Epidemiology & Biostatistics

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The Weather Network, July 4, 2024

Heat waves can damage organs, new study suggests – The Weather Network

"In a dynamically changing global landscape, the imminent threat of climate change is evident in rising temperatures, raising concerns about intermittent heat waves. Our heating planet is undoubtedly leading to acute and chronic heat stress that harms the health of our aging population." (Saurabh Chatterjee)
Bernadette Boden-Albala
Verywell Health, July 2, 2024

What to Know About the LB.1 COVID-19 Variant

"There is no evidence today that the LB.1 variant is causing different or more severe symptoms compared to past variants. The real difference is on an individual’s immunity either built up by maintaining adherence with booster vaccines or a combination of past COVID-19 infections. " (Bernadette Boden-Albala)
Scott Bartell
Verywell Health, June 12, 2024

Is It Safe to Drink Tap Water in a Hotel?

"Hotel water is often as safe as the public water supply where the hotel is located, but some remote hotels have their own private water supplies, which are less regulated. In some older hotels, tap water might be contaminated by lead pipes. " (Scott Bartell)
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The Weather Network, June 7, 2024

New study suggest heat waves can damage organs

"In a dynamically changing global landscape, the imminent threat of climate change is evident in rising temperatures, raising concerns about intermittent heat waves. Our heating planet is undoubtedly leading to acute and chronic heat stress that harms the health of our aging population. " (Saurabh Chatterjee)
Bernadette Boden-Albala
VerywellHealth, May 21, 2024

MIP-C Is a New COVID-Related Syndrome That Can Cause Severe Lung Scarring

"It is important for syndromes or patterns like MIP-C to be identified because it is crucial for medical recognition and treatment options. Future research targeting MIP-C can better understand mechanisms involved and ultimately develop appropriate treatment and management strategies to reduce the impact of scarring on lung tissue. " (Bernadette Boden-Albala)
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El Pais, May 15, 2024

Closure of US-Mexico border during Covid pandemic increased HIV transmission

"According to the results, the increase in transmission occurred just when the border was closed. Restricting passage without other measures to stop clandestine activities did not work as a public health strategy. Efforts to build a higher wall or policies to stop immigration do not mitigate the spread of HIV." (Tetyana Vasylyeva)
Bernadette Boden-Albala
Parade, May 10, 2024

These Are the 2 Most Common Symptoms of the New FLiRT COVID Variant Doctors Are Seeing Right Now

"We are not in flu season, so if you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, it may be a sign that you have been exposed to COVID-19. You must test as soon as you experience symptoms for two reasons. First, if you test early, you can receive antiviral treatment earlier and reduce the chance of severe symptoms. Second, vulnerable communities like the elderly, pregnant people and the unvaccinated are highly susceptible, so testing early helps you make the informed decision to stay home and take care of yourself and your community." (Bernadette Boden-Albala)
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Candid, May 9, 2024

Study: HIV Cases Along Border Spiked During COVID-19 Pandemic; COVID-19 US/Mexico Border Closure Boosts HIV Transmission, and other C-Virus related stories

"When border restrictions were in place during the COVID-19 pandemic, HIV transmissions in Tijuana and San Diego went up. The study concluded that people who were crossing the border were moving COVID-19 and HIV back and forth between the two countries.This shows that efforts to build a higher wall or policies to stop immigration will not mitigate HIV spread" (Tetyana Vasylyeva)