turn to private groups instead of the government. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:00:00 Z https://nam.edu/news-and-insights/nam-launches-new-series-to-help-the-public-navigate-complex-health-debates-first-event-will-cover-ultra-processed-foods-and-childrens-health/ https://nam.edu/news-and-insights/nam-launches-new-series-to-help-the-public-navigate-complex-health-debates-first-event-will-cover-ultra-processed-foods-and-childrens-health/ The National Academy of Medicine has launched a new series of monthly discussions to help members of the public navigate many of the complex health topics in the news. Health in the Headlines will be co-chaired by YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, and former Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Alex Azar, '91 JD. Wed, 20 Aug 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.yale.edu/yales-impact-america/innovation-matters https://www.yale.edu/yales-impact-america/innovation-matters From rural health access to sustainable construction to quantum breakthroughs, see how Yale University's work is making a difference nationwide in this video series. Episode 4 highlights how YSPH students and faculty are partnering with communities across the nation—whether in Connecticut, Appalachia, or rural Ohio—to protect and improve health. Wed, 13 Aug 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.thetrace.org/2025/08/cdc-shooting-public-health-attacks-trump/ https://www.thetrace.org/2025/08/cdc-shooting-public-health-attacks-trump/ In the aftermath of a shooting at the headquarters of the CDC, The Trace spoke with Dr. Megan Ranney, dean of the Yale School of Public Health, about what makes our current climate of violence unique — and how to quell it. Wed, 13 Aug 2025 04:00:00 Z https://yourlocalepidemiologist.substack.com/p/public-health-in-the-face-of-trauma https://yourlocalepidemiologist.substack.com/p/public-health-in-the-face-of-trauma Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, founder of the Your Local Epidemiologist podcast, speaks with Yale School of Public Health Dean Dr. Megan Ranney and Yale resident physician Dr. Kristen Panthagani about the impact the August 8 CDC shooting has had on the public health community and what individuals can do to help. Wed, 13 Aug 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/cdc-shooting-highlights-increasing-rhetoric-and-hostility-against-health-professionals https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/cdc-shooting-highlights-increasing-rhetoric-and-hostility-against-health-professionals The shooting at the CDC headquarters in Atlanta has shaken many in the field of public health. Geoff Bennett discusses rhetoric and hostility against health professionals with YSPH Dean Dr. Megan Ranney. Tue, 12 Aug 2025 04:00:00 Z https://ysph.yale.edu/news-article/digging-into-data-science-at-the-38th-annual-new-england-statistical-symposium/ https://ysph.yale.edu/news-article/digging-into-data-science-at-the-38th-annual-new-england-statistical-symposium/ The 38th annual New England Statistical Symposium (NESS) drew more than 300 graduate students, academic experts, and industry leaders to New Haven for workshops and discussions on the latest advances and research trends. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 04:00:00 Z https://accuracy.org/release/vaccine-intentions-of-parents/ https://accuracy.org/release/vaccine-intentions-of-parents/ Between 35 and 40 percent of pregnant women and parents of young kids in the U.S. plan to fully vaccinate their child according to medical guidance. YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, an emergency physician, discusses the current challenges of promoting important vaccines such as those for polio and measles. Tue, 22 Jul 2025 04:00:00 Z https://primetimepress.com/university-at-buffalo-hosts-remembrance-conference-to-address-gun-violence-as-a-public-health-crisis/ https://primetimepress.com/university-at-buffalo-hosts-remembrance-conference-to-address-gun-violence-as-a-public-health-crisis/ YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney gave the keynote address at the University at Buffalo’s Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences' Remembrance Conference. Mon, 16 Jun 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.axios.com/2025/06/11/vaccines-public-health-apic-cdc-rfk https://www.axios.com/2025/06/11/vaccines-public-health-apic-cdc-rfk YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, says it is unclear how pediatricians, physicians, and pharmacies across the country are going to be able to respond to a decision to replace current members of a federal vaccine advisory board. Wed, 11 Jun 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2025-06-03/covid-vaccine-guidelines-yale https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2025-06-03/covid-vaccine-guidelines-yale The nation's top public health agency posted new recommendations that say healthy children and pregnant women may get COVID-19 vaccinations, removing stronger language that those groups should get the shots. YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, says healthy people who are pregnant should still get routine COVID-19 vaccinations. “Pregnancy is a time that is high risk for severe COVID infections, for hospitalization and even for death,” Ranney said. Tue, 03 Jun 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.washingtonpost.com/creativegroup/ad-council/gun-injuries-kids-advice/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/creativegroup/ad-council/gun-injuries-kids-advice/ YSPH Dean Megan Ranney says simple behavior changes — secure storage, awareness of risk factors, mental health support and adult mentorship — can be tremendously effective in reducing youth firearm deaths. Fri, 30 May 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hhZv6s4GQA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hhZv6s4GQA Yale School of Public Health Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, recently sat down with CNN to discuss the impact of recent HHS cuts. Thu, 15 May 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.aaas.org/news/road-lenacapavir-breakthrough-hiv-treatment https://www.aaas.org/news/road-lenacapavir-breakthrough-hiv-treatment Three researchers have been awarded the AAAS Mani L. Bhaumik Breakthrough of the Year Award for their work on lenacapavir, the first HIV drug to offer long-lasting protection from infection. YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney was on the selection committee. Thu, 08 May 2025 04:00:00 Z https://ysph.yale.edu/news-article/former-president-of-costa-ricas-public-health-care-system-talks-about-the-countrys-commitment-to-universal-coverage/ https://ysph.yale.edu/news-article/former-president-of-costa-ricas-public-health-care-system-talks-about-the-countrys-commitment-to-universal-coverage/ Dr. Roman Macaya, PhD, MBA, former executive president and chairman of the board of the Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CAJA), the institution that provides all public health care services in Costa Rica, recently joined YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, for an hour-long conversation as part of the Dean's Leaders in Public Health speaker series. Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.cbsnews.com/video/how-students-are-being-trained-in-gun-safety-and-violence-prevention/ https://www.cbsnews.com/video/how-students-are-being-trained-in-gun-safety-and-violence-prevention/ According to the CDC, firearms are the leading cause of death for America's children. The two mass shootings this week are a grim reminder of the tragedy behind the statistics. Dr. Celine Gounder looks at a program that tries to reinforce gun safety by focusing on young people who have experience with firearms. YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, oversees the Guardians 4 Health program. Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:00:00 Z https://ysph.yale.edu/news-article/yale-symposium-highlights-multidisciplinary-approaches-in-higher-education/ https://ysph.yale.edu/news-article/yale-symposium-highlights-multidisciplinary-approaches-in-higher-education/ Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) took center stage at a Yale symposium on April 5, 2025, when Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, led a discussion with four distinguished Yale faculty members on the challenges and opportunities in higher education. Tue, 15 Apr 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.yalescientific.org/2025/04/shared-humanity-firearm-injury-public-health-and-hope/ https://www.yalescientific.org/2025/04/shared-humanity-firearm-injury-public-health-and-hope/ Health scholars increasingly recognize gun violence as a public health crisis, advocating for strategies rooted in public health principles. This approach involves defining and monitoring the problem, identifying risk and protective factors, developing prevention strategies, and ensuring large-scale policy implementation. Sat, 12 Apr 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIIpdc37NP4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIIpdc37NP4 Yale School of Public Health Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, FACEP, recently sat down with CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook to discuss the impact of proposed reductions in federal funding for public health. Sat, 12 Apr 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=juGdV_vvm1U https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=juGdV_vvm1U Dr. Megan Ranney, MD, MPH, Dean of the Yale School of Public Health, discussed the importance of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine in preventing measles on MSNBC on April 7. When kids get two doses of the vaccine, 97% of them are protected from catching measles — the most contagious virus we know of. "To be clear, there is no treatment that cures measles," Ranney added. Tue, 08 Apr 2025 04:00:00 Z https://abcnews.go.com/Health/rfk-jr-claims-curve-flattening-texas-measles-outbreak/story?id=120554374 https://abcnews.go.com/Health/rfk-jr-claims-curve-flattening-texas-measles-outbreak/story?id=120554374 As Texas health officials closely monitor the state's current measles outbreak, YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, FACEP, stressed the importance of measles testing, which helps officials track community infection rates. Tue, 08 Apr 2025 04:00:00 Z https://ysph.yale.edu/news-article/public-health-leaders-meet-to-share-innovative-strategies/ https://ysph.yale.edu/news-article/public-health-leaders-meet-to-share-innovative-strategies/ Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, co-chaired an annual meeting of global academic public health leaders. They explored new ways to enhance public health education, community practice, and research. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pB84tM4y_M https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pB84tM4y_M Dr. Megan Ranney, MD, MPH, Dean of the Yale School of Public Health, discussed the potential impact of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' decision to cut 10,000 jobs on CNN on March 27. Thu, 27 Mar 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.today.com/health/coronavirus/vaccination-rates-covid-pandemic-rcna194486 https://www.today.com/health/coronavirus/vaccination-rates-covid-pandemic-rcna194486 Five years after COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, experts worry that vaccine misinformation and barriers to health care have weakened trust in one of our most valuable public health tools — vaccines — with devastating consequences we're only just beginning to see. YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney comments. Fri, 21 Mar 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2025-03-13/health-experts-warn-about-future-pandemics-are-we-prepared https://www.ctpublic.org/show/where-we-live/2025-03-13/health-experts-warn-about-future-pandemics-are-we-prepared Yale School of Public Health Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, FACEP, discusses what we learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, and how we can prepare for future pandemics in this episode of CT Public's Where We Live broadcast. Thu, 13 Mar 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/2025/mar/10/bird-flu-explainer https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/2025/mar/10/bird-flu-explainer Doctors and scientists are watching the continued rise of bird flu in the United States closely. YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney, an emergency physician, comments. Mon, 10 Mar 2025 04:00:00 Z https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2831137 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2831137 In this JAMA commentary, Yale School of Public Health Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, FACEP, urges researchers in the field of firearm injury prevention to maintain "a laser focus on rigorously describing and then ameliorating not just the most obvious parts of our country’s firearm injury epidemic but also root causes that drive all of it." Fri, 07 Mar 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/05/health/measles-rfk-vitamin-a-misinformation/index.html https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/05/health/measles-rfk-vitamin-a-misinformation/index.html YSPH Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, comments on the importance of vaccines to prevent measles. Wed, 05 Mar 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRngfcQPQ_c https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRngfcQPQ_c The first Pennsylvania measles case of 2025 has been confirmed. Yale School of Public Health Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, joined CNN on March 3 to discuss this case and the growing measles outbreak in Texas. Mon, 03 Mar 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.nationalacademies.org/news/2025/02/submission-period-now-open-for-the-2025-eric-and-wendy-schmidt-awards-for-excellence-in-science-communications-640-000-to-be-awarded https://www.nationalacademies.org/news/2025/02/submission-period-now-open-for-the-2025-eric-and-wendy-schmidt-awards-for-excellence-in-science-communications-640-000-to-be-awarded Submissions are now being accepted for the 2025 Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications, given by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine in partnership with Schmidt Sciences. The program will confer 24 awards totaling $640,000. These awards will go to individuals for science communication or journalism in 2024, with nine awards for research scientists, nine awards for science journalists, and six awards for science communicators. Fri, 28 Feb 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OgyXcuahSHU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OgyXcuahSHU Yale School of Public Health Dean Megan L. Ranney, MD, MPH, joined CNN's Wolf Blitzer on Feb. 27 to discuss the current measles outbreak in West Texas. Thu, 27 Feb 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.statnews.com/2025/02/13/us-life-expectancy-oecd-firearms-drugs-overdoses-alcohol/ https://www.statnews.com/2025/02/13/us-life-expectancy-oecd-firearms-drugs-overdoses-alcohol/ The U.S. ranks 29th in life expectancy at birth among peer nations in the OECD. Changing that goes well beyond the health care system. Thu, 13 Feb 2025 05:00:00 Z