The Department of Preventive Medicine's faculty serve as vital conduits between complex scientific research and public understanding, providing informed commentary that shapes health policy discussions and empowers communities with evidence-based knowledge. Our distinguished faculty regularly lend their expertise to national media outlets, bringing clarity to emerging health concerns and contextualizing scientific developments for general audiences. Their ability to translate technical findings into accessible insights ensures that accurate information prevails in an era of information overload. Beyond interpreting others' research, our faculty actively disseminate their own groundbreaking findings through diverse channels. From podcasts and social media to op-eds and community forums, they engage directly with the public, demonstrating the real-world impact of preventive medicine research on daily health decisions.
During recent global health challenges, department members have been instrumental in providing science-based perspective. They've helped separate fact from fiction, countered misinformation, and offered evidence-based guidance when uncertainty was at its peak. Our faculty model how scientists can effectively engage with communities and policymakers while maintaining scientific integrity. By bridging the gap between academic research and public understanding, our faculty fulfill a crucial societal role: ensuring that scientific evidence informs both individual health choices and broader public health policies. Their dedication to accessible, accurate scientific communication exemplifies the department's broader mission of improving population health through knowledge translation and community engagement.
Recently, Siobhan Phillips was quoted in AI-powered fitness revolutionizing workouts with adaptive equipment.
Another great quote about preventive medicine by Milkie Vu was recently featured in a HuffPost article from February 20, “Dismissing the vaccine because HPV ‘commonly resolves itself’ is like saying people don’t need seatbelts because not every car crash is fatal,” she continued. “Preventing a disease is always better than treating it.”
