/health/public-health/news/Recent posts from Public Health Newsen-usFri, 09 May 2025 23:17:52 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/health/public-health/news/2025/genetics.aspxPathogenicity prediction isn鈥檛 a subject we discuss over our morning coffee, but it could be a topic of greater interest as it affects more and more lives, according to a researcher at 无码专区鈥檚 Genomics Program at the College of Public Health (COPH).KURT LOFTFri, 09 May 2025 17:00:12 COPH team wins large scientific challenge on human genome researchPathogenicity prediction isn鈥檛 a subject we discuss over our morning coffee, but it could be a topic of greater interest as it affects more and more lives, according to a researcher at 无码专区鈥檚 Genomics Program at the College of Public Health (COPH).a scientist/health/public-health/news/2025/genetics.aspxGlobal - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Research and Innovation/health/public-health/news/2025/kirby.aspxHeath Kirby knows exactly where he came from and exactly where he鈥檚 meant to be-- leading community health efforts as a proud alumna of 无码专区鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH).Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 09 May 2025 16:37:25 A hometown public health heroHeath Kirby knows exactly where he came from and exactly where he鈥檚 meant to be-- leading community health efforts as a proud alumna of 无码专区鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH).a headshot of a man/health/public-health/news/2025/kirby.aspxAlumni and Development,Health Policy and Systems ManagementAlumni,Heath Kirby/health/public-health/news/2025/end-of-year-awards-2025.aspxCOPH students and student organizations were recognized at both the 无码专区 Health Student Awards Ceremony and the 无码专区 Celebration of Leadership Awards鈥攖wo key events held as part of 无码专区 Commencement Week.Caitlin KeoughFri, 09 May 2025 16:11:10 COPH students slay at 2025 无码专区 award ceremoniesCOPH students and student organizations were recognized at both the 无码专区 Health Student Awards Ceremony and the 无码专区 Celebration of Leadership Awards鈥攖wo key events held as part of 无码专区 Commencement Week.group of students/health/public-health/news/2025/end-of-year-awards-2025.aspxAwards and Honors,Community Engagement/health/public-health/news/2025/paul-leaverton.aspxFounding faculty Dr. Paul Emmett Leaverton passed away peacefully with his beloved wife, Su, by his side on April 25, 2025, in Tampa, Fla.Fri, 09 May 2025 15:40:46 In memory of Dr. Paul LeavertonFounding faculty Dr. Paul Emmett Leaverton passed away peacefully with his beloved wife, Su, by his side on April 25, 2025, in Tampa, Fla.old man/health/public-health/news/2025/paul-leaverton.aspxCollege NewsJay Wolfson,Paul Leaverton/health/public-health/news/2025/flckf-convenings.aspxFlorida Covering Kids and Families leads two statewide efforts: the Covering Florida Navigator Program and Connecting Kids to Coverage. Together, these programs collaborate with state agencies and community stakeholders to provide outreach, education and enrollment assistance for the Federally Facilitated Marketplace, Medicaid and the Children鈥檚 Health Insurance Program.Caitlin KeoughFri, 09 May 2025 15:06:52 COPH hosts statewide convenings to advance children鈥檚 health coverage in FloridaFlorida Covering Kids and Families leads two statewide efforts: the Covering Florida Navigator Program and Connecting Kids to Coverage. Together, these programs collaborate with state agencies and community stakeholders to provide outreach, education and enrollment assistance for the Federally Facilitated Marketplace, Medicaid and the Children鈥檚 Health Insurance Program.two people looking at computer/health/public-health/news/2025/flckf-convenings.aspxCommunity EngagementDeanna Wathington,Florida Covering Kids and Families,Steve Freedman,Vickie Dugathttps://www.linkedin.com/pulse/celebrating-leadership-service-impact-elizabeth-a-dunn-mph-cph-5uthe/The COPH's Elizabeth Dunn shared the outstanding recognitions received at the Hillsborough County Office of Emergency Management Volunteer Recognition Awards, 2025 Celebration of Leadership Awards, the Salvation Army Community Partners Awards and the 无码专区 Health Student Awards鈥攅ach highlighting the transformational work happening across students and community partners.External ArticleFri, 09 May 2025 14:55:07 Elizabeth Dunn: Celebrating leadership, service and impactThe COPH's Elizabeth Dunn shared the outstanding recognitions received at the Hillsborough County Office of Emergency Management Volunteer Recognition Awards, 2025 Celebration of Leadership Awards, the Salvation Army Community Partners Awards and the 无码专区 Health Student Awards鈥攅ach highlighting the transformational work happening across students and community partners.group of peoplehttps://www.linkedin.com/pulse/celebrating-leadership-service-impact-elizabeth-a-dunn-mph-cph-5uthe/Awards and Honors,Community EngagementElizabeth Dunnhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2025/alexandra-lopez-breaks-out-of-comfort-zone-to-lead-sarasota-manatee.aspx无码专区 Sarasota-Manatee graduate Alexandra Lopez, a biology major and student government leader, plans to earn a master鈥檚 degree from the 无码专区 College of Public Health with a concentration in nutrition and dietetics.External ArticleFri, 09 May 2025 14:42:55 With strong mind and body, Alexandra Lopez breaks out of 鈥榗omfort zone鈥� to lead at 无码专区 Sarasota-Manatee无码专区 Sarasota-Manatee graduate Alexandra Lopez, a biology major and student government leader, plans to earn a master鈥檚 degree from the 无码专区 College of Public Health with a concentration in nutrition and dietetics.woman getting an awardhttps://www.sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/news/2025/alexandra-lopez-breaks-out-of-comfort-zone-to-lead-sarasota-manatee.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Student LifeAlexandra Lopez/news/2025/usf-bellini-college-to-ignite-tampa-bays-tech-talent.aspxLaunching this fall, the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will supply a pipeline of students ready to specialize in critical areas throughout Tampa Bay and beyond. In the 无码专区 College of Public Health, AI-powered drones are tracking mosquitoes carrying deadly diseases in real time.External ArticleFri, 09 May 2025 14:37:13 无码专区 Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing to ignite Tampa Bay鈥檚 tech talentLaunching this fall, the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing will supply a pipeline of students ready to specialize in critical areas throughout Tampa Bay and beyond. In the 无码专区 College of Public Health, AI-powered drones are tracking mosquitoes carrying deadly diseases in real time.city of tampa/news/2025/usf-bellini-college-to-ignite-tampa-bays-tech-talent.aspxCollege Newshttps://orise.orau.gov/cdc/profiles/sara-wolicki.html?utm_content=buffera4e0c%26utm_medium=eo_social%26utm_source=eo_linkedin%26utm_campaign=bufferDirectly out of undergrad, Sara Wolicki worked as an accountant at a Vermont ski resort. She loved working with numbers and enjoyed the time with her coworkers, but something was missing. Wolicki found that missing piece in the field of public health - epidemiology and evaluation specifically - and never turned back. She received a Master of Public Health from the 无码专区 in 2015, fully transitioning from the business world to a STEM field.External ArticleMon, 28 Apr 2025 14:52:09 Health Scientist and Former ORISE Fellow Relishes Mentor RoleDirectly out of undergrad, Sara Wolicki worked as an accountant at a Vermont ski resort. She loved working with numbers and enjoyed the time with her coworkers, but something was missing. Wolicki found that missing piece in the field of public health - epidemiology and evaluation specifically - and never turned back. She received a Master of Public Health from the 无码专区 in 2015, fully transitioning from the business world to a STEM field.无码专区: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://orise.orau.gov/cdc/profiles/sara-wolicki.html?utm_content=buffera4e0c%26utm_medium=eo_social%26utm_source=eo_linkedin%26utm_campaign=bufferAlumni and Development/health/public-health/news/2025/ruby-anniversary.aspxThe 无码专区 College of Public Health's Ruby Anniversary Celebration was a night to remember, filled with joy, reflection and a shared commitment to public health. Whether you joined us in person or were with us in spirit, we want to share the highlights of this 40th anniversary milestone event with you.鈥�Mon, 28 Apr 2025 10:12:12 A night to remember: Celebrating 40 years of the COPHThe 无码专区 College of Public Health's Ruby Anniversary Celebration was a night to remember, filled with joy, reflection and a shared commitment to public health. Whether you joined us in person or were with us in spirit, we want to share the highlights of this 40th anniversary milestone event with you.鈥�group of students/health/public-health/news/2025/ruby-anniversary.aspxCollege Newshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/five-years-strong-usf-students-improving-health-outcomes-and-reducing-isolation-among-older-adults.aspxAt the height of the pandemic, two programs launched to connect people across generations. Five years later, Health Buddies and TelePals have connected hundreds of older adults with 无码专区 students, reducing loneliness and increasing access to health information.External ArticleMon, 28 Apr 2025 10:00:55 Five years strong: 无码专区 students improving health outcomes and reducing isolation among older adultsAt the height of the pandemic, two programs launched to connect people across generations. Five years later, Health Buddies and TelePals have connected hundreds of older adults with 无码专区 students, reducing loneliness and increasing access to health information.group of studentshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/five-years-strong-usf-students-improving-health-outcomes-and-reducing-isolation-among-older-adults.aspxCollege News,Community Engagement/health/public-health/news/2025/quebec.aspxFor Trenyce Pierre, Cierra Greenfield and Shenica Jerome鈥攖hree 无码专区 students in the College of Public Health (COPH)鈥攁 one-week study abroad trip to Quebec, Canada became a defining moment in their academic journeys. It was an immersive experience that expanded their global perspectives and deepened their public health understanding in ways that textbooks simply couldn鈥檛. The three were among a group of students who participated, making the opportunity all the more meaningful.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 28 Apr 2025 09:49:14 COPH Bulls beyond bordersFor Trenyce Pierre, Cierra Greenfield and Shenica Jerome鈥攖hree 无码专区 students in the College of Public Health (COPH)鈥攁 one-week study abroad trip to Quebec, Canada became a defining moment in their academic journeys. It was an immersive experience that expanded their global perspectives and deepened their public health understanding in ways that textbooks simply couldn鈥檛. The three were among a group of students who participated, making the opportunity all the more meaningful.A group of people smiling/health/public-health/news/2025/quebec.aspxStudent Life/health/public-health/news/2025/steph.aspxA family medical doctor honored by 无码专区鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH) for her philanthropic work has accepted a prominent position in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in Washington, D.C.KURT LOFTMon, 28 Apr 2025 09:00:23 National spotlight shines on award-winning Florida physicianA family medical doctor honored by 无码专区鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH) for her philanthropic work has accepted a prominent position in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in Washington, D.C.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/steph.aspxCollege News/health/public-health/news/2025/occupational-safety-day.aspxTampa Mayor Jane Castor has designated April 28 as Occupational Safety and Health Day, aligning the city with the internationally recognized World Day for Safety and Health at Work. The designation also acknowledges the ongoing efforts of the 无码专区 SafetyFlorida Consultation Program.Caitlin KeoughMon, 28 Apr 2025 08:45:42 无码专区 SafetyFlorida recognized as Tampa declares occupational safety dayTampa Mayor Jane Castor has designated April 28 as Occupational Safety and Health Day, aligning the city with the internationally recognized World Day for Safety and Health at Work. The designation also acknowledges the ongoing efforts of the 无码专区 SafetyFlorida Consultation Program.health and safety workers/health/public-health/news/2025/occupational-safety-day.aspxAwards and Honors,College News/health/public-health/news/2025/miley.aspxFrom her roots on a Florida farm to the front lines of global disease elimination at 无码专区鈥檚 College of Public Health, Dr. Kristi Miley has carved a path in public health. With three 无码专区 degrees 鈥� a PhD in global communicable diseases, an MSPH in global communicable diseases and a BS in biomedical sciences鈥� Miley has transformed her lifelong connection to animals and the natural world into a career devoted to infectious disease research, medical entomology and public health education.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 28 Apr 2025 08:26:40 Classroom to career: Launching public health futures at COPHFrom her roots on a Florida farm to the front lines of global disease elimination at 无码专区鈥檚 College of Public Health, Dr. Kristi Miley has carved a path in public health. With three 无码专区 degrees 鈥� a PhD in global communicable diseases, an MSPH in global communicable diseases and a BS in biomedical sciences鈥� Miley has transformed her lifelong connection to animals and the natural world into a career devoted to infectious disease research, medical entomology and public health education.a woman in a hazmat suit/health/public-health/news/2025/miley.aspxAlumni and Development,Research and Innovationhttps://www.usfalumni.org/events-awards/outstanding-young-alumni-awardsIntroducing 无码专区's 2025 Award Recipients for the Outstanding Young Alumni award! Stefania Alastre Arcusa, Cell and Molecular Biology 鈥�17 and MSPH 鈥�21External ArticleFri, 11 Apr 2025 11:58:35 COPH alumni receives 无码专区's outstanding young alumni awardIntroducing 无码专区's 2025 Award Recipients for the Outstanding Young Alumni award! Stefania Alastre Arcusa, Cell and Molecular Biology 鈥�17 and MSPH 鈥�21无码专区: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usfalumni.org/events-awards/outstanding-young-alumni-awardsAlumni and Development,Awards and Honors/health/public-health/news/2025/hsc.aspxEvery child deserves a positive start in life, and a team at 无码专区鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH), along with graduates from the school, want to point young people in right direction.KURT LOFTFri, 11 Apr 2025 11:43:40 COPH and Healthy Start aim to improve the mental health of young peopleEvery child deserves a positive start in life, and a team at 无码专区鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH), along with graduates from the school, want to point young people in right direction.people smiling with a poster/health/public-health/news/2025/hsc.aspxResearch and Innovation/health/public-health/news/2025/excellence-in-teaching-2025.aspxDrs. Joe Bohn and Jason Salemi were honored with the prestigious COPH Excellence in Teaching Award by the Public Health Student Association during the college鈥檚 National Public Health Week ceremony. The award recognizes faculty members who have made significant contributions to student development and the quality of education within their department and the college.Caitlin KeoughFri, 11 Apr 2025 10:46:55 Drs. Joe Bohn and Jason Salemi recognized with COPH Excellence in Teaching AwardDrs. Joe Bohn and Jason Salemi were honored with the prestigious COPH Excellence in Teaching Award by the Public Health Student Association during the college鈥檚 National Public Health Week ceremony. The award recognizes faculty members who have made significant contributions to student development and the quality of education within their department and the college.two men/health/public-health/news/2025/excellence-in-teaching-2025.aspxAwards and Honors,Epidemiology/health/public-health/news/2025/ooa-artuso.aspx无码专区 College of Public Health (COPH) alumna Amy Artuso is the 2025 recipient of the COPH Outstanding Alumni Award, and was recognized in a ceremony during National Public Health week.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 11 Apr 2025 10:38:00 Amy Artuso receives Outstanding Alumni Award无码专区 College of Public Health (COPH) alumna Amy Artuso is the 2025 recipient of the COPH Outstanding Alumni Award, and was recognized in a ceremony during National Public Health week.a person smiling /health/public-health/news/2025/ooa-artuso.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentAmy Artuso/health/public-health/news/2025/ihsc-mission-trip.aspxMPH student Jonathan Andreadakis recently completed a service trip with 无码专区's International Health Service Collaborative to Medell铆n, Colombia. The trip, part of a long-standing collaboration between 无码专区 Health and Universidad CES, sent an interprofessional team of students to a densely populated neighborhood facing complex health challenges.Caitlin KeoughFri, 11 Apr 2025 10:18:31 MPH student brings public health passion to Colombia through IHSC medical missionMPH student Jonathan Andreadakis recently completed a service trip with 无码专区's International Health Service Collaborative to Medell铆n, Colombia. The trip, part of a long-standing collaboration between 无码专区 Health and Universidad CES, sent an interprofessional team of students to a densely populated neighborhood facing complex health challenges.group of students/health/public-health/news/2025/ihsc-mission-trip.aspxCommunity Engagement,Student Life/news/2025/dozens-of-usf-graduate-programs-stand-among-the-nations-best-in-new-us-news-and-world-report-rankings.aspxThe 无码专区 has 31 graduate programs ranked in the top 100 nationally by U.S. News & World Report. With standout programs, 无码专区 continues to rise as a leader in graduate education and research excellence.External ArticleFri, 11 Apr 2025 09:22:37 无码专区 COPH ranked top public health school in Florida by U.S. News & World ReportThe 无码专区 has 31 graduate programs ranked in the top 100 nationally by U.S. News & World Report. With standout programs, 无码专区 continues to rise as a leader in graduate education and research excellence.girl graduating/news/2025/dozens-of-usf-graduate-programs-stand-among-the-nations-best-in-new-us-news-and-world-report-rankings.aspxAwards and Honors,College Newshttps://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10995-025-04089-4鈥婽he editorial reflects on the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Journal's nearly 30-year commitment to advancing MCH. It emphasizes the journal's role in fostering a community dedicated to science and practice.External ArticleFri, 11 Apr 2025 08:45:07 The enduring mission of the MCH Journal: Affirming the right to science, practice and community in MCH鈥婽he editorial reflects on the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Journal's nearly 30-year commitment to advancing MCH. It emphasizes the journal's role in fostering a community dedicated to science and practice.woman and babyhttps://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10995-025-04089-4In the Mediahttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/results-from-usf-study-on-kids-digital-media-use-reveal-benefits-of-smartphones.aspxFindings will help inform a 25-year national study that will track young people鈥檚 digital media use and wellbeing into adulthood.External ArticleFri, 11 Apr 2025 08:40:10 无码专区 study reveals how smartphones may benefit kids, risks of posting publicly to social mediaFindings will help inform a 25-year national study that will track young people鈥檚 digital media use and wellbeing into adulthood.kids looking at phoneshttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/results-from-usf-study-on-kids-digital-media-use-reveal-benefits-of-smartphones.aspxResearch and Innovation/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 Petersen/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/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 无码专区 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 Academy/health/news/2025/microbiome-conference.aspxExperts from around the world recently gathered at 无码专区 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 无码专区 Health to talk about advances in the science of microbiomes.group of people standing on stairs/health/news/2025/microbiome-conference.aspxResearch and Innovation/health/public-health/news/2025/nphw2025.aspxThe COPH is part of a national effort to create the healthiest nation in one generation. 无码专区 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. 无码专区 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/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 无码专区 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 Innovation/health/public-health/news/2025/winston.aspxFor 无码专区 College of Public Health (COPH) alumna Jennifer Winston, public health is more than a profession鈥攊t鈥檚 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 无码专区 College of Public Health (COPH) alumna Jennifer Winston, public health is more than a profession鈥攊t鈥檚 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 Life/health/public-health/news/2025/spowart.aspxDr. Sara Spowart鈥檚 journey to 无码专区鈥檚 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 Spowart鈥檚 journey to 无码专区鈥檚 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 Development/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 cycle鈥攑lanning, implementing, evaluating, and adjusting鈥攖o ensure continuous improvement in fire safety measures. Learn how proactive fire safety protocols can protect lives and property, and find out how the 无码专区 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 cycle鈥攑lanning, implementing, evaluating, and adjusting鈥攖o ensure continuous improvement in fire safety measures. Learn how proactive fire safety protocols can protect lives and property, and find out how the 无码专区 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无码专区 SafetyFlorida/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 无码专区 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 无码专区 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无码专区 SafetyFlorida/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无码专区 SafetyFloridahttps://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/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 无码专区鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH) could lead to countless lives saved.KURT LOFTFri, 07 Mar 2025 11:13:41 无码专区 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 无码专区鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH) could lead to countless lives saved.3 people wearing masks/health/public-health/news/2025/calvo.aspxResearch and InnovationArlene Calvo/health/public-health/news/2025/quast.aspx无码专区 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 Health鈥檚 (COPH) professor Dr. Troy Quast to be the university鈥檚 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无码专区 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 Health鈥檚 (COPH) professor Dr. Troy Quast to be the university鈥檚 representative on the Consortium Board.a headshot of a man/health/public-health/news/2025/quast.aspxResearch and InnovationTroy Quast/health/public-health/news/2025/akahoho.aspxDelaenam Akahoho, a proud double Bull alumna of 无码专区鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH), has charted a path from her childhood. Growing up in Okeechobee, Fla., Akahoho鈥檚 experiences with community and public health challenges have shaped her commitment to improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthFri, 07 Mar 2025 10:33:06 Alumna Delaenam Akahoho's path to public healthDelaenam Akahoho, a proud double Bull alumna of 无码专区鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH), has charted a path from her childhood. Growing up in Okeechobee, Fla., Akahoho鈥檚 experiences with community and public health challenges have shaped her commitment to improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations.a headshot of a woman/health/public-health/news/2025/akahoho.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentDelaenam Akahoho/health/public-health/news/2025/research-day-2025.aspxMore than 500 students, residents, trainees, faculty and leaders came together for the 35th annual 无码专区 Health Research Day, the largest research-focused event at the 无码专区 and the keynote celebration of health sciences research at the four 无码专区 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 无码专区 Health Research Day, the largest research-focused event at the 无码专区 and the keynote celebration of health sciences research at the four 无码专区 Health colleges.students getting awards/health/public-health/news/2025/research-day-2025.aspxAwards and Honors,Research and Innovation,Student Life/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 鈥淣urturing the Next Generation: A Collaborative Approach to Maternal and Child Well-Being.鈥�Caitlin KeoughFri, 07 Mar 2025 08:48:26 Empowering the future: COPH鈥檚 Maternal and Child Health Symposium inspires changeThe COPH's Maternal and Child Health Student Organization is set to host its annual symposium, themed 鈥淣urturing the Next Generation: A Collaborative Approach to Maternal and Child Well-Being.鈥�mother and baby on beach/health/public-health/news/2025/mchso-symposium-2025.aspxCollege News,Student LifeMCHSO/health/public-health/news/2025/lifesaver.aspxLiaba Khan has been named a 2025 Lifesavers Traffic Safety Scholar and will attend the Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety in Long Beach, California. She is 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 nation鈥檚 most pressing traffic safety issues.Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:35:47 无码专区 student named 2025 Lifesavers Traffic Safety ScholarLiaba Khan has been named a 2025 Lifesavers Traffic Safety Scholar and will attend the Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety in Long Beach, California. She is 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 nation鈥檚 most pressing traffic safety issues.a headshot of a lady/health/public-health/news/2025/lifesaver.aspxAwards and Honors,Student LifeLiaba Khan/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 无码专区 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 Life/health/public-health/news/2025/barley.aspxYaMaya Barley鈥檚 journey into becoming a double Bull at 无码专区鈥檚 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., Barley鈥檚 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 Barley鈥檚 journey into becoming a double Bull at 无码专区鈥檚 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., Barley鈥檚 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 Developmenthttps://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 today鈥檚 workplace, AI is no longer a futuristic concept鈥攊t鈥檚 an integral part of daily operations鈥攅specially 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 today鈥檚 workplace, AI is no longer a futuristic concept鈥攊t鈥檚 an integral part of daily operations鈥攅specially 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,无码专区 SafetyFlorida/health/public-health/news/2025/stephen-frost.aspxJ. Stephen Frost, assistant director of the OSHA Training Institute and Education Center at the 无码专区 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 无码专区 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 Frost/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, 鈥淐reating a Healthier and Safer Workforce: Be Voices for Change!鈥� The two-day event, held in collaboration with SERC, explored occupational safety, health and wellbeing.Caitlin KeoughMon, 24 Feb 2025 08:49:41 COPH鈥檚 Activist Lab Boot Camp powers up workforce health advocatesThe COPH Activist Lab hosted its 7th Annual Activist Lab Boot Camp, focusing on the theme, 鈥淐reating a Healthier and Safer Workforce: Be Voices for Change!鈥� 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 Engagement/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 无码专区'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 无码专区's Tampa campus.40 years/health/public-health/news/2025/40-anniversary-celebration.aspxCollege News/health/public-health/news/2025/coph-departments.aspxFollowing months of planning and extensive faculty collaboration, the COPH received unanimous approval from the 无码专区 Faculty Senate to reorganize and reestablish its academic departments. This significant achievement marks a new chapter in the college鈥檚 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 无码专区 Faculty Senate to reorganize and reestablish its academic departments. This significant achievement marks a new chapter in the college鈥檚 commitment to excellence in public health education, research and practice.college building/health/public-health/news/2025/coph-departments.aspxCollege News/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 无码专区 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/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 鈭� 75 percent of whom are children barely five years old.KURT LOFTFri, 07 Feb 2025 14:28:14 无码专区 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 鈭� 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