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New in @lancetmicrobe.bsky.social: I wrote about the Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to the m/v Hondius — and what @conservationdoc.bsky.social says it reveals about spillover prevention, surveillance and outbreak response. www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

International response to hantavirus outbreakThe Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to expedition cruise ship m/v Hondius has prompted an international public health response, with authorities monitoring passengers and crew across multiple countri...www.thelancet.com

For @thelancetoncol.bsky.social, I wrote on the burdens and impacts on unauthorised cancer drugs in many African countries with focus on why it has not been on the radar of many stakeholders and pages of newspapers. www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

Unauthorised cancer drug in Zimbabwe raises patient safety concernsOn Jan 27, 2026, Zimbabwe's Medicines Control Authority (MCAZ) alerted citizens about the circulation of an unauthorised formulation of goserelin acetate, a hormone therapy used in the treatment of pr...www.thelancet.com

This was a very difficult piece for me to write as it brings human faces to the PEPFAR cuts. The promise was global. The fracture, when it came, was painfully local. Read my latest article in @natmed.nature.com www.nature.com/articles/s41...

Fault lines in a global promise - Nature MedicineThe promise was global. The fracture, when it came, was painfully local.www.nature.com

Galaxies can collect in large filamentary structures that have—until now—been considered rigid. A new study suggests one filament may be rotating. This is my first piece for @physicsmagazine.bsky.social physics.aps.org/articles/v19...

Galaxies Wind Around a Cosmic FilamentGalaxies can collect in large filamentary structures that have—until now—been considered rigid. A new study suggests one filament may be rotating.physics.aps.org

It's honestly a great honour to actually participate in this competition organised by @physicsmagazine.bsky.social and @physicsworld.bsky.social, and to be a winner. Many thanks to the organisers for the very interesting experience. physicsworld.com/a/winners-of...

Winners of International Quantum Year science-journalism competition picked – Physics WorldPhysics World and Physics Magazine announce successful pitchesphysicsworld.com

I worked with a brilliant team on a special episode of @foreignpolicy.com's The Threshold podcast. From Transmission Zero labs at @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social to sites in Tanzania, it was an incredible experience and the episode is fantastic. Listen to it here: foreignpolicy.com/podcasts/the...

I had so much fun researching and writing this piece.

Five years and a dozen published pieces later, I finally got a picture with the amazing @onisillos.bsky.social, my amazing editor at @lancetmicrobe.bsky.social, on the sidelines of #ESCMIDGlobal conference in Vienna.

S02E12: Africa’s Maternal Health Paradox: 40% Drop, 70% Crisis Africa has achieved a remarkable 40% reduction in maternal deaths since 2000—a significant milestone in global health. Yet paradoxically, the continent still accounts for a staggering 70% of maternal deaths worldwide. In this episode,…

S02E12: Africa’s Maternal Health Paradox: 40% Drop, 70% CrisisAfrica has achieved a remarkable 40% reduction in maternal deaths since 2000—a significant milestone in global health. Yet paradoxically, the continent still accounts for a staggering 70% of maternal deaths worldwide. In this episode, Paul Adepoju speaks with Dr. Adeniyi Aderoba, WHO's lead on reproductive and maternal health for Africa, to unpack this complex paradox. They explore what's driving Africa's maternal mortality crisis, highlight innovative interventions making a difference, and discuss how political will, funding, and community empowerment are shaping the fight to save mothers’ lives. Tune in to discover why pregnancy in Africa should not be a death sentence and how progress can accelerate even further.paultalks.science

Paul Adepoju to Speak at Leading Global Infectious Disease Congress in Vienna, Austria Vienna, Austria – April 8, 2025 — Paul Adepoju, PhD, renowned science journalist and host of the Paul Talks Science podcast, will be speaking at the Congress of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and…

Paul Adepoju to Speak at Leading Global Infectious Disease Congress in Vienna, AustriaVienna, Austria – April 8, 2025 — Paul Adepoju, PhD, renowned science journalist and host of the Paul Talks Science podcast, will be speaking at the Congress of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID Global) in Vienna, Austria. The event, taking place from April 12 to 15, 2025, brings together leading experts in microbiology, epidemiology, and infectious disease research from around the world.paultalks.science

S02E11: Systems, Not Choices—Rethinking Obesity’s Root Causes Obesity has often been viewed as a personal failing, a consequence of poor individual choices. But is this really the full picture? In the latest episode of Paul Talks Science, host Paul Adepoju delves into this critical question with…

S02E11: Systems, Not Choices—Rethinking Obesity’s Root CausesObesity has often been viewed as a personal failing, a consequence of poor individual choices. But is this really the full picture? In the latest episode of Paul Talks Science, host Paul Adepoju delves into this critical question with Dr. Simon Barquera, President of the World Obesity Federation. Dr. Barquera shares illuminating insights from the recently released World Obesity Atlas, a comprehensive global overview highlighting troubling trends and deep systemic issues fueling the obesity epidemic—particularly in low- and middle-income countries.paultalks.science

S02E10: Can Lifestyle Changes Really Boost Your Cancer Survival? In the latest episode of Paul Talks Science, Dr. Helen Croker, Assistant Director of Research and Policy at the World Cancer Research Fund International, delves into the critical topic of lifestyle factors and their impact on cancer…

S02E10: Can Lifestyle Changes Really Boost Your Cancer Survival?In the latest episode of Paul Talks Science, Dr. Helen Croker, Assistant Director of Research and Policy at the World Cancer Research Fund International, delves into the critical topic of lifestyle factors and their impact on cancer survival. Dr. Croker explains how the World Cancer Research Fund International champions global research into the roles diet, nutrition, physical activity, and body weight play, not just in cancer prevention, but significantly, in cancer survival after diagnosis.paultalks.science

How Ireland is Fighting for Cancer Survivors In this episode, we explore Ireland's groundbreaking approach to cancer advocacy through two compelling conversations with leaders from the Irish Cancer Society. CEO Averil Power shares how relentless advocacy led to landmark legislation requiring…

How Ireland is Fighting for Cancer SurvivorsIn this episode, we explore Ireland's groundbreaking approach to cancer advocacy through two compelling conversations with leaders from the Irish Cancer Society. CEO Averil Power shares how relentless advocacy led to landmark legislation requiring cancer warnings on alcohol labels, changing Ireland's relationship with alcohol and health. Suzanne Dowd, Advocacy Officer, reveals another front in the fight: erasing financial stigma against cancer survivors struggling to access insurance and financial services long after recovery. Together, their stories illustrate Ireland's bold steps to protect cancer survivors, tackle stigma, and inspire global action.paultalks.science

S02E08: Long Reads, Big Impact — The Next Leap in Rare Disease Research In this episode, I sit down with Prof. Christian Gilissen, a pioneer in genome bioinformatics, and Head of Bioinformatics at Radboud University Medical Center, to explore how long-read sequencing is revolutionizing the…

S02E08: Long Reads, Big Impact — The Next Leap in Rare Disease ResearchIn this episode, I sit down with Prof. Christian Gilissen, a pioneer in genome bioinformatics, and Head of Bioinformatics at Radboud University Medical Center, to explore how long-read sequencing is revolutionizing the diagnosis of rare diseases. For patients who’ve endured years of uncertainty, this technology offers newfound hope by uncovering genetic variations previously invisible to traditional methods. 🔍 What We Discuss:paultalks.science

S02E07: Gut Feelings — PFAS, Microbiomes, and Kidney Damage In this episode of Paul Talks Science, I sat down with Dr. Hailey Hampson, a postdoctoral fellow at the University of South Carolina and the University of Washington, to discuss a growing but often overlooked public health threat—PFAS…

S02E07: Gut Feelings — PFAS, Microbiomes, and Kidney DamageIn this episode of Paul Talks Science, I sat down with Dr. Hailey Hampson, a postdoctoral fellow at the University of South Carolina and the University of Washington, to discuss a growing but often overlooked public health threat—PFAS chemicals. Known as “forever chemicals” due to their persistence in the environment and human body, PFAS have been linked to a range of health issues, including chronic kidney disease.paultalks.science

S02E06: Forever Chemicals — The Invisible Threat We Can’t Ignore PFAS—also known as "forever chemicals"—are everywhere. They’re in our water, our soil, our food, and even our bodies. These toxic substances have been linked to serious health risks, yet industries continue to manufacture and use…

S02E06: Forever Chemicals — The Invisible Threat We Can’t IgnorePFAS—also known as "forever chemicals"—are everywhere. They’re in our water, our soil, our food, and even our bodies. These toxic substances have been linked to serious health risks, yet industries continue to manufacture and use them while regulatory efforts face increasing resistance. In this episode of Paul Talks Science, I sit down with Erik Olson, Senior Strategic Director for Health at the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), to discuss the ongoing battle against PFAS contamination.paultalks.science

My first piece for @the-revelator.bsky.social opens with the water flowing from taps in Wilmington, North Carolina, and ends with optimism regarding the fight to protect US communities against forever chemicals in spite of the policies of the Trump administration. therevelator.org/pfas-deregul...

The Silent Threat Beneath Our Feet: How Deregulation Fuels the Spread of Forever Chemicals • The RevelatorThe Trump administration has already rolled back planned limits on PFAS chemicals, which have been linked to cancer and other health problems.therevelator.org

In this episode, we explore a critical but often overlooked issue in contact sports: Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) in ice hockey.

S02 E05: Head Hits and Hidden Risks — Unmasking CTE in Ice Hockey and BeyondGuest: Dr. Jesse Mez, Associate Professor of Neurology, Boston University In this episode of Paul Talks Science, we explore a critical but often overlooked issue in contact sports: Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) in ice hockey. Dr. Jesse Mez, a neurologist specializing in aging and dementia at Boston University, shares groundbreaking findings on the risks associated with repetitive head trauma in hockey players and what this means for the future of the sport.paultalks.science

S02 E04: Can Your City Make You Healthier? Data Says Yes When we think about health, we often focus on personal choices—how much we exercise, what we eat, and our lifestyle habits. But what if our environment plays a bigger role than we realize? In the latest episode of Paul Talks Science, I sit…

S02 E04: Can Your City Make You Healthier? Data Says YesWhen we think about health, we often focus on personal choices—how much we exercise, what we eat, and our lifestyle habits. But what if our environment plays a bigger role than we realize? In the latest episode of Paul Talks Science, I sit down with Dr. Rumi Chunara, Associate Professor, and Director of the Center for Health Data Science at NYU, to explore how…paultalks.science

@publichealthmag.bsky.social just published my latest book review! This book traveled with me on several trips, with most of the reading happening in the skies and on long train rides. So seeing my review finally published feels especially rewarding. harvardpublichealth.org/environmenta...

Hope as a catalyst for change in Climate FuturesClimate solutions are the subject of Ayana Johnson’s new book, “Climate Futures,” with a focus on fixing inequities and growing hope.harvardpublichealth.org