Neil Maniar Professor of the Practice, and Director of Northeastern’s Master of Public Health in Urban Health Program s.maniar@northeastern.edu 6173735925 Expertise Community Health, COVID-19, COVID-19 vaccines, monkeypox, public health, Vaccines, Variants Neil Maniar in the Press Nature.com 154 million lives and counting: 5 charts reveal the power of vaccines Polio is not nearly as contagious as the measles, but it is still important to maintain high vaccination rates, says Neil Maniar, a public-health researcher at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. “If we start to see a consistent decline around the world in polio vaccination rates, all it takes is a couple of outbreaks for […] Fox News Florida alerts first measles case of year in public school as experts stress vaccination Neil Maniar, PhD, MPH, professor of public health practice at Northeastern University, stressed that the MMR vaccine is the “most powerful tool” in preventing and controlling outbreaks. Fox News Vitamin A as measles treatment? RFK Jr.’s comments spark discussion of benefits and risks While studies have suggested that vitamin A can help fight a measles infection, Neil Maniar, PhD, MPH, professor of public health practice at Northeastern University in Boston, reiterated that it does not prevent the disease. The New Republic RFK Jr.’s Policies Could Spread Measles Far Beyond Texas “We have the means to prevent this. We have a very, very effective vaccine,” Neil Maniar, professor of public health practice at Northeastern University, told me. RFK Jr. Says Ultra-Processed Foods Are ‘Poison’—But That He Won’t Ban Them Neil Maniar, director of Northeastern University’s masters program in public health, says “I firmly believe that politics should not drive public health. Public health should be driven by science, by what we know works, and our understanding and partnership with communities.” LiveScience Why is fluoride added to drinking water? “Fluoride was found to significantly reduce tooth decay,” Neil Maniar, a professor of public health practice at Northeastern University, told Live Science in an email. “Putting [it] in the water supply is a form of passive prevention that can improve oral health.” FDA vaccine panel to consider annual COVID shots: What we know Neil Maniar, a professor of public health practice at Northeastern University in Boston, thinks that’s a good idea. Many Americans have skipped boosters because they were unsure whether they were eligible. A simplified schedule, he said, “will increase vaccination rates because it will hopefully make it easier for people to follow.” Politico FDA lays out vision for annual Covid vaccine updates “When you have recommendations that are changing, that can certainly lead to some confusion,” Neil Maniar, the director of the Master of Public Health Program at Northeastern University, told Prescription Pulse. CNBC News At least a dozen U.S. universities reinstate mask mandates as Covid cases rise “The national debate over mask mandates is certainly reflective of both pandemic fatigue and the deep political divides we have in terms of the public health policy related to Covid,” said Neil Maniar, director of Northeastern University’s Master of Public Health in Urban Health Program. How to Avoid Getting Covid in a Mostly Mask-Free World People who are finally taking a long-delayed and much needed vacation should also consider the Covid status of their destination, says Neil Maniar, director of Northeastern University’s Master of Public Health in Urban Health Program. Also check out local vaccination rates and mask requirements. If a lot of virus is circulating, perhaps opt to eat […] Neil Maniar for Northeastern Global News How telling personal stories of measles infections can increase vaccination rates How telling personal stories of measles infections can increase vaccination rates Northeastern public health experts were relieved that RFK Jr posted that the MMR vaccine is the best prevention against measles. Should children get the measles vaccine ahead of schedule to reduce risk? Should children get the measles vaccine ahead of schedule to reduce risk? Parents are being advised to vaccinate their children against measles ahead of schedule in Texas communities hard hit by the outbreak. How accurate are the new at-home flu tests? Northeastern experts explain How accurate are the new at-home flu tests? Northeastern experts explain With a severe flu season impacting thousands and COVID still a thing, should you stock up on the new at-home tests for flu and COVID? How bad is the Texas measles outbreak? Here’s what you need to know How bad is the Texas measles outbreak? Here’s what you need to know A measles outbreak in rural Texas is raising alarm among public health experts, who warn that the disease could be making a resurgence. What is HMPV, the cold-like virus circulating in China? What is HMPV, the cold-like virus circulating in China? Northeastern experts say HMPV it’s so common you’ve probably already had it without realizing it. What is the polio vaccine? Health expert explains its history and success What is the polio vaccine? Health expert explains its history and success The lawyer for Trump health nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants the FDA to revoke approval of the polio vaccine. Who would be at risk? Could RFK Jr.’s vaccine skepticism put children at risk for preventable diseases? 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 directs CDC to stop recommending use of fluoride in water. What would that mean for our health? RFK Jr directs CDC to stop recommending use 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 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? 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.
Nature.com 154 million lives and counting: 5 charts reveal the power of vaccines Polio is not nearly as contagious as the measles, but it is still important to maintain high vaccination rates, says Neil Maniar, a public-health researcher at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. “If we start to see a consistent decline around the world in polio vaccination rates, all it takes is a couple of outbreaks for […]
Fox News Florida alerts first measles case of year in public school as experts stress vaccination Neil Maniar, PhD, MPH, professor of public health practice at Northeastern University, stressed that the MMR vaccine is the “most powerful tool” in preventing and controlling outbreaks.
Fox News Vitamin A as measles treatment? RFK Jr.’s comments spark discussion of benefits and risks While studies have suggested that vitamin A can help fight a measles infection, Neil Maniar, PhD, MPH, professor of public health practice at Northeastern University in Boston, reiterated that it does not prevent the disease.
The New Republic RFK Jr.’s Policies Could Spread Measles Far Beyond Texas “We have the means to prevent this. We have a very, very effective vaccine,” Neil Maniar, professor of public health practice at Northeastern University, told me.
RFK Jr. Says Ultra-Processed Foods Are ‘Poison’—But That He Won’t Ban Them Neil Maniar, director of Northeastern University’s masters program in public health, says “I firmly believe that politics should not drive public health. Public health should be driven by science, by what we know works, and our understanding and partnership with communities.”
LiveScience Why is fluoride added to drinking water? “Fluoride was found to significantly reduce tooth decay,” Neil Maniar, a professor of public health practice at Northeastern University, told Live Science in an email. “Putting [it] in the water supply is a form of passive prevention that can improve oral health.”
FDA vaccine panel to consider annual COVID shots: What we know Neil Maniar, a professor of public health practice at Northeastern University in Boston, thinks that’s a good idea. Many Americans have skipped boosters because they were unsure whether they were eligible. A simplified schedule, he said, “will increase vaccination rates because it will hopefully make it easier for people to follow.”
Politico FDA lays out vision for annual Covid vaccine updates “When you have recommendations that are changing, that can certainly lead to some confusion,” Neil Maniar, the director of the Master of Public Health Program at Northeastern University, told Prescription Pulse.
CNBC News At least a dozen U.S. universities reinstate mask mandates as Covid cases rise “The national debate over mask mandates is certainly reflective of both pandemic fatigue and the deep political divides we have in terms of the public health policy related to Covid,” said Neil Maniar, director of Northeastern University’s Master of Public Health in Urban Health Program.
How to Avoid Getting Covid in a Mostly Mask-Free World People who are finally taking a long-delayed and much needed vacation should also consider the Covid status of their destination, says Neil Maniar, director of Northeastern University’s Master of Public Health in Urban Health Program. Also check out local vaccination rates and mask requirements. If a lot of virus is circulating, perhaps opt to eat […]