Platt to speak in UI Upstream Lecture Series Nov. 20

Jonathan Platt, assistant professor of epidemiology, will discuss “Motherhood, Work, and Health: Challenges and Potential Policy Solutions,” in the next Upstream Approach to Healthcare Lecture Series on Nov. 20, from noon to 1 p.m.  Published October 31, 2024

Pentella comments on E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s

Michael Pentella, clinical professor of epidemiology and director of the State Hygienic Laboratory at the University of Iowa, recently commented on the outbreak of E. coli infections linked to McDonald's. According to Pentella, this strain, E. coli O157, is “a very specific type of E. coli that produce[s] this toxin,” a shiga toxin that leads to gastrointestinal distress and can escalate to a potentially fatal condition known as hemolytic uremic syndrome. (KGAN) Published October 29, 2024

Charlton discusses Iowa’s high cancer rate

Health care professionals recently gathered at the Iowa Cancer Summit in Ankeny to discuss Iowa’s high cancer rate. "[T]he single biggest, most effective change that we could make in Iowa is to raise the tobacco tax by over $1,” said Mary Charlton, a University of Iowa epidemiology professor and principal investigator of the Iowa Cancer Registry. (Multiple sources) Published October 17, 2024

October Student Spotlight

Yamam Hussien MPH/U2G ESA First-Year Representative She/her/hers Hometown: West Des Moines, Iowa Field(s) of Interest: Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Cancer Epidemiology, and Chronic Disease Quickfire Queries: This or That: Funny costumes Spooky costumes Be able to fly Be able to breathe underwater Be taken to the lowest point of the ocean in a submersible Be flown […] Published October 4, 2024

October Faculty Spotlight

Dr. Mary Charlton She/her/hers Hometown: Omaha, Nebraska Alma mater: University of Iowa x3 Field(s) of Research: Cancer Epidemiology Quickfire Queries: This or That: Funny costumes Spooky costumes Be able to fly Be able to breathe underwater Be taken to the lowest point of the ocean in a submersible* Be flown to outer space in a […] Published October 4, 2024

Deshpande discusses how community engagement benefits health

Anjali Deshpande, clinical associate professor of epidemiology, recently discussed how civic engagement can lead to better physical and mental health. (Iowa Public Radio) Published October 2, 2024

Nidey discusses postpartum depression in rural populations

Nichole Nidey, assistant professor of epidemiology, says postpartum depression is a problem statewide -- but can be especially serious in rural Iowa, where access to mental health care can be limited. (Public News Service) Published October 2, 2024

Connect with the college at APHA in Minneapolis

Planning to attend the APHA Annual Meeting in Minneapolis? View a list of CPH presentations, find our exhibit booth, and attend the CPH alumni and friends reception on Oct. 28. Published October 2, 2024

Free registration for students attending Iowa Rural Health Association conference

Sponsorship support from the College of Public Health will allow up to 20 students to register at no cost to attend the 2024 Iowa Rural Health Association annual conference. The one-day, in-person conference will take place Monday, Oct. 28, in Des Moines. Published October 2, 2024

Navigating Life in CPHB as an International Student

Shravani Jadhav From: Pune, India Program of Study: 2nd Year, MPH Epidemiology Personal Experiences Healthcare and Insurance General Resources and Tips Community and Involvement Additional Insights Published October 1, 2024