Public Health Nutrition students at UConn Health are gaining hands‑on, community‑centered experience thanks to Dr. Angela Bermúdez‑Milán’s innovative approach to teaching public health practice. Through a partnership with the Keney Park Sustainability Project and local health programs, students are applying classroom learning directly to real community needs. In her Public Health Nutrition course, Dr. Bermúdez‑Milán […]
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CPES Research Highlighted by Pew: Promoting Public Health via Cross-Sector Data Sharing
We’re proud to share that research and expertise from the Center for Prevention Evaluation and Statistics (CPES) at UConn Health, led by Dr. Megan O’Grady, were featured in a recent article published by The Pew Charitable Trusts, highlighting Connecticut’s leadership in cross-sector data sharing to strengthen public health policy and practice. The Pew article, “Improving […]
Department of PHS Proudly Supports the Black Family Wellness Expo
On March 21, 2026, the Department of Public Health Sciences was proud to sponsor and host a table at the Black Family Wellness Expo. It was a powerful community event dedicated to advancing health equity and addressing health disparities through education, connection, and access to resources. The Expo brought together families, community organizations, and health […]
Dr. Angela Bermúdez-Millán Keynote Speaker for Health Symposium
We were proud to have Dr. Angela Bermudez-Millan, Ph.D., Associate Professor in the Department of Public Health Sciences, serve as the keynote speaker at the 63rd Connecticut High School Science and Humanities Symposium hosted by UConn Health. Dr. Bermúdez‑Millán shared her work as a public health nutrition researcher, focusing on the social determinants of health […]
PHS Shines at CPHA Conference 2026
The Connecticut Public Health Association (CPHA) held its Annual Conference on Tuesday, March 10, at the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford. This year’s theme was entitled: Public Health Matters: People. Purpose. Progress. This highlighted how public health grows from the collective actions we take to support healthier communities. Reflecting that theme, the Department of Public Health […]
The Decline of Teen Sleep: A Public Health Issue We Can’t Ignore
New national data shows that teens across the U.S. are sleeping far less than they used to — and the trend is accelerating. A new analysis from UConn researcher T. Greg Rhee, published in JAMA, reveals that more than half of teens now report getting under five hours of sleep per night, a level associated […]
Coming Together for Good: Our Winter Donation Drive Success
This year’s Winter Donation Drive was a powerful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together with generosity and heart. Thanks to the kindness of so many supporters, we were able to collect an incredible 602 donated items. This includes of a mix of clothing, food, and essential hygiene products that will make […]
Why Homelessness Is a Public Health Concern – Interview with Hartford Police
Homelessness in Hartford is rising — but it’s more than a housing issue. It’s a public health issue. In this conversation, Community Service Officer Jim Barrett from the Hartford Police Department shares his perspective from the front lines of homelessness outreach. He discusses what’s driving the increase in homelessness in Hartford, the challenges people […]
Rooted in Health: Public Health Sciences Cookbook
Welcome to a space where public health takes root. It’s a celebration of what we plant, nurture, and share as a community committed to health and well-being. At the UConn Department of Public Health Sciences, we believe public health starts in the places we live, learn, work, and grow. From the food on our tables […]
Welcome Our New Faculty: Dr. Jianghong Li
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Jianghong Li to the UConn Department of Public Health Sciences. Dr. Li joins our faculty as a social and behavioral scientist with more than 25 years of experience conducting applied research alongside underserved and marginalized populations experiencing health disparities. Dr. Li’s work is deeply rooted in community-based and community-engaged […]