Public Health @UGA

This podcast discusses the consequences, causes, and solutions for childhood obesity. We delve into the different government programs that have been implemented to reduce the prevalence of childhood obesity in America.

Our podcast focuses on how Covid-19 has impacted the United States by evaluating current and previous cases along with vaccination rates. We discuss how the economy has been affected, debunking the myths about the Covid-19 vaccines and the science behind the vaccine. Sources https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/distributing/steps-ensure-safety.html    https://www.cdc.gov/fl...

The Opioid Epidemic explores the growing opioid crisis in the United States, highlighting personal and societal impacts. We hope to educate listeners on the problem and encourage them to enact change! Sources State   Attorneys General Reach A $26 Billion National Opioid Settlement : NPR:    https://www.npr.org/2021/07/21/1018881195/state-attorneys-general-26-billion-opioid-sett...

In this episode of Healthcare in America: High Spending Low Outcomes, we will educate and inform college students about health care spending in the United States, intending to persuade students to take action by learning about and encouraging policy changes within the state government. Sources https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kll-yYQwmuM The Healing of America: A Global Quest for Better, Cheaper, a...

Our podcast tackles the issue of unequal access to healthcare and resources for people with disabilities. This podcast aims to raise awareness and present possible solutions to the inequalities that people with disabilities face regarding access to health services. Sources Oregon   Disability Rights: NPR    https://www.npr.org/2020/12/21/946292119/oregon-hospitals-didnt-have-sh...

This podcast discusses food insecurity, the people affected by it, and its impact on health. We also highlight how the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated this lack of access to sufficient and nutritious food. Sources COVID-19 News clip, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nc-T7cGVVnA

We discuss the reality of food insecurity in the local area and factors that add to the problem rather than help it. We also hope to encourage members of the student body and the Athens community to donate their time and money towards helping increase the food security of disadvantaged or people in need. Sources https://gradynewsource.uga.edu/food-insecurity-in-athens-is-a-bigger-issue-than-many-r...

This podcast intends to be a call to action for increased access to fresh and nutritious foods in neighborhoods experiencing Food Deserts. We discuss food deserts by defining what they are, who they affect, and the consequences on human health, and introducing solution ideas. Sources What does a food desert look like? (urban vs rural):    https://www.ksby.com/lifestyle/urban-farmer-in-ka...

We want people to understand the effects of agriculture on the world's climate and the health of the people who live on it. We hope to inform farmers and policymakers on the dangers of the current agriculture practices and possible solutions to this problem. Sources Ebi, K.   L., & Loladze, I. (2019, July). Elevated atmospheric CO2 concentrations and climate change will affect our fo...

Our group leads a targeted exploration of the current disparity in American tap water consumption along racial and ethnic lines, a phenomenon from which clear differences in community health outcomes have arisen. We provide facts about the benefits of fluoridated water to encourage closing this gap. Sources Resources Defense Council, “Flint Water Crisis: Everything You Need to Know”, https://www.n...

No Place to Call Home podcast addresses what stateless people are, the stateless population that is most affected (Kurds), and the impact being stateless has on the Kurds (they have poor mental health). Then, how we, as U.S. citizens, could help the Kurds and the efforts that have been made to help the Kurds. Sources https://www.refworld.org/pdfid/52a983124.pdf https://history.howstuffworks.com/wo...

The goal is to introduce the topic of HIV to those that are at risk, particularly young people, male homosexuals, and anyone sexually active. We want the audience to understand how HIV is transmitted and what they can do if they contract HIV.

The Vape Smoke Detectors is a podcast with the goal of hosting conversations about the vape industry that are often overlooked. We want to bring awareness to the dangers young people face from vaping products, including nicotine-free ones. We also want to shine a light on how these large brands mislead consumers and avoid falling for these tactics. Sources https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/basic_informa...

This podcast explores the current food insecurity situation through a focus on central African communities. It discusses the dangers of malnutrition, the impact of COVID-19 on the effects of pre-existing food shortage challenges, and actions that can be taken to aid in battling hunger worldwide. Sources Article   on food insecurity in Africa, where a young girl named Evelyn details her &...

The podcast is about Vitamin A deficiency and how it typically gets overlooked. Due to the lack of recognition of this deficiency, not many know the negative and dangerous effects on mothers and children. Sources Miller, M., Humphrey, J.,   Johnson, E., Marinda, E., Brookmeyer, R., & Katz, J. (2002). Why do   children become vitamin A deficient?. The Journal of nutrition, 1...

Vicious Vapers discusses the harmful effects of vaping on young adults, both in high school and college. During this episode, we discuss the background of vaping, the side effects, ways to quit vaping, and current events of vaping in the news. Sources CBC News, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Al92rZ8kGJY NBC News, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Al92rZ8kGJY ABC News, https://www.youtube.com/watch?...

Obesity is a serious condition that affects millions of people across all races, socio-economic statuses​, religions, and states. This podcast focuses on the severity of the obesity epidemic within the United States. Possible solutions to minimize the epidemic are highlighted, such as nutritional education and physical activity, government relief, and mandating the MyPlate rules. Sources ABC News:...

The goal of our campaign is to spread awareness of air pollution’s negative effects on individual and worldly health to people of all ages, specifically focusing on new drivers in the United States. Our plan of action focuses on educating the public specifically on the detrimental effects of vehicular carbon emissions on air quality. These gases, when concentrated, can affect not only the environm...

The Food Fighters podcast is about bringing awareness to food deserts, specifically in Athens, GA. Our target audience is UGA students and faculty, who can help advocate for policy changes such that food markets are accessible to all populations, especially people with lower socioeconomic status. Sources Nutrition Source, CDC:    https://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/resources/publications/...

Our podcast discusses the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic and brings awareness to the struggles beyond our country's borders. It informs people of the impact this virus has outside of the United States and throughout our world. We also provide statistics to give the audience real-life examples and exact numbers to stress the severity. The podcast also discusses the management of covid resources...

Our podcast discusses how indoor air pollution can cause serious, even fatal health effects. It focuses on the prevalence of indoor pollutants in low-income communities and what can be done to bring awareness to these issues. Sources https://ourworldindata.org/indoor-air-pollution https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/household-air-pollution-and-health https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-qua...

This podcast will discuss the ins and outs of food insecurity in Athens through the retrospective lens of the COVID-19 pandemic. The resulting health concerns are addressed through the study of epigenetics, and solutions to the food insecurity problem are explored. Sources https://map.feedingamerica.org/county/2017/child/georgia/county/clarke https://gradynewsource.uga.edu/food-insecurity-in-athen...

In our podcast, we discuss the prevalence of food insecurity in Athens. We go over the causes of food insecurity, the negative implications that come with it, and how food insecurity can be reduced. Several ways in which UGA students can help fight food insecurity are provided in the recording, and we made sure to emphasize the importance of addressing the issues causing it. Sources https://hunger...

Our podcast dealt with increasing awareness of how stress can negatively impact college students and provide strategies to manage it positively. We also discussed ways to find resources that students can utilize to help with their mental health. Sources ABC News clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BY6dG8ctbQ Articles referenced: https://bmcpsychology.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40359-02...

For this episode, we want to encourage safe sexual experiences among adolescents. We will be discussing the relationship between contraceptive use, the prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases in teenagers, and solutions to these public health issues.