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'Frankenstein' Drug Presents Public Health Challenges

April 23, 2024

Nitazene, a Frankenstein drug potentially 40 times as powerful as fentanyl, has emerged as a serious public health threat.

Forensic Investigation Impacts Public Policy to Save Lives

March 27, 2024

The forensic investigation into heat-related deaths during the 1993 Philadelphia heatwave sheds light on how medical examiners and coroners can prevent deaths.

Stemming the Tide of a Public Health Epidemic

March 11, 2024

Medical examiners and coroners play an important role in providing critical information to the public health system about xylazine-related deaths.

What is Forensic Pathology?

November 30, 2023

Discover what a forensic pathologist does, how to become a forensic pathologist, and how to pursue a career in the field of forensics.

McDonald Named to Statewide Child Abuse Advisory Board

July 11, 2023

Dr. McDonald will offer guidance and consultation to prosecutors, investigators, and social service agencies, aiding in the determination of child abuse cases.

Forensic Medicine Students Unearth Lessons Outside the Classroom

April 25, 2023

Grad students secured mock crime scenes, collected evidence and identified victims during an outdoor hands-on learning exercise.

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