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Expectations of early death predict socioeconomic status

Quynh Nguyen and other School researchers found that adolescents who did not believe they would live to age 35 had lower levels of educational attainment and lower personal earnings as young adults. Read more.

Decreasing greenhouse gases benefits climate, health

Research by Jason West supports new international efforts to reduce short-lived pollutants -- including soot, methane and hydrofluorocarbons -- demonstrating benefits to both the climate and health. Read more.

Public health projects honored for public service

Projects to support breastfeeding at hospitals in North Carolina, HIV-positive youth in Uganda, and the participation of Latino men in reproductive health were among those receiving awards from the Carolina Center for Public Service. Read more.

Flu vaccine less effective in protecting dialysis patients

"We don't recommend stopping vaccination," said study author Leah McGrath. "We hope these results will be used for discussion among scientists and policy makers to develop better vaccination strategies for high-risk patients." Read more.

Annual research-poster event yields student winners

Jen Shields and Jie Ting wowed the judges their posters about contaminated water in North Carolina and cancer screening in Kenya. More than 35 students presented original research at the annual "Spotlight" event. Read more.

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Models of Behavior Change:
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May12

School Commencement
Carmichael Arena

May14

Child Health Training
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...is to improve public health, promote individual well-being, and eliminate health disparities across North Carolina and around the world. Read more.