Evidence-Based Approaches to Public Health: Epidemiology – Bias and Confounding: Types of Bias (Selection, Information, Publication) In this tutorial, we will explore the different types of bias that can affect
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Top 5 Takeaways Delta Variant Predominance: The Delta variant became the predominant SARS-CoV-2 strain in the U.S. by mid-June 2021, leading to increased COVID-19-associated hospitalizations. Severity of Outcomes: No significant
Improved UTI Management: Evidence-Based Strategies for Prevention and Public Health Action Key Takeaways Urinary tract infections (UTIs) impact millions annually, disproportionately affecting women and vulnerable populations. New guidelines highlight preventive
Top 5 Takeaways New BLRV: The CDC updated the blood lead reference value (BLRV) to 3.5 μg/dL, down from 5 μg/dL, to better address lead exposure disparities in children. Health
Decoding H5 Influenza: How Deep Mutational Scanning Advances Pandemic Preparedness Key Takeaways H5 influenza viruses are considered potential pandemic threats due to their ability to evolve mutations that impact transmission
Top 5 Takeaways High Prevalence Among Binge Drinkers: During 2015–2019, 34.4% of Colorado adults who binge drank also used marijuana, compared to 9.9% of nondrinkers. Age and Gender Differences: The
Commercial Determinants of Noncommunicable Diseases in the WHO European Region: A Summary Key Takeaways Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) account for 90% of deaths in the WHO European Region, with commercial determinants
Top 5 Takeaways Heavy Metal Poisonings: Investigations in Rhode Island and Missouri during 2018-2019 linked heavy metal poisonings to cakes decorated with luster dust containing high levels of copper, lead,
Top 5 Takeaways Decline in Global Vaccination Coverage: In 2020, global coverage for DTP3 and Pol3 decreased to 83%, and MCV1 coverage decreased to 84%, marking a drop from 2019
Epi Explained: What are Epi Curves? An Epidemic Curve, commonly referred to as an epi curve, is a visual tool used in epidemiology to represent the onset and progression of