https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/Recent posts from Public Health Newsen-usWed, 13 May 2026 20:47:10 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://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/2025/usf-researcher-addresses-a-growing-crisis-health-care-worker-burnout.aspxImagine you’re a nurse or emergency responder in Florida when an outbreak of infectious disease collides with the aftermath of a hurricane.Kurt LoftFri, 12 Dec 2025 10:33:53 USF researcher addresses a growing crisis: Health care worker burnoutImagine you’re a nurse or emergency responder in Florida when an outbreak of infectious disease collides with the aftermath of a hurricane.Ryan Sledge with colleagues at the conference.https://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/usf-researcher-addresses-a-growing-crisis-health-care-worker-burnout.aspxCommunity Health Sciences,Research and Innovation,Student LifeJennifer Marshall,Sunshine ERChttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/research-on-fatalities-presented-at-governor-hurricane-conference-shares-hidden-toll-of-hurricanes-on-workers.aspxAt this year’s Governor’s Hurricane Conference, a compelling public health panel shed new light on the true human cost of hurricanes. A key focus was on Hurricane Michael’s long-term health impacts and the communication strategies needed to disseminate information about these risks before and after hurricanes.Drs. Blake Scott, Jennifer Marshall and Mildred (Mimi) PerreaultFri, 25 Jul 2025 14:55:27 Research on fatalities presented at Governor’s Hurricane Conference shares hidden toll of hurricanes on workersAt this year’s Governor’s Hurricane Conference, a compelling public health panel shed new light on the true human cost of hurricanes. A key focus was on Hurricane Michael’s long-term health impacts and the communication strategies needed to disseminate information about these risks before and after hurricanes.firefighterhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/research-on-fatalities-presented-at-governor-hurricane-conference-shares-hidden-toll-of-hurricanes-on-workers.aspxResearch and InnovationJennifer Marshall,Sunshine ERChttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/serc.aspxBeing safe from environmental risk is essential to our society, and three students from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) want to keep people focused on their personal well-being.KURT LOFTMon, 09 Jun 2025 14:14:18 USF trio makes impact at public health symposiumBeing safe from environmental risk is essential to our society, and three students from USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) want to keep people focused on their personal well-being.a man standing in a orange vesthttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/serc.aspxResearch and InnovationHeatlh Safety Environment,Jennifer Marshall,SERC,Social Marketing,Sunshine ERChttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/jason.aspxDr. Jason Garcia’s journey to a career in public health at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) didn’t begin in a lecture hall. It began at his first job as a microbiologist witha Nestlé plant, shortly after earning his undergraduate degree in biology from Florida Gulf Coast University. His role was to ensure that no chemical, biological or physical hazards contaminated the food supply. As he worked to prevent recalls and outbreaks, which have the potential to become serious public health crises, he realized that his efforts had a name: public health.Liz Bannon, College of Public HealthMon, 09 Jun 2025 13:23:40 Not all heroes wear scrubs: Meet the industrial hygienist keeping us safeDr. Jason Garcia’s journey to a career in public health at USF’s College of Public Health (COPH) didn’t begin in a lecture hall. It began at his first job as a microbiologist witha Nestlé plant, shortly after earning his undergraduate degree in biology from Florida Gulf Coast University. His role was to ensure that no chemical, biological or physical hazards contaminated the food supply. As he worked to prevent recalls and outbreaks, which have the potential to become serious public health crises, he realized that his efforts had a name: public health.headshothttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/jason.aspxAlumni and DevelopmentCOPH Alumni Society,Jason Garcia,SERC,Sunshine ERChttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/serc-activist-lab.aspxThe USF College of Public Health is strengthening its commitment to workforce well-being through collaboration between its Activist Lab and the Sunshine Education and Research Center. The partnership is helping prepare students to engage with real-world public health challenges while promoting safer, healthier working environments across Florida and the nation.Caitlin KeoughMon, 09 Jun 2025 10:29:04 USF Sunshine ERC and Activist Lab team up to elevate occupational health educationThe USF College of Public Health is strengthening its commitment to workforce well-being through collaboration between its Activist Lab and the Sunshine Education and Research Center. The partnership is helping prepare students to engage with real-world public health challenges while promoting safer, healthier working environments across Florida and the nation.group of womenhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/serc-activist-lab.aspxCollege NewsActivist Lab,Jennifer Marshall,Sunshine ERChttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/activist-lab-bootcamp-2025.aspxThe COPH Activist Lab hosted its 7th Annual Activist Lab Boot Camp, focusing on the theme, “Creating a Healthier and Safer Workforce: Be Voices for Change!” The two-day event, held in collaboration with SERC, explored occupational safety, health and wellbeing.Caitlin KeoughMon, 24 Feb 2025 08:49:41 COPH’s Activist Lab Boot Camp powers up workforce health advocatesThe COPH Activist Lab hosted its 7th Annual Activist Lab Boot Camp, focusing on the theme, “Creating a Healthier and Safer Workforce: Be Voices for Change!” The two-day event, held in collaboration with SERC, explored occupational safety, health and wellbeing.construction workers learning basic safetyhttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2025/activist-lab-bootcamp-2025.aspxCollege News,Community EngagementActivist Lab,Sunshine ERChttps://www.usf.edu/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 peoplehttps://www.usf.edu/health/public-health/news/2024/sunshine-erc.aspxCollege NewsActivist Lab,DrPH,Jennifer Marshall,Karen Liller,Social Marketing,Sunshine ERC,Thomas Bernard