From the Front Row: Addiction treatment and public health

Lauren welcomes guest Dr. Josiah Rich for a discussion on addiction treatment and public health, particularly in relation to the HIV epidemic, injection drug use, the current opioid epidemic, and recovery. Published August 8, 2024

Report shows that natural-cause deaths have increased more in rural areas than urban areas

Whitney Zahnd, assistant professor of health management and policy, recently discussed a new report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture showing that the natural-cause death rate for those 25-54 years old is 43 percent higher in rural than urban areas. (Iowa Public Radio) Published August 7, 2024

New Outlook mailing lists for the College of Public Health

A new set of email distribution lists for the College of Public Health can now be found in the Address Book within Outlook. A SharePoint page is available with guidance on how to find and use departmental, student, staff, and faculty lists.  Published August 5, 2024

UI research study to examine parent-child interactions in road crossing

A new University of Iowa research study aims to shed light on parent-child road crossing behaviors and, ultimately, to help lead to changes that reduce motor vehicle collisions with pedestrians, a major cause of childhood death and disability. Published August 5, 2024

Arora studies effects of paid family and sick leave policies on family caregivers

A recent study from the University of Iowa College of Public Health explores the effects of Paid Family Leave (PFL) and Paid Sick Leave (PSL) policies on family caregivers providing personal care to older parents. The researchers highlight the vital role family caregivers play in the American long-term care system, noting that their caregiving responsibilities often clash with paid employment. Published July 31, 2024

Vander Weg comments on vaping in rural areas

There are a variey of potential reasons for why vaping and smoking are more prevalent in rural areas than in cities, says Mark Vander Weg, professor and head of community and behavioral health. (The Gazette) Published July 25, 2024

UI awarded $9M for occupational health and safety training center

The University of Iowa’s Heartland Center for Occupational Health and Safety has been awarded a grant of $9 million over five years to continue to provide graduate training, continuing education, and outreach in the areas of occupational health and safety. The center serves the states of Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. Published July 23, 2024

Registration open for the Iowa Immunization Summit

Are you interested in increasing vaccine confidence and ensuring everyone has access to life-saving vaccines? Attend the Iowa Immunization Summit on Sept. 9 in Ankeny, Iowa. Students are eligible for a discounted registration! Published July 19, 2024

UI secures over $680M in research funding

The University of Iowa secured more than $683 million in external funding for fiscal year 2024 to support leading-edge research, public service, and creative discovery. This marks a 22% increase over the previous year’s $561 million. (Iowa Now) Published July 18, 2024

Smile: Free CPH portrait sessions set for August

Need a new head shot? College of Public Health faculty, staff, postdocs, and graduate students have an opportunity to get a free portrait taken on Aug. 29 in CPHB. Published July 15, 2024