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Q&A: Whitney Zahnd on rural health research, advocacy, and engagement

Whitney Zahnd, assistant professor of health management and policy, recently answered a few questions about her interests in rural health topics and research, the rewards of working with students, and her new leadership role in a statewide rural health organization.  Published November 7, 2023

Student Margaret Huang reflects on her summer in Spain

Margaret Huang (public health and Spanish majors, chemistry minor, and pre-medicine track), participated in the Iowa Hispanic Institute program in summer 2023. Read more about her experiences while studying in Spain. Published November 7, 2023

Agricultural injury prevention important year-round

Agriculture is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. Tabitha Kuehn, outreach coordinator of Iowa’s Center for Agricultural Safety and Health, said tractor rollovers and grain entrapment are the leading causes of fatalities in Iowa’s agriculture industry. (Daily Iowan) Published November 7, 2023

National Injury Prevention Day is Nov. 18

National Injury Prevention Day 2023 is Saturday, Nov. 18. Join the UI Injury Prevention Research Center as we “shine a green light” on injury prevention along with our partners across Iowa and the U.S., including Injury Free Coalition for Kids, University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital, University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, and the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services. Learn how to get involved in this day of action. Published November 7, 2023

Fall break meal offered Nov. 20

Community members and University of Iowa international students and scholars staying on campus during the fall break are invited to join International Programs staff for a celebration of community and a traditional holiday meal on Nov. 20. Please register in advance. Published November 7, 2023

Caring for ourselves and each other through stressful times

We are entering the time of the semester when stress and anxiety begin to creep into our daily lives. Continuing to exhibit compassion, grace, and understanding for one another and utilizing available support resources can help each of us navigate through stressful times. Published November 3, 2023

From the Front Row: MHA students reflect on their summer internship experiences

In this episode, Rasika welcomes second-year Master of Health Administration students AnnaVay and Jashanjot to discuss their summer internship experiences and the valuable opportunities they provide for learning, networking, and professional growth. Published November 3, 2023

CPH online apparel store now open

Check out a selection of CPH hoodies, T-shirts, jackets, hats, and more at our online store. Hurry—the storefront closes at 10 a.m. CST on Nov. 15. Published November 2, 2023

PHOTOS: CPH gathers for Homecoming lunch

See images of CPH alumni, students, faculty and staff mingling at our annual Homecoming Lunch. Published November 2, 2023

CPH student Amir Ghanbari receives $20K grant to study adolescent bicycling injuries

Amir Ghanbari, a PhD candidate in the Department of Epidemiology, has been named the recipient of the 2023 H. Clay Gabler Scholar’s Program Award from the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine. Published November 2, 2023