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René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH

Cuba has great public health, but no freedom…

And can we untangle politics and public health? Should we even try?

2d ago

Vintage cars in bright colors, including red, green, and blue, parked on a street in Havana, Cuba. In the background, a faded blue building with a mural of the Cuban flag, and people walking along the sidewalk.

2d ago

René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH
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Microbial Instincts

I’ve Been an Epidemiologist for 17 Years, and I’m Using the History of Past Pandemics to Prepare…

But that’s just me… Are governments and individuals paying attention?

Sep 25

Marquee of an old theater with the word ‘WORLD’ in large letters on top. The sign below reads ‘The world is temporarily closed,’ referencing the global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The building has a classic, vintage aesthetic.

Sep 25

René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH

How Running Healed Me, and How You Helped Me Get Ready to Be a Dad

A letter to the little girl who taught me a little bit about being a dad.

Sep 24

Three men standing side by side at an outdoor event, smiling at the camera. The man on the left wears a blue and black striped sports jersey with a race number ‘1060,’ and the man on the right wears sunglasses and a white shirt with a race number ‘1025.’ The man in the center wears a white T-shirt with a hiking graphic and a ‘Grand Canyon’ hat.

Sep 24

René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH

This Is How I Teach My Epidemiology Students About Vaccines and Herd Immunity

The Japanese experience shows it’s not just about the vaccinated individual. It’s about community immunity.

Sep 18

Young children in school uniforms standing in front of a piano, receiving music instruction from a teacher while another teacher smiles nearby. The children have their backs to the camera, and the classroom has light-colored curtains and a whiteboard

Sep 18

René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH
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Microbial Instincts

Legionnaires’ Disease Found at EPA Buildings: What You Need to Know (As an Epidemiologist)

Some people are at higher risk than others for the disease, but there are things you can do to lower your risk and prevent infection.

Sep 6

View of rooftop cooling towers and HVAC systems on top of a building in a cityscape, with high-rise buildings and trees visible in the background.

Sep 6

René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH

Forever Chemicals: What You Need to Know About PFAS in Your Water

Understanding the Risks, Realities, and How to Protect Your Family from These Persistent Pollutants

Sep 4

Two young children, wearing sun hats, stand by an outdoor water pump in a grassy area on a sunny day. One child is operating the pump handle while the other watches. The scene is peaceful, surrounded by greenery and a wooden fence in the background.

Sep 4

René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH

The Honesty Project That Wasn’t

She tried. I’ll give her that. And only that.

Sep 1

A black and white photograph of a man standing on the sidewalk, waiting to cross a street. The background features a row of small shops and buildings. A car is seen driving by in a blur, capturing motion, while the man remains still. The scene appears to be from a small town or suburban area.

Sep 1

René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH

Transgender, Gender Dysphoria, and Puberty Blockers: A (Sort Of) Review of the Literature

Experts — real experts, not internet influencers or politicians — agree that treating gender dysphoria saves lives.

Aug 30

A group of people participating in a protest, holding signs that include messages such as ‘Protect Queer Youth’ and ‘Think of the Children! Not the Church.’ The protestors are wearing masks, and the atmosphere appears serious and determined as they advocate for LGBTQ+ youth rights.

Aug 30

René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH

A Link Between Semaglutide and Suicidal Thoughts?

A signal in a large database is just that, a signal… But it still should be investigated further.

Aug 21

A chain-link fence with three signs that read ‘DON’T GIVE UP,’ ‘YOU ARE NOT ALONE,’ and ‘YOU MATTER,’ surrounded by greenery and trees in a peaceful outdoor setting.

Aug 21

René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH

Babies, Blood Types, and Blunders: A Night to Remember in the Blood Bank

A simple mistake almost tore a family and a labor and delivery unit apart.

Aug 19

Babies, Blood Types, and Blunders: A Night to Remember in the Blood Bank

Aug 19

René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH

René F. Najera, MPH, DrPH

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DrPH in Epidemiology. Public Health Instructor. Father. Husband. "All around great guy." https://linktr.ee/rene.najera

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