Remembering my why
Darrell Hudson
At a time when grants are being defunded and equity-focused offices are being eliminated, health equity researcher Darrell Hudson reflects on the “why” behind his work.
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Finding your path: Expert reflections on the public health career landscape
In a time of significant changes to the federal public health infrastructure and funding of public health research and programs, we sat down with Ari Renda, PhD, associate director of Career Services, to discuss the evolving job market and how students and graduates can position themselves for success.
How inaccessible childcare affects families and early childhood educators
By Katie Romas
Exploring how the lack of affordable, quality childcare creates significant stress for working parents, particularly affecting low-income families and people of color, while also examining the burnout crisis facing underpaid early childhood educators.
COVID-19 is the latest epidemic to show biomedical breakthroughs aren't enough to eliminate a disease
By Powel H. Kazanjian
COVID-19, syphilis, HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis show that while biomedical breakthroughs are necessary to eliminate epidemic diseases, sustained focus and resources aimed at helping the most socially and economically vulnerable are essential.
The power of family-centered care for chronic illness in African Americans
By Kaitlyn Bowie
Kaitlyn Bowie, a second-year MPH student, explores how family-centered care addresses health disparities in African American communities by fostering collaboration with families, enhancing outcomes, and building trust.
Hidden dangers: The cancer risks of environmental injustice
Justin Colacino
Justin Colacino, associate professor of Environmental Health Sciences and Nutritional Sciences, delves into the connections between pollution, environmental exposures, and cancer disparities.