Public Health News Feed/health/public-health/news/Recent posts from Public Health Newsen-usWed, 06 Aug 2025 20:45:30 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)èƵapp launches groundbreaking undergraduate concentration in health care simulation/health/news/2025/usf-launches-undergraduate-healthcare-simulation.aspxThe èƵapp is launching the world’s first èƵapp-based undergraduate concentration in Health Care Simulation Operations — a rapidly growing discipline aimed at advancing patient safety and care quality using cutting-edge simulation technologies.External ArticleWed, 06 Aug 2025 15:51:47 èƵapp launches groundbreaking undergraduate concentration in health care simulationThe èƵapp is launching the world’s first èƵapp-based undergraduate concentration in Health Care Simulation Operations — a rapidly growing discipline aimed at advancing patient safety and care quality using cutting-edge simulation technologies.group of women in from of simulation/health/news/2025/usf-launches-undergraduate-healthcare-simulation.aspxCollege News,Student LifeUSF offers new undergraduate programs in simulation, nutrition and rehabilitation science/health/public-health/news/2025/new-ug.aspxConsider these statistics on the health of Americans: Nearly 50% suffer from some form of cardiovascular disease, more than 40% are obese and 12% manage diabetes every day, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Throw in the estimated 50 million people who require physical therapy, and you get the picture: a population with severe impairments.KURT LOFTWed, 06 Aug 2025 13:22:12 USF offers new undergraduate programs in simulation, nutrition and rehabilitation scienceConsider these statistics on the health of Americans: Nearly 50% suffer from some form of cardiovascular disease, more than 40% are obese and 12% manage diabetes every day, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Throw in the estimated 50 million people who require physical therapy, and you get the picture: a population with severe impairments.a scientist looking at food/health/public-health/news/2025/new-ug.aspxCollege News,Student LifeUSF èƵapps shine in conference aimed at improving health care/health/public-health/news/2025/fpha-aug.aspxThree èƵapps in USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) just presented a strong case for making the world a bit healthier.KURT LOFTTue, 05 Aug 2025 16:21:08 USF èƵapps shine in conference aimed at improving health careThree èƵapps in USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) just presented a strong case for making the world a bit healthier.èƵapp: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/fpha-aug.aspxAlumni and Development,Research and Innovation,Student LifeWhen MHA fellowships are a launching pad, not a finish line/health/public-health/news/2025/fellow.aspxThe transition from graduate èƵapp to health care leader is a defining moment and for Kishan Patel and Amber Wilkison, it’s one they began preparing for well before receiving their MHA degrees from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) in May 2025.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 01 Aug 2025 10:53:01 When MHA fellowships are a launching pad, not a finish lineThe transition from graduate èƵapp to health care leader is a defining moment and for Kishan Patel and Amber Wilkison, it’s one they began preparing for well before receiving their MHA degrees from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) in May 2025.two people smiling/health/public-health/news/2025/fellow.aspxAlumni and Development,Health Policy and Systems ManagementUSF researcher sniffs out noxious issue in St. Petersburg neighborhood/health/public-health/news/2025/odor.aspxWe all worry about the quality of our air, water and soil, and even the clutter from city noise and light. But odor pollution? This foul-smelling topic caught the nose of Gennaro Saliceto, who graduated this month with a masters of science from the USF College of Public Health (COPH), with a concentration in environmental and occupational health.KURT LOFTFri, 01 Aug 2025 10:36:55 USF researcher sniffs out noxious issue in St. Petersburg neighborhoodWe all worry about the quality of our air, water and soil, and even the clutter from city noise and light. But odor pollution? This foul-smelling topic caught the nose of Gennaro Saliceto, who graduated this month with a masters of science from the USF College of Public Health (COPH), with a concentration in environmental and occupational health.a man smiling/health/public-health/news/2025/odor.aspxGlobal - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Research and InnovationResearch on fatalities presented at Governor’s Hurricane Conference shares hidden toll of hurricanes on workers/health/public-health/news/2025/research-on-fatalities-presented-at-governor-hurricane-conference-shares-hidden-toll-of-hurricanes-on-workers.aspxAt this year’s Governor’s Hurricane Conference, a compelling public health panel shed new light on the true human cost of hurricanes. A key focus was on Hurricane Michael’s long-term health impacts and the communication strategies needed to disseminate information about these risks before and after hurricanes.Drs. Blake Scott, Jennifer Marshall and Mildred (Mimi) PerreaultFri, 25 Jul 2025 14:55:27 Research on fatalities presented at Governor’s Hurricane Conference shares hidden toll of hurricanes on workersAt this year’s Governor’s Hurricane Conference, a compelling public health panel shed new light on the true human cost of hurricanes. A key focus was on Hurricane Michael’s long-term health impacts and the communication strategies needed to disseminate information about these risks before and after hurricanes.firefighter/health/public-health/news/2025/research-on-fatalities-presented-at-governor-hurricane-conference-shares-hidden-toll-of-hurricanes-on-workers.aspxResearch and InnovationJennifer Marshall,Sunshine ERCStudent-led peer mentorship program supports DrPH success/health/public-health/news/2025/èƵapp-led-peer-mentorship-program-supports-drph-success.aspxDrPH èƵapp Venita Ramirez is helping transform the doctoral èƵapp experience with the launch of the college’s first DrPH Peer Mentorship Program. Designed to provide tailored support and connection among èƵapps, the program reflects a commitment to èƵapp-centered leadership, long-term sustainability and academic success.Caitlin KeoughFri, 25 Jul 2025 10:40:18 Student-led peer mentorship program supports DrPH successDrPH èƵapp Venita Ramirez is helping transform the doctoral èƵapp experience with the launch of the college’s first DrPH Peer Mentorship Program. Designed to provide tailored support and connection among èƵapps, the program reflects a commitment to èƵapp-centered leadership, long-term sustainability and academic success.two women /health/public-health/news/2025/èƵapp-led-peer-mentorship-program-supports-drph-success.aspxStudent LifeDrPH,Fiona Lewis,Venita RamirezJesse Casanova receives USF Health Culture Coin for exemplary leadership during international delegation/health/news/2025/casanova-culture-coin.aspx?utm_source=usfhealth_home%26utm_medium=image-link%26utm_content=small_image%26utm_campaign=health%20homeDoctoral èƵapp Jesse Casanova was recognized with a Culture Coin for his exceptional coordination of a multi-sector delegation to Japan. His leadership resulted in new partnerships with six Japanese institutions, including agreements with Tokyo Women's Medical University and renewed collaboration with Gifu University.External ArticleFri, 25 Jul 2025 00:11:31 Jesse Casanova receives USF Health Culture Coin for exemplary leadership during international delegationDoctoral èƵapp Jesse Casanova was recognized with a Culture Coin for his exceptional coordination of a multi-sector delegation to Japan. His leadership resulted in new partnerships with six Japanese institutions, including agreements with Tokyo Women's Medical University and renewed collaboration with Gifu University.two men/health/news/2025/casanova-culture-coin.aspx?utm_source=usfhealth_home%26utm_medium=image-link%26utm_content=small_image%26utm_campaign=health%20homeAwards and Honors,Student LifeDrPH,Jesse CasanovaWorking near power lines? Don't risk it./health/public-health/news/2025/cc-july-2025.aspxLearn how to protect landscape workers from electrical hazards near overhead power lines with OSHA guidelines, real incident data, and free safety resources.Linette Pruna Padilla, MSIHThu, 24 Jul 2025 14:59:47 Working near power lines? Don't risk it.Learn how to protect landscape workers from electrical hazards near overhead power lines with OSHA guidelines, real incident data, and free safety resources.A utility worker in full safety gear repairs overhead power lines from a bucket lift on a clear day—an ideal visual for highlighting energy infrastructure, workplace safety, and field operations./health/public-health/news/2025/cc-july-2025.aspxUSF SafetyFloridaSide effects may include: a career in public health/health/public-health/news/2025/mcdonald.aspxHeather McDonald’s path to USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) began in semi-rural Odessa, Fla.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthThu, 24 Jul 2025 14:47:19 Side effects may include: a career in public healthHeather McDonald’s path to USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) began in semi-rural Odessa, Fla.a woman smiling/health/public-health/news/2025/mcdonald.aspxEpidemiology,Student LifeThe Real World: Birthwork/health/public-health/news/2025/winston-panel.aspxJennifer Winston knew there was a disconnect between what public health èƵapps read in textbooks and what community health professionals experience in real time. So, she decided to do something about it.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthThu, 24 Jul 2025 14:25:10 The Real World: BirthworkJennifer Winston knew there was a disconnect between what public health èƵapps read in textbooks and what community health professionals experience in real time. So, she decided to do something about it.people smiling /health/public-health/news/2025/winston-panel.aspxAlumni and Development,Community Health Sciences,Student LifeJennifer WinstonHow coincidence analysis leads to a desired health outcome/health/public-health/news/2025/cragun-pres.aspxResearchers use a variety of techniques to find the best solution in health care, including something known as coincidence analysis, the study of how a combination of different factors leads to a desired outcome.KURT LOFTThu, 24 Jul 2025 13:56:58 How coincidence analysis leads to a desired health outcomeResearchers use a variety of techniques to find the best solution in health care, including something known as coincidence analysis, the study of how a combination of different factors leads to a desired outcome.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/cragun-pres.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Research and InnovationDeborah CragunUSF researchers focus on single-cell RNA studies in workshops/health/public-health/news/2025/wang.aspxIn science, thinking small often leads to big discoveries.KURT LOFTThu, 24 Jul 2025 13:22:22 USF researchers focus on single-cell RNA studies in workshopsIn science, thinking small often leads to big discoveries.èƵapp: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/wang.aspxGlobal - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Research and InnovationDon’t Let Your Scaffold Stand on Splinters/health/public-health/news/2025/wwwtp-july-2025.aspxImproper scaffold footing—such as splintered or unstable boards—can lead to serious injuries and OSHA violations; learn how to identify and correct these hazards to keep your jobsite safe and compliant.Noel McCatty Jr., BScTue, 22 Jul 2025 14:55:52 Don’t Let Your Scaffold Stand on SplintersImproper scaffold footing—such as splintered or unstable boards—can lead to serious injuries and OSHA violations; learn how to identify and correct these hazards to keep your jobsite safe and compliant.èƵapp: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/wwwtp-july-2025.aspxUSF SafetyFloridaBuilding Florida's Resiliency: A Call for Action on Hurricane and Emergency Preparedness/health/public-health/news/2025/building-floridas-resiliency.aspxProtect your business and employees from Florida’s unique natural hazards with a free, confidential consultation from the USF SafetyFlorida Consultation Program—because preparedness is not a luxury, it's a lifeline.Brian L. Warrick, PhD, CSP, CIHTue, 22 Jul 2025 14:37:26 Building Florida's Resiliency: A Call for Action on Hurricane and Emergency PreparednessProtect your business and employees from Florida’s unique natural hazards with a free, confidential consultation from the USF SafetyFlorida Consultation Program—because preparedness is not a luxury, it's a lifeline.Flood waters rage on the Llano river in Central Texas./health/public-health/news/2025/building-floridas-resiliency.aspxUSF SafetyFloridaSurvey suggests school phone bans may have important but limited effectshttps://theconversation.com/we-surveyed-1-500-florida-kids-about-cellphones-and-their-mental-health-what-we-learned-suggests-school-phone-bans-may-have-important-but-limited-effects-256970Dr. Chighaf Bakour co-authored a study of 1,500 Florida middle schoolers, revealing that how kids use their phones may matter more than whether schools ban them.External ArticleFri, 11 Jul 2025 11:23:50 Survey suggests school phone bans may have important but limited effectsDr. Chighaf Bakour co-authored a study of 1,500 Florida middle schoolers, revealing that how kids use their phones may matter more than whether schools ban them.kids and cell phoneshttps://theconversation.com/we-surveyed-1-500-florida-kids-about-cellphones-and-their-mental-health-what-we-learned-suggests-school-phone-bans-may-have-important-but-limited-effects-256970Epidemiology,In the Media,Research and InnovationChighaf BakourCOPH professor brings data expertise to TGH’s inaugural Analytics Academy/health/public-health/news/2025/coph-professor-brings-data-expertise-to-tgh-inaugural-analytics-academy.aspxDr. Troy Quast brought real-world insights to Tampa General Hospital’s new Analytics Academy, a six-week program designed to help managers apply data tools to improve health care delivery. His session focused on statistics, predictive analytics and productivity measures.Caitlin KeoughFri, 11 Jul 2025 10:26:33 COPH professor brings data expertise to TGH’s inaugural Analytics AcademyDr. Troy Quast brought real-world insights to Tampa General Hospital’s new Analytics Academy, a six-week program designed to help managers apply data tools to improve health care delivery. His session focused on statistics, predictive analytics and productivity measures.bald man/health/public-health/news/2025/coph-professor-brings-data-expertise-to-tgh-inaugural-analytics-academy.aspxCollege News,Health Policy and Systems ManagementTampa General Hospital,Troy QuastUSF researcher stresses enhanced approach to behavioral health in community colleges/health/public-health/news/2025/ockert.aspxCollege is supposed to be an exciting time for focusing on a career, but many èƵapps spend their days of learning in despair.KURT LOFTThu, 10 Jul 2025 15:16:55 USF researcher stresses enhanced approach to behavioral health in community collegesCollege is supposed to be an exciting time for focusing on a career, but many èƵapps spend their days of learning in despair.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/ockert.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student LifeAdvanced Practice LeadershipUSF professor argues case against physician-assisted suicide/health/public-health/news/2025/drabiak-suicide.aspxEach year in the United States, nearly 50,000 people take their own lives by suicide – more than the total deaths from motor vehicle accidents, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These suicides often are tragic and violent. Others, however, happen in cooperation with medical professionals and are considered by many to be a peaceful and dignified end of life.KURT LOFTThu, 10 Jul 2025 14:53:02 USF professor argues case against physician-assisted suicideEach year in the United States, nearly 50,000 people take their own lives by suicide – more than the total deaths from motor vehicle accidents, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These suicides often are tragic and violent. Others, however, happen in cooperation with medical professionals and are considered by many to be a peaceful and dignified end of life.èƵapp: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/drabiak-suicide.aspxHealth Policy and Systems Management,Research and Innovation40 hours of service for 40th anniversary/health/public-health/news/2025/40-hours.aspxTo mark the USF College of Public Health’s (COPH) 40th anniversary, COPHers came together for “40 Hours for 40 Years of the COPH,” a service initiative driven by alumni and embraced by the entire COPH community.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthThu, 10 Jul 2025 13:07:38 40 hours of service for 40th anniversaryTo mark the USF College of Public Health’s (COPH) 40th anniversary, COPHers came together for “40 Hours for 40 Years of the COPH,” a service initiative driven by alumni and embraced by the entire COPH community.èƵapp: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/40-hours.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentUSF professor strives to improve maternal health care through implementation science/health/public-health/news/2025/implementation-science.aspxThe health of a mother and newborn child before and after birth relies on a trusted system of practices rooted in evidence-based science.KURT LOFTThu, 10 Jul 2025 00:14:03 USF professor strives to improve maternal health care through implementation scienceThe health of a mother and newborn child before and after birth relies on a trusted system of practices rooted in evidence-based science.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/implementation-science.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Research and InnovationCheryl Vamos,Community and Family HealthUSF scholarship winner promotes healthier smiles for Florida children/health/public-health/news/2025/dentist.aspxGetting kids to focus on oral hygiene can be like pulling teeth, but one USF graduate èƵapp wants communities – not just parents − to be more involved in addressing the problem.KURT LOFTFri, 20 Jun 2025 16:02:20 USF scholarship winner promotes healthier smiles for Florida childrenGetting kids to focus on oral hygiene can be like pulling teeth, but one USF graduate èƵapp wants communities – not just parents − to be more involved in addressing the problem.èƵapp: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/dentist.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student LifeFrom public health to patient care: How I landed a job as a medical scribe in a busy cardiology practice/health/public-health/news/2025/from-public-health-to-patient-care.aspxUSF health sciences èƵapp Ivan Alexis Martinez Diez-Muro shares how his experiences—from volunteering and shadowing to working as a full-time medical scribe—fueled his passion for cardiology. Inspired by his public health education, he’s now preparing for medical school with the goal of becoming an interventional cardiologist.Ivan Alexis Martinez Diez-MuroFri, 20 Jun 2025 13:45:29 From public health to patient care: How I landed a job as a medical scribe in a busy cardiology practiceUSF health sciences èƵapp Ivan Alexis Martinez Diez-Muro shares how his experiences—from volunteering and shadowing to working as a full-time medical scribe—fueled his passion for cardiology. Inspired by his public health education, he’s now preparing for medical school with the goal of becoming an interventional cardiologist.man/health/public-health/news/2025/from-public-health-to-patient-care.aspxStudent LifeUSF researchers feed new life into disaster response/health/public-health/news/2025/disaster.aspxFood, water, shelter, electricity. These are basic needs in the wake of a hurricane, tornado or earthquake. But providing any one of them isn’t always easy.KURT LOFTFri, 20 Jun 2025 13:39:48 USF researchers feed new life into disaster responseFood, water, shelter, electricity. These are basic needs in the wake of a hurricane, tornado or earthquake. But providing any one of them isn’t always easy.A group of people smiling/health/public-health/news/2025/disaster.aspxResearch and InnovationSten Vermund honored with lifetime achievement award for advancing HIV/AIDS research collaboration/health/public-health/news/2025/dean-vermund-honored-with-lifetime-achievement-award-for-advancing-us-japan-hiv-aids-research-collaboration.aspxThe U.S.-Japan Cooperative Medical Sciences Program has awarded COPH Dean Sten Vermund its 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his two decades of leadership and commitment to global health collaboration.Caitlin KeoughFri, 20 Jun 2025 13:24:52 Sten Vermund honored with lifetime achievement award for advancing HIV/AIDS research collaborationThe U.S.-Japan Cooperative Medical Sciences Program has awarded COPH Dean Sten Vermund its 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his two decades of leadership and commitment to global health collaboration.man/health/public-health/news/2025/dean-vermund-honored-with-lifetime-achievement-award-for-advancing-us-japan-hiv-aids-research-collaboration.aspxAwards and Honors,Sten VermundStill serving: a sailor’s public health mission/health/public-health/news/2025/wright.aspxFrom Iraq to Okinawa to the USF College of Public Health (COPH), David Wright’s path to public health has been defined by service, resilience and relationships.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 20 Jun 2025 13:24:25 Still serving: a sailor’s public health missionFrom Iraq to Okinawa to the USF College of Public Health (COPH), David Wright’s path to public health has been defined by service, resilience and relationships.a headshot of a man/health/public-health/news/2025/wright.aspxHealth Policy and Systems Management,Student LifeDavid WrightCOPH honors 655 years of service and bids farewell to two beloved retirees/health/public-health/news/2025/coph-honors-655-years-of-service-and-bids-farewell-to-two-beloved-retirees.aspxThe COPH celebrated more than just years of service at its 2024–2025 Length of Service Awards ceremony, it honored a legacy of dedication, innovation and community impact that spans four decades. The event marked a meaningful moment in the college’s 40th anniversary year, highlighting the people whose contributions have shaped its past and continue to inspire its future.Caitlin KeoughFri, 20 Jun 2025 00:28:40 COPH honors 655 years of service and bids farewell to two beloved retireesThe COPH celebrated more than just years of service at its 2024–2025 Length of Service Awards ceremony, it honored a legacy of dedication, innovation and community impact that spans four decades. The event marked a meaningful moment in the college’s 40th anniversary year, highlighting the people whose contributions have shaped its past and continue to inspire its future.a man and woman/health/public-health/news/2025/coph-honors-655-years-of-service-and-bids-farewell-to-two-beloved-retirees.aspxAwards and HonorsActivist Lab,Jay Wolfson,Kay White,Sten Vermund,Thomas Bernard,donna haiduven,etienne pracht,ray harbinson,sandy millerUSF trio makes impact at public health symposium/health/public-health/news/2025/serc.aspxBeing safe from environmental risk is essential to our society, and three èƵapps from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) want to keep people focused on their personal well-being.KURT LOFTMon, 09 Jun 2025 14:14:18 USF trio makes impact at public health symposiumBeing safe from environmental risk is essential to our society, and three èƵapps from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) want to keep people focused on their personal well-being.a man standing in a orange vest/health/public-health/news/2025/serc.aspxResearch and InnovationHeatlh Safety Environment,Jennifer Marshall,SERC,Social MarketingNot all heroes wear scrubs: Meet the industrial hygienist keeping us safe/health/public-health/news/2025/jason.aspxDr. Jason Garcia’s journey to a career in public health at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) didn’t begin in a lecture hall. It began at his first job as a microbiologist witha Nestlé plant, shortly after earning his undergraduate degree in biology from Florida Gulf Coast University. His role was to ensure that no chemical, biological or physical hazards contaminated the food supply. As he worked to prevent recalls and outbreaks, which have the potential to become serious public health crises, he realized that his efforts had a name: public health.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 09 Jun 2025 13:23:40 Not all heroes wear scrubs: Meet the industrial hygienist keeping us safeDr. Jason Garcia’s journey to a career in public health at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) didn’t begin in a lecture hall. It began at his first job as a microbiologist witha Nestlé plant, shortly after earning his undergraduate degree in biology from Florida Gulf Coast University. His role was to ensure that no chemical, biological or physical hazards contaminated the food supply. As he worked to prevent recalls and outbreaks, which have the potential to become serious public health crises, he realized that his efforts had a name: public health.headshot/health/public-health/news/2025/jason.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentCOPH Alumni Society,Jason Garcia,SERCUSF Health explores the potential for a healthier region/health/public-health/news/2025/panama.aspxResearchers, èƵapps and faculty at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) might be a tightly knit group in Tampa, but their voice is heard internationally.KURT LOFTMon, 09 Jun 2025 11:52:47 USF Health explores the potential for a healthier regionResearchers, èƵapps and faculty at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) might be a tightly knit group in Tampa, but their voice is heard internationally.èƵapp: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/panama.aspxResearch and InnovationArlene Calvo,Global Virus Network,Jesse Casanova,PanamaUSF Sunshine ERC and Activist Lab team up to elevate occupational health education/health/public-health/news/2025/serc-activist-lab.aspxThe USF College of Public Health is strengthening its commitment to workforce well-being through collaboration between its Activist Lab and the Sunshine Education and Research Center. The partnership is helping prepare èƵapps to engage with real-world public health challenges while promoting safer, healthier working environments across Florida and the nation.Caitlin KeoughMon, 09 Jun 2025 10:29:04 USF Sunshine ERC and Activist Lab team up to elevate occupational health educationThe USF College of Public Health is strengthening its commitment to workforce well-being through collaboration between its Activist Lab and the Sunshine Education and Research Center. The partnership is helping prepare èƵapps to engage with real-world public health challenges while promoting safer, healthier working environments across Florida and the nation.group of women/health/public-health/news/2025/serc-activist-lab.aspxCollege NewsActivist Lab,Jennifer Marshall,Sunshine ERCMPH èƵapp paves the way as first enrollee in COPH’s community nutrition concentration/health/public-health/news/2025/first-èƵapp-community-nutrition.aspxLindsay Thompson didn’t plan on being the first. But as the inaugural èƵapp in the COPH's community nutrition concentration, she’s found a new passion and a fresh start.Caitlin KeoughMon, 09 Jun 2025 09:47:30 MPH èƵapp paves the way as first enrollee in COPH’s community nutrition concentrationLindsay Thompson didn’t plan on being the first. But as the inaugural èƵapp in the COPH's community nutrition concentration, she’s found a new passion and a fresh start.woman/health/public-health/news/2025/first-èƵapp-community-nutrition.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Student LifeCOPH lab teaches èƵapps the fine points of causal inference/health/public-health/news/2025/ciph.aspxWe all use the phrase cause and effect, but do we really know what it means and how it applies to our daily lives?KURT LOFTMon, 09 Jun 2025 00:52:20 COPH lab teaches èƵapps the fine points of causal inferenceWe all use the phrase cause and effect, but do we really know what it means and how it applies to our daily lives?A group of people smiling/health/public-health/news/2025/ciph.aspxResearch and InnovationUSF and Dominican Republic colleges forge educational bond/health/public-health/news/2025/dr.aspxA commitment to building partnerships is part of the USF College of Public Health (COPH) philosophy, and it extends well beyond the campus. A recent grant enables the college to strengthen its connections with the Dominican Republic, fostering collaboration, education and research opportunities.KURT LOFTMon, 09 Jun 2025 00:19:50 USF and Dominican Republic colleges forge educational bondA commitment to building partnerships is part of the USF College of Public Health (COPH) philosophy, and it extends well beyond the campus. A recent grant enables the college to strengthen its connections with the Dominican Republic, fostering collaboration, education and research opportunities.people smiling /health/public-health/news/2025/dr.aspxResearch and InnovationCommunity Health Sciences,Dina Martinez Tyson,Dominican Republic,Salud Latina USF6 things to know about Dr. Sten Vermund, our new College of Public Health deanhttps://usfalumni.org/stay-connected/new-usf-magazine-25/six-things-to-know-about-dr-sten-vermundIn January, Dr. Sten Vermund joined the èƵapp as dean of the College of Public Health, as well as Distinguished University Health Professor and senior associate vice president of USF Health. Also the chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, he brings four decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience to his new role. Here are six facts to help you get to know Dean Vermund.External ArticleFri, 06 Jun 2025 00:33:30 6 things to know about Dr. Sten Vermund, our new College of Public Health deanIn January, Dr. Sten Vermund joined the èƵapp as dean of the College of Public Health, as well as Distinguished University Health Professor and senior associate vice president of USF Health. Also the chief medical officer of the Global Virus Network, he brings four decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience to his new role. Here are six facts to help you get to know Dean Vermund.man in a laboratoryhttps://usfalumni.org/stay-connected/new-usf-magazine-25/six-things-to-know-about-dr-sten-vermundCollege News,Sten VermundGlobal Virus Network meeting unites Caribbean and Latin America to tackle emerging viral threatshttps://gvn.org/global-virus-network-meeting-unites-caribbean-and-latin-america-to-tackle-emerging-viral-threats/The Global Virus Network convened top virologists, epidemiologists, public health experts and government officials for the 2025 GVN Regional Meeting: Caribbean and Latin America in Kingston, Jamaica held May 1-2, 2025.External ArticleTue, 27 May 2025 09:00:35 Global Virus Network meeting unites Caribbean and Latin America to tackle emerging viral threatsThe Global Virus Network convened top virologists, epidemiologists, public health experts and government officials for the 2025 GVN Regional Meeting: Caribbean and Latin America in Kingston, Jamaica held May 1-2, 2025.group of peoplehttps://gvn.org/global-virus-network-meeting-unites-caribbean-and-latin-america-to-tackle-emerging-viral-threats/College NewsGlobal Virus NetworkHillsborough County's Mosquito Management celebrates 75 years of innovation in partnership with USFhttps://hoodline.com/2025/05/hillsborough-county-s-mosquito-management-celebrates-75-years-of-innovation-in-partnership-with-usf/Hillsborough County's Mosquito Management Services is hitting a major milestone this year, marking 75 years of biting back against disease-spreading bugs. The program, launched way back in 1949, is celebrating its evolution from rudimentary pest control to a sophisticated, science-backed operation, in partnership with USF.External ArticleTue, 27 May 2025 08:53:47 Hillsborough County's Mosquito Management celebrates 75 years of innovation in partnership with USFHillsborough County's Mosquito Management Services is hitting a major milestone this year, marking 75 years of biting back against disease-spreading bugs. The program, launched way back in 1949, is celebrating its evolution from rudimentary pest control to a sophisticated, science-backed operation, in partnership with USF.man looking at mosquitos under microscopehttps://hoodline.com/2025/05/hillsborough-county-s-mosquito-management-celebrates-75-years-of-innovation-in-partnership-with-usf/Community EngagementPublic health teams shine at èƵapp conference/health/public-health/news/2025/fpha.aspxThe efforts of three industrious teams from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) may follow different paths, but they speak as one voice in their message for social change.KURT LOFTFri, 23 May 2025 10:25:53 Public health teams shine at èƵapp conferenceThe efforts of three industrious teams from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) may follow different paths, but they speak as one voice in their message for social change.èƵapp: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/fpha.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Research and Innovation,Student LifeLighting up health education scholarships, not cigarettes/health/public-health/news/2025/anamaria.aspxAnamaria Penagos, a second-year master of public health (MPH) èƵapp at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) was recently awarded the prestigious John P. McGovern National Scholarship from Eta Sigma Gamma (ESG), the national health education honorary society.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 23 May 2025 09:58:24 Lighting up health education scholarships, not cigarettesAnamaria Penagos, a second-year master of public health (MPH) èƵapp at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) was recently awarded the prestigious John P. McGovern National Scholarship from Eta Sigma Gamma (ESG), the national health education honorary society.èƵapp: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/anamaria.aspxAwards and Honors,Community Health SciencesAnamaria Penagos,Eta Sigma GammaTeaching policy, managing practice/health/public-health/news/2025/wagner.aspxBorn in Orange Park and raised in Bradenton, Fla., Paul Wagner always knew he wanted to serve others—he just didn’t know what form that would take. It wasn’t until a course called “Careers in Public Health” at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) that everything clicked.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 23 May 2025 09:39:05 Teaching policy, managing practiceBorn in Orange Park and raised in Bradenton, Fla., Paul Wagner always knew he wanted to serve others—he just didn’t know what form that would take. It wasn’t until a course called “Careers in Public Health” at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) that everything clicked.èƵapp: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/wagner.aspxAlumni and Development,Health Policy and Systems ManagementMHAProtect Your Lungs: Proper Respirator Storage Can Save Your Life/health/public-health/news/2025/wwwtp-may-2025.aspxProper respirator storage and maintenance protect against harmful exposure and ensure compliance with OSHA standards. Keep respirators clean, sealed, and inspected to safeguard your health—USF SafetyFlorida can help!Maribel AlvaradoWed, 21 May 2025 15:06:43 Protect Your Lungs: Proper Respirator Storage Can Save Your LifeProper respirator storage and maintenance protect against harmful exposure and ensure compliance with OSHA standards. Keep respirators clean, sealed, and inspected to safeguard your health—USF SafetyFlorida can help!An improperly stored respirator./health/public-health/news/2025/wwwtp-may-2025.aspxUSF SafetyFloridaSpotting Trouble Before It Starts: A Guide to Workplace Hazard Identification and Control/health/public-health/news/2025/cc-may-2025.aspxLearn how to proactively identify and correct workplace hazards using OSHA’s updated guidelines and practical in-house inspection strategies. This article offers actionable tips, tools, and a clear path to building a safer work environment.Luis SilvaWed, 21 May 2025 11:40:25 Spotting Trouble Before It Starts: A Guide to Workplace Hazard Identification and ControlLearn how to proactively identify and correct workplace hazards using OSHA’s updated guidelines and practical in-house inspection strategies. This article offers actionable tips, tools, and a clear path to building a safer work environment.A person in a white hard hat and yellow safety vest stands in an industrial setting, holding up an open hand in a “stop” gesture. The red lighting and visible machinery emphasize a focus on workplace safety and hazard awareness. The individual’s face is pixelated to maintain anonymity./health/public-health/news/2025/cc-may-2025.aspxBeyond Falls: Addressing Workplace Hazards in Nursing Homes & Long-Term Care Facilities Title/health/public-health/news/2025/beyond-falls-nursing-care-may-2025.aspxFalls are a major risk in nursing homes, but staff face workplace hazards like bloodborne pathogens and ergonomic injuries. USF SafetyFlorida offers expert consultations to help facilities create safer environments for employees and residents.Brian L. Warrick, PhD, CSP, CIHFri, 16 May 2025 10:45:34 Beyond Falls: Addressing Workplace Hazards in Nursing Homes & Long-Term Care Facilities TitleFalls are a major risk in nursing homes, but staff face workplace hazards like bloodborne pathogens and ergonomic injuries. USF SafetyFlorida offers expert consultations to help facilities create safer environments for employees and residents.An elderly Asian man falls to the floor as a compassionate nurse rushes to assist him in a nursing home./health/public-health/news/2025/beyond-falls-nursing-care-may-2025.aspxUSF SafetyFloridaMoss Construction Builds Safer Sites with USF SafetyFloridahttps://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/05/13/usf-program-boosts-jobsite-safety-and-efficiency.htmlSome Florida contractors are gaining a competitive edge by voluntarily bringing in OSHA experts at USF to ensure their projects meet the highest safety standards.External ArticleTue, 13 May 2025 09:01:24 Moss Construction Builds Safer Sites with USF SafetyFloridaSome Florida contractors are gaining a competitive edge by voluntarily bringing in OSHA experts at USF to ensure their projects meet the highest safety standards.The USF SafetyFlorida program is geared toward smaller subcontractors.https://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2025/05/13/usf-program-boosts-jobsite-safety-and-efficiency.htmlUSF SafetyFloridaStole the show: graduates make history in Spring 2025/health/public-health/news/2025/spring25.aspxOn May 9, USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) came together, in person and online, to honor the Spring 2025 graduates with a spirited celebration of achievement, perseverance and purpose.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 12 May 2025 09:53:39 Stole the show: graduates make history in Spring 2025On May 9, USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) came together, in person and online, to honor the Spring 2025 graduates with a spirited celebration of achievement, perseverance and purpose.èƵapp: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/spring25.aspxStudent LifeUSF-headquartered Global Virus Network issues urgent call on rising threat of H5N1 bird flu/health/news/2025/gvn-issues-urgent-call-on-h5n1.aspxThe Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.External ArticleMon, 12 May 2025 09:35:48 USF-headquartered Global Virus Network issues urgent call on rising threat of H5N1 bird fluThe Global Virus Network published a comprehensive analysis of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, calling on world governments to address the threat by enhancing surveillance, implementing biosecurity measures and preparing for potential human-to-human transmission.person with a chicken/health/news/2025/gvn-issues-urgent-call-on-h5n1.aspxResearch and Innovation,Sten VermundSten VermundCOPH team wins large scientific challenge on human genome research/health/public-health/news/2025/genetics.aspxPathogenicity prediction isn’t a subject we discuss over our morning coffee, but it could be a topic of greater interest as it affects more and more lives, according to a researcher at USF’s Genomics Program at the College of Public Health (COPH).KURT LOFTFri, 09 May 2025 17:00:12 COPH team wins large scientific challenge on human genome researchPathogenicity prediction isn’t a subject we discuss over our morning coffee, but it could be a topic of greater interest as it affects more and more lives, according to a researcher at USF’s Genomics Program at the College of Public Health (COPH).a scientist/health/public-health/news/2025/genetics.aspxGlobal - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Research and InnovationChang Li,USF Genomics,Xiaoming Liu,genomicsA hometown public health hero/health/public-health/news/2025/kirby.aspxHeath Kirby knows exactly where he came from and exactly where he’s meant to be-- leading community health efforts as a proud alumna of USF’s College of Public Health (COPH).Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 09 May 2025 16:37:25 A hometown public health heroHeath Kirby knows exactly where he came from and exactly where he’s meant to be-- leading community health efforts as a proud alumna of USF’s College of Public Health (COPH).a headshot of a man/health/public-health/news/2025/kirby.aspxAlumni and Development,Health Policy and Systems ManagementAlumni,Community Hub,Heath Kirby,MPH,Public Health PracticeCOPH èƵapps slay at 2025 USF award ceremonies/health/public-health/news/2025/end-of-year-awards-2025.aspxCOPH èƵapps and èƵapp organizations were recognized at both the USF Health Student Awards Ceremony and the USF Celebration of Leadership Awards—two key events held as part of USF Commencement Week.Caitlin KeoughFri, 09 May 2025 16:11:10 COPH èƵapps slay at 2025 USF award ceremoniesCOPH èƵapps and èƵapp organizations were recognized at both the USF Health Student Awards Ceremony and the USF Celebration of Leadership Awards—two key events held as part of USF Commencement Week.group of èƵapps/health/public-health/news/2025/end-of-year-awards-2025.aspxAwards and Honors,Community Engagement,Community Health SciencesBSPH,DAHR,DrPH,Health Promotion and Behavior,MCHSO,MPH,PhD,Together After Cancer In memory of Dr. Paul Leaverton/health/public-health/news/2025/paul-leaverton.aspxFounding faculty Dr. Paul Emmett Leaverton passed away peacefully with his beloved wife, Su, by his side on April 25, 2025, in Tampa, Fla.Fri, 09 May 2025 15:40:46 In memory of Dr. Paul LeavertonFounding faculty Dr. Paul Emmett Leaverton passed away peacefully with his beloved wife, Su, by his side on April 25, 2025, in Tampa, Fla.old man/health/public-health/news/2025/paul-leaverton.aspxCollege NewsJay Wolfson,Paul Leaverton