https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/Recent posts from Public Health Newsen-usTue, 21 Apr 2026 08:44:41 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2024/fallgrad24.aspxThe USF 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 USF College of Public Health (COPH) celebrated the 2024 fall graduates virtually and in person on December 13.a table of giftshttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2024/fallgrad24.aspxStudent Lifehttps://www.usf.edu/health/delivering-health-excellence/2024/black-robe-2024.aspxUSF 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 otherUSF 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 manhttps://www.usf.edu/health/delivering-health-excellence/2024/black-robe-2024.aspxCommunity Engagementhttps://www.usf.edu/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 posterhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2024/turf.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student LifeHusena Rajkotwalahttps://www.usf.edu/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 manhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2024/leprosy.aspxResearch and InnovationSantiago Hernandez Bojorgehttps://www.usf.edu/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 womanhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2024/amruta.aspxStudent LifeAmruta Bollinenihttps://www.usf.edu/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 posterhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2024/lifestyle-medicine-spotlight.aspxAwards and Honors,College News,Research and Innovationhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2024/hurricane-forum.aspxWith hurricane season officially over, the University of South Florida 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 USF brings together regional emergency responders to evaluate recent hurricane preparedness, recoveryWith hurricane season officially over, the University of South Florida 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 audiencehttps://www.usf.edu/news/2024/hurricane-forum.aspxCommunity Engagementhttps://www.usf.edu/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 USF 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 researchhttps://www.usf.edu/news/2024/usf-sets-new-record-with-738-million-in-research-funding.aspxResearch and Innovationhttps://www.usf.edu/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. USF 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 USF 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. USF 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 audiencehttps://www.usf.edu/health/news/2024/usf-hosts-covid-retrospective.aspxCommunity Engagementhttps://www.usf.edu/news/inside-usf-podcast/Welcome to “Inside USF: The Podcast,” created especially for University of South Florida faculty, staff and alumni. Meet Dr. Sten Vermund! He brings decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience to the USF 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 USF College of Public HealthWelcome to “Inside USF: The Podcast,” created especially for University of South Florida faculty, staff and alumni. Meet Dr. Sten Vermund! He brings decades of infectious disease epidemiology and prevention experience to the USF Health College of Public Health, which he will lead beginning in January.new deanhttps://www.usf.edu/news/inside-usf-podcast/College Newshttps://www.usf.edu/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.grouphttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2024/apha-research.aspxCollege NewsAPHA,Advanced Practice Leadership,Delta Omega,DrPH,ICER,MPH,Maternal and Child Health,PhD,USF Genomicshttps://www.usf.edu/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 womanhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2024/stefania.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentStefania Alastre Arcusa