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Grandparents help grandkids in many ways -- but the reverse may be true too, poll suggests

New data from the National Poll on Healthy Aging shows grandparents who see their grandchildren regularly are less likely to feel isolated.

Distinguished alumnus Amir Dan Rubin shares his insights on healthcare, leadership and innovation

The University of Michigan School of Public Health, in conjunction with the Griffith Leadership Center, recently hosted a pivotal conversation between Amir Dan Rubin, MHSA ’96, MBA ’96, a trailblazer in healthcare innovation, and Dean F. DuBois Bowman.

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Kristi Gamarel wins NIH Award for Sexual & Gender Minority Research

Kristi Gamarel, associate chair and associate professor of Health Behavior & Health Equity, has been awarded the 2024 National Institutes of Health Sexual & Gender Minority Mid-Career Investigator Award. Her research addresses health inequities among LGBTQ+ communities in the context of HIV, mental health, substance use, and healthcare access.

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Michigan Public Health professor is first to launch AI-powered Coursera coach for interactive instruction

Vic Stretcher, a professor of Health Behavior & Health Equity, successfully incorporated Coursera Coach AI into his live course to enhance interactivity and engagement. Stretcher expresses enthusiasm for AI's potential in personalized education and health communication.

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Prevention Research Center of Michigan tackles vacant lots, built environments to improve health, well-being

Renewed $5 million in CDC funding expands academic-community partnerships in Flint, Michigan

For 26 years, the Prevention Research Center of Michigan has researched ways to create safer, more inviting and accessible neighborhood spaces and improve physical and mental health. Now, with $5 million in renewed funding from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the center will continue its community-based participatory research projects through at least 2029.

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It Happened at Michigan -- An historic public health degree

Paul B. Cornely, a three-time U-M alumnus (BS '98, MD '31, PhD '34) was a pioneer in the fight for equity and civil rights in public health. Throughout his career, he fought for the desegregation of hospitals and equal healthcare opportunities for all.

$998K awarded to U-M researchers to evaluate effectiveness of school-based firearm storage campaign

The study seeks to inform national implementation strategies for secure firearm storage by leveraging community and educational partnerships.

University of Michigan School of Public Health and Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention researchers recently secured a $998,907 grant from the National Institute of Justice to evaluate a community-led, school-based secure firearm storage campaign in high schools across Michigan.

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University of Michigan School of Public Health launches transformative 'Look to Michigan Public Health' campaign

A new fundraising initiative, the 'Look to Michigan Public Health' campaign, aims to dramatically accelerate the school's impact on global public health challenges by expanding scholarship offerings, establishing new research centers, launching innovative community partnerships, and creating modern, flexible facilities as hubs for collaboration.

Marc Zimmerman elected to the National Academy of Medicine

Michigan Public Health researcher Marc Zimmerman was elected to the National Academy of Medicine (NAM). Induction into the NAM is the highest honor for health and medicine researchers in the United States.

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Timely CPR saves runner who collapsed during first week of college

Hannah Stovall, a senior majoring in public health, and others jumped into action to save a fellow student experiencing sudden cardiac arrest.

Michigan Public Health News Center

Grandparents help grandkids in many ways -- but the reverse may be true too, poll suggests

Distinguished alumnus Amir Dan Rubin shares his insights on healthcare, leadership and innovation

Kristi Gamarel wins NIH Award for Sexual & Gender Minority Research

Michigan Public Health professor is first to launch AI-powered Coursera coach for interactive instruction

Prevention Research Center of Michigan tackles vacant lots, built environments to improve health, well-being

Renewed $5 million in CDC funding expands academic-community partnerships in Flint, Michigan

It Happened at Michigan -- An historic public health degree

$998K awarded to U-M researchers to evaluate effectiveness of school-based firearm storage campaign

The study seeks to inform national implementation strategies for secure firearm storage by leveraging community and educational partnerships.

University of Michigan School of Public Health launches transformative 'Look to Michigan Public Health' campaign

Marc Zimmerman elected to the National Academy of Medicine

Timely CPR saves runner who collapsed during first week of college

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