Peter Thorne discusses link between climate change and increased seasonal allergies

Professor Peter Thorne says higher carbon dioxide levels and higher temperatures change the way allergenic plants grow which could lead to an increase in pollen and seasonal sniffles. Published March 23, 2026

Family planning helps prevent HIV from spreading: why are many Nigerians not using contraception?

Assistant professor Oluwafemi Adeagbo and PhD candidate Oluwaseun Badru recently wrote about their research on unintended pregnancy among women living with HIV in southern Nigeria. Published March 23, 2026

Hamann talks about balancing the needs of older drivers and road safety

With more older drivers on the road, states try to balance safety and mobility. "Every state has some kind of licensing policy that affects older adults, but we don't really have good evidence behind those policies," said associate professor Cara Hamann, an epidemiologist at the UI College of Public Health who studies road safety.  Published March 23, 2026

Win free tickets to the Iowa Disability Film Festival

Enter a drawing for two complimentary tickets to see the documentary “Life After” that will be shown as part of the Iowa Disability Film Festival on Saturday, March 28, at 3:30 p.m. at Film Scene. The College of Public Health is a co-sponsor of the festival. Published March 23, 2026

BLN 2026 Community Grants announced

The College of Public Health and its Business Leadership Network (BLN) recently announced that five Iowa community organizations will be recipients of grant funding through the BLN’s Community Grant Program. The communities include Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, Sioux City, and Chariton  Published March 18, 2026

Media roundup: 2026 Cancer in Iowa report

A number of news stories were generated about the 2026 Cancer in Iowa report that was released on March 13, 2026. Check out a sample of some of the media coverage. Published March 17, 2026

HMP student honored with Graduate Research Excellence Award

Gawain Williams, a PhD candidate in the department of health management and policy, has been selected to receive a 2026 Graduate Research Excellence Award from the University of Iowa Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR). Williams’ research examines prostate cancer outcomes among Black individuals living in rural communities, integrating qualitative and quantitative approaches to better understand how policy, health systems, and patient experiences influence cancer care. Published March 16, 2026

Plugged in to Public Health: From Iowa to London on a public health internship abroad

In this episode of Plugged in to Public Health, Lauren speaks with University of Iowa public health student Jahanvi Chawla about her summer internship abroad in London. Through a hybrid program that combined coursework and hands on experience, Jahanvi worked with Healthwatch Enfield, a community organization that gathers local feedback on healthcare access and connects residents with resources. Published March 15, 2026

2026 Cancer in Iowa Report highlights cancer incidence among Iowa’s farming population

The Cancer in Iowa Report, published annually by the Iowa Cancer Registry, provides an overview of the current burden of cancer in the state. In addition to annual data and projections, the 2026 report features findings from the Agricultural Health Study, one of the world’s largest and longest-running active studies of agricultural exposures and health.  Published March 13, 2026

UI College of Public Health named IAPHS Institutional Member of the Month

The University of Iowa College of Public Health is being recognized by the Interdisciplinary Association for Population Health Science (IAPHS) as the Institutional Member of the Month for its leadership in advancing rural health, community‑engaged research, and cross‑disciplinary collaboration. Published March 12, 2026