Olivarez and her passion to pursue higher education
March 24, 2023
Our Impact
New Genetic Discovery Sheds Light on Rare Heart and Organ Positioning Disorders
Researchers identify a new link between rare genetic pairs and increased risk of laterality defects, according to a new study published in The American Journal of Human Genetics.
2025 Albert Schweitzer Fellows Announced
Four UTHealth Houston School of Public Health students have been selected as 2025 Albert Schweitzer Fellows.
Researchers Find Link Between Father's Occupation and Increased Risk of Colorectal Cancer in Offspring
A new study from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and Child Health and Development Studies at the Public Health Institute (PHI) has found that children whose fathers worked in craft, operative, service or labor occupations experienced higher incidence rates of developing colorectal cancer later in life.
Measles Virus Detected in Houston Wastewater Before Cases Were Reported
An innovative outbreak detection program that tracks disease-causing viruses in wastewater identified the measles virus in Houston samples collected in early January 2025, before cases were reported.
UTHealth Houston's new Academic Health Partnership promises greater opportunities for students and public health workers
March 16, 2023
The formalized agreement promises enriched educational opportunities for students, a pipeline to employment for graduates, increased professional development for public health workers, and the streamlining of public health research and delivery for Texans.
UTHealth Houston, UNTHSC Partnership Key to Success of "All for Them" Vaccination Program
March 16, 2023
Establishing a local branch of the All for Them team in North Texas through Thompson and UNTHSC has allowed to bring more life-saving vaccines to children and adolescents in the community.
Nearly $4 million Awarded for Cancer Prevention and Research
March 16, 2023
Projects spearheaded by the School of Public Health researchers focus on promoting healthy habits to prevent cancer, facilitating communication and implementation strategies to promote the HPV vaccine, and utilizing early detection strategies to detect and prevent breast and cervical cancer in underserved Latina communities.
Study shows U.S. migrant farmworkers are more likely to respond to traditional research survey collection methods
March 9, 2023
“Research studies like these are crucial to highlight and consider because the data obtained—using appropriate collection methods—is able to tell us a more complete story of the mental health status, the needs, and the health care access and barriers faced by the most vulnerable working populations in the U.S.”
Student Spotlight: Behind Quiera Booker, MPH
February 27, 2023
The relationships I have built since I came to the school have brought my epidemiology understanding and methodology thought process to a new level.
Black History Month: Inspired by Black leaders and family members, Campbell looks to a career in medicine
February 20, 2023
Kristen Campbell is a School of Public Health student in San Antonio who's looking to follow in her mother's footsteps in the medical field.
Two UTHealth Houston School of Public Health faculty named 2023 inductees into Kenneth I. Shine, MD, Academy
February 20, 2023
The honor is bestowed annually to outstanding faculty from across UT System’s academic health institutions.
A 50-year collection of conferences, classes, and chance happenings
February 14, 2023
They would both enter new experiences in public health, continuing to advocate for the underserved. Together they championed the benefits of public health and instilled their devotion into the child they welcomed into the fold. This year, they will celebrate 42 years of marriage.
Alumni Highlight: Cheryl Camin Murray, JD
February 7, 2023
School of Public Health Alumnus, Cheryl Camin Murray, JD, to Serve as Dallas Bar Association President