Additionally, a $42.5 million gift from Joe C. Wen and family named the school and will support its highest priorities: Lead in innovative research and training, address diverse public health challenges, and advance health equity and public health education. Read more.
Suellen Hopfer published a study in Environmental Research Health examining the compounded effects of frequent wildfires on the physical and mental health of Southern California communities, particularly in the eastern Coachella Valley.
Resulting health challenges are respiratory issues and psychological stress, and underscores the urgent need for better emergency preparedness, communication, and tailored support for vulnerable populations. Read more.
Findings underscore how certain policies disproportionately affect Mexican-born women, exacerbating issues such as family separation and access to healthcare. This study is a crucial contribution to understanding the broader implications of immigration legislation on vulnerable populations. Read more.
Nichole Quick joins Wen Public Health as the new Director of Master of Public Helath Program & Practice and a health sciences associate clinical professor. Her experience in occupational health also benefits the larger UC Irvine campus.
Quick’s career is marked by her dedication to improving population health through her work in governmental public health service and healthcare leadership. Read more.
“The positive finding from our study is that most fee-for-service Medicaid programs across the states covered routine eye exams, which are vital for detecting and addressing vision issues early.”
