/health/public-health/news/Recent posts from Public Health Newsen-usWed, 05 Feb 2025 07:51:20 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/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�������Թϱ���SafetyFlorida/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�������Թϱ���SafetyFlorida/health/public-health/news/2025/walsh.aspxEmily Walsh is a recent graduate from the �������Թϱ���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 �������Թϱ���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/health/public-health/news/2025/safety.aspxLet’s say you open a small business in Tampa, with a dozen employees. What’s 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 �������Թϱ���consultation program helps businesses play it safe in the workplaceLet’s say you open a small business in Tampa, with a dozen employees. What’s 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/health/public-health/news/2025/ai.aspxIt seems you can’t 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 �������Թϱ���study brainstorms the good and bad of AI in curriculum designIt seems you can’t 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 Innovation/health/news/2025/h5n1-update.aspxExperts from �������Թϱ���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 �������Թϱ���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 Innovationhttps://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 it’s 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 �������Թϱ���public health expert reflects on COVID-19 in the U.S. after five yearsIt's hard to believe it’s 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 Media/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 News/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 �������Թϱ���College of Public Health (COPH).Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 13 Jan 2025 08:16:17 A triple Bull’s 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 �������Թϱ���College of Public Health (COPH).a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/campos.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentAdriana Campos/health/public-health/news/2025/welcomedean.aspxAs Dr. Sten Vermund, MD, PhD, takes over this month as the new dean of USF’s 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 USF’s 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/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 �������Թϱ���professor shines light on men’s 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 Innovationhttps://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 Honorshttps://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 Life/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. �������Թϱ���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 Year’s resolutions according to �������Թϱ���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. �������Թϱ���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 Innovation/health/public-health/news/2024/fallgrad24.aspxThe �������Թϱ���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 �������Թϱ���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 Life/health/delivering-health-excellence/2024/black-robe-2024.aspx�������Թϱ���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�������Թϱ���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 Engagement/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, it’s 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, it’s just a bunch of sod, right?a person posing with a poster/health/public-health/news/2024/turf.aspxResearch and InnovationHusena Rajkotwala/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 Bojorge/health/public-health/news/2024/amruta.aspxFor Amruta Bollineni, a concurrent degree student at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH), public health is more than a field of study—it’s 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 USF’s College of Public Health (COPH), public health is more than a field of study—it’s 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/health/public-health/news/2024/lifestyle-medicine-spotlight.aspxThe COPH is contributing to the growing field of lifestyle medicine, which focuses on addressing chronic health conditions through evidence-based practices. The college’s initiatives include research, training and community partnerships aimed at improving public health and wellness.Caitlin KeoughWed, 11 Dec 2024 15:45:32 Advancing lifestyle medicine: A spotlight on COPH initiativesThe COPH is contributing to the growing field of lifestyle medicine, which focuses on addressing chronic health conditions through evidence-based practices. The college’s initiatives include research, training and community partnerships aimed at improving public health and wellness.two women in front of poster/health/public-health/news/2024/lifestyle-medicine-spotlight.aspxAwards and Honors,College News,Research and Innovation/news/2024/hurricane-forum.aspxWith hurricane season officially over, the �������Թϱ��� hosted leaders from across Tampa Bay for a series of panel discussions about how the area responded to Debby, Helene and Milton and how they could be better prepared in the coming years.External ArticleWed, 11 Dec 2024 14:02:19 �������Թϱ���brings together regional emergency responders to evaluate recent hurricane preparedness, recoveryWith hurricane season officially over, the �������Թϱ��� hosted leaders from across Tampa Bay for a series of panel discussions about how the area responded to Debby, Helene and Milton and how they could be better prepared in the coming years.woman speaking to audience/news/2024/hurricane-forum.aspxCommunity Engagement/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxThe milestone comes during USF’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.External ArticleWed, 11 Dec 2024 13:58:19 �������Թϱ���sets new record with $738 million in research fundingThe milestone comes during USF’s first full fiscal year as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and helps demonstrate its impact as one of the nation’s most research-intensive institutions. The new record brings the university closer to reaching its goal of securing $1 billion in annual research funding.two students doing research/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxResearch and Innovation/health/news/2024/usf-hosts-covid-retrospective.aspxNearly five years on from the COVID-19 pandemic, citizens and scientists alike continue to wrestle with polarizing questions about the public health response. �������Թϱ���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.External ArticleWed, 11 Dec 2024 13:54:12 �������Թϱ���Health models civic dialogue, free speech at COVID Conversations conferenceNearly five years on from the COVID-19 pandemic, citizens and scientists alike continue to wrestle with polarizing questions about the public health response. �������Թϱ���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.woman in front of audience/health/news/2024/usf-hosts-covid-retrospective.aspxCommunity Engagement/news/inside-usf-podcast/Welcome to “Inside USF: The Podcast,” created especially for �������Թϱ��� faculty, staff and alumni. Meet Dr. Sten Vermund! He brings decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience to the �������Թϱ���Health College of Public Health, which he will lead beginning in January.External ArticleMon, 02 Dec 2024 00:14:50 Inside USF: Meet the new dean of the �������Թϱ���College of Public HealthWelcome to “Inside USF: The Podcast,” created especially for �������Թϱ��� faculty, staff and alumni. Meet Dr. Sten Vermund! He brings decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience to the �������Թϱ���Health College of Public Health, which he will lead beginning in January.new dean/news/inside-usf-podcast/College News/health/public-health/news/2024/apha-research.aspxStudents 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.Caitlin KeoughMon, 25 Nov 2024 10:07:16 COPH students and alumni shine at APHA 2024 with prestigious awards and groundbreaking researchStudents 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.group/health/public-health/news/2024/apha-research.aspxCollege News/health/public-health/news/2024/stefania.aspxFor Stefania Alastre Arcusa, life has been a series of challenges and triumphs that led her to USF’s 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.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 25 Nov 2024 08:26:19 The journey of one alumna defined by perseverance and purposeFor Stefania Alastre Arcusa, life has been a series of challenges and triumphs that led her to USF’s 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.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2024/stefania.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentStefania Alastre Arcusahttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-researchers-begin-first-lifespan-study-on-the-effects-of-digital-media-use.aspxA 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.External ArticleFri, 22 Nov 2024 15:07:06 �������Թϱ���researchers begin first lifespan study on the effects of digital media useA 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.boys playing video games on phonehttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-researchers-begin-first-lifespan-study-on-the-effects-of-digital-media-use.aspxResearch and Innovation/health/public-health/news/2024/drabiak.aspxMisinformation 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?Kurt LoftFri, 22 Nov 2024 10:16:58 New study by �������Թϱ���professor focuses on role of state medical boards and the spread of misinformationMisinformation 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?a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2024/drabiak.aspxResearch and InnovationKatherine Drabiak/health/public-health/news/2024/wwwtp-november-2024.aspxCutting 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.Linette Pruna Padilla, MSIHTue, 19 Nov 2024 20:05:54 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.A worker is cutting roof tiles under a cloud of dust./health/public-health/news/2024/wwwtp-november-2024.aspx�������Թϱ���SafetyFlorida/health/public-health/news/2024/cc-november-2024.aspxExplore 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.Clarence Rodrigues, PhD, PE, CSP, CPETue, 19 Nov 2024 09:21:09 The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Enhancing Safety as a Core ValueExplore 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.Emotional Intelligence, EI or control feeling and emotion with logical thinking brain, empathy or social skill, self control or balance concept, man connect heart feeling with logical thinking brain./health/public-health/news/2024/cc-november-2024.aspx�������Թϱ���SafetyFlorida/health/public-health/news/2024/embracing-ergonomics-for-a-healthier-workplace.aspxAs 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.Brian L. Warrick, PhD, CSP, CIHWed, 13 Nov 2024 00:28:04 Embracing Ergonomics for a Healthier WorkplaceAs 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.Closeup woman holding her wrist pain from using computer. Office syndrome hand pain by occupational disease./health/public-health/news/2024/embracing-ergonomics-for-a-healthier-workplace.aspx�������Թϱ���SafetyFlorida/health/public-health/news/2024/cragun.aspxThe 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.Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:14:53 Championing the intersection of genetics and compassion in health careThe 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.A group of people smiling/health/public-health/news/2024/cragun.aspxAlumni and Development,College News/health/public-health/news/2024/broxterman.aspxAir Force 1st Lt. Brooke Broxterman’s journey to USF’s 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.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthTue, 12 Nov 2024 00:47:59 Brooke Broxterman: Charting a course in public health and the Air ForceAir Force 1st Lt. Brooke Broxterman’s journey to USF’s 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.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2024/broxterman.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentBrooke Broxterman/health/public-health/news/2024/apha-2024.aspxFrom 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.Caitlin Keough and Elizabeth BannonFri, 08 Nov 2024 14:01:42 COPH shines at APHA, showcasing expertise, climate leadership and community spiritFrom 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.three people posing in a frame/health/public-health/news/2024/apha-2024.aspxCollege NewsAPHA,Activist Lab,Donna Petersen,Jaime Corvin,Jay Wolfson,Karen Liller,Sten Vermund/health/public-health/news/2024/transportation.aspxMarketers want to get inside your mind − literally. That’s the focus of a multi-disciplinary study by USF’s College of Public Health (COPH), Center for Urban Transportation Research (CUTR) in the College of Engineering and MUMA College of Business. Working with agencies in the public sector the group focused on the use of neuromarketing to test marketing materials and how people respond to messaging about certain needs, in this case, transportation options.Kurt LoftFri, 08 Nov 2024 13:00:48 �������Թϱ���team wins social marketing award for transportation study on benefits of neuromarketing in enhancing consumer informationMarketers want to get inside your mind − literally. That’s the focus of a multi-disciplinary study by USF’s College of Public Health (COPH), Center for Urban Transportation Research (CUTR) in the College of Engineering and MUMA College of Business. Working with agencies in the public sector the group focused on the use of neuromarketing to test marketing materials and how people respond to messaging about certain needs, in this case, transportation options.5 people smiling/health/public-health/news/2024/transportation.aspxAwards and Honorshttps://www.wusf.org/politics-issues/2024-10-30/two-tampa-brothers-share-experience-growing-up-undocumentedCOPH student Diego Dulanto Falcon and his brother, Leo, discuss with W�������Թϱ���the fraught ways their immigration status marked their childhood, and how they carved a path forward.External ArticleFri, 08 Nov 2024 00:28:15 Two brothers in Tampa share their experience growing up undocumentedCOPH student Diego Dulanto Falcon and his brother, Leo, discuss with W�������Թϱ���the fraught ways their immigration status marked their childhood, and how they carved a path forward.two men speaking with mics in a recording studiohttps://www.wusf.org/politics-issues/2024-10-30/two-tampa-brothers-share-experience-growing-up-undocumentedIn the Media,Student Life/health/news/2024/usf-volunteers-hurricane-disaster-relief.aspxAs Tampa Bay endured the historic impacts of two major hurricanes in quick succession, volunteers from across �������Թϱ���and �������Թϱ���Health came together to provide essential services and support to the region through the �������Թϱ���Community Emergency Response Team.External ArticleFri, 08 Nov 2024 00:22:59 �������Թϱ���volunteers support Tampa Bay through hurricane disaster reliefAs Tampa Bay endured the historic impacts of two major hurricanes in quick succession, volunteers from across �������Թϱ���and �������Թϱ���Health came together to provide essential services and support to the region through the �������Թϱ���Community Emergency Response Team.students helping with hurricane relief/health/news/2024/usf-volunteers-hurricane-disaster-relief.aspxCollege NewsCERT,hurricane/health/public-health/news/2024/burnout.aspxAfter Hurricane Helene sent its storm surge into Florida’s west coast in late September, local emergency responders and health care workers pulled long hours on the job. Then came Hurricane Milton right behind it, with Category 3 winds and rains wreaking havoc not just to property, but the patience and nerves of those same exhausted crews.Kurt LoftThu, 07 Nov 2024 16:19:31 In new study, �������Թϱ���researchers focus on occupational burnout from hurricanes and COVIDAfter Hurricane Helene sent its storm surge into Florida’s west coast in late September, local emergency responders and health care workers pulled long hours on the job. Then came Hurricane Milton right behind it, with Category 3 winds and rains wreaking havoc not just to property, but the patience and nerves of those same exhausted crews.a person with her head in her hands at their work desk/health/public-health/news/2024/burnout.aspxResearch and Innovation/news/2024/usf-rallies-to-support-community-through-hurricane-milton-recovery-efforts.aspx�������Թϱ���is stepping up to support the Tampa Bay community in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Through initiatives such as the Tampa Bay Strong campaign, the �������Թϱ���Medical Response Unit and the Community Emergency Response Team, �������Թϱ���is helping residents recover and rebuild.External ArticleMon, 28 Oct 2024 10:26:11 �������Թϱ���rallies to support community through Hurricane Milton recovery efforts�������Թϱ���is stepping up to support the Tampa Bay community in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Through initiatives such as the Tampa Bay Strong campaign, the �������Թϱ���Medical Response Unit and the Community Emergency Response Team, �������Թϱ���is helping residents recover and rebuild.�������Թϱ���: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/usf-rallies-to-support-community-through-hurricane-milton-recovery-efforts.aspxCollege NewsHurricane Milton/health/public-health/news/2024/sunshine-erc.aspxThe COPH's Sunshine Education and Research Center has undergone a reorganization, reflecting a shift towards a more interdisciplinary approach in the field of occupational safety, health and wellness.Caitlin KeoughMon, 28 Oct 2024 09:41:54 Sunshine ERC reorganizes, embraces interdisciplinary approach for worker health and safetyThe COPH's Sunshine Education and Research Center has undergone a reorganization, reflecting a shift towards a more interdisciplinary approach in the field of occupational safety, health and wellness.group of people/health/public-health/news/2024/sunshine-erc.aspxCollege NewsActivist Lab,DrPH,Jennifer Marshall,Karen Liller,Social Marketing,Sunshine ERC,Thomas Bernard/health/public-health/news/2024/open-enrollment.aspxAs the health insurance open enrollment period approaches from November 1, 2024 through January 15, 2025, Navigators from Florida Covering Kids & Families are gearing up to provide crucial, free assistance to Floridians navigating their health insurance options.Caitlin KeoughMon, 28 Oct 2024 08:57:47 �������Թϱ���Navigators ready to assist during health insurance open enrollment periodAs the health insurance open enrollment period approaches from November 1, 2024 through January 15, 2025, Navigators from Florida Covering Kids & Families are gearing up to provide crucial, free assistance to Floridians navigating their health insurance options.two men pointing at poster/health/public-health/news/2024/open-enrollment.aspxCollege NewsCovering Florida,Florida Covering Kids and Families,Xonjenese Jacobs,open enrollment/health/public-health/news/2024/dugat.aspxDr. Vickie Dugat is a �������Թϱ���College of Public Health post-doctoral scholar celebrating earning the Top 20 Under 40 Young Haitian-American Professionals for 2024 from the Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 25 Oct 2024 09:23:59 Championing health equity: Dr. Vickie Dugat Named Top 20 Under 40 Haitian-American Professional for 2024Dr. Vickie Dugat is a �������Թϱ���College of Public Health post-doctoral scholar celebrating earning the Top 20 Under 40 Young Haitian-American Professionals for 2024 from the Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida.�������Թϱ���: A Preeminent Research University/health/public-health/news/2024/dugat.aspxAwards and Honors/health/public-health/news/2024/ai.aspxShould a student use artificial intelligence (AI) to complete an essay, and if so, how can instructors teach the traditional skills of good writing?Kurt LoftThu, 24 Oct 2024 10:01:02 Write or wrong? �������Թϱ���instructor addresses the use of AI in college writing assignmentsShould a student use artificial intelligence (AI) to complete an essay, and if so, how can instructors teach the traditional skills of good writing?a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2024/ai.aspxResearch and Innovation/health/public-health/news/2024/durfey.aspxOriginally from a small town south of Atlanta, second-year �������Թϱ���College of Public Health (COPH) doctoral student Alyssa Hughes Durfey has traveled the US in pursuit of her education and career for the last 11 years.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 14 Oct 2024 10:29:13 Scientist and storyteller: A student’s mission to promote public health through children's booksOriginally from a small town south of Atlanta, second-year �������Թϱ���College of Public Health (COPH) doctoral student Alyssa Hughes Durfey has traveled the US in pursuit of her education and career for the last 11 years.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2024/durfey.aspxStudent Life/health/public-health/news/2024/stormrisk.aspxFloridians know from experience the trials of evacuating from a life-threatening storm, as witnessed recently when hurricane Helene ravaged the west coast and made landfall in the Panhandle.KURT LOFTMon, 14 Oct 2024 09:35:44 COPH researchers study storm risk perceptions and COVID transmissionFloridians know from experience the trials of evacuating from a life-threatening storm, as witnessed recently when hurricane Helene ravaged the west coast and made landfall in the Panhandle.a hurricane and Florida/health/public-health/news/2024/stormrisk.aspxResearch and Innovation/news/2024/usf-students-employees-mobilize-for-hurricane-helene-recovery-efforts.aspxIn the wake of the hurricane, the �������Թϱ��� continues to demonstrate a powerful commitment to community – mobilizing students, faculty and staff across Tampa Bay. While there’s much work to be done, many of these efforts began before the historic storm surge devastated parts of the region.External ArticleMon, 14 Oct 2024 09:07:33 �������Թϱ���community mobilizes for Hurricane Helene recoveryIn the wake of the hurricane, the �������Թϱ��� continues to demonstrate a powerful commitment to community – mobilizing students, faculty and staff across Tampa Bay. While there’s much work to be done, many of these efforts began before the historic storm surge devastated parts of the region.students picking up after Hurricane Helene/news/2024/usf-students-employees-mobilize-for-hurricane-helene-recovery-efforts.aspxCollege Newshurricane helene/news/2024/us-news-ranks-usf-a-top-50-public-university-for-the-sixth-consecutive-year.aspxOver the past decade, �������Թϱ���has risen an impressive 39 spots among public universities from No. 84 to No. 45, and 65 spots among all universities, from No. 156 to No. 91.External ArticleMon, 14 Oct 2024 09:04:39 U.S. News ranks �������Թϱ���a top 50 public university, best value among all Florida universitiesOver the past decade, �������Թϱ���has risen an impressive 39 spots among public universities from No. 84 to No. 45, and 65 spots among all universities, from No. 156 to No. 91.�������Թϱ���: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/us-news-ranks-usf-a-top-50-public-university-for-the-sixth-consecutive-year.aspxCollege Newshttps://www.healio.com/news/womens-health-ob-gyn/20240828/premature-menopause-may-negate-longevity-benefit-of-women-vs-menMenopause onset before age 40 years appears to negate a longevity benefit women typically have over men, particularly among women who also undergo hormone therapy, researchers reported.External ArticleMon, 14 Oct 2024 08:55:36 Premature menopause may negate ‘longevity benefit’ of women vs. menMenopause onset before age 40 years appears to negate a longevity benefit women typically have over men, particularly among women who also undergo hormone therapy, researchers reported.woman sitting in grasshttps://www.healio.com/news/womens-health-ob-gyn/20240828/premature-menopause-may-negate-longevity-benefit-of-women-vs-menResearch and InnovationZailing Xing,menopause/research-innovation/news/2024/florida-research-data-consortium-will-offer-usf-researchers-detailed-access-to-federal-data.aspxThe �������Թϱ��� joined the Florida Research Data Center network on Tuesday, October 1, enabling �������Թϱ���researchers to access detailed data gathered by the U.S. Census Bureau and 15 other federal agencies.External ArticleMon, 14 Oct 2024 08:50:21 Florida Research Data Center network will offer �������Թϱ���researchers detailed access to federal dataThe �������Թϱ��� joined the Florida Research Data Center network on Tuesday, October 1, enabling �������Թϱ���researchers to access detailed data gathered by the U.S. Census Bureau and 15 other federal agencies.FLRDC logo/research-innovation/news/2024/florida-research-data-consortium-will-offer-usf-researchers-detailed-access-to-federal-data.aspxResearch and InnovationTroy Quast/news/2024/usf-update-on-tropical-storm-milton.aspxThe �������Թϱ���Tampa and Sarasota-Manatee campuses will reopen on Monday, Oct. 14. The St. Petersburg campus will reopen on Tuesday, Oct. 15. All classes on Monday, Oct. 14 will be held asynchronously.External ArticleMon, 14 Oct 2024 08:44:28 �������Թϱ���update on Hurricane MiltonThe �������Թϱ���Tampa and Sarasota-Manatee campuses will reopen on Monday, Oct. 14. The St. Petersburg campus will reopen on Tuesday, Oct. 15. All classes on Monday, Oct. 14 will be held asynchronously.�������Թϱ���: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/usf-update-on-tropical-storm-milton.aspxCollege News