PHOTOS: CPH Day of Service

CPH students and faculty took part in our annual Day of Service to kick off the semester. See the photos! Published September 11, 2024

O’Shaughnessy discusses dust from gravel roads and respiratory health

Patrick O'Shaughnessy, professor of occupational and environmental health, recently discussed his research on how dust plumes from gravel roads affect the respiratory system. (The Gazette) Published September 11, 2024

Faculty focus: Daniel Sewell

In a recent Q&A, Daniel Sewell, associate professor of biostatistics, shared why he strives to be an expert and leader in biostatistics. Published September 11, 2024

College of Public Health celebrates first 25 years

The College of Public Health is celebrating our 25th anniversary! Answer a CPH trivia question and get entered into our prize drawing! Published September 11, 2024

Askelson comments on food insecurity in Iowa

Natoshia Askelson, associate professor of community behavioral health, researches food security in the state of Iowa. Johnson County, in particular, struggles with higher food insecurity rates due to the large student body and large immigrant and refugee populations, Askelson says. (Daily Iowan) Published September 11, 2024

Student podcast: Public health and the global learning experience

Our student-run podcast has a new season, new name, and new look, but the same great content. This week, Lauren introduces "Plugged in to Public Health" and chats with epidemiology student Emily Jester, who spent time in Romania last summer working and learning about public health, violence, and injury prevention issues. Published September 10, 2024

Seeking innovative ideas for climate change and health solutions

Do you have a creative solution to address the impact of climate change on human health? Your ideas are needed and may earn up to $10,000 in funding! Proposals are due Oct. 7, 2024. Published September 5, 2024

Lehmler to present CPH Distinguished Faculty Lecture Oct. 23

Hans-Joachim Lehmler, professor of occupational and environmental health, will present the 2024 College of Public Health Distinguished Faculty Lecture, "A Persistent Problem: PCB Exposure and Adverse Health Effects," on Oct. 23.  Published September 5, 2024

Alumnus Kent Lehr discusses his path to health care

Alumnus Kent Lehr (09MHA), CEO of Iowa Radiology, was recently featured in a profile where he discussed his career in health care, the challenges ahead, and the latest trends in health care that he’s following.  Published September 5, 2024

UI geriatric training program aims to bolster workforce, improve care for older Iowans

A new federal award to the University of Iowa will continue a Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) to educate and train health care and supportive care workforces to care for older adults in collaboration with community partners across Iowa and several other states. Published September 4, 2024