Linda Fried (Epidemiologist)

Linda Fried is a prominent epidemiologist known for her work in aging and public health. She focuses on the health and well-being of older adults, investigating how lifestyle, environment, and biological factors affect aging. As the Dean of the Mailman School of Public Health at Columbia University, she leads research on improving health outcomes for the aging population. Her research emphasizes the importance of promoting healthy aging and managing chronic diseases, aiming to enhance life quality as people grow older. Fried's work contributes significantly to our understanding of how to support aging individuals in society.