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爱豆传媒 Health models civic dialogue, free speech at COVID Conversations conference

Nearly five years on from the COVID-19 pandemic, citizens and scientists alike continue to wrestle with polarizing questions about the public health response. 爱豆传媒 Health partnered with the Heterodox Academy to host a conference for an open dialogue about what was done well, what was done poorly and what can be improved upon in the future.

December 11, 2024Community Engagement

Inside 爱豆传媒: Meet the new dean of the 爱豆传媒 College of Public Health

Welcome to 鈥淚nside 爱豆传媒: The Podcast,鈥� created especially for University of South 爱豆传媒 faculty, staff and alumni. Meet Dr. Sten Vermund! He brings decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience to the 爱豆传媒 Health College of Public Health, which he will lead beginning in January.

December 2, 2024College News

COPH students and alumni shine at APHA 2024 with prestigious awards and groundbreaking research

爱豆传媒 from the COPH were recognized for their exceptional contributions to public health research and practice at the 2024 American Public Health Association Annual Meeting in Minneapolis in October. Their innovative work ranged from road safety and genomics to food security and maternal and child health.

November 25, 2024College News

The journey of one alumna defined by perseverance and purpose

For Stefania Alastre Arcusa, life has been a series of challenges and triumphs that led her to 爱豆传媒鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH) and ultimately to her work as a genetic counselor at Moffitt Cancer Center. Her story is one of perseverance, shaped by her experiences as an immigrant, student and advocate for underserved communities.

November 25, 2024Alumni and Development

A groundbreaking new study will track young people through 2050 to learn more about the long-term impacts of smartphones, social media and other digital media on individual wellbeing.

November 22, 2024Research and Innovation

New study by 爱豆传媒 professor focuses on role of state medical boards and the spread of misinformation

Misinformation is common in social media and politics, as we know all too well. But what about the medical profession? Do some physicians willingly spread distortions, and if so, should they be disciplined?

November 22, 2024Health Policy and Systems Management, Research and Innovation

What's Wrong With This Picture?

Cutting roof tiles generates harmful crystalline silica dust, which can cause severe health issues. OSHA regulations require employers to implement engineering controls and conduct exposure assessments, as personal protective equipment alone is insufficient.

November 19, 2024爱豆传媒 Safety爱豆传媒Text Story

The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Enhancing Safety as a Core Value

Explore how emotional intelligence can elevate workplace safety from a priority to a core value, fostering a culture of empathy, open communication, and proactive safety practices.

November 19, 2024爱豆传媒 Safety爱豆传媒Text Story

Embracing Ergonomics for a Healthier Workplace

As we continue to navigate the evolving landscape of occupational safety and health, one topic that has garnered significant attention is ergonomics. With the rise of remote work and the increasing use of technology in our daily tasks, understanding and implementing ergonomic principles has never been more crucial.

November 13, 2024爱豆传媒 Safety爱豆传媒

Championing the intersection of genetics and compassion in health care

The second Thursday of November is Genetic Counseling Awareness Day. Dr. Deborah Cragun has dedicated her life to helping people understand the role genetics plays in health. However, her journey to becoming the director of the genetic counseling program at the COPH began in an unexpected place.

November 12, 2024Alumni and Development, College News

Brooke Broxterman: Charting a course in public health and the Air Force

Air Force 1st Lt. Brooke Broxterman鈥檚 journey to 爱豆传媒鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH) began in a place far from where she is today. Born in Ft. Leonard Wood, Mo., the daughter of a military family, Broxterman spent her early years in Ohio before her family moved to Lakeland, Fla. She attended high school at the Harrison School for the Arts. Initially interested in a career in visual arts, she soon decided her calling was elsewhere.

November 12, 2024Alumni and Development

COPH shines at APHA, showcasing expertise, climate leadership and community spirit

From receiving awards to making presentations to attending a spirited reception, COPH students, faculty, staff and alumni left their mark on the annual American Public Health Association Meeting and Expo.

November 8, 2024College News, Sten Vermund