Department of Environmental and Global Health News
The Department of Environmental and Global Health emphasizes the role of air, water, the home environment, and the workplace as critical determinants of health. Our accredited programs provide mentorship, community involvement opportunities, and research projects for students to grow as experts and leaders in their fields.
Current Environmental and Global Health News
Common professors, life lessons, and support shaped one family's experience at UNLV.
Through travel and research, soon-to-be graduate Makenzi Perkins found her path in public health.
Ying Guo, 2026 Community-Based Research Award recipient, works with Boys Town Nevada to improve support systems available for Clark County children and families.
Some of the most vibrant headlines featuring UNLV faculty and students.
A look at some of the most eye-grabbing headlines featuring UNLV faculty, staff, and students.
In longstanding tradition, UNLV president recognizes seven students whose academic and community achievements embody the Rebel spirit of the graduating class.
Environmental and Global Health In The News
Studies reveal extreme pitch changes in music confuse bugs and reduce biting attempts.
Mosquitoes are having a banner year in Clark County. The Southern Nevada Health District has captured and submitted 20,041 mosquitoes for testing so far in 2026, more than double the 9,888 recorded through the same period last year, according to health district data.
Louisa Messenger, a researcher at UNLV’s mosquito lab, said less than 1 percent of people with West Nile virus develop neuroinvasive cases. The virus crosses the blood-brain barrier and causes symptoms like meningitis and inflammation of the tissues of the brain.
From deploying natural predators like bats to the strategic release of genetically modified mosquitoes, discover the cutting-edge science and "biological hacking" being used to protect Southern Nevada from unpredictable diseases like the West Nile virus.
Valley students learned how to take care of their bodies and minds while having some fun Friday. The Raiders and the UNLV School of Public Health hosted a flag football camp at the team’s headquarters in Henderson. It’s part of the RUSH program, or Raiders-UNLV Sports and Public Health. Two hundred students from three valley middle schools took part, learning about nutrition, mental health and physical health while also doing flag football drills.
This summer, don’t be alarmed if mosquitoes decide to ruin your summer cookout. Depending on where you live, you might see a significant spike in mosquito activity in the months ahead.
