Best University Of Iowa College Of Public Health Podcasts (2025)

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Aging, Joy, and Changing the Narrative (Part 2) 24:33

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Part 2: Care-giving, Innovation, and Lessons from Older Adults: what does it take to age well in practice—and what can younger generations learn from those who’ve gone before us? In Part Two, we continue our conversation with Jennifer Jones and Angela Charsha-Harney to look at the realities of care-giving, promising practices like age-friendly heal…

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Aging, Joy, and Changing the Narrative (Part 1) 48:57

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Aging is something we all share in common, yet it’s often framed as decline rather than growth. In this first part of our conversation with Jennifer Jones of the Csomay Center for Gerontological Excellence and Angela Charsha-Harney, Associate Director of Fitness and founder of thinkJOY, we explore how reframing aging can transform health and commun…

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Persistent Pollution: Reducing the Risk of PCBs on Brain Health with Dr. Amanda Bullert 25:15

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Even though polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) were banned nearly 50 years ago, these persistent chemicals are still part of our daily environment. In this episode of Plugged into Public Health, we talk with Dr. Amanda Bullert, neuroscientist and research consultant at the University of Minnesota, about what PCBs are, how exposure still happens today…

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Regulating Risk: Dr. Peter Thorne on EPA & FDA Science (Part 2) 22:43

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What happens when science and policy collide — and how can we prepare for the environmental health challenges ahead?In part two of our series with Dr. Peter Thorne, University of Iowa Distinguished Chair and Professor of Occupational and Environmental Health, we dig into persistent pollutants, climate change, and the future of science-informed poli…

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Regulating Risk: Dr. Peter Thorne on EPA & FDA Science (Part 1) 28:50

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In this two-part interview, Dr. Peter Thorne, University of Iowa Distinguished Chair and Professor of Occupational and Environmental Health and a leading expert in toxicology, provides an in-depth overview of how the federal government regulates chemicals in food, water, and air. Key points:• The EPA and FDA are science-based organizations that int…

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Prescribing Movement: Dr. Lucas Carr on exercise as medicine for chronic disease prevention 33:39

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This episode discusses physical activity and its role in preventing chronic disease, featuring an interview with Dr. Lucas Carr, an associate professor of Health and Human Physiology at the University of Iowa and leading researcher in lifestyle interventions and health behavior change. Key points include:Dr. Carr's research focuses on the behavior …

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From Iowa to Impact: Madison Snitker Harrelson on local public health and emergency readiness 31:37

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Lauren welcomes UI College of Public Health alumna Madison Snitker Harrelson, who is currently serving as a health educator and emergency preparedness coordinator for Dodge County Public Health in Minnesota. In this role, she combines strategic planning with community engagement to prepare the county for emergencies ranging from extreme weather to …

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Talking disability advocacy, inclusive recreation, and entrepreneurship with Megan Mindy 36:43

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Lauren welcomes her guest Megan Mindy, a recent public health graduate from the University of Iowa. Megan shares her journey blending her passions for disability advocacy, inclusive recreation, and entrepreneurship. Her experiences include an internship at the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, participation in the LEND…

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Examining the impacts of relaxed staff training and licensing requirements on nursing homes 35:28

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Lauren welcomes Gulrukh Mehboob for a discussion about the impacts of relaxed staff training and licensing requirements on nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. Gul is a Fulbright PhD scholar at the University of Iowa College of Public Health, studying health workforce policy, particularly in long-term care settings.• Between March 2020 and S…

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Culturally Responsive Breast Cancer Prevention, Screening, Treatment, and Care 33:28

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This week's episode inludes a terrific discussion about the Breast Cancer Prevention Program (BCPP) at the National University of Singapore, a multifaceted research initiative aimed at improving breast cancer screening, care, and prevention in Southeast Asia. Led by Dr. Mikael Hartman and Jenny, the program collaborates with medical anthropologist …

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Changing Stigma to Support: Dr. Nichole Nidey and the Empower Project 31:27

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Dr. Nichole Nidey joins Lauren to talk about the Empower Project; a collaborative effort that aims to improve research and clinical care related to substance use during pregnancy. It includes researchers, healthcare professionals, and individuals with lived experience of drug use during pregnancy. The project has grown from an initial group of 6 mo…

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Changing the Global Health Paradigm 28:04

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This episode features an interview with Dr. Shadi Saleh, the founding director of the Global Health Institute at the American University of Beirut. Dr. Saleh discusses the institute's work to shift the global health paradigm from a North-led, implementer-driven model to one where institutions in the Global South are originators of context-driven so…

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Diagnostics and Data: How Dr. Vijay Golla is Redefining Public Health Strategy 18:23

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This week, Lauren welcomes UI College of Public Health alumnus and recipient of the college's 2024 Outstanding Alumni Award, Dr. Vijay Golla. They discuss his journey into public health that began with his medical training in India, where he became interested in preventive medicine and social medicine. This led him to pursue a Ph.D. in industrial h…

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The Iowa Cancer Registry and the "99 Counties" project 26:38

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Lauren welcomes Mary Charlton to the podcast to discuss the Iowa Cancer Registry's "99 Counties" project.The "Cancer in Iowa 99 Counties" project aims to educate Iowans about the high cancer rates in the state, the types of cancer driving these rates, and risk factors that can be addressed through policy and community actionIowa has the second-high…

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Career Readiness and Preparing for Life after College - Part 2 27:43

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This is part 2 with guests, Jeanie Kimbel and Sophie Switzer from the University of Iowa College of Public Health's Career Services Office. They provide practical tips on building authentic connections, asking the right questions, and mapping your next steps, even if you're not sure where you want to end up. They emphasize that networking is more t…

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Career Readiness and Preparing for Life after College - Part 1 30:46

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This two-part podcast episode discusses career readiness and preparation for a career in public health. The guests, Jeanie Kimbel and Sophie Switzer from the University of Iowa College of Public Health's Career Services Office, provide practical advice on getting started with the job search, including tips for crafting resumes and cover letters, av…

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Building Bridges: advocating for public health with Anjali Deshpande 38:53

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This episode features an interview with Dr. Anjali Deshpande, a clinical associate professor in epidemiology at the University of Iowa College of Public Health and the current president of the Iowa Public Health Association (IPHA). Dr. Deshpande discusses her journey into public health, the role of IPHA in advocating for and strengthening public he…

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Fresh Perspectives: get to know our newest student podcasters 27:01

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This week, Lauren introduces some of our newest student podcasters, Raj, Caroline, and Max. They discuss their backgrounds, what excites them about public health, and their experiences so far in graduate school. Key takeaways:The podcasters come from diverse backgrounds, including epidemiology, agricultural safety and health, and public health more…

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The Intersection of Public Health and Clinical Medicine: A conversation with Denise Jamieson 27:51

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In this episode, Dr. Denise Jamieson, the Vice President for Medical Affairs and Dean of the Carver College of Medicine at the University of Iowa, shares her vision and priorities for improving healthcare in Iowa. She focuses on serving the state’s 3.2 million residents through clinical care, education, and research at UI Health Care. Dr. Jamieson …

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Talking Challenges and Opportunities in Rural Health with Alana Knudson 23:27

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Tristan and Victor host a discussion with Dr. Alana Knudson, director and Senior Fellow at the NORC Walsh Center for Rural Health Analysis. Key points include:Dr. Knudson's early passion for rural health, stemming from her upbringing in a rural North Dakota community and work with the state's Department of Health.The challenges facing rural communi…

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Social Connections and Public Health 33:00

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This podcast episode explores the critical role of social connections in public health with researcher and faculty member Dr. Paul Gilbert. Dr. Gilbert discusses how social determinants of health, including the social environment and community structures, shape our well-being. He highlights the importance of social ties and the negative impacts of …

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The Role of Fluoride in Public Health and Oral Health: with guest Dr. Steven Levy 52:31

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Lauren welcomes her guest, Dr. Steven Levy, to talk about the role of fluoride in public health and oral health and the controversy about a recent study making an association between fluoride exposure and children's IQ. They also touch on:The history and rationale behind water fluoridation as a key public health intervention to prevent tooth decay,…

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Leadership and Team Building with Fran McCaffrey, Matt Howard, and Jon Darsee 1:05:24

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Lauren welcomes 3 very special guests for this episode exploring leadership and building successful teams: Fran McCaffrey, the head coach of the University of Iowa men's basketball team; Dr. Matt Howard, Chief of Neurosurgery at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics; and Jon Darsee, Chief Innovation Officer at the University of Iowa and presi…

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Reflections on 40 Years in Global Health with Dr. Jim Yong Kim 34:28

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In this episode, Lauren welcomes a very special guest; Dr. Jim Yong Kim, partner, vice chairman, and Global Infrastructure Partners (a part of BlackRock) emerging markets chairman as well as former President of the World Bank Group and director of the World Health Organization’s HIV/AIDS department.Dr. Kim's background growing up in Iowa with Korea…

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Under the Weather: atmospheric science and public health Pt. 2 23:35

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This is part 2 of Lauren's conversation with Dr. Wang about his work in atmospheric science and implications for public health.Dr. Jun Wang's lab at the University of Iowa is developing innovative technologies for satellite remote sensing and low-cost environmental sensors to better understand and combat challenges like wildfires, air quality, and …

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Under the Weather: atmospheric science and public health Pt. 1 26:09

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This two-part episode of the "Plugged In to Public Health" podcast features an interview with Dr. Jun Wang, an accomplished scientist and professor in the field of atmospheric sciences at the University of Iowa. Dr. Wang grew up in a rural community in eastern China, where he developed a fascination with weather and climate from a young age. He was…

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Climate Change and the Impacts on Vulnerable Populations 35:16

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Lauren's guest this week is Dr. Tamara Marcus.Dr. Marcus is a climate scientist and activist co-founding Empowered Solutions Collective, a sustainability consulting group in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Her journey began in undergraduate studies, where she pivoted from pre-med to climate research, working in diverse ecosystems around the world.As an activis…

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Water, Water Everywhere: water access as a public health issue 23:54

12M ago23:54

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Halle Eisfelder, a senior environmental engineering student at the University of Iowa, shares her experiences working on clean water initiatives in rural India. Her journey highlights the critical importance of water access as a public health issue and the power of community-driven solutions. Halle describes the lack of running water and reliance o…

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Making a Positive Impact on Public Health and Equity: a student perspective with Kassie Owens 27:00

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Our guest this week is Kassie Owens, a master's student in health administration and health policy at the University of Iowa. She shares her unique journey that led her to explore healthcare policy and management. Kassie discusses her recent global health internship in Romania, where she worked with the local LGBTQ community on healthcare access an…

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How Did I Get Here? A professional journey with Dr. Daniela Moga 47:50

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Lauren interviews Daniela Moga about her professional journey from medical training in her home country of Romania to pursuing degrees in public health and epidemiology at the University of Iowa to her current career in pharmacoepidemiology at the University of Kentucky.A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.ed…

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Glancing Back While Moving Ahead: a chat with Dean Edith Parker 31:23

1y ago31:23

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This week's episode features a discussion with University of Iowa College of Public Health Dean, Edith Parker. This year is the college's 25th anniversary and Dean Parker touches in some past accomplishments and milestones while looking ahead to future challenges and opportunities. She also talks about her personal journey to the field of public he…

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Citizens of the World: public health and the global learning experience 37:22

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New season, new name, new look, same great content.Get 'Plugged in to Public Health' with this terrific conversation about global health and the study abroad experience with epidemiology student Emily Jester, who spent time in Romania last summer working and learning about public health, violence, and injury prevention issues there.A transcript of …

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Addiction Treatment and Public Health Part 2: a discussion with Dr. Josiah Rich 27:52

1y ago27:52

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Part 2 of 2: Lauren and Josiah Rich continue their conversation about the current state of medical education and the opioid epidemic and touch on the history of the crisis, the challenges faced in addressing addiction treatment, and the need for improvements in medical school curriculums. Dr. Rich also highlights the dangers of contaminated illegal…

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Addiction Treatment and Public Health Part 1: a discussion with Dr. Josiah Rich 31:37

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Part 1 of 2...Lauren welcomes guest Dr. Josiah Rich for a discussion on addiction treatment and public health, particularly in relation to the HIV epidemic and injection drug use in Rhode Island. He highlights the impact of a law outlawing the possession of a single syringe, which led to a decrease in HIV transmission. He also mentions the routine …

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Is "Look Both Ways" enough? Teaching children about modern pedestrian safety. 35:34

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Dr. Elizabeth O'Neal, a transportation safety expert and professor at the University of Iowa College of Public Health, discusses her research on pedestrian safety, particularly in relation to driverless vehicles and children. She explains that her research uses virtual environments to study how children interact with traffic and make crossing decis…

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Saying Goodbye: graduating hosts Rasika and Garrett reflect on their experiences and look ahead 29:53

1+ y ago29:53

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In this episode of "From the Front Row," the hosts say goodbye to two student podcasters who are graduating. They discuss the challenges they faced during their academic journey and offer advice to incoming students. The hosts also reflect on how hosting the podcast has influenced their perspective on their field of study and improved their communi…

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Rural Healthcare: discussing the challenges and assessing the opportunities 1:03:15

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This episode features a panel discussion on rural healthcare, sponsored by the Student Association of Rural Health at the University of Iowa College of Public Health. The panelists emphasized the importance of relationships and community and discussed the need for rural primary care providers to be comfortable with being uncomfortable and knowing w…

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Talking health, gender, and demographics with Dr. M Sivakami 36:55

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Dr. Sivakami, a professor at the Tata Institute of Social Science in India, discusses her background in population studies and her transition from quantitative to qualitative research methods. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration and international recognition in advancing research goals. Dr. Sivakami also discusses her work on menstrual h…

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Rural Pharmacies: exploring their pivotal role in providing vital healthcare services 46:04

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This week's episode is a panel discussion on rural pharmacies hosted by the University of Iowa's Student Association for Rural Health. The panelists included Erin Riffel, Pharmacist in Charge at Cornerstone Apothecary in Marengo, Iowa; Sarah Fitzpatrick, a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist at Washington County Hospital & Clinics; and Jeanine Abrons, a C…

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Intimate Partner Violence: evolving understanding and changing policy 39:27

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Lauren welcomes Dr. Mark Berg and Kaylin Campbell from the University of Iowa's Public Policy Center to talk about intimate partner violence (IPV) from sociological, psychological, and public health perspectives and how views and policies about IPV have been changing.A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/n…

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Modern healthcare, public health, and digital communications 35:04

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Dr. Marius Ungureanu, executive director of the Cluj School of Public Health in Romania and Dr. Radu Meza professor in journalism and media at Babeș-Bolyai University in Romania join Rasika and Victor for a conversation about the healthcare systems and public health issues in the US and Romania and how digital communications strategies play a role …

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Huntington's Disease: a personal and professional journey with Amy Ogilvie 35:31

1+ y ago35:31

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Lauren welcomes Dr. Amy Ogilvie to the podcast for a discussion about her personal and professional interest in Huntington's Disease as well as her journey to earn a PhD in Epidemiology.A transcript of this episode will be available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-discussing-huntingtons-disease-with-amy-ogilvie/…

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HIV Prevention and the University of Iowa's PrEP Clinic 20:35

1+ y ago20:35

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Michelle Miller from the UI's PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) Clinic joins Rasika for a great conversation about HIV prevention.Learn more about the PrEP Clinic at: https://uihc.org/services/prep-clinicA transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-hiv-prevention-and-the-university-of-…

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Public Transportation: a historical look at Cambus, Iowa City's original free bus service 26:52

1+ y ago26:52

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Rasika has a great chat with Dr. Ken Anderson about the creation of Cambus, the University of Iowa's free bus service, and how access to free, convenient public transportation benefits the larger Iowa City community as well.A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-public-transpor…

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Advice for students and finding a career in public health: a chat with alumna Kelsey Feller 30:27

1+ y ago30:27

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Enjoy this great chat with UI College of Public Health alumna and 2023 Outstanding Alumni Award recipient, Kelsey Feller. She is bureau chief of Data Sharing, Privacy and Open Records in the Division of Compliance at the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (IDHHS) where she balances the importance of data security and privacy with facilita…

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Way up North: discussing the challenges of public health work in Alaska 32:23

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This week Lauren welcomes Carla Britton, lead epidemiologist/ deputy director of the Alaska Native Epidemiology Center in Anchorage and recipient of our 2023 Outstanding Alumni Award. The discuss Carla's non-traditional path to her current career as well as her work with Alaska's Native population and some of the challenges of public health work in…

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Stereotypes and Stigma: Asian Americans, mental health, and culturally responsive care 27:06

1+ y ago27:06

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Amy welcomes Ti Hsu, a PhD candidate in clinical psychology at the University of Iowa to discuss stereotypes and stigma surrounding the mental health of Asian Americans and creating culturally responsive therapy services among different populations.A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-…

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Pedal Power: the Iowa City Bike Library and public health benefits of access to biking resources 23:55

2y ago23:55

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Garrett has a great chat with Walter Linares from the Iowa City Bike Library as they discuss the public health benefits of biking and community-wide access to cycling resources.Learn more about the bike library at https://www.icbikelibrary.org/A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front…

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Cold and Flu Season: infection prevention with hospital epidemiologist Mariah Gesink 34:00

2y ago34:00

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Rasika welcomes guest Mariah Gesink, a hospital epidemiologist, to discuss the upcoming cold and flu season and steps you can take to lessen the chances of getting sick.A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-infection-prevention-with-hospital-epidemiologist-mariah-gesink/Have a…

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Environmental Justice and Public Health: a conversation with Peggy Shepard 43:53

2y ago43:53

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Lauren's guest is Peggy Shepard, co-founder and executive director of WE ACT for Environmental Justice. Peggy has long history of organizing and engaging Northern Manhattan residents in community-based planning and campaigns to address environmental protection and environmental health policy locally and nationally.Read more about WE ACT for Environ…