Alumnus Azeez Alade starts NIH position, offers advice for international students

Recent epidemiology graduate Azeez Alade (23PhD) will soon start a clinical fellowship position at the National Institute for Dental and Craniofacial Research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland. He reflects back on the importance of mentors and offers advice for students.  Published July 7, 2023

Hamann comments on increase in pedestrian deaths

Pedestrian deaths have risen 77% since 2010, according to a new report from the Governors Highway Safety Association. Cara Hamann, assistant professor of epidemiology, says some of the factors include distracted driving and lack of infrastructure for pedestrians. (NBC News) Published June 30, 2023

Pentella discusses health risks of raw milk consumption

Direct farm-to-consumer sales of unpasteurized milk will be legal in Iowa beginning July 1. Mike Pentella, clinical professor of epidemiology and director of the State Hygienic Laboratory, recently spoke about the health risks associated with consuming raw milk. (Iowa Public Radio) Published June 28, 2023

IPRC studies examine teen car crashes

Two recent studies by researchers with the University of Iowa Injury Prevention Research Center (UI IPRC) looked at how much teens are responsible for car crashes in Iowa, which teens are at fault, and what medical costs result from everyone involved in the crashes. (IPRC) Published June 12, 2023

Hamann offers safety tips for bikes, e-bikes, and more

Whether you ride a traditional bicycle or opt for an electric bike, scooter, or skateboard, Cara Hamann, assistant professor of epidemiology, offers some safety reminders. (Multiple sources) Published May 23, 2023

Amanda Sursely connects with state legislators at Hawkeye Caucus

Amanda Sursely, a doctoral candidate in epidemiology, is featured in a video about the experience of highlighting her research at Hawkeye Caucus. Published May 11, 2023

Hamann discusses e-bike and e-scooter safety

Cara Hamann, assistant professor of epidemiology, recently was a guest on a podcast to discuss the benefits, risks, and safety issues with personal electric vehicles including e-bikes and e-scooters. (Rounding@Iowa) Published May 4, 2023

Students honored with awards at SAVIR conference

Two CPH students recently received awards at the 2023 conference of the Society for Advancement of Violence and Injury Research (SAVIR) held in Denver, Colorado.  Published May 3, 2023