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October 20, 2026

As misinformation permeates the web, one Family Science class is gearing up to combat it by building a factual, nonpartisan election guide to key public health-related ballot initiatives across the country.

July 22, 2026

As more women globally turn to medications to have abortions, a UMD-led study out today in JAMA Psychiatry found no evidence that a first medication or procedural abortion caused an increase in mental health medication use.

July 16, 2026

This month, SPH Professor Mitch Mokhtari will expand his role within the School of Public Health (SPH) as its associate dean for faculty affairs. He brings decades of academic, administrative and global experience to the leadership position.

April 17, 2026

The University of Maryland School of Public Health (UMD SPH) honored four people making exceptional contributions to public health at its Spring Soirée on April 16 at the Adele H. Stamp Student Union.

March 11, 2026

TAKOMA PARK, Md. – The cheerful rhythms of Remy Ongala’s electric guitar fade as Dr. Kevin Roy comes on the air, embodying all the lively energy of the music he is broadcasting. You can hear his smile.

January 20, 2026

Commonly cited data on the mortality risk of pregnancy when compared to abortion in the U.S. is a vast undercount, according to a study out today in JAMA Network Open.