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There are extensive ongoing efforts to slow or even reverse human aging, such as with epigenetic cellular reprogramming, thymus rejuvenation or senolytics. In parallel, new and diverse metrics—known as biological clocks—have been discovered and shown to track the pace of aging in an individual and their organs, tissues and cells. These clocks have multiple potential…

In spring 2026, ASTHO completed a needs assessment to better understand the strengths, gaps, and opportunities for communication about sexually transmitted infections (STI) from state and territorial health departments. Results highlight the important role that health department leadership plays in ensuring the success of STI and other public health programs through internal communication policies and…

The weather outside is heating up and that means many people are looking to cook outdoors and fire up their backyard grills to keep the heat out of the kitchen