George Mason University College of Public Health Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on June 23, 2026 - 15:48 GMT

Maternal obesity linked to 64% increase in childhood obesity risk

NIH-funded George Mason study found that maternal obesity and excessive pregnancy weight gain were linked to higher obesity risk by age 3. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The roots of childhood obesity may begin in the …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 15:41 GMT

Nutrition support during pregnancy improves birth outcomes, global study finds

George Mason-led research finds that food-based prenatal supplements improve birth weights across Africa and South Asia. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In parts of the world where daily nutrition is unstable, pregnancy …

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Published on May 18, 2026 - 16:48 GMT

Gap in treatment for adolescent cannabis users puts young adults at risk

A study by George Mason University reveals patterns of treatment delays for youth with cannabis use disorder. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Teens may turn to marijuana use for many reasons: curiosity, stress relief, peer …

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Published on May 4, 2026 - 19:50 GMT

New research links prenatal chemical exposure to chromosomal abnormalities in adult sperm

New human evidence that prenatal and childhood exposure to persistent environmental chemicals may influence sperm chromosomal integrity decades later. FAIRFAX , VA, UNITED STATES, May 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An estimated 7% of all men are affected …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 22:24 GMT

The importance of how parents talk to their kids about sexual trauma

Research from George Mason sheds light on how beliefs, experience, and concern shape conversations about sexual violence in Black families. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Parents play a critical role in how young people …

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Published on March 24, 2026 - 14:55 GMT

Youth in foster care with disabilities may need tailored services that support the transition into adulthood

An interdisciplinary study examines how patterns of service use during the transition to adulthood vary for youth with disabilities. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the U.S., youth with disabilities make up 32% of …

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Published on March 24, 2026 - 14:49 GMT

Five ways future health care leaders can tackle burnout in the workforce

A new paper from George Mason University outlines how health administration programs can better prepare students to support health care workers. FAIRFAX , VA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The fight against widespread burnout in …

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Published on March 17, 2026 - 16:56 GMT

Half of Native Hawaiian University of Hawaiʻi students experience period poverty, study reveals

George Mason University researchers uncover the burden of period poverty, mental health, and food and housing insecurity among Hawaiian college students. FAIRFAX , VA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Approximately 14% of college …

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Published on February 25, 2026 - 15:52 GMT

Digital health tools do not always build confidence for dementia caregivers

As more care and coordination moves online, caregivers report low confidence in their digital health literacy, with implications for their own health. FAIRFAX , VA, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Family caregivers of people with …

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Published on February 17, 2026 - 15:59 GMT

From plate to pyramid, understanding the new dietary guidelines

The USDA has released the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Allison Miner, food systems expert, discusses key updates and visual representations. FAIRFAX , VA, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fruits, vegetables, grains, …

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Published on February 16, 2026 - 19:46 GMT

Teen dating violence warning signs and what teens need to know

Adolescent mental health expert Dr. Daphne King wants to help teens know the warning signs of abusive relationships and understand that violence is not okay. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, February 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to national data …

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Published on February 9, 2026 - 17:36 GMT

For school nurses, burnout didn’t fade after pandemic stresses

Without changes, the school nursing profession faces risks to both workforce retention and student health services. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, February 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Even as schools phased out of COVID-19 crisis mode, burnout among U.S …

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Published on February 4, 2026 - 17:43 GMT

George Mason-led study highlights how XR is reshaping health care training across the country

Extended reality can give students experiences they might otherwise miss, but its success depends on thoughtful design, accessibility, and support. FAIRFAX , VA, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Extended reality (XR) can give …

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Published on February 4, 2026 - 17:13 GMT

Walkability initiative is a win-win partnership for Alexandria City residents and George Mason researchers

George Mason researchers will implement an action plan to increase walkability with funding from the Virginia Walkability Action Institute. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Imagine living in a place where you can …

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Published on February 4, 2026 - 16:37 GMT

George Mason University Researchers Expose Risks of One‑Size‑Fits‑All AI in Mental Health Care

New research warns that AI-driven antidepressant treatment may overlook the needs and experiences of African Americans with depression. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After developing an AI tool that recommends …

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Published on August 20, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

George Mason University College of Public Health becomes first in Virginia to earn CEPH accreditation

Milestone demonstrates the college’s commitment to expanding opportunities for students and strengthening public health across Virginia and the nation. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- George Mason University’s College …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Dean Melissa Perry appointed to prestigious National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Committee

Perry appointed to NASEM Committee on Clinical Follow-Up and Care for Those Impacted by the JP-5 Releases at Red Hill. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As a widely respected researcher and public health leader, Perry has …

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Published on February 12, 2025 - 05:56 GMT

George Mason College of Public Health Awarded Ground-Breaking Accreditation from Society for Simulation in Healthcare

Announcing the nation's first Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH)-accredited Lab for Immersive Technologies and Simulation at a public health college. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, February 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- George Mason University …

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