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Heather Young, PhD MPH

Heather Young, PhD MPH

Heather Young

The George Washington University

Heather Young, PhD MPH, is Professor and Vice Chair of Epidemiology at The George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health.  She completed her MPH and PhD in epidemiology at The George Washington University. She teaches courses at the introductory and advanced levels of epidemiology as well as specialized courses in reproductive and perinatal epidemiology and cancer epidemiology. 

Her areas of research interest include reproductive cancers, reproductive outcomes related to environmental and occupation exposures, pesticide exposure assessment, and health of military and veteran populations. Dr. Young’s research has included AIDS-related malignancies in the District of Columbia, cancer patterns in Gulf War veterans, reproductive outcomes in Army Chemical Corps Veterans exposed to dioxin during Vietnam, cancer disparities in the District of Columbia, herbicide exposure and ovarian cancer risk, and pesticide exposures and male factor reproductive effects in Faroese, US and Chinese populations.  In addition, she has served as a technical advisor for data issues for DC’s HIV AIDS Administration and as a statistical consultant on several veterans’ health studies for the Institute of Medicine’s Medical Follow-Up Agency.  

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February 25, 2022
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COVID-19 Basics
February 25, 2022

I was exposed to someone with COVID-19. Should I get tested?

If you think you’ve been exposed to someone with COVID-19, you might need to quarantine, and should get tested if any symptoms develop.
February 25, 2022
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Vaccines
February 25, 2022

Should I Delay the Vaccine If I Get Exposed to COVID?

Yes. If you happen to get exposed to COVID before your first vaccine or between doses, you should wait until you are done with quarantine.
January 15, 2022
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I Think I Have COVID-19
January 15, 2022

I have COVID. When can I go back to work?

You need at least 5 days in isolation if you have COVID, but you might need more. And you must wear a mask around others for at least 5 more...
January 15, 2022
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I Think I Have COVID-19
January 15, 2022

If I had COVID, am I contagious after my isolation period?

If you complete your isolation period, you are unlikely to be contagious.
January 15, 2022
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Everyday Prevention
January 15, 2022

I have COVID. Can my kids go to daycare?

Children exposed to COVID-19 should not go to daycare because they can spread the virus even without symptoms.
January 13, 2022
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COVID-19 Basics
January 13, 2022

Can I come out of quarantine after a negative test?

If you’ve been exposed to COVID-19, you should quarantine at least 5 days. A negative test does not rule out the possibility you’re infected.
January 13, 2022
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Vaccines
January 13, 2022

Who Can Get a Booster Shot?

The CDC now recommends booster shots for everyone over age 12.
January 7, 2022
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Vaccines
January 7, 2022

What does fully vaccinated mean?

Fully vaccinated means you’ve received the primary series of COVID vaccines.
December 18, 2021
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Vaccines
December 18, 2021

Should College Students Get a Booster Shot?

The CDC now recommends booster shots for anyone over 18 years of age, so college students should get a booster shot.
December 3, 2021
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Everyday Prevention
December 3, 2021

How can I safely celebrate the holidays in 2021?

The holiday season can be fun and full of gatherings with friends and family, but you can take some precautions to reduce the risk of COVID.

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