Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Coverage of Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in the Nexus archive.
- Shootings increased near Chicago’s closed schools that sat empty, study finds
A study found that closing 50 Chicago schools in 2013 led to a 10% increase in gun violence near vacant buildings compared to similar areas without closures. Repurposed school sites did not show significant increases in shootings, but most closed schools remained unused, failing to deliver promised community benefits.
- ‘No celebration is worth risking a life’: Tips on driving during the ‘100 deadliest days’ for teens behind the wheel
The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day, known as the '100 Deadliest Days,' sees a 30% increase in teen driving-related deaths, with 825 fatalities in 2024 alone. Risk factors include riding with friends, phone use, and impaired driving. AAA and experts like Johnathon Ehsani from Johns Hopkins emphasize parental oversight and sober travel plans to reduce risks.