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Current Public Health News
A selection of top headlines featuring UNLV experts from the front half of the fall semester.
The Public Health Alumnus of the Year addressed critical need by spearheading the first accredited, hospital-based paramedic training program in Las Vegas.
Public Health professor Gabriela Buccini and her team are studying the needs of mothers and children to help improve health outcomes for families.
A selection of prominent headlines featuring UNLV experts from July and August.
From advancing their professions to improving the lives of others, this year’s honorees are putting their expertise to work in ways that reflect the values and experiences they gained at UNLV.
UNLV epidemiologist Brian Labus and public health alumna Devin Raman explain how disease investigators track outbreaks.
Public Health In The News

Annual 5K walk, volunteer and mental wellness event set for Nov. 21.

Annual 5K walk, volunteer and mental wellness event set for Nov. 21.

Brian Labus, Ph.D., an infectious disease epidemiologist and associate professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, explains why moldy spots on produce aren't necessarily harmful and identifies more serious foodborne illness threats.

Nearly 1 in 3 people admit to cutting mold off food before eating it, according to new survey.
A 43-year-old man developed pneumonia after direct contact with parrots at a zoo, highlighting the under recognized risk of psittacosis.

As children head out tomorrow night to fill their bags with Halloween candy, families are being urged to take extra precautions to prevent allergic reactions.
Public Health Experts