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Ami Sedani, PhD

Researchers Spur New Efforts to Ensure Equitable Access to Colorectal Cancer Screenings

Researchers examine a pivotal opportunity in detecting and preventing early-onset colorectal cancer.

A MAGIC district partner helping lead an in-school training session.

CHPPR Researchers Expand School-Based Physical Activity Program to Reduce Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Children

MAGIC (Movement for Academic Growth In Classrooms) aims to help schools better integrate physical activity throughout the school day to reduce cardiovascular disease risk factors that can often start early in life.

Ru-Jye Chuang, DrPH, MS, CHE faculty and assistant professor and professor Shreela Sharma, PhD, RDN, LD.

School-Based Nutrition Program promotes Health Opportunities in Acres Homes Community

The Center for Health Equity (CHE) in collaboration The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the National Cancer Institute (NCI), has been awarded $74,970 to evaluate the impact of the Brighter Bites program.

Archer fellows pictured in front of backdrop.

2025 Archer Fellows Spend the Summer in the Heart of U.S. Policy

The Graduate Archer Fellowship Program offers outstanding graduate students from across the University of Texas System a unique opportunity to live, learn, and work in Washington, DC.



Focused philanthropy: One family targets meaningful impact

Ralph and Susan Hawkins

January 6, 2025

Ralph and Susan Hawkins understand how overwhelming the world’s challenges can feel. That's why they chose to focus their philanthropy, dedicating themselves to supporting children and students in health, education, and financial stability.

What began as small annual donations after their college graduation has flourished into a lifetime commitment. Now, through an estate plan with the School of Public Health, they are set to make a lasting impact on pediatric health for generations to come.



2024 Lookback: Top UTHealth Houston stories

Photo collage by UTHealth Houston

December 16, 2024

Over the past year, UTHealth Houston achieved significant milestones in innovation, research, community health, and education, reinforcing its position as a leader in both the academic and health care sectors. To highlight these key moments, here are the top stories of 2024.



Department of Biostatistics and Data Science Celebrates 55 Years of Excellence

Group photo at the Department Biostatistics and Data Science alumni reception.

December 9, 2024

This fall, the Department of Biostatistics and Data Science at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health proudly marked its 55th anniversary. Since its establishment in 1969 as the Division of Biometry, the department has been a cornerstone of academic innovation and collaboration in the evolution of biostatistics and data science




Closed Loop Referral demonstration project: building the technology to improve health outcomes

Network of people

December 3, 2024

Food is Medicine (FIM) is a transformative concept that emphasizes the provision of healthy food as a means to prevent, manage, or treat specific clinical conditions and is integrated within the healthcare system.1 The Center for Health Equity (CHE) has a portfolio of efforts spanning coalition building, research, and policy to accelerate FIM in Texas.   



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