Regular Depression Screening May Benefit High Schoolers, New Research Finds A recent study led by Dr. Greg Rhee, a faculty researcher in the UConn Department of Public Health Sciences, suggests that routine mental health screenings in high schools could lead to earlier identification and support for students experiencing depression. Published in JAMA Network Open, the […]
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Dr. Gregorio Secures $1.9M Contract to Strengthen CT’s Public Health Workforce Pipeline
Dr. Gregorio, Professor, UConn’s Department of Public Health Sciences was recently awarded a $1,900,000 contract from the Connecticut Department of Public Health titled “Education-Enhanced Pipeline to a Public Health Science Corps”. The effort is intended to increase the number and professional abilities of public health workers in Connecticut, while simultaneously fostering a statewide culture that […]
Dr. Bing Lu Awarded NIH Grant to Study Alcohol’s Metabolomic Link to Knee Osteoarthritis
Dr. Lu is a Professor in Biostatistics and Epidemiology at the Department of Public Health Sciences. He was just awarded a 2-year grant R21AR085243 from NIH/NIAMS (National Institute of Arthritits and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases) titled “Metabolomic Signatures of Alcohol Consumption and Risk of Knee Osteoarthritis” for $402,022. This project will assess whether metabolomic signatures […]
Dr. Angela Bermúdez-Millán Represents UConn Public Health at the Puerto Ricans Connecticut Summit
Dr. Angela Bermúdez-Millán, one of our faculty, joined fellow advocates and leaders at the Puerto Ricans Connecticut summit this past weekend. Together, they worked to create a collective agenda addressing health inequities, leadership, and other critical issues impacting Puerto Ricans in Connecticut. Event Highlights: Plenary panel with the Connecticut Puerto Rican and Latino Caucus Discussions […]
Congrats to Stefanie Farkas & Lisa Parenteau for their PAW Award
The October/November NIH grant cycle is always a busy time, with deadlines looming and submissions piling up. This year was no exception, and navigating the complexities of multiple grant proposals required incredible organization, dedication, and teamwork. In the midst of this demanding period, two individuals stood out for their extraordinary efforts: Stefanie Farkas and Lisa Parenteau. […]
Spotlight on Excellence: Dr. Rogie Royce Carandang Recognized by JPHE
We’re proud to share that Rogie Royce Carandang, one of our esteemed Postdoctoral Research Fellows, has been recognized as an Outstanding Author by the Journal of Public Health and Emergency (JPHE)! This honor highlights his dedication to advancing research and contributing meaningful insights to the field of public health. In a recent interview with JPHE, […]
UConn Public Health Wraps Up Successful Donation Drive for Survivors of Domestic Violence
This holiday season, the UConn Department of Public Health Sciences demonstrated the power of community by hosting a donation drive to support survivors of domestic violence at the Prudence Crandall Center. From November 13 to December 17, faculty, staff, students, and community members joined forces to provide essential items that will bring comfort and hope […]
Hispanic Health Council Maternal Health Conference
The Hispanic Health Council recently held its inaugural Maternal Health Conference, focusing on improving outcomes for people of color. Topics included: Social Determinants of Health Addressing housing, transportation, food security, and healthcare access. Care Experiences Tackling language barriers, implicit bias, and health literacy challenges. Equitable Access Exploring the impact of insurance, citizenship status, and quality […]
Advancing Rural Maternal Health: 2024 New England Rural Health Conference
At the 2024 New England Rural Health Association Conference, our department had the privilege of leading a session titled Obstetric Life Support: Preparing Healthcare Workers to Optimize Equitable Treatment of Maternal Medical Emergencies in Rural New England. Guided by Dr. Andrea Shields, Principal Investigator and Associate Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology at UConn, the session […]
Dr. Angela Bermúdez-Millán: Bridging Research and Community in Public Health
Dr. Angela Bermúdez-Millán, an associate professor-in-residence in the Department of Public Health Sciences at UConn, has built her career around direct, community-focused engagement. Her research addresses critical public health challenges like food insecurity and its related health impacts, with a particular focus on vulnerable populations. Central to her work is a community-based participatory framework that […]