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

Apply for the Dr. Carol S. Gleich Development Award

The Dr. Carol S. Gleich Development Award is available to CPH faculty members and graduate students to support travel expenses to perform an official function at a national or international meeting. Applications are due Oct. 1, 2024. Published September 5, 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

Webinar: Changing the Narrative around Health Equity

The next installment of the Building Health Equity webinar series will take place Tuesday, Sept. 10, with the presentation "Changing the Narrative around Health Equity." 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