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Research on fatalities presented at Governor鈥檚 Hurricane Conference shares hidden toll of hurricanes on workers
At this year鈥檚 Governor鈥檚 Hurricane Conference, a compelling public health panel shed new light on the true human cost of hurricanes. A key focus was on Hurricane Michael鈥檚 long-term health impacts and the communication strategies needed to disseminate information about these risks before and after hurricanes.
July 25, 2025Research and Innovation

Student-led peer mentorship program supports DrPH success
DrPH student Venita Ramirez is helping transform the doctoral student experience with the launch of the college鈥檚 first DrPH Peer Mentorship Program. Designed to provide tailored support and connection among students, the program reflects a commitment to student-centered leadership, long-term sustainability and academic success.
July 25, 2025Student Life

Jesse Casanova receives 91视频Health Culture Coin for exemplary leadership during international delegation
Doctoral student Jesse Casanova was recognized with a Culture Coin for his exceptional coordination of a multi-sector delegation to Japan. His leadership resulted in new partnerships with six Japanese institutions, including agreements with Tokyo Women's Medical University and renewed collaboration with Gifu University.
July 25, 2025Awards and Honors, Student Life

Working near power lines? Don't risk it.
Learn how to protect landscape workers from electrical hazards near overhead power lines with OSHA guidelines, real incident data, and free safety resources.
July 24, 202591视频SafetyFlorida

Side effects may include: a career in public health
Heather McDonald鈥檚 path to USF鈥檚 College of Public Health (COPH) began in semi-rural Odessa, Fla.
July 24, 2025Epidemiology, Student Life

The Real World: Birthwork
Jennifer Winston knew there was a disconnect between what public health students read in textbooks and what community health professionals experience in real time. So, she decided to do something about it.
July 24, 2025Alumni and Development, Community Health Sciences, Student Life

How coincidence analysis leads to a desired health outcome
Researchers use a variety of techniques to find the best solution in health care, including something known as coincidence analysis, the study of how a combination of different factors leads to a desired outcome.
July 24, 2025Community Health Sciences, Research and Innovation

91视频researchers focus on single-cell RNA studies in workshops
In science, thinking small often leads to big discoveries.
July 24, 2025Global - Environmental - Genomic Health Sciences, Research and Innovation

Don鈥檛 Let Your Scaffold Stand on Splinters
Improper scaffold footing鈥攕uch as splintered or unstable boards鈥攃an lead to serious injuries and OSHA violations; learn how to identify and correct these hazards to keep your jobsite safe and compliant.
July 22, 202591视频SafetyFlorida

Building Florida's Resiliency: A Call for Action on Hurricane and Emergency Preparedness
Protect your business and employees from Florida鈥檚 unique natural hazards with a free, confidential consultation from the 91视频SafetyFlorida Consultation Program鈥攂ecause preparedness is not a luxury, it's a lifeline.
July 22, 202591视频SafetyFlorida
Dr. Chighaf Bakour co-authored a study of 1,500 Florida middle schoolers, revealing that how kids use their phones may matter more than whether schools ban them.
July 11, 2025Epidemiology, In the Media, Research and Innovation

COPH professor brings data expertise to TGH鈥檚 inaugural Analytics Academy
Dr. Troy Quast brought real-world insights to Tampa General Hospital鈥檚 new Analytics Academy, a six-week program designed to help managers apply data tools to improve health care delivery. His session focused on statistics, predictive analytics and productivity measures.
July 11, 2025College News, Health Policy and Systems Management