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Brown University School of Public Health @brownpublichealth.bsky.social · 15d

"There is no new science here," Dean @ashishkjha.bsky.social says. "Bobby Kennedy said that he wanted to get to the root cause of autism by September—he's found what I think is a convenient scape goat. But the harm is going to be for pregnant women across the country."

Tylenol concerns around autism are overblown, says Dr. Ashish Jha

Dr. Ashish Jha, Dean of the School of Public Health at Brown University, joins 'Fast Money' to discuss new government guidance on Tylenol use during pregnancy, why leading studies show no link to autism, the reaction from obstetricians, and the challeng...

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Lindy Howe, PhD @lindykhowe.bsky.social · Jul 21

Also, thank you to everyone who attended our symposium: “What are the implications of cannabis intentions? Exploring planned and unplanned use”!
@rachelgunn.bsky.social
@alexsokophd.bsky.social

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Lindy Howe, PhD @lindykhowe.bsky.social · Jul 21

Had the best time at #RSMj2025! Huge thank you to the organizers for putting together a great meeting.
@researchmj.bsky.social
@laurenmic.bsky.social
@alexsokophd.bsky.social
@eraston-phd.bsky.social
@rachelgunn.bsky.social

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Research Society on Marijuana @researchmj.bsky.social · Jul 20

Our President Adrian Bravo wrapped up #RSMj2025 with an announcement about the next conference. We look forward to seeing you in Albuquerque, New Mexico for #RSMj2026!

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Research Society on Marijuana @researchmj.bsky.social · Jul 20

Exciting news for RSMj: Dr. Jane Metrik will serve as the next President of the organization stating after the 2026 conference. Join us in congratulating Jane. We look forward to her leadership as RSMj enters into its 10 year.

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Roselyn Peterson, PhD @roselynpetersonphd.bsky.social · Jul 17

New Psy.D. research director seeks to bridge the gap between scholarly work, practice

How memories are consolidated has intrigued Roselyn Peterson, Ph.D., ever since she took a “Biological Basis of Learning and Memory” course...

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Lindy Howe, PhD @lindykhowe.bsky.social · Jun 25

With so much nonsense being thrown at the academic research community lately, RSA was a breath of fresh air. Grateful to be surrounded by scientists who care deeply and keep showing up for the work.
@rachelgunn.bsky.social
@rsaofficial.bsky.social
@browncaas.bsky.social

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Pam Herd @pamherd.bsky.social · Apr 23

"Women" were on the forbidden word list. The Women's Health Initiative helped us understand Hormone Replacement Therapy. We had this study because NIH had frequently *left women out* of their studies.

Gabriel Bosslet @gbosslet.bsky.social · Apr 23

Well the NIH has cancelled the Women's Health Initiative, the largest study of women in history

It has been running continuously since 1991 and has provided massive key knowledge about diseases in women

Unreal

www.science.org/content/arti...

NIH cancels its first and largest study centered on women

The Women’s Health Initiative has produced numerous influential findings

www.science.org

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Society for the Study of Addiction @addiction-ssa.org · Apr 7

The SSA is now accepting applications for speakers at the 2025 PhD Symposium, which is being held on Wednesday 5 November in Newcastle upon Tyne tinyurl.com/3z8r2dh3

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JAMA @jama.com · Feb 18

"Without research to point toward a healthier country, there will be poorer national health and less capacity to do what people do...on either end of the political spectrum."

Read the Editorial by JAMA Health Forum EIC Sandro Galea and JAMA EIC @kbibbinsdomingo.bsky.social.

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#MedSky

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Katie Witkiewitz @katiew.bsky.social · Apr 5

A phenomenal #CPA2025 @apadivision50.bsky.social! Devastating to hear the tremendous damage inflicted by senseless HHS/NIH/FDA cuts to so many in our community, and also so nourishing to be together and support each other during these times. As promised, a new starter pack: go.bsky.app/SnnMai2

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Lindy Howe, PhD @lindykhowe.bsky.social · Apr 5

We think so too!! Excited to write it up!

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Lindy Howe, PhD @lindykhowe.bsky.social · Apr 5

Proud of my colleague and dear friend, Dr. Polly Ingram, and her poster presenting data showing increased alcohol problems in those with negative attitudes towards non-drinkers. #CPA2025 @apadivision50.bsky.social

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Katie Witkiewitz @katiew.bsky.social · Apr 3

Inspired by the amazingly strong, heart wrenching, and action-focused opening remarks by @apadivision50.bsky.social President
@susan-collins.bsky.social #CPA2025. Thankful for SOAP leadership in these times.

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Lindy Howe, PhD @lindykhowe.bsky.social · Apr 4

Thanks to all who visited our symposium on “cannabis use and mental health in pregnancy” at #CPA2025! I’m feeling so thankful for these incredible mentors and collaborators! @rachelgunn.bsky.social @laurenmic.bsky.social @apadivision50.bsky.social

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APA Division 50 Society of Addiction Psychology @apadivision50.bsky.social · Apr 3

Good morning @apadivision50.bsky.social. Welcome to Day 1 of #CPA2025. We can’t wait to see you for opening remarks and the first keynote at 8AM Narragansett. See you there!

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Rachel Gunn, PhD @rachelgunn.bsky.social · Nov 11

Excited to see things growing here and to join the conversation! We wanted to share a recently launched study recruiting people nationally who are trying by to get pregnant and use alcohol and cannabis. Feel free to share the link to our online screener! brown.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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