From the Front Row: Rural health care challenges and opportunities

This episode features a panel discussion on rural health care sponsored by the Student Association for Rural Health at the University of Iowa College of Public Health. Published May 2, 2024

Take a Finals Week break at the IMU

Need some caffeine and carbs? Maybe some yoga or quality time with a therapy dog? Check out the list of events, free food, and more taking place next week at the Iowa Memorial Union. Published May 1, 2024

2024 CPH Faculty, Staff, and Student Awards presented

Students, faculty, staff, and alumni were honored at the annual CPH Awards & Recognition presentation held May 1, 2024. See a list of all who were recognized at the event. Published May 1, 2024

Herky parades across campus (including CPHB)

This year, 23 new Herky statues have been placed across campus as part of the 2024 rendition of Herky on Parade. The statues, which were unveiled on May 1, include the Colors of Courage Herky placed near the College of Public Health Building and sponsored by Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center. (Iowa Now)  Published May 1, 2024

Listen to the latest Iowa Climate Podcast episodes

Season 2 of the Iowa Climate Podcast is streaming now! The podcast is produced by the Community Engagement Core of the Environmental Health Sciences Research Center and includes topics such as prairie restoration, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, and environmental impacts on human health.  Published April 30, 2024

Researchers study self-driving vehicles, young pedestrians, and road-crossing

In a new study, University of Iowa researchers investigated how pre-teenage children determined when it was safe to cross a residential street with oncoming self-driving cars. The study was co-authored by Jodie Plumert, professor of psychological and brain sciences, and Elizabeth O’Neal, assistant professor of community and behavioral health. (Iowa Now) Published April 26, 2024

Torner named a 2024 Fellow of the Society for Clinical Trials

Jim Torner, CPH professor of epidemiology, will be honored as a 2024 Fellow of the Society for Clinical Trials at the society's annual meeting in May.  Published April 25, 2024

Webinar: Building Community Partnerships to Achieve Health Equity

On May 8, join the next installment of the Building Health Equity webinar series to learn about ways to build community partnerships and some of the strategies and challenges involved. Published April 25, 2024

Kennelty, Casteel land $17.9M award for hypertension management study

Two University of Iowa researchers have been approved for nearly $18 million to help older adults with multiple chronic medical conditions better manage their hypertension. CPH professor Carri Casteel is a dual-principal investigator on the award along with Korey Kennelty from the College of Pharmacy. CPH co-investigators include Jon Davis, Ryan Carnahan, and Joe Cavanaugh.  Published April 24, 2024

Video: Student Madeline McCabe at the 2024 Public Health Conference of Iowa

Follow MPH student Madeline McCabe as she attends the 2024 Public Health Conference of Iowa. Hear why these events are such valuable experiences for our students as they prepare to enter the public health workforce.  Published April 24, 2024