https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/Recent posts from Public Health Newsen-usSat, 13 Jun 2026 01:33:03 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-researchers-shed-new-light-on-recurring-birth-defects-in-families.aspxIf you have a child born with a birth defect, what are the chances it will happen again with your next baby?Kurt LoftTue, 05 May 2026 13:14:18 USF researchers shed new light on recurring birth defects in familiesIf you have a child born with a birth defect, what are the chances it will happen again with your next baby?A couple's hands holding up ultrasound scans.https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-researchers-shed-new-light-on-recurring-birth-defects-in-families.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Epidemiology,Research and InnovationAdvanced Practice Leadership,Genetic Counseling,Jason Salemi,Jean Paul Tanner,Russell Kirbyhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/coph-community-shows-out-at-2026-usf-health-student-awards-ceremony.aspxStudents, faculty, staff and programs from the COPH were among those recognized for their leadership, service and impact during the 2026 USF Health Student Awards Ceremony, held April 22 at the Marshall Student Center.Caitlin KeoughMon, 27 Apr 2026 08:58:30 COPH community shows out at 2026 USF Health Student Awards CeremonyStudents, faculty, staff and programs from the COPH were among those recognized for their leadership, service and impact during the 2026 USF Health Student Awards Ceremony, held April 22 at the Marshall Student Center.awards on tablehttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/coph-community-shows-out-at-2026-usf-health-student-awards-ceremony.aspxAwards and Honors,Community Health Sciences,Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences,Student LifeActivist Lab,Ann Joyce,Christine McGuire-Wolfe,Covering Florida,Janice Zgibor,Karen Liller,Lifelong Learning Academy,Xonjenese Jacobshttps://ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/10.2105/AJPH.2025.308361It has been nearly 25 years since Al Sommer and Mohammed Akhter called for public health to become a profession and 20 years since that call was answered with the creation of the National Board of Public Health Examiners. Since the first Certified in Public Health (CPH) exam was offered in 2008, more than 14 000 people have earned a CPH, including those with and without public health degrees from all over the world.External ArticleTue, 21 Apr 2026 10:02:48 On the 20th Anniversary of the National Board of Public Health Examiners: It Is Long Past Time We Became a ProfessionIt has been nearly 25 years since Al Sommer and Mohammed Akhter called for public health to become a profession and 20 years since that call was answered with the creation of the National Board of Public Health Examiners. Since the first Certified in Public Health (CPH) exam was offered in 2008, more than 14 000 people have earned a CPH, including those with and without public health degrees from all over the world.The "THIS IS PUBLIC HEALTH" logo.https://ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/10.2105/AJPH.2025.308361Alumni and Development,College News,Community Health Sciences,Global - Environmental - Genomic Health SciencesDonna Petersen,Jaime Corvinhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/mchso-symposium-explores-policy-systems-shaping-maternal-and-child-health.aspxThe Maternal and Child Health Student Organization (MCHSO) at the USF College of Public Health (COPH) recently brought together students, faculty, community leaders and policymakers for its 17th annual symposium focused on strengthening maternal and child health systems and improving outcomes for families.Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:29:26 MCHSO symposium explores policy, systems shaping maternal and child healthThe Maternal and Child Health Student Organization (MCHSO) at the USF College of Public Health (COPH) recently brought together students, faculty, community leaders and policymakers for its 17th annual symposium focused on strengthening maternal and child health systems and improving outcomes for families.Various tables set up for the MSCHO symposium at the College of Public Healthhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/mchso-symposium-explores-policy-systems-shaping-maternal-and-child-health.aspxCommunity Health Scienceshttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/new-science-real-stories-usfs-push-to-improve-mental-health-for-mothers-and-families.aspxA COPH research team presented at the 10th Annual Florida Perinatal Mental Health Conference in Tallahassee, sharing findings on psilocybin use among mothers outside clinical settings—including perceived impacts on parenting, mental health and substance use.Kurt LoftThu, 19 Mar 2026 00:03:04 New science, real stories: USF’s push to improve mental health for mothers and familiesA COPH research team presented at the 10th Annual Florida Perinatal Mental Health Conference in Tallahassee, sharing findings on psilocybin use among mothers outside clinical settings—including perceived impacts on parenting, mental health and substance use.mushroomshttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/new-science-real-stories-usfs-push-to-improve-mental-health-for-mothers-and-families.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Research and Innovationhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-professor-feeds-solutions-to-food-insecurity.aspxIn a world where thousands of people migrate from one country to another, their safety and health are paramount. They also depend on a daily, if often problematic, staple: food.Kurt LoftTue, 17 Mar 2026 10:19:15 USF professor feeds solutions to food insecurityIn a world where thousands of people migrate from one country to another, their safety and health are paramount. They also depend on a daily, if often problematic, staple: food.Dr Lauri Wright standing at the FNCE 2025 conference with a colleague.https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-professor-feeds-solutions-to-food-insecurity.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Research and Innovationhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/cophs-dr-karen-liller-selected-to-serve-on-aspph-advocacy-advisory-committee.aspxThe COPH’s Dr. Karen Liller has been selected to serve on the Advocacy Advisory Committee for the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH).Caitlin KeoughTue, 17 Mar 2026 00:52:26 COPH’s Dr. Karen Liller selected to serve on ASPPH advisory committeeThe COPH’s Dr. Karen Liller has been selected to serve on the Advocacy Advisory Committee for the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH).Dr. Karen Lillerhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/cophs-dr-karen-liller-selected-to-serve-on-aspph-advocacy-advisory-committee.aspxAwards and Honors,Community Health SciencesActivist Lab,Karen Lillerhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/hpv-vaccine-success-in-panama-reveals-new-questions-about-cervical-cancer-mortality.aspxResearchers from the COPH are examining how vaccination, screening and health system factors are shaping cervical cancer trends in Panama, offering new insights into progress toward eliminating the disease.Caitlin KeoughFri, 06 Mar 2026 14:18:09 HPV vaccine success in Panama reveals new questions about cervical cancer mortalityResearchers from the COPH are examining how vaccination, screening and health system factors are shaping cervical cancer trends in Panama, offering new insights into progress toward eliminating the disease.doctor inserting needlehttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/hpv-vaccine-success-in-panama-reveals-new-questions-about-cervical-cancer-mortality.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Research and InnovationArlene Calvohttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/coph-faculty-students-advocate-for-worker-health-during-washington-dc-visit.aspxFaculty from the USF College of Public Health (COPH) recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with federal legislators and discuss priorities related to worker health and safety, highlighting the impact of federally supported occupational health programs.Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:21:55 COPH faculty, students advocate for worker health during Washington, D.C. visitFaculty from the USF College of Public Health (COPH) recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with federal legislators and discuss priorities related to worker health and safety, highlighting the impact of federally supported occupational health programs.A group of COPH scientists in front of the White House.https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/coph-faculty-students-advocate-for-worker-health-during-washington-dc-visit.aspxCollege News,Community Health SciencesHealth - Safety - Environment,Jennifer Marshall,Sunshine ERChttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-trio-recognized-as-50-hoops-legends-for-leadership-beyond-the-court.aspxThree faculty members from the COPH have been inducted into the 50 Hoops Legends, a nationwide network recognizing leaders who use basketball as a platform for service, mentorship and community impact.Caitlin KeoughTue, 24 Feb 2026 09:04:15 USF trio recognized as 50 Hoops Legends for leadership beyond the courtThree faculty members from the COPH have been inducted into the 50 Hoops Legends, a nationwide network recognizing leaders who use basketball as a platform for service, mentorship and community impact.four womenhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-trio-recognized-as-50-hoops-legends-for-leadership-beyond-the-court.aspxAwards and Honors,Community Health SciencesMarshara Fross,Ronee Wilson,Vickie Dugathttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/award-winning-community-air-monitoring-network-hosted-annual-summit-in-tampa.aspxA community-based air quality monitoring project led by the USF College of Public Health’s Dr. Amy Stuart continued its momentum this month with its annual community summit following recent statewide recognition for its grassroots approach to environmental planning and public health.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:23:33 Award-winning community air monitoring network hosted annual summit in TampaA community-based air quality monitoring project led by the USF College of Public Health’s Dr. Amy Stuart continued its momentum this month with its annual community summit following recent statewide recognition for its grassroots approach to environmental planning and public health. Dr. Amy Stuart (right) showing how the air monitors work to residents. (Photo courtesy of CAMN)https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/award-winning-community-air-monitoring-network-hosted-annual-summit-in-tampa.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Global - Environmental - Genomic Health SciencesAmy Stuarthttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-team-surveys-ways-to-control-diseases-among-displaced-populations.aspxHow can public health officials improve the lives of millions of people around the world if they lack the tools to monitor and address outbreaks of disease, especially among displaced populations?Kurt LoftFri, 13 Feb 2026 00:31:52 USF team surveys ways to control diseases among displaced populationsHow can public health officials improve the lives of millions of people around the world if they lack the tools to monitor and address outbreaks of disease, especially among displaced populations?Nicole Nauman and Caitlin Wolfehttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2026/usf-team-surveys-ways-to-control-diseases-among-displaced-populations.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Research and InnovationCaitlin Wolfe,Nicole Nauman