Author: Lauren Baggett
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Farming under the influence?
One in five farmers report binge drinking during stressful times.
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Researchers to develop tool to predict measles outbreaks
A grant from the Gates Foundation will propel this effort.
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Study underlines role of past injustices in medical mistrust
Memory of Tuskegee impacted vaccine uptake among Black Americans in the South.
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Inaugural Research Day celebrates team science
College of Public Health faculty, staff and students gathered to share findings and inspire collaboration.
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Clinical assistant professor is also a lifelong learner
Christina Proctor helps students get comfortable discussing difficult health topics.
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Women farm owners more apt to binge drink
Farmers experience higher levels of work-related stress compared to other industries.
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Study questions benefit of new Alzheimer’s drug
Cost, time burden and side effects may not be worth the minimal benefit.
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Fostering a cat can ease loneliness
This study one of the first to demonstrate cat companions are beneficial like dogs.
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UGA receives multiyear grant to address obesity in Georgia
The CDC funds will be used to improve access to healthy foods and physical activity.
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Study investigates using telemedicine for flu diagnosis
Almost a quarter of Americans now opt for a telehealth visit.
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Extending outreach to rural communities via faith leaders
A team of UGA students spearheaded the project.
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Colorful foods improve athletes’ vision
Visual range is a critical asset for top athletes in almost any sport.
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Program supports people with dementia and caregivers
UGA CARE Center and Botanical Garden partner to offer sensory-based enrichment.
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Public Health dean establishes scholarship to support first-gen students
The fund will provide need-based scholarships for public health graduate students who are first-generation students.
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Artificial intelligence could reduce barriers to TB care
AI has potential to reduce health care worker burnout and improve quality of care.
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Health care workers struggle to recall emergency codes
Workers only matched code words to corresponding emergencies 44% of the time.
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Farmers face severe mental health care barriers
Study reveals certain norms make seeking help difficult.
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CDC funds Pathogen Genomics Center of Excellence
The center is intended to strengthen public health response to infectious disease threats.
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New initiative aims to address CNA shortages
With support of $11 million grant, UGA is addressing workforce challenges.
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Assistant professor shares his passion for discovery
Allan Tate helps students learn to work with big data.
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Motherhood at work: Exploring maternal mental health
Postpartum is affecting mental health at work. What can companies do about it?
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Current vaccine approach not enough to eradicate measles
New study models the feasibility of eliminating measles and rubella.
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75% of teens aren’t getting recommended daily exercise
Feeling safe at school may be linked to higher physical activity levels.
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