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New Research: Ghost Gun Recoveries Associated with Suicide Rates in California
January 20, 2026
The rate of privately manufactured firearms, or “ghost guns,” recovered by law enforcement is associated with an increase in firearm suicide rates in California.
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Lab Spotlight: HealthRight Last Mile Populations Lab
January 19, 2026
HealthRight interns are integral members of the team, supporting the development and implementation of programs, and advocating for the rights of marginalized communities.
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EP174 Ten Years of Impact with Dean Melody Goodman and Founding Dean Cheryl Healton
November 20, 2025
In this special 10th-anniversary episode, Dean Melody Goodman and Founding Dean Cheryl Healton reflect on the decade-long journey of NYU GPH.
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Dean Melody Goodman and Dr. José Pagán Named NY Power Players in Health Care
November 20, 2025
Dean Melody Goodman and Dr. José Pagán have been named to the PoliticsNY & amNY 2025 Power Players in Health Care list.
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Public Health Changemaker: Shana Moore-Pierre, MA '22, MPH '23 Giving a Voice to Patients as a Medical Ethicist
November 7, 2025
Having earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and philosophy, Shana combined interests in both by enrolling at GPH to pursue an MA in Bioethics.
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New Study Links 2023 Maui Wildfire to Spike in Suicide, Overdose
August 11, 2025
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This article was originally published by the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa.
Deaths by suicide and drug overdose significantly increased in the aftermath of the August
New Research: Three Years In, Research Shows Regional, Personal Differences in Use of 988 Lifeline
July 7, 2025
NYU GPH led studies reveal who is likely to use or not use 988—knowledge that can be deployed for targeted communication campaigns to reach those experiencing mental health crises.
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New Research: Hospital Leadership—at Multiple Levels—matters for Social Needs Programs
July 2, 2025
A new NYU GPH led analysis found that Hospitals can play an important role in screening for and addressing unmet health-related social needs in their communities.
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EP167 The Social Context of Mental Health with Dr. Jonathan Purtle
June 12, 2025
We speak with Dr. Jonathan Purtle, Associate Professor of Public Health Policy and Management, about his career path from teaching to becoming a mental health policy researcher.
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National Academies Workshop Proceedings Examine Burnout in STEMM Workforce
May 9, 2025
Paper by Dr. Alden Lai published in proceedings finds that burnout is not equally felt across the scientific workforce
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