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Study Finds Dangerous Bacteria in Homes Plagued by Sewage Backups
A University of Maryland study of Baltimore houses with recent sewage backups revealed that most had toxic bacteria that could potentially infect residents who touch a contaminated surface or breathe contaminated air.View Article Details for Study Finds Dangerous Bacteria in Homes Plagued by Sewage Backups -
To improve health, build community resilience
“It takes a village” isn’t just a saying – it’s a foundation backed by research. A new study out today examined community resilience and health and found that fewer healthcare resources, limited digital tools and weaker support systems link to poorer overall health for residents. The study was publi...View Article Details for To improve health, build community resilience -
Studies: Local cannabis dispensaries lead to drop in opioid prescriptions
Cannabis may be a pain-management substitute for people experiencing chronic or acute pain from conditions like cancer, according to new research co-authored by a University of Maryland researcher.View Article Details for Studies: Local cannabis dispensaries lead to drop in opioid prescriptions -
Can a proven anti-violence program also succeed online?
When Dr. Sarah Peitzmeier talks about the success of an anti-assault program called Flip the Script, many people are shocked to learn about it: a scientifically tested program, proven to cut in half the risk of sexual assault experienced by its college student participants.View Article Details for Can a proven anti-violence program also succeed online? -
Study: Extreme weather increases risk of violence in couples
A UMD study out in JAMA Network Open this fall is the first to show that drought and extreme heat are linked to more violence in intimate relationships. Led by SPH’s Dr. Pin Wang, an environmental health specialist focused on how climate affects disease, the study analyzed Demographic and Health ...View Article Details for Study: Extreme weather increases risk of violence in couples -
Bird flu outbreak in house cats: high-risk but survival possible
Bird flu hits cats particularly hard. Just last week an infected cat was euthanized in California after eating raw pet food. But a University of Maryland-led study out today in One Health shows promising results when an infected cat gets early care and treatment.View Article Details for Bird flu outbreak in house cats: high-risk but survival possible