Author: HSPop
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Masculinity vs. Suicide: How suicide rates are fueled by concepts of masculinity in Northern Ireland
Amanda Dylina Morse, PhD and Community-Oriented Public Health Practice (COPHP) MPH alum explores the link between masculinity and suicidality among young men in Northern Ireland. Her research, including the development of the Andrizo Integrated Conceptual Framework, provides valuable insights on how societal pressures around masculinity impact youth behavior and well-being.
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MPH in Community Health — What, Why & Who
An MPH in community health gives you the tools to actively solve public health problems within the community. This graduate degree prepares you to become a leader and problem solver as you undo structural inequities at a systematic level. Through a hands-on approach to learning, a COPHP MPH gives you skills that can be leveraged…
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Improving immigrant health in Washington by understanding employment barriers
New research from Nicole Chicoine, online MPH student, explores the link between employment and health for Afghan refugees and immigrants.
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Tony Gomez receives lifetime achievement award for violence injury and prevention
Tony Gomez received the Alex Kelter Vision Lifetime Achievement Award from the Safe States Alliance.
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Retirement in the red: Addressing financial struggles for older adults
A recent Forbes article highlights the alarming rise in retiree debt, now exceeding $1.63 trillion for individuals aged 70 and older, with experts like Stipica Mudrazija emphasizing the urgent need for policy interventions to mitigate financial vulnerabilities among aging Americans.
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Sophia Tulino champions community on and off the court
University of Washington volleyball player Sophia Tulino is making an impact both on and off the court. As a student-athlete and masters student in HSPOP, Sophia brings a strong sense of teamwork and community to everything she does.
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Top benefits of a Masters in Public Health Online
One of the BIGGEST perks of an Online MPH program is flexibility. The majority of the coursework in the UW Online MPH program can be completed asynchronously.
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Promising drop in fatal Fentanyl overdoses in King County linked to harm reduction efforts
Community initiatives and changing fentanyl supply may be driving a decrease in overdose deaths, say experts from Public Health Seattle King County and HSPop.
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UW HIHIM programs join HIMSS Academic Organizational Affiliate program
UW students in HIHIM programs now receive access to health technology education, career development, and networking through HIMSS.
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The urgent need for gender-affirming care amid rising bans
Gender-affirming care bans are creating a mental health crisis for transgender youth, as highlighted by a new literature review from the University of Washington School of Public Health.