Postponed – New Research and Evaluation Core in the IPHRP

The event scheduled for meeting the new Research and Evaluation Core in the Institute for Public Health Research and Policy (IPHRP) has been postponed. Please stay tuned for a new date to be announced. Published August 9, 2023

Zahnd discusses key health care issues

Whitney Zahnd, assistant professor of health management and policy, recently weighed in on several health care issues, including health insurance, affordability, and the health care workforce. (WalletHub) Published August 9, 2023

University of Iowa establishes cooperative partnership with University of Cape Coast in Ghana

The University of Iowa has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the University of Cape Coast in Cape Coast, Ghana. One goal of the MOU is to pursue a research collaboration focused on investigating the health effects associated with exposure to toxic heavy metals derived from mining activities Published August 8, 2023

Support your well-being with the Personal Health Assessment

Are you looking for ways to support your well-being? Start by taking your Personal Health Assessment (PHA) to access resources, incentives, and well-being programs. The PHA is confidential and takes 10 minutes to complete. You may complete it during work time. Published August 8, 2023

New UI research examines evidence of rising youth mental health concerns

Adolescent mental health conditions are increasing in many countries worldwide, and that growth is occurring most markedly among girls, according to a new survey of research co-authored by Jonathan Platt, assistant professor of epidemiology. Published August 4, 2023

Iowa researchers receive grant to study effects of Medicaid dental benefits expansion on overall health

A team of University of Iowa researchers has been awarded a grant from the National Institutes of Health to study the effects of recent expansions in Medicaid dental benefits on low-income adults. Published August 3, 2023

UI study shows young workers face high levels of workplace violence

Young workers in the United States face a significant risk of workplace violence, especially in the retail and service industries where they are frequently employed, according to recent University of Iowa research. Published August 2, 2023

UI study shows opioid use increases bone fracture risk

A recent study from researchers at the University of Iowa College of Public Health suggests a link between opioid use and an increased risk of bone fractures in patients aged between 17 and 64 years. Published August 1, 2023

Alumna Jennifer Braun discusses health care workforce training

Jennifer Braun (12MPH) is director of workforce and organizational development at the American Hospital Association. She recently discussed her work focused on developing health care leadership and training. Published July 27, 2023

CPH Welcome Week food trucks rescheduled for Aug. 30

Celebrate the start of the fall semester by enjoying lunch from local food trucks! Lunch will be provided for CPH faculty, staff, and students on the new (hopefully cooler) date of Wednesday, Aug. 30.  Published July 26, 2023