News: School of Public Health

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Just when we thought infectious disease outbreaks were becoming old hat, another public health risk emerges. UNLV epidemiologist Brian Labus explains.

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Week-long program uncovers the 'hidden curriculum' in graduate education for students in STEM disciplines.

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The Top Tier initiative is aimed at unifying the university’s health sciences programs.

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Former UNLV lineman Ammir Aziz uses his experience to block suicide in young people of color through the nonprofit The Defensive Line.

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School of Public Health's partnership with the nonprofit addresses mental health issues in Southern Nevada.

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People |

The native Nevadan and triple alumna is devoted to making our community better through the Nevada Institute for Children's Research & Policy.

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People |

The 30-member team under the direction of Abby Wood took special care after Dec. 6 to repair damage to the Student Union.

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Public Health professor Erika Marquez receives 2024 Community Engagement Award for her work breaking down barriers to reach marginalized communities.

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Partnership with the Las Vegas Raiders uses sports to boost body image and mental well-being of teenage girls.

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The awards recognize faculty, staff, and students who leverage UNLV's resources for the benefit of our many communities.

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Estefania Sandoval has her eyes on a career in health law to advocate for patients in minority and immigrant communities.

Dr. Ovunc Bardakcioglu (left), associate professor and chief of colorectal surgery, and class of 2025 medical student Jessica Fields during a robotic surgery simulation training.
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The development of a UNLV Academic Health Center will provide high-value quality care for the community, a source of economic diversity for our economy, and cutting-edge research.