Public Health News Feed/health/public-health/news/Recent posts from Public Health Newsen-usSat, 05 Apr 2025 06:18:11 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)Dr. Donna Petersen awarded ASPPH Welch-Rose Award for Excellence in Academic Public Health Service/health/public-health/news/2025/assph-welch-rose.aspxThe Welch-Rose Award is given annually to an individual to honor their lifetime of public health service and/or for their extraordinary contributions to the academic public health community. This year Dr. Donna Petersen is the recipient of the ASPPH Welch-Rose Award for Excellence in Academic Public Health Service.Fri, 28 Mar 2025 09:44:56 Dr. Donna Petersen awarded ASPPH Welch-Rose Award for Excellence in Academic Public Health ServiceThe Welch-Rose Award is given annually to an individual to honor their lifetime of public health service and/or for their extraordinary contributions to the academic public health community. This year Dr. Donna Petersen is the recipient of the ASPPH Welch-Rose Award for Excellence in Academic Public Health Service.two women holding an award/health/public-health/news/2025/assph-welch-rose.aspxAwards and HonorsDonna PetersenFrom the field to the classroom: How Juliana George scores big in public health and lacrosse/health/public-health/news/2025/juliana-george.aspxJuliana George, a student-athlete at the COPH, has mastered the art of balancing the demands of being both a public health graduate student and a member of the lacrosse team. With a passion for health and wellness, George has combined her education in public health with her athletic pursuits, striving to make an impact both on and off the field.Caitlin KeoughFri, 28 Mar 2025 08:34:34 From the field to the classroom: How Juliana George scores big in public health and lacrosseJuliana George, a student-athlete at the COPH, has mastered the art of balancing the demands of being both a public health graduate student and a member of the lacrosse team. With a passion for health and wellness, George has combined her education in public health with her athletic pursuits, striving to make an impact both on and off the field.women's lacrosse team in front of fireworks/health/public-health/news/2025/juliana-george.aspxStudent Life堁階傭部app prepares disease specialists to level up/health/public-health/news/2025/dista.aspxRecognizing the need to enhance training for disease intervention specialists, the Florida Department of Health has partnered with the COPH to launch the Disease Intervention Specialist Training Academy.Caitlin KeoughFri, 28 Mar 2025 08:08:26 堁階傭部app prepares disease specialists to level upRecognizing the need to enhance training for disease intervention specialists, the Florida Department of Health has partnered with the COPH to launch the Disease Intervention Specialist Training Academy.group of people/health/public-health/news/2025/dista.aspxCollege NewsDISTA,Ismael Hoare,Lifelong Learning AcademyGlobal experts convene to explore the cutting-edge science of microbiomes/health/news/2025/microbiome-conference.aspxExperts from around the world recently gathered at 堁階傭部app Health to talk about advances in the science of microbiomes.External ArticleFri, 28 Mar 2025 07:42:56 Global experts convene to explore the cutting-edge science of microbiomesExperts from around the world recently gathered at 堁階傭部app Health to talk about advances in the science of microbiomes.group of people standing on stairs/health/news/2025/microbiome-conference.aspxResearch and InnovationIt starts here: Your guide to NPHW at the COPH!/health/public-health/news/2025/nphw2025.aspxThe COPH is part of a national effort to create the healthiest nation in one generation. 堁階傭部app Bulls and members of the local community are invited to join the movement and get involved today!Caitlin KeoughTue, 25 Mar 2025 16:04:07 It starts here: Your guide to NPHW at the COPH!The COPH is part of a national effort to create the healthiest nation in one generation. 堁階傭部app Bulls and members of the local community are invited to join the movement and get involved today!NPHW banner/health/public-health/news/2025/nphw2025.aspxCollege News,Community Engagement堁階傭部app student gets to the heart of obesity/health/public-health/news/2025/lvad.aspxOne in three Americans are overweight, which has created a crisis of life-threatening complications from obesity, such as high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes and cardiac disease.KURT LOFTMon, 24 Mar 2025 10:46:16 堁階傭部app student gets to the heart of obesityOne in three Americans are overweight, which has created a crisis of life-threatening complications from obesity, such as high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes and cardiac disease.a person smiling with a poster/health/public-health/news/2025/lvad.aspxResearch and InnovationShaping the future of public health, one student at a time/health/public-health/news/2025/winston.aspxFor 堁階傭部app College of Public Health (COPH) alumna Jennifer Winston, public health is more than a professionits a calling. As an instructor and PhD candidate at the COPH, Winston brings her wealth of real-world experience into the classroom, engaging and inspiring the next generation of public health professionals.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 21 Mar 2025 15:35:41 Shaping the future of public health, one student at a timeFor 堁階傭部app College of Public Health (COPH) alumna Jennifer Winston, public health is more than a professionits a calling. As an instructor and PhD candidate at the COPH, Winston brings her wealth of real-world experience into the classroom, engaging and inspiring the next generation of public health professionals.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/winston.aspxAlumni and Development,College News,Student LifeMental health hygienist cleans up emotional poverty/health/public-health/news/2025/spowart.aspxDr. Sara Spowarts journey to 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH) from international development to mental health championing is one shaped by experience, resilience and a commitment to improving well-being.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 21 Mar 2025 15:34:35 Mental health hygienist cleans up emotional povertyDr. Sara Spowarts journey to 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH) from international development to mental health championing is one shaped by experience, resilience and a commitment to improving well-being.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/spowart.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentEnhancing Fire Safety: The Power of the Plan-Do-Check-Act Model/health/public-health/news/2025/cc-march-2025.aspxDiscover how the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) model can revolutionize fire safety in your organization. This article outlines the steps of the PDCA cycleplanning, implementing, evaluating, and adjustingto ensure continuous improvement in fire safety measures. Learn how proactive fire safety protocols can protect lives and property, and find out how the 堁階傭部app SafetyFlorida Consultation Program can assist you in navigating OSHA compliance and enhancing workplace safety. Take action now to create a safer environment for your employees and business.Miriam F. Escobar, MA, MSPH, CSPThu, 13 Mar 2025 21:24:47 Enhancing Fire Safety: The Power of the Plan-Do-Check-Act ModelDiscover how the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) model can revolutionize fire safety in your organization. This article outlines the steps of the PDCA cycleplanning, implementing, evaluating, and adjustingto ensure continuous improvement in fire safety measures. Learn how proactive fire safety protocols can protect lives and property, and find out how the 堁階傭部app SafetyFlorida Consultation Program can assist you in navigating OSHA compliance and enhancing workplace safety. Take action now to create a safer environment for your employees and business.PDCA or deming cycle chart diagram with plan, do, check and act line icon in circle roll arrow cross loop vector design./health/public-health/news/2025/cc-march-2025.aspx堁階傭部app SafetyFloridaBridging the Safety Gap: Tailored OHS Solutions for SMEs/health/public-health/news/2025/bridging-the-gap-tailored-sme.aspxSmall and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face unique challenges in managing occupational health and safety (OHS). Unlike large enterprises, SMEs often lack formal management structures and resources, leading to higher risks for their workforce. The 堁階傭部app SafetyFlorida Consultation Program offers expert, customized OHS solutions to help SMEs create safer work environments. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward a safer workplace.Brian L. Warrick, PhD, CSP, CIHThu, 13 Mar 2025 20:15:58 Bridging the Safety Gap: Tailored OHS Solutions for SMEsSmall and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face unique challenges in managing occupational health and safety (OHS). Unlike large enterprises, SMEs often lack formal management structures and resources, leading to higher risks for their workforce. The 堁階傭部app SafetyFlorida Consultation Program offers expert, customized OHS solutions to help SMEs create safer work environments. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward a safer workplace.Small And Medium-sized Enterprises written in a notebook on white table./health/public-health/news/2025/bridging-the-gap-tailored-sme.aspx堁階傭部app SafetyFloridaPrevent Tragedy: Regular Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Saves Lives/health/public-health/news/2025/wwwto-march-2025.aspxRegular maintenance and inspection of fire extinguishers are crucial to prevent serious injuries, smoke inhalation, and fatalities in the workplace.Luis SilvaThu, 13 Mar 2025 00:41:27 Prevent Tragedy: Regular Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Saves LivesRegular maintenance and inspection of fire extinguishers are crucial to prevent serious injuries, smoke inhalation, and fatalities in the workplace.Fire extinguisher needing to be recharged./health/public-health/news/2025/wwwto-march-2025.aspx堁階傭部app SafetyFloridaStudent veteran and campus first responders help save a lifehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/student-veteran-and-campus-first-responders-help-save-a-life.aspxThe quick response and emergency training of health sciences student Teresa Booker, university police and first responders helped to save the life of someone having a cardiac emergency on campus.External ArticleFri, 07 Mar 2025 14:33:34 Student veteran and campus first responders help save a lifeThe quick response and emergency training of health sciences student Teresa Booker, university police and first responders helped to save the life of someone having a cardiac emergency on campus.woman in front of boathttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/student-veteran-and-campus-first-responders-help-save-a-life.aspxStudent Life堁階傭部app researcher explores link between illness in pregnancy and cognitive development of newborns/health/public-health/news/2025/calvo.aspxRespiratory viruses are a major cause of early childhood illness, hospitalization and death around the world. Work by a team that includes a researcher at 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH) could lead to countless lives saved.KURT LOFTFri, 07 Mar 2025 11:13:41 堁階傭部app researcher explores link between illness in pregnancy and cognitive development of newbornsRespiratory viruses are a major cause of early childhood illness, hospitalization and death around the world. Work by a team that includes a researcher at 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH) could lead to countless lives saved.3 people wearing masks/health/public-health/news/2025/calvo.aspxResearch and InnovationArlene CalvoCannabis research board gets new member from COPH/health/public-health/news/2025/quast.aspx堁階傭部app has joined the Consortium for Medical Marijuana Clinical Outcomes Research as its 11th member. As part of this development, President Rhea Law nominated the College of Public Healths (COPH) professor Dr. Troy Quast to be the universitys representative on the Consortium Board.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 07 Mar 2025 10:59:49 Cannabis research board gets new member from COPH堁階傭部app has joined the Consortium for Medical Marijuana Clinical Outcomes Research as its 11th member. As part of this development, President Rhea Law nominated the College of Public Healths (COPH) professor Dr. Troy Quast to be the universitys representative on the Consortium Board.a headshot of a man/health/public-health/news/2025/quast.aspxResearch and InnovationTroy QuastFrom Ghana to Florida/health/public-health/news/2025/akahoho.aspxDelaenam Akahoho, a proud double Bull alumna of 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH), has charted a path from her childhood in Accra, Ghana, to a successful career in public health. Growing up in Okeechobee, Fla., Akahohos experiences with community and public health challenges have shaped her commitment to improving health outcomes for underserved populations.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 07 Mar 2025 10:33:06 From Ghana to FloridaDelaenam Akahoho, a proud double Bull alumna of 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH), has charted a path from her childhood in Accra, Ghana, to a successful career in public health. Growing up in Okeechobee, Fla., Akahohos experiences with community and public health challenges have shaped her commitment to improving health outcomes for underserved populations.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/akahoho.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentDelaenam AkahohoCOPH participates in record-breaking research day/health/public-health/news/2025/research-day-2025.aspxMore than 500 students, residents, trainees, faculty and leaders came together for the 35th annual 堁階傭部app Health Research Day, the largest research-focused event at the 堁階傭部app and the keynote celebration of health sciences research at the four 堁階傭部app Health colleges.Fri, 07 Mar 2025 09:07:45 COPH participates in record-breaking research dayMore than 500 students, residents, trainees, faculty and leaders came together for the 35th annual 堁階傭部app Health Research Day, the largest research-focused event at the 堁階傭部app and the keynote celebration of health sciences research at the four 堁階傭部app Health colleges.students getting awards/health/public-health/news/2025/research-day-2025.aspxAwards and Honors,Research and Innovation,Student LifeEmpowering the future: COPHs Maternal and Child Health Symposium inspires change/health/public-health/news/2025/mchso-symposium-2025.aspxThe COPH's Maternal and Child Health Student Organization is set to host its annual symposium, themed Nurturing the Next Generation: A Collaborative Approach to Maternal and Child Well-Being.Caitlin KeoughFri, 07 Mar 2025 08:48:26 Empowering the future: COPHs Maternal and Child Health Symposium inspires changeThe COPH's Maternal and Child Health Student Organization is set to host its annual symposium, themed Nurturing the Next Generation: A Collaborative Approach to Maternal and Child Well-Being.mother and baby on beach/health/public-health/news/2025/mchso-symposium-2025.aspxCollege News,Student LifeMCHSO堁階傭部app Student Named 2025 Lifesavers Traffic Safety Scholar/health/public-health/news/2025/lifesaver.aspxLiaba Khan has been named a 2025 Lifesavers Traffic Safety Scholar (TSS) and will attend the Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety, March 9-11 in Long Beach, California. They are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Public Health, Social Marketing and are one of 29 U.S. students selected through a competitive application process. The Lifesavers Conference showcases the latest research, evidence-based strategies, proven countermeasures, and promising new approaches for addressing the nations most pressing traffic safety issues.Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:35:47 堁階傭部app Student Named 2025 Lifesavers Traffic Safety ScholarLiaba Khan has been named a 2025 Lifesavers Traffic Safety Scholar (TSS) and will attend the Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety, March 9-11 in Long Beach, California. They are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Public Health, Social Marketing and are one of 29 U.S. students selected through a competitive application process. The Lifesavers Conference showcases the latest research, evidence-based strategies, proven countermeasures, and promising new approaches for addressing the nations most pressing traffic safety issues.a headshot of a lady/health/public-health/news/2025/lifesaver.aspxAwards and Honors,Student LifeLiaba Khan堁階傭部app student aims to protect emergency responders/health/public-health/news/2025/logan.aspxMost of us keep our distance from people with a cold, flu, COVID-19 or other nasty conditions, but what about those who meet them up close, often under stressful circumstances? How do first responders stay healthy in otherwise unhealthy places?KURT LOFTMon, 24 Feb 2025 09:57:36 堁階傭部app student aims to protect emergency respondersMost of us keep our distance from people with a cold, flu, COVID-19 or other nasty conditions, but what about those who meet them up close, often under stressful circumstances? How do first responders stay healthy in otherwise unhealthy places?A group of people smiling/health/public-health/news/2025/logan.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student LifeBecoming a public health analyst/health/public-health/news/2025/barley.aspxYaMaya Barleys journey into becoming a double Bull at 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH) is a story of passion, perseverance and a deep commitment to improving the well-being of communities. Originally from Rochester, N.Y., but raised in Tampa, Fla., Barleys academic and professional path has been shaped by her desire to make a difference in public health.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 24 Feb 2025 09:26:31 Becoming a public health analystYaMaya Barleys journey into becoming a double Bull at 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH) is a story of passion, perseverance and a deep commitment to improving the well-being of communities. Originally from Rochester, N.Y., but raised in Tampa, Fla., Barleys academic and professional path has been shaped by her desire to make a difference in public health.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/barley.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentThe role of artificial intelligence in occupational safety and health practiceshttps://www.floridatrend.com/article/42418/the-role-of-artificial-intelligence-in-occupational-safety-and-health-practices-osh?fbclid=IwY2xjawIlgbVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHe1UJ-8a5GLl8RA0_wx9oYnHS9zZt3VgplShlAnaUtIqp2OKTkw4PEX42g_aem_SQ_kfT3ylzQ8P9-8gOCSrAIt has been feared by many that Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be taking over how we do business. However, AI has revolutionized the way businesses operate, transforming mundane tasks into efficient, data-driven processes. In todays workplace, AI is no longer a futuristic conceptits an integral part of daily operationsespecially in enhancing occupational safety and health practices.External ArticleMon, 24 Feb 2025 09:20:06 The role of artificial intelligence in occupational safety and health practicesIt has been feared by many that Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be taking over how we do business. However, AI has revolutionized the way businesses operate, transforming mundane tasks into efficient, data-driven processes. In todays workplace, AI is no longer a futuristic conceptits an integral part of daily operationsespecially in enhancing occupational safety and health practices.ai and handhttps://www.floridatrend.com/article/42418/the-role-of-artificial-intelligence-in-occupational-safety-and-health-practices-osh?fbclid=IwY2xjawIlgbVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHe1UJ-8a5GLl8RA0_wx9oYnHS9zZt3VgplShlAnaUtIqp2OKTkw4PEX42g_aem_SQ_kfT3ylzQ8P9-8gOCSrAIn the Media,堁階傭部app SafetyFloridaJ. Stephen Frost joins national panel to shape workplace safety/health/public-health/news/2025/stephen-frost.aspxJ. Stephen Frost, assistant director of the OSHA Training Institute and Education Center at the 堁階傭部app College of Public Health, has been appointed to the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health.Caitlin KeoughMon, 24 Feb 2025 09:10:32 J. Stephen Frost joins national panel to shape workplace safetyJ. Stephen Frost, assistant director of the OSHA Training Institute and Education Center at the 堁階傭部app College of Public Health, has been appointed to the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health.white man/health/public-health/news/2025/stephen-frost.aspxAwards and HonorsOSHA,Stephen FrostCOPHs Activist Lab Boot Camp powers up workforce health advocates/health/public-health/news/2025/activist-lab-bootcamp-2025.aspxThe COPH Activist Lab hosted its 7th Annual Activist Lab Boot Camp, focusing on the theme, Creating a Healthier and Safer Workforce: Be Voices for Change! The two-day event, held in collaboration with SERC, explored occupational safety, health and wellbeing.Caitlin KeoughMon, 24 Feb 2025 08:49:41 COPHs Activist Lab Boot Camp powers up workforce health advocatesThe COPH Activist Lab hosted its 7th Annual Activist Lab Boot Camp, focusing on the theme, Creating a Healthier and Safer Workforce: Be Voices for Change! The two-day event, held in collaboration with SERC, explored occupational safety, health and wellbeing.construction workers learning basic safety/health/public-health/news/2025/activist-lab-bootcamp-2025.aspxCollege News,Community EngagementA night to remember: Join the COPH in celebrating 40 years of public health excellence/health/public-health/news/2025/40-anniversary-celebration.aspxCelebrate 40 years of excellence with the College of Public Health at our 40th Anniversary event, hosted at the stunning 20-acre, lakefront Mision Lago Estate on Lake Thonotosassa and just minutes from 堁階傭部app's Tampa campus.Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:52:01 A night to remember: Join the COPH in celebrating 40 years of public health excellenceCelebrate 40 years of excellence with the College of Public Health at our 40th Anniversary event, hosted at the stunning 20-acre, lakefront Mision Lago Estate on Lake Thonotosassa and just minutes from 堁階傭部app's Tampa campus.40 years/health/public-health/news/2025/40-anniversary-celebration.aspxCollege NewsCOPH launches new departments to advance education and research/health/public-health/news/2025/coph-departments.aspxFollowing months of planning and extensive faculty collaboration, the COPH received unanimous approval from the 堁階傭部app Faculty Senate to reorganize and reestablish its academic departments. This significant achievement marks a new chapter in the colleges commitment to excellence in public health education, research and practice.Caitlin KeoughMon, 10 Feb 2025 08:13:14 COPH launches new departments to advance education and researchFollowing months of planning and extensive faculty collaboration, the COPH received unanimous approval from the 堁階傭部app Faculty Senate to reorganize and reestablish its academic departments. This significant achievement marks a new chapter in the colleges commitment to excellence in public health education, research and practice.college building/health/public-health/news/2025/coph-departments.aspxCollege News堁階傭部app student strives to make our world healthier/health/public-health/news/2025/colombo.aspxMost people run from the topic of infectious diseases. Melanie Colombo embraces it.KURT LOFTFri, 07 Feb 2025 14:42:49 堁階傭部app student strives to make our world healthierMost people run from the topic of infectious diseases. Melanie Colombo embraces it.a woman smiling/health/public-health/news/2025/colombo.aspxStudent Life堁階傭部app researchers publish new genetic map of essential targets to defeat malaria/health/public-health/news/2025/malaria.aspxMalaria is an insidious disease, often slipping past our best defenses and killing an estimated 600,000 people a year around the world 75 percent of whom are children barely five years old.KURT LOFTFri, 07 Feb 2025 14:28:14 堁階傭部app researchers publish new genetic map of essential targets to defeat malariaMalaria is an insidious disease, often slipping past our best defenses and killing an estimated 600,000 people a year around the world 75 percent of whom are children barely five years old.A look through the microscope at malaria parasite Plasmodium knowlesi, a representative of the most geographically wide-spread malaria parasites, in human blood. The parasites are the dark-colored structures inside the cells. /health/public-health/news/2025/malaria.aspxResearch and Innovation堁階傭部app honors two COPH teams for outstanding excellence/health/public-health/news/2025/awards.aspxEach year, the 堁階傭部app recognizes employees who demonstrate "above and beyond" performance excellence and uphold the core values of 堁階傭部app's Strategic Plan, in pursuit of excellence, with the Outstanding Staff Awards. This year, two teams from 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH) were celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the universitys success--the Family Study Center (FSC) and the COPH Lifelong Learning Academy (LLA).Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 07 Feb 2025 13:34:35 堁階傭部app honors two COPH teams for outstanding excellenceEach year, the 堁階傭部app recognizes employees who demonstrate "above and beyond" performance excellence and uphold the core values of 堁階傭部app's Strategic Plan, in pursuit of excellence, with the Outstanding Staff Awards. This year, two teams from 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH) were celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the universitys success--the Family Study Center (FSC) and the COPH Lifelong Learning Academy (LLA).outstanding award graphic/health/public-health/news/2025/awards.aspxAwards and HonorsGiving the green light to transportation safety/health/public-health/news/2025/peerzada.aspxSophia Peerzadas path to 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH), and ultimately a transportation safety specialist for the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), is one marked by unexpected crossroads, strategic detours and a clear dedication to the cause of public health.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 07 Feb 2025 00:54:37 Giving the green light to transportation safetySophia Peerzadas path to 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH), and ultimately a transportation safety specialist for the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), is one marked by unexpected crossroads, strategic detours and a clear dedication to the cause of public health.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/peerzada.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentFrom DrPH classmates to colleagues/health/public-health/news/2025/drph.aspxShawn Moloney and Nicole Ayres first crossed paths as classmates in the doctor of public health and clinical laboratory science program at 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH). Despite coming from different backgroundsMoloney, originally from Kansas, and Ayres, from Jefferson City, Mo.the two quickly bonded over their shared passion for laboratory science and public health.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 07 Feb 2025 00:34:33 From DrPH classmates to colleaguesShawn Moloney and Nicole Ayres first crossed paths as classmates in the doctor of public health and clinical laboratory science program at 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH). Despite coming from different backgroundsMoloney, originally from Kansas, and Ayres, from Jefferson City, Mo.the two quickly bonded over their shared passion for laboratory science and public health.a lab scientist/health/public-health/news/2025/drph.aspxStudent LifeCOPH professor publishes essential guide for health services management/health/public-health/news/2025/health-services-management-guide.aspxDr. Zachary Pruitt released Health Services Management: Competencies and Careers, a comprehensive resource designed to equip students and professionals with the skills needed to succeed in the evolving health care industry.Caitlin KeoughThu, 06 Feb 2025 13:27:52 COPH professor publishes essential guide for health services managementDr. Zachary Pruitt released Health Services Management: Competencies and Careers, a comprehensive resource designed to equip students and professionals with the skills needed to succeed in the evolving health care industry.堁階傭部app: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2025/health-services-management-guide.aspxAlumni and Development,College NewsDon't Let This Happen to You: Essential Fall Protection Tips and OSHA Insights Unveiled./health/public-health/news/2025/wwwtp-january-2025.aspxA simple mistake on a residential roof could lead to life-threatening injuries. Discover the critical OSHA regulations that protect workers and the swift actions taken to ensure safety.William TomlinFri, 31 Jan 2025 14:54:41 Don't Let This Happen to You: Essential Fall Protection Tips and OSHA Insights Unveiled.A simple mistake on a residential roof could lead to life-threatening injuries. Discover the critical OSHA regulations that protect workers and the swift actions taken to ensure safety.An employee was seen working on a residential roof truss over 6 feet high without proper fall protection. He had tied a rope to the D-ring on his harness and secured the other end to a roof truss./health/public-health/news/2025/wwwtp-january-2025.aspx堁階傭部app SafetyFloridaFostering a Safe and Compliant Workplace: The Importance of Safety Training/health/public-health/news/2025/cc-january-2025.aspxEffective safety training fosters a safe and compliant workplace, reduces accidents, ensures OSHA compliance, and enhances productivity. Employers should prioritize safety training, plan carefully, and continuously evaluate its effectiveness to maintain high safety standards.Noel McCatty Jr., BScTue, 28 Jan 2025 15:31:37 Fostering a Safe and Compliant Workplace: The Importance of Safety TrainingEffective safety training fosters a safe and compliant workplace, reduces accidents, ensures OSHA compliance, and enhances productivity. Employers should prioritize safety training, plan carefully, and continuously evaluate its effectiveness to maintain high safety standards.Compliance rule regulation graphic interface for business quality policy./health/public-health/news/2025/cc-january-2025.aspx堁階傭部app SafetyFloridaEmily Walsh makes history as the first student awarded with the Vincent Jackson Community Champion Award/health/public-health/news/2025/walsh.aspxEmily Walsh is a recent graduate from the 堁階傭部app College of Public Health (COPH) with a BSPH and a double minor in women and gender studies and global studies in diversity and education.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 24 Jan 2025 14:50:55 Emily Walsh makes history as the first student awarded with the Vincent Jackson Community Champion AwardEmily Walsh is a recent graduate from the 堁階傭部app College of Public Health (COPH) with a BSPH and a double minor in women and gender studies and global studies in diversity and education.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/walsh.aspxAwards and Honors,Student Life堁階傭部app consultation program helps businesses play it safe in the workplace/health/public-health/news/2025/safety.aspxLets say you open a small business in Tampa, with a dozen employees. Whats the first thing you need to be concerned about? A return on your investment? How about the safety of your people.KURT LOFTFri, 24 Jan 2025 11:41:57 堁階傭部app consultation program helps businesses play it safe in the workplaceLets say you open a small business in Tampa, with a dozen employees. Whats the first thing you need to be concerned about? A return on your investment? How about the safety of your people.two men talking/health/public-health/news/2025/safety.aspxCommunity EngagementSafetyFlorida堁階傭部app study brainstorms the good and bad of AI in curriculum design/health/public-health/news/2025/ai.aspxIt seems you cant get through a day without seeing or reading something about artificial intelligence (AI), which tackles an ever-increasing variety of functions, from simple search engines to complex theoretical forecasts.KURT LOFTFri, 24 Jan 2025 11:19:42 堁階傭部app study brainstorms the good and bad of AI in curriculum designIt seems you cant get through a day without seeing or reading something about artificial intelligence (AI), which tackles an ever-increasing variety of functions, from simple search engines to complex theoretical forecasts.three people and a poster/health/public-health/news/2025/ai.aspxResearch and InnovationH5N1: How worried should we be?/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxExperts from 堁階傭部app Health and the Global Virus Network discuss the current avian influenza outbreak in poultry, dairy cattle and wild birds.External ArticleWed, 22 Jan 2025 16:01:25 H5N1: How worried should we be?Experts from 堁階傭部app Health and the Global Virus Network discuss the current avian influenza outbreak in poultry, dairy cattle and wild birds.h5n1/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxResearch and Innovation堁階傭部app public health expert reflects on COVID-19 in the U.S. after five yearshttps://health.wusf.usf.edu/health-news-florida/2025-01-20/usf-public-health-expert-reflects-on-covid-19-in-the-u-s-after-five-yearsIt's hard to believe its been five years since the first COVID-19 case was reported in the United States. The COPH's Dr. Donna Petersen, professor and former dean, played a pivotal role in Tampa Bay's response. From early shutdowns to vaccine rollouts, her insights on collaboration, challenges and lessons learned offer valuable takeaways for future public health crises.External ArticleWed, 22 Jan 2025 15:58:55 堁階傭部app public health expert reflects on COVID-19 in the U.S. after five yearsIt's hard to believe its been five years since the first COVID-19 case was reported in the United States. The COPH's Dr. Donna Petersen, professor and former dean, played a pivotal role in Tampa Bay's response. From early shutdowns to vaccine rollouts, her insights on collaboration, challenges and lessons learned offer valuable takeaways for future public health crises.man in hazmat suit getting temperature of man in carhttps://health.wusf.usf.edu/health-news-florida/2025-01-20/usf-public-health-expert-reflects-on-covid-19-in-the-u-s-after-five-yearsIn the Media2024: A transformative year for COPH/health/public-health/news/2025/2024recap.aspxThe past year brought transformative changes to the COPH, marked by impactful advancements in leadership, community engagement and technology. These developments highlighted COPH's dedication to improving public health outcomes both locally and globally.Caitlin KeoughMon, 13 Jan 2025 10:29:25 2024: A transformative year for COPHThe past year brought transformative changes to the COPH, marked by impactful advancements in leadership, community engagement and technology. These developments highlighted COPH's dedication to improving public health outcomes both locally and globally.COPH building/health/public-health/news/2025/2024recap.aspxCollege NewsA triple Bulls path to global public health leadership/health/public-health/news/2025/campos.aspxOriginally from Naples, Fla., Adriana Campos is the daughter of Ecuadorian immigrant parents and a triple Bull, earning all of her degrees from the 堁階傭部app College of Public Health (COPH).Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 13 Jan 2025 08:16:17 A triple Bulls path to global public health leadershipOriginally from Naples, Fla., Adriana Campos is the daughter of Ecuadorian immigrant parents and a triple Bull, earning all of her degrees from the 堁階傭部app College of Public Health (COPH).a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/campos.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentAdriana CamposNew COPH dean embraces local and global challenges facing public health/health/public-health/news/2025/welcomedean.aspxAs Dr. Sten Vermund, MD, PhD, takes over this month as the new dean of 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH), he brings more than deep experience in infectious disease epidemiology and prevention. The whirlwind of global change in disease, climate, technology, politics and economies is reshaping the future of health and exposing new challenges that he believes should be confronted head on.KURT LOFTFri, 10 Jan 2025 16:08:59 New COPH dean embraces local and global challenges facing public healthAs Dr. Sten Vermund, MD, PhD, takes over this month as the new dean of 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH), he brings more than deep experience in infectious disease epidemiology and prevention. The whirlwind of global change in disease, climate, technology, politics and economies is reshaping the future of health and exposing new challenges that he believes should be confronted head on.a headshot of a man/health/public-health/news/2025/welcomedean.aspxCollege NewsSten Vermund堁階傭部app professor shines light on mens often misunderstood roles in maternal support in Senegal/health/public-health/news/2025/powis.aspxHow do women and men in poor countries educate themselves about pregnancy and childbirth? Do health care organizations give them enough accurate information to bring a baby safely into the world? Just as important, what are the roles of the mother and father in the delivery of a newborn?KURT LOFTFri, 10 Jan 2025 15:10:43 堁階傭部app professor shines light on mens often misunderstood roles in maternal support in SenegalHow do women and men in poor countries educate themselves about pregnancy and childbirth? Do health care organizations give them enough accurate information to bring a baby safely into the world? Just as important, what are the roles of the mother and father in the delivery of a newborn?A father and young child. /health/public-health/news/2025/powis.aspxResearch and InnovationDr. Deanna Wathington named president of APHAhttps://www.apha.org/about-apha/executive-board-and-staff/apha-executive-board/deanna-wathingtonThe COPH's Dr. Deanna J. Wathington was named president of the American Public Health Association. She brings over 25 years of practice and academic experience in the field with emphasis on collaboration across multiple sectors to address and optimize community health.External ArticleFri, 10 Jan 2025 14:51:19 Dr. Deanna Wathington named president of APHAThe COPH's Dr. Deanna J. Wathington was named president of the American Public Health Association. She brings over 25 years of practice and academic experience in the field with emphasis on collaboration across multiple sectors to address and optimize community health.older black woman smilinghttps://www.apha.org/about-apha/executive-board-and-staff/apha-executive-board/deanna-wathingtonAwards and HonorsFirst-year students explore careers in the communityhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/innovation-scholars-students-explore-careers.aspxAs a health sciences major hoping to become a physical therapist, Tongta Vachara knew it would be challenging to gain professional experience. So, when she heard about the Innovation Scholars Career Exploration Program, she immediately signed up.External ArticleFri, 10 Jan 2025 14:46:26 First-year students explore careers in the communityAs a health sciences major hoping to become a physical therapist, Tongta Vachara knew it would be challenging to gain professional experience. So, when she heard about the Innovation Scholars Career Exploration Program, she immediately signed up.two women smiling for selfiehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/innovation-scholars-students-explore-careers.aspxStudent LifeHow to stick to your New Years resolutions according to 堁階傭部app Health experts/news/2024/how-to-stick-to-your-new-years-resolutions-according-to-usf-health-experts.aspxAs the new year begins, many of us turn to resolutions aimed at improving our health and well-being. While getting more sleep, exercise and better nutrition are some of the most common goals, they can also be challenging to maintain. 堁階傭部app Health researchers are sharing ways to hold yourself accountable and not give up on your resolutions this year.External ArticleFri, 10 Jan 2025 14:44:27 How to stick to your New Years resolutions according to 堁階傭部app Health expertsAs the new year begins, many of us turn to resolutions aimed at improving our health and well-being. While getting more sleep, exercise and better nutrition are some of the most common goals, they can also be challenging to maintain. 堁階傭部app Health researchers are sharing ways to hold yourself accountable and not give up on your resolutions this year.man tying shoe/news/2024/how-to-stick-to-your-new-years-resolutions-according-to-usf-health-experts.aspxResearch and InnovationCOPH honors 514 graduates both virtually and in person/health/public-health/news/2024/fallgrad24.aspxThe 堁階傭部app College of Public Health (COPH) celebrated the 2024 fall graduates virtually and in person on December 13.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 16 Dec 2024 14:18:49 COPH honors 514 graduates both virtually and in personThe 堁階傭部app College of Public Health (COPH) celebrated the 2024 fall graduates virtually and in person on December 13.a table of gifts/health/public-health/news/2024/fallgrad24.aspxStudent LifeFrom Black Robe to White Coat, a chance to learn from each other/health/delivering-health-excellence/2024/black-robe-2024.aspx堁階傭部app Health faculty members and students met last week with local lawyers and judges for the 20th annual Black Robe Day.External ArticleMon, 16 Dec 2024 09:09:40 From Black Robe to White Coat, a chance to learn from each other堁階傭部app Health faculty members and students met last week with local lawyers and judges for the 20th annual Black Robe Day.man putting white coat on another man/health/delivering-health-excellence/2024/black-robe-2024.aspxCommunity EngagementCOPH student presents study on hazards of artificial turf/health/public-health/news/2024/turf.aspxAthletes might worry about their safety when they set foot on a field, but not because of the surface itself. After all, its just a bunch of sod, right?KURT LOFTWed, 11 Dec 2024 18:11:53 COPH student presents study on hazards of artificial turfAthletes might worry about their safety when they set foot on a field, but not because of the surface itself. After all, its just a bunch of sod, right?a person posing with a poster/health/public-health/news/2024/turf.aspxResearch and InnovationHusena RajkotwalaNew report by COPH researchers outlines effort to eliminate leprosy from Ecuador/health/public-health/news/2024/leprosy.aspxMost of us think of leprosy as an ancient disease, the afflicted banished to colonies cut off from society. It still lingers today, but is being cornered, treated and cured through creative medical approaches.KURT LOFTWed, 11 Dec 2024 17:56:55 New report by COPH researchers outlines effort to eliminate leprosy from EcuadorMost of us think of leprosy as an ancient disease, the afflicted banished to colonies cut off from society. It still lingers today, but is being cornered, treated and cured through creative medical approaches.a headshot of a man/health/public-health/news/2024/leprosy.aspxResearch and InnovationSantiago Hernandez BojorgeAmruta Bollineni: A commitment to accessible health care/health/public-health/news/2024/amruta.aspxFor Amruta Bollineni, a concurrent degree student at 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH), public health is more than a field of studyits a lifelong passion fueled by personal experiences and a drive to create meaningful change.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthWed, 11 Dec 2024 17:38:19 Amruta Bollineni: A commitment to accessible health careFor Amruta Bollineni, a concurrent degree student at 堁階傭部apps College of Public Health (COPH), public health is more than a field of studyits a lifelong passion fueled by personal experiences and a drive to create meaningful change.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2024/amruta.aspxStudent LifeAmruta Bollineni