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Neil Maniar
Professor of the Practice, and Director of Northeastern’s Master of Public Health in Urban Health Program

Neil Maniar in the Press

Neil Maniar for Northeastern Global News

Could RFK Jr.’s vaccine skepticism put children at risk for preventable diseases?
RFK standing on stage next to American flags.

Could RFK Jr.’s vaccine skepticism put children at risk for preventable diseases?

Neil Maniar says even parents who want their children immunized may fall out of sync with recommendations and put kids at risk.
RFK Jr says he wants to get rid of fluoride in water. What would that mean for our health?
RFK Jr speaking into a microphone.

RFK Jr says he wants to get rid of fluoride in water. What would that mean for our health?

Excess fluoride poses some risks, but RFK Jr's day one priority for the Trump administration would cause more harm than good, experts say.
What you need to know about ‘walking pneumonia.’ Experts explain how your cough could be this persistent illness
A person measuring a child's temperature.

What you need to know about ‘walking pneumonia.’ Experts explain how your cough could be this persistent illness

As cases of walking pneumonia increase in young children and others, Northeastern health experts describe how to protect yourself.
Should you be concerned about an Mpox outbreak in the US?
Monkeypox virus.

Should you be concerned about an Mpox outbreak in the US?

Mpox was labeled an international public health emergency, but a Northeastern expert says it is unlikely to become the next global pandemic.
New neffy nasal spray alternative to the EpiPen could be ‘a gamechanger’ for people with allergies
An EpiPen on a blue backgruond.

New neffy nasal spray alternative to the EpiPen could be ‘a gamechanger’ for people with allergies

Many people don’t carry an EpiPen due to the cost, size, and fact that it involves using a needle. This new product addresses those concerns.
The FDA approved a blood test to detect colorectal cancer. Should you take it? Here’s what you need to know
A person holding a vial of blood.

The FDA approved a blood test to detect colorectal cancer. Should you take it? Here’s what you need to know

A new blood test to detect colorectal cancer could give patients important insight after receiving the FDA’s approval this week.
Lead found in children’s food illustrates need for ‘continued advocacy’ for testing standards
A pack of lunchables on a purple background.

Lead found in children’s food illustrates need for ‘continued advocacy’ for testing standards

Lunchables and popular brands of children’s veggie puffs were found to have high levels of lead, something families “shouldn’t gloss over.”
Will your old measles shot protect you from new outbreaks?
Silhouette of a person filling a syringe.

Will your old measles shot protect you from new outbreaks?

There have been more measles cases in 2024 than in all of 2023. Will your old jab hold up if you’re exposed to the highly contagious virus?
Dengue fever spreads fast. How can you protect yourself as cases explode in Puerto Rico and other popular travel destinations?
Mosquitos in a petri dish.

Dengue fever spreads fast. How can you protect yourself as cases explode in Puerto Rico and other popular travel destinations?

Experts say as mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue proliferate in a warming world, preventing bites is key.
Why are more young people like Kate Middleton being diagnosed with cancer?
A photo of King Charles (left) and Princess Kate (right).

Why are more young people like Kate Middleton being diagnosed with cancer?

The American Cancer Society say people under 50 were only one of three adult age groups with an increase in overall cancer incidence.