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A hometown public health hero
Heath Kirby knows exactly where he came from and exactly where he鈥檚 meant to be-- leading community health efforts as a proud alumna of USF鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH).
May 9, 2025Alumni and Development, Health Policy and Systems Management
COPH and Healthy Start aim to improve the mental health of young people
Every child deserves a positive start in life, and a team at USF鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH), along with graduates from the school, want to point young people in right direction.
April 11, 2025Health Policy and Systems Management, Research and Innovation
Cannabis research board gets new member from COPH
USF has joined the Consortium for Medical Marijuana Clinical Outcomes Research as its 11th member. As part of this development, President Rhea Law nominated the College of Public Health鈥檚 (COPH) professor Dr. Troy Quast to be the 猫咪视频app鈥檚 representative on the Consortium Board.
March 7, 2025Health Policy and Systems Management, Research and Innovation
COPH launches new departments to advance education and research
Following months of planning and extensive faculty collaboration, the COPH received unanimous approval from the USF Faculty Senate to reorganize and reestablish its academic departments. This significant achievement marks a new chapter in the college鈥檚 commitment to excellence in public health education, research and practice.
February 10, 2025Biostatistics and Data Sciences, College News, Community Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences, Health Policy and Systems Management
Giving the green light to transportation safety
Sophia Peerzada鈥檚 path to USF鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH), and ultimately a transportation safety specialist for the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), is one marked by unexpected crossroads, strategic detours and a clear dedication to the cause of public health.
February 7, 2025Alumni and Development, Health Policy and Systems Management
COPH professor publishes essential guide for health services management
Dr. Zachary Pruitt released Health Services Management: Competencies and Careers, a comprehensive resource designed to equip 猫咪视频apps and professionals with the skills needed to succeed in the evolving health care industry.
February 6, 2025Alumni and Development, College News, Health Policy and Systems Management
New study by USF professor focuses on role of state medical boards and the spread of misinformation
Misinformation is common in social media and politics, as we know all too well. But what about the medical profession? Do some physicians willingly spread distortions, and if so, should they be disciplined?
November 22, 2024Health Policy and Systems Management, Research and Innovation
What happens when families and medical proxies disagree about end-of-life decisions?
Disagreements about end-of-life care are common, pitting family members and medical proxies against each other and posing a myriad of ethical and legal questions.
April 5, 2024Health Policy and Systems Management, Research and Innovation