A study led by Leigh Turner and international collaborators found that regulatory crackdowns in Australia and Canada reduced direct-to-consumer marketing ofunproven stem cell treatments by 60%.
The research highlights the positive impact of increased oversight in curbing predatory practices that pose risks to patient safety and scientific integrity. READ MORE
Wen Public Health is mourning the passing of Dr. Bruce Albala, professor of environmental and occupational health. A distinguished researcher, educator, and mentor, Dr. Albala's impactful career spanned academia and the pharmaceutical industry.
Beloved for his dedication to students and his groundbreaking work in clinical research, Albala's legacy of scientific contributions and mentorship will continue to inspire for generations to come. He is survived by his wife, Bernadette Boden-Albala, and his family. READ MORE
In a literature review, Matthew Landry highlights the cardiovascular benefits of vegetarian and vegan diets. The study found a 15% reduction in cardiovascular disease risk and improvements in key health markers such as blood pressure and LDL cholesterol. The findings suggest plant-based diets could play a significant role in clinical strategies for heart health. READ MORE
Women's health demands immediate action now more than ever. Join us for a half-day summit of engaging content, conversations, & networking. Ticket price includes breakfast, lunch, and parking.
Alana LeBrón and Melina Michelen introduce flexible coding as a powerful approach in public health research, especially valuable for community-based studies. This adaptable method enables researchers to refine qualitative data analysis to better address community needs and improve research outcomes. READ MORE
LEADERSHIP PERSPECTIVES
'Essence of public health in practice in 3 parts'
Founding Dean Bernadette Boden-Albala shares her philosophy on public health in practice. She defines public health as the optimization of the health & wellbeing of all communities: health equity!
Boden-Albala believes the essence of public health in practice comes in 3 parts:
Get the science right to build a strong knowledge base
Foster innovation in every effort
Translate research into community impact through partnerships
The message is clear: do nothing without passion!
While the Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health officially launched in July, we're still in our First 100 Days of the academic year. Join us during our 100 Days Campaign to support our mission of taking on the biggest public health challenges with one core goal: health equity for all.
"I am a firm believer that if we want to create healthy people in healthy communities, we need to take a public health approach, which means focusing on upstream determinants like education, housing, transportation, and addressing systemic racism.” - Susan Polan, PhD, Wen Public Health Lauds & Laurels honoree
“It helps to be very supportive in letting survivors know how to fully engage with the health care system. Many of the systematic aspects of the health care system are so overwhelming, some survivors may give up on navigating it. One of the strongest risk factors for dropping out of care is the length of time since diagnosis.”
- Cancer survivorship expert & faculty member, Joel Milam
