From the Front Row: The public health and equity benefits of accessible public transportation

In August 2023, Iowa City's public bus system became a free service for all riders -- no fare, no pass -- just hop on. In this week's episode, Amy welcomes Darian Nagle-Gamm, director of transportation services with the City of Iowa City, to discuss the program, its source of funding, long-term plans, and the public health and equity benefits of free public transportation. Published October 12, 2023

First deadline approaching for Global Public Health Student Travel Grant

Applications for the Global Public Health Student Travel Grant are due Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023! This is the first of five deadlines for the travel award for this academic year. Students planning to travel during the winter or spring terms are strongly encouraged to apply. Published October 12, 2023

Anderson comments on latest flu, COVID-19 vaccines

Public health officials are encouraging residents to get vaccinated ahead of the cold and flu season. Ken Anderson, director of the EMHA program in the College of Public Health, commented on the current influenza and COVID-19 vaccines. (Daily Iowan) Published October 12, 2023

Anthony discusses equipment lockouts to prevent injuries

Two workers lost legs after an accident this summer at an Iowa grain co-op. T. Renee Anthony, CPH professor of occupational and environmental health, said it likely happened because of a failure to make sure the conveyor belt could not be started while workers were in the area. "If you’re working on a system where there are hazards, all the equipment needs to be locked out so nobody can start it," she said. (The Gazette) Published October 12, 2023

Undergraduate Mentorship Program hosts kick-off event

The College of Public Health’s Undergraduate Mentorship Program recently held its initial meeting and fall semester kick-off event. This is a new initiative that connects first- and second-year undergraduate public health students with third- and fourth-year undergraduate mentors to provide a layer of connection between public health students, help ease the college transition, expand access to resources, and allow students to build strong networks.  Published October 12, 2023

Iowa researchers receive $2.7 million funding renewal to study osteoarthritis

University of Iowa researchers have received a $2.7 million funding renewal from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to continue a multi-year study of the risk factors for knee osteoarthritis and factors related to progression. Published October 12, 2023

2023 Iowa Climate Statement focuses on solar energy

More than 200 scientists from Iowa colleges and universities signed the 2023 Iowa Climate Statement. This year’s statement focused on Iowa’s potential to tap solar energy resources. (Mulitple sources) Published October 11, 2023

Platt discusses disparities in youth suicide

Jonathan Platt, assistant professor of epidemiology, studies the bigger picture of why suicides are affecting some groups of youth more than others. He recently took part in a Q&A about trends and disparities in suicide. (IPRC blog) Published October 11, 2023

Elizabeth Summy: A career at the intersection of politics and health care

Elizabeth Summy is a regional executive with the American Hospital Association. Her career has spanned government, health care administration, and nonprofit leadership. She will speak about her career at an Oct. 18 event. Published October 11, 2023

Take part in CPH Research Week

Join Research Week 2023 from Oct. 30 to Nov. 3 for poster sessions, networking coffees, a presentation on AI in research, and more! See the full schedule. Published October 11, 2023