Department of Epidemiology

New UW SPH leaders appointed for 2025-26 academic year

Dr. Helen Chu and Janet Baseman appointed Associate Dean for Research and Associate Dean for Public Health Practice

Q&A: Dr. Helen Chu on vaccine safety and recommendation changes in the U.S.

With shifts in federal vaccine policy, Chu underscores the importance of science-driven guidance

Fresh Bucks Program Improves Diet and Food Security

Study shows Seattle program helps low-income households eat more fruits and vegetables

Celebrating Dr. Susan Heckbert's Retirement

After 35 years on faculty, celebrating Dr. Heckbert's career, legacy, and contributions to public health

Epi MS Student & Seattle Pride Grand Marshal

Shawna Hui is a class of 2025 graduate and a member of Cheer Seattle - this year's Seattle Pride Parade Grand Marshal

Karen Edwards on the Essential Role of epidemiologists

As the new department chair, Dr. Edwards shares why public health disease detectives are needed now more than ever

Jeanne Marrazzo Alumni of Impact Awardee

Jeanne Marrazzo, UW Epidemiology Alum named 2025 Alumni of Impact Awardee for the UW School of Public Health

Weight-Inclusive Approaches in Dietetics

Dr. Cristen Harris offers strategies for implementing weight-inclusive approaches in dietetics training

In the News

UW Medicine expert Dr. Helen Chu backs AAP guidance, stressing protection for young children and community health.

Admissions Info Sessions

Learn about our MPH, MS, and PhD epidemiology graduate programs in virtual information sessions.

Student Highlight

PCOS impacts millions of people but remains understudied. Public health graduate student Yilda Macias hopes to change this.

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