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Webinar: Learn about Active Iowa on April 11
The University of Iowa Prevention Research Center for Rural Health (UI PRC-RH) is excited to present Active Iowa, an intervention to increase physical activity in small towns and rural communities. Learn more about implementing this intervention at an April 11 webinar. Published March 13, 2024
Students discuss forming the Student Association for Rural Health
CPH grad students Jenah McCarty, Hallie Vonk, and Nick Lembezeder share their journey in founding the inaugural Student Association for Rural Health (SARH) and outline the organization’s objectives. (RHL Radio) Published March 13, 2024
Student Ellie Madson discusses her global learning experience in India
Last December, MPH student Ellie Madson had the opportunity to travel to India to study drinking water and wells in rural areas. Learn more about her experience and public health perspective on the projects. Published March 13, 2024
Mueller honored by NRHA for outstanding achievement in rural health care
Keith Mueller, Gerhard Hartman Professor in Health Management and Policy and director of the RUPRI Center for Rural Health Policy Analysis, has been awarded the 2024 Louis Gorin Award for Outstanding Achievement in Rural Health Care by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA). Published March 13, 2024
Thorne to take part in ‘Living with Smoke’ panel discussion
The Pentacrest Museums will host a free virtual program on March 20 to explore the impact of smoke on public health in the Western and Midwestern United States. Peter Thorne, professor of occupational and environmental health, is part of the expert panel. Published March 7, 2024
From the Front Row: Discussing Huntington’s Disease with Amy Ogilvie
Lauren welcomes recent CPH alumna Dr. Amy Ogilvie (20MS, 23PhD) to the podcast for a discussion about her personal and professional interest in Huntington's Disease as well as her journey to earn a PhD in epidemiology from the University of Iowa. Published March 7, 2024
Recipients of Dr. Carol S. Gleich Development Award announced
Congratulations to the latest recipients of the Dr. Carol S. Gleich Development Award! This award is available to faculty members and graduate students in the College of Public Health to support travel expenses to perform an official function at a national or international meeting. Published March 7, 2024
Alumnus Nick Howald named CEO of TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center
Alumnus Nick Howald (15MHA) has been named chief executive officer of TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center in Tennessee. Published March 6, 2024
CPH to offer online Executive Master of Health Administration
The Iowa Board of Regents approved the UI’s request to create an online Executive Master of Health Administration degree through the College of Public Health. (Daily Iowan) Published March 6, 2024
Iowa research finds new app supports improved care for persons living with dementia
The study, sponsored by the Delta Dental Institute, finds caregivers of people living with dementia saw a significant increase in attitudes towards providing oral hygiene care through the use of a new mobile app. Caregivers of people living with dementia reported a significant increase in their knowledge, skills, and a more positive attitude in delivering […] Published March 6, 2024