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.
A new study led by UTHealth Houston, EPIDriver, and CECLISA (Center for Advanced Health Clinical Studies in Guatemala) aims to evaluate the health status and environmental exposures of vulnerable populations in Guatemala’s Dry Corridor region.
Four UTHealth Houston School of Public Health students have been selected as 2025 Albert Schweitzer Fellows.
April 18, 2025
The SWCOEH commemorates Workers Memorial Day, an international day of observance for individuals killed, disabled, injured, or made unwell in the course of their work. It serves as a tragic reminder of the preventable nature of workplace fatalities, injuries, and illnesses and underscores the need for ongoing efforts to improve workplace health and safety.
April 17, 2025
The UTHealth Houston School of Public Health’s Center for Health Equity (CHE) has extensive expertise in building interactive data visualization tools to enhance public health research and practice.
April 15, 2025
The Department of Epidemiology welcomes Ami Sedani, PhD, MPH to the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Dallas.
April 14, 2025
A recently published study highlights strategies to build a resilient Community Health Worker (CHWs) workforce to aid public health practices and outreach.
April 10, 2025
According to a new study, researchers found that young adults who viewed political influencers on TikTok reported an increased negative emotional affect.
April 8, 2025
CHPPR hosted the Inaugural UTHealth Houston Colorectal Cancer Symposium on March 24, 2025. Attendees learned about the current state and future of Colorectal Cancer Screening and Prevention from various perspectives: a provider, a researcher, and a colorectal cancer survivor.
April 2, 2025
Marlyn Allicock, PhD, MPH, associate professor of health promotion and behavioral sciences at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Dallas, works closely with the Celebrating Life Foundation (CLF), a non-profit organization whose mission is to educate, encourage, and empower individuals affected by cancer, namely those in the African American community.
April 1, 2025
Professor Sheryl McCurdy, PhD, MA, at UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, was honored with the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) Practice Excellence Award at this year’s ASPPH Annual Meeting.
March 28, 2025
CHPPR researchers are partnering with members of Houston's Haitian community to lead a community assessment study to assess current health needs, community assets, and opportunities for community health improvement.
March 26, 2025
The UTHealth Houston Innovation in Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program (CPRIT) recently announced the selection of five 2025 fellows.
