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Q&A: Former dean and longtime Austin employees reflect on the location’s journey

Through the eyes of longtime friends and employees, UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Austin has traced the journey from its modest beginnings to its current state-of-the-art facility. These personal accounts highlight successes and challenges, milestones, and the evolving vision that has shaped this vital public health institution in Central Texas.

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Resource Guide: Child Obesity Research

Improving child health is a cornerstone of the Michael & Susan Dell Center for Healthy Living's mission, and we invite you to explore the Center's valuable resources focused on improving child and adolescent obesity throughout Texas, the US, and beyond.

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As food insecurity rises in Texas, a Houston Dollar General will now offer a produce section

Shreela Sharma, PhD, was interviewed by the Houston Chronicle about how discount stores like Dollar General are making produce available for food insecure families.

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Q&A: Regional Dean Deanna Hoelscher details the Austin location’s new space!

Students, staff, and faculty at the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Austin and the Michael & Susan Dell Center for Healthy Living are preparing for a new chapter in a new location three blocks north of the Texas Capitol. Dr. Deanna Hoelscher, Center director and regional dean, spoke about what this move means and what to expect from the new space.

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Adding a Spoonful of Honey to Yogurt Might Give Probiotics a Boost

Dolores Woods, RD, talked to VeryWell Health about a new study that found adding a spoonful of honey to your yogurt adds a boost of probiotics. The story was picked up by MSN.

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Despite record heat-related deaths, experts say there's likely even more

Kevin Lanza, PhD, spoke to KTRK-TV Channel 13 about a statewide increase in heat-related deaths.

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Is yogurt healthy? Why you need to add this breakfast staple to your routine.

Dolores Woods, RDN, was interviewed by USA Today about whether yogurt is good for you. The interview was picked up by AOL.

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Vaping among students a top concern in Cy-Fair ISD

Steven Kelder, PhD, MPH, talked to Community Impact about e-cigarette use among high schoolers.

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Meet Dr. Michael Mrazek, our Newest Center Faculty Member!

Dr. Michael Mrazek joined UTHealth School of Public Health in Austin in June. His research, primarily funded by the U.S. Department of Education, leverages emerging technologies to improve the attention span and mental health of adolescents.

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Inside vs. Outside: Which Workout Is Best?

Kevin Lanza, PhD, was interviewed by VeryWell Health about physical activity in natural settings.

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Could Texas Save Money by Giving Free Ozempic to Diabetes Patients?

Leah Whigham, PhD, talked to Texas Monthly for a story about the possibility of free Ozempic for patients with diabetes.

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Working in the heat after Beryl can take a physical and mental toll

Kevin Lanza, PhD, appeared on Houston Public Media’s “Houston Matters” show to talk about what OSHA is proposing to do about extreme heat for millions of workers.

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No power? Can't leave your home? Here are ways to make it through the heat after Hurricane Beryl

Kevin Lanza, PhD, was interviewed by KTRK-TV Channel 13 about how to stay cool as Houston and surrounding areas face extreme heat with no power after the hurricane.

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Top news of June: FAA guidelines, In-N-Out, microaggressions, more

Adriana Perez, PhD, was included in a Healio top news for the month of June story, which highlighted her study showing electronic nicotine delivery systems are linked to a higher risk for earlier asthma onset.

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Understanding Preeclampsia: A Guide for Preeclampsia Awareness Month

TCHMB developed Understanding Preeclampsia: A Guide for Preeclampsia Awareness Month to support improved care and outcomes for preeclampsia patients in Texas.

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Student Spotlight: Emily Torres, MPH

Emily Torres, a graduate assistant at the Michael & Susan Dell Center for Healthy Living since October 2022, is looking forward to receiving her Master of Public Health from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Austin!  As graduation is a time for academic reflection, Torres — an El Paso native — answered several questions about her experiences at the Austin location and what drew her to a career in public health policy. 

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Resource Guide: Mental Health Research

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Check out some of the Center’s work related to mental health.

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Resource Guide: Physical Fitness and Activity Research

This May, celebrate National Physical Fitness and Sports Month by learning how to incorporate movement into your daily life!

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Celebrating the 10-Year Anniversary of CATCH Global Foundation: A Research & Resource Round-Up

Join us in celebrating CATCH Global Foundation’s 10-year anniversary by learning more about its resources and the research from Michael & Susan Dell Center for Healthy Living investigators that provides the evidence base for this work.

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2024 public health research and resources

The first full week of April marks National Public Health Week, during which public health contributions and issues are highlighted. Celebrate this week, in part, by learning more about many of the Center’s public health efforts and research projects.