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Link recognized for leadership by Houston Business Journal

Andrea Link, MD, an assistant professor at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, has been named one of the 2026 Most Admired CEOs by the Houston Business Journal, earning recognition for her leadership, vision, and commitment to community impact.

Harsha Gattimukkala, MD, MPH standing in front of office windows

From Inspiration to Impact: Harsha Gottimukkala’s Path in Epidemiology

Harsha Gottimukkala, MD, MPH, a recent graduate of the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health Epidemiology MPH program, has built a path shaped by personal inspiration, meaningful mentorship, and a growing commitment to advancing population health.

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The public health playbook for the World Cup

The world's largest soccer tournament has arrived in Texas, bringing thousands of international fans together to celebrate the FIFA World Cup.

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2026 Archer fellows head to the Hill  

UTHealth Houston School of Public Health students head to the heart of public health policy each summer under the Graduate Archer Fellowship Program. 


Alumni Spotlight: Dennis Casserly, PhD, CIH

Alumni Spotlight: Dennis Casserly, PhD, CIH

January 24, 2025

Dennis Casserly, PhD, (MS ’76 and PhD ‘79), is the 2024 William D. Wagner Award recipient. Established in 2003 by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, the annual award is presented to a person in the field of national and international worker health and safety who is an outstanding example of commitment and dedication to creating and disseminating occupational exposure values.



UTHealth Houston research: Children born to young men with cancer have slight increases in preterm birth, low-birth-weight, but not birth defects

Caitlin Murphy, PhD, MPH (Photo by UTHealth Houston)

January 14, 2025

Male adolescents and young adults with cancer have a slightly elevated risk of having preterm birth and children with low birth weight, but no increased risk of birth defects in their offspring, according to research by UTHealth Houston. The population-based study was recently published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.






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.




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