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Chicago’s Department of Public Health could soon have a new leader, less than two months after Mayor Brandon Johnson asked the previous commissioner to resign

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UT Southwestern Medical Center just ranked No. 1 among health care institutions worldwide in the most recent Nature Index rankings for publishing high-quality research across all subjects for the 12-month period that ended Feb. 28, 2026. UTSW also ranked No. 1 among health care institutions globally for research in the natural sciences and biological sciences

Health officials confirm measles case in central Iowa REDUCTIONS OVER TIME. WELL, IT’S SUMMERTIME, BUT IT’S AUGUST. THAT MEANS KIDS ACROSS IOWA ARE GETTING READY TO GO BACK TO SCHOOL LATER THIS MONTH. MEANWHILE, PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICIALS ARE URGING FAMILIES TO DOUBLE CHECK VACCINATION RECORDS. AND THIS COMES AS MEASLES IS MAKING A RESURGENCE IN…

Public health relies on data – whether it is tracking the effectiveness of a given year’s flu vaccine, monitoring blood lead levels around the country or estimating the prevalence of diabetes. This data forms the basis for decisions such as whether a community should expand screening for diabetes and which communities are at greatest risk…

Title: Development of Learning Material on Education for Health and    Well-being (EHW) for Secondary School Learners with Disabilities. 

The Honourable Lela Evans, Minister of Labrador Affairs and Minister of Health and Community Services, today announced investments in service enhancements to help improve the overall health and well-being of residents in Labrador

The UC Davis Public Health Sciences graduate program has been reaccredited for seven years by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), the nation’s recognized accrediting body for schools and programs of public health. The seven-year term is the highest CEPH awards

New initiative includes one year of Mental Wellbeing Coaching for eligible employers, helping employees manage stress and build resilience through a connected culture, care, and clinical wellbeing experience

Taking care of your health and wellness looks different for everyone, whether it’s sticking to familiar routines at home or exploring new ways to recharge while traveling. Some people find simple daily habits keep them feeling their best wherever they go, while others seek out dedicated wellness destinations for a deeper reset