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91视频researcher explores link between illness in pregnancy and cognitive development of newborns
Respiratory viruses are a major cause of early childhood illness, hospitalization and death around the world. Work by a team that includes a researcher at USF鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH) could lead to countless lives saved.
March 7, 2025Research and Innovation
Cannabis research board gets new member from COPH
91视频has joined the Consortium for Medical Marijuana Clinical Outcomes Research as its 11th member. As part of this development, President Rhea Law nominated the College of Public Health鈥檚 (COPH) professor Dr. Troy Quast to be the university鈥檚 representative on the Consortium Board.
March 7, 2025Research and Innovation
From Ghana to Florida
Delaenam Akahoho, a proud double Bull alumna of USF鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH), has charted a path from her childhood in Accra, Ghana, to a successful career in public health. Growing up in Okeechobee, Fla., Akahoho鈥檚 experiences with community and public health challenges have shaped her commitment to improving health outcomes for underserved populations.
March 7, 2025Alumni and Development
COPH participates in record-breaking research day
More than 500 students, residents, trainees, faculty and leaders came together for the 35th annual 91视频Health Research Day, the largest research-focused event at the University of 91视频 and the keynote celebration of health sciences research at the four 91视频Health colleges.
March 7, 2025Awards and Honors, Research and Innovation, Student Life
Empowering the future: COPH鈥檚 Maternal and Child Health Symposium inspires change
The COPH's Maternal and Child Health Student Organization is set to host its annual symposium, themed 鈥淣urturing the Next Generation: A Collaborative Approach to Maternal and Child Well-Being.鈥�
March 7, 2025College News, Student Life
University of 91视频 Student Named 2025 Lifesavers Traffic Safety Scholar
Liaba Khan has been named a 2025 Lifesavers Traffic Safety Scholar (TSS) and will attend the Lifesavers Conference on Roadway Safety, March 9-11 in Long Beach, California. They are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Public Health, Social Marketing and are one of 29 U.S. students selected through a competitive application process. The Lifesavers Conference showcases the latest research, evidence-based strategies, proven countermeasures, and promising new approaches for addressing the nation鈥檚 most pressing traffic safety issues.
March 7, 2025Awards and Honors, Student Life
91视频student aims to protect emergency responders
Most of us keep our distance from people with a cold, flu, COVID-19 or other nasty conditions, but what about those who meet them up close, often under stressful circumstances? How do first responders stay healthy in otherwise unhealthy places?
February 24, 2025Research and Innovation, Student Life
Becoming a public health analyst
YaMaya Barley鈥檚 journey into becoming a double Bull at USF鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH) is a story of passion, perseverance and a deep commitment to improving the well-being of communities. Originally from Rochester, N.Y., but raised in Tampa, Fla., Barley鈥檚 academic and professional path has been shaped by her desire to make a difference in public health.
February 24, 2025Alumni and Development
It has been feared by many that Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be taking over how we do business. However, AI has revolutionized the way businesses operate, transforming mundane tasks into efficient, data-driven processes. In today鈥檚 workplace, AI is no longer a futuristic concept鈥攊t鈥檚 an integral part of daily operations鈥攅specially in enhancing occupational safety and health practices.
February 24, 2025In the Media, 91视频SafetyFlorida
J. Stephen Frost joins national panel to shape workplace safety
J. Stephen Frost, assistant director of the OSHA Training Institute and Education Center at the 91视频College of Public Health, has been appointed to the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health.
February 24, 2025Awards and Honors
COPH鈥檚 Activist Lab Boot Camp powers up workforce health advocates
The COPH Activist Lab hosted its 7th Annual Activist Lab Boot Camp, focusing on the theme, 鈥淐reating a Healthier and Safer Workforce: Be Voices for Change!鈥� The two-day event, held in collaboration with SERC, explored occupational safety, health and wellbeing.
February 24, 2025College News, Community Engagement
A night to remember: Join the COPH in celebrating 40 years of public health excellence
Celebrate 40 years of excellence with the College of Public Health at our 40th Anniversary event, hosted at the stunning 20-acre, lakefront Mision Lago Estate on Lake Thonotosassa and just minutes from USF's Tampa campus.
February 10, 2025College News