epidemiology

Thinking about the next pandemic is job number one for many researchers around the world. Here's a look at the World Health Organization's current list of pathogens with pandemic potential.

USF Health epidemiologist Jason Salemi says omicron seems to be less deadly than delta but cautions Floridians should still take the surge in cases seriously.

Epidemiologist Dr. Greg Poland says Florida's low levels of screening for the omicron variant could be dangerous for the state, but people can protect themselves by getting vaccinated.

People who have positive images of aging and have a purpose in life live years longer than those who are negative, studies find. They also have less risk of stroke and Alzheimer's disease.

The current Ebola threat has called attention to cuts in public health programs essential for preventing such an emergency in the first place, the Tampa…

In 1992 the Legislature unwisely decided to move much Health Department food-service responsibility to the Department of Business and Professional…