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Dr. Price providing testimony

As leaders in the field, our faculty are often asked to testify before Congress or are interviewed by major news outlets about their research or opinions on current public health events. The Milken Institute School of Public Health Office of Media Relations assists members of the media and elected officials in finding and contacting faculty experts for congressional testimony, newspaper and magazine article interviews or radio and television appearances.

 

Questions? Contact Milken Institute School of Public Health Office of Media Relations

Kathy Fackelmann
Director of Media Relations
(202) 994-8354
kfackelmannatgwu [dot] edu

 

Archive

GW Celebrates National Public Health Week 2016

The school will celebrate NPHW 2016 with a week-long series of events coordinated by the Public Health Student Association.

FDA Announces Label Change for Medication Abortion Drug Mifeprex: Milken Institute School of Public Health Expert Available for Comment

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced a label change for the abortion pill mifepristone (Mifeprex).

Dubai Conference Casts Spotlight on the Importance of Educating Girls

Professor Amita Vyas spoke at the 3rd annual Global Education & Skills Forum in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on March 12, 2016.

Inter-university Collaboration Among Students and Faculty Educates Public on Zika

To help quell fears of the Zika virus and prevent its transmission, two EOH students assisted with an engaging and informative video available in three languages.

Milken Institute School of Public Health at the George Washington University to Hold National Conference on Addressing Social, Legal Factors that Affect Health

The National Center for Medical-Legal Partnership, part of Milken Institute SPH, will host its 11th annual conference on April 6-8, 2016, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Geiger Gibson Program Recognizes 15 Emerging Leaders at the National Association of Community Health Centers Policy and Issues Forum

“The Emerging Leaders Award recognizes outstanding young men and women serving on the front lines of community health,” said Sara Rosenbaum

Ami Zota Explains the Common and Great Risks of Cosmetics at Congressional Briefing

Assistant Professor Ami Zota is concerned about the public’s exposure to toxic chemicals. She joined other experts in a congressional briefing on the need for reform.

Thoughts on Private Sector Funding for Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Needs

In this 2:20 VLOG, Assistant Professor Jay Graham reflects on how we approach water, sanitation and hygiene problems in the developing world. 

Milken Institute School of Public Health Names 2016 Geiger Gibson Program Distinguished Visitor

Milken Institute SPH at the George Washington University has named Paloma Izquierdo-Hernandez as the 2016 Geiger Gibson Distinguished Visitor. 

EOHers Collaborate on Paper Describing Occupational Risks from Climate Change

Members of the EOH faculty pooled their expertise to publish a research article on an emerging issue of critical importance.