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The science behind President Biden's 'rebound COVID'

With 10% of Paxlovid patients rebounding, should length of antiviral course be extended? Northeastern University professors weigh in.

by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert August 2, 2022

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Will Biden and Democrats be able to protect abortion rights through legislation?

President Biden’s executive order aimed at protecting access to abortion and other reproductive healthcare services nationwide comes at a time when democratic voters are frustrated and are looking for bold steps from the Democratic Party, Northeastern political science experts say. However, a return to Roe v. Wade level of protection is only possible through a new federal law.

by Alena Kuzub July 7, 2022

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America mourns another school shooting. Why is it so difficult to strengthen US gun laws?

The murders of at least 19 children and two teachers at a Texas elementary school have led to demands for a coherent approach to gun and mental health reforms in the United States. Three Northeastern experts explain the complexities of the U.S. gun debate.

by Ian Thomsen May 25, 2022

How is COVID-19 affecting people’s mental health?

There hasn’t been a noticeable improvement in mental health struggles since the pandemic started, according to a new survey of U.S. residents published by researchers from Northeastern, Harvard, Northwestern, and Rutgers. Even as COVID-19 numbers decrease, sleepless nights, depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts are on the rise.

by Peter Ramjug May 21, 2021

Mothers are more reluctant to get their children vaccinated than fathers, U.S. survey shows

Nearly a third of mothers aged 18-35 say they are extremely unlikely to vaccinate their children from the coronavirus, according to a new survey of U.S. residents published by researchers from Northeastern, Harvard, Northwestern, and Rutgers. Fathers of any age, however, were significantly more inclined to inoculate their kids.

by Peter Ramjug May 6, 2021

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With new May 1 vaccine push, communication key to pushing past resistance

When President Biden announced last week that all American adults would become eligible for vaccination against COVID-19 by May 1, it wasn’t just a plan to end the pandemic. It was also a collective call to action.

by Eva Botkin-Kowacki March 17, 2021

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