University of Iowa College of Public Health

This is a terrific episode about language, communications, diversity, and equity as they relate to public health and health care. Logan and Anya welcome University of Iowa College of Public Health alumna, Bella De Soriano as she talks about her work with Healthline Media to create The Conscious Language Guide, a tool to improve patient-provider communication and advance their work toward health eq...

In this episode, Alexis talks with MHA/JD candidates Danny Bush and Sam Cropper. They discuss the dynamic field of health law and policy, the intersection between health law and public health, and how lawyers can be utilized to serve as patient advocates. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-law-policy-and-public-health-work...

In February 2020, our crew talked about the emerging pandemic with epidemiologist and infectious disease expert Dr. Tara Smith from Kent State University. In this episode, we return to Dr. Smith to talk about what we've learned in the past 2 years and how the world and our society have changed because of COVID19. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news...

Listen-in as Alexis and a group of public health students discuss their experiences with student case competitions and the associated educational benefits such as networking opportunities and professional development. She's joined this week by Kaleb Brooks, Sophie Dollison, Kori Thomas, and Mekenna Ollinger. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-item...

In this encore episode from September 2021, Alex and Alexis talk to Dr. Dwight Ferguson, currently of the US Public Health Service. Dr. Ferguson is also one of the recipients of this year's UI College of Public Health Outstanding Alumni Awards. You can read more about Dr. Ferguson and his career at www.public-health.uiowa.edu/2021-outsta…recipients/ A transcript of this episode is available at www...

Radha and Lexi host pediatrician Dr. Rami Boutros for a discussion about vaccine hesitancy among parents, how to address it, and COVID19's effect on children. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-discussing-vaccine-hesitancy-with-a-pediatrician/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-...

This is a terrific conversation with psychiatrist, author, and Peabody Award-winning producer and director, Dr. Kenneth Paul Rosenberg. He's the author of "Bedlam: An Intimate Journey Into America's Mental Health Crisis." Anya, Alexis, and Dr. Rosenberg talk about the challenges of creating work that could be seen as controversial in the eyes of fellow clinicians, the state of mental illness in th...

Alex Murra and Radha Velamuri host Dr. Elizabeth Walker and undergraduate student Evita Woolsey for a discussion about how hearing loss is a critical public health concern specifically among children. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-hearing-loss-and-language-acquisition/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments fo...

New Episode! Our guest is Dr. Bruce Gantz, professor of otolaryngology and internationally recognized expert in cochlear implants. He talks with our crew about hearing loss as a public health issue, how it affects quality of life, and how COVID19 has increased the number of patients seeking access to hearing aids and implants. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health....

Logan and Lexie explore vision, eye health, and public health with guest Dr. Christine Sindt, Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. Dr. Sindt serves patients on the frontline, is heavily involved in ocular policy lobbying, and is also an innovator/inventor/business owner. Read more about Dr. Sindt at https://uihc.org/christine-w-sindt A transcript of this episode is available at...

This episode is a look back for Dr. Cori Peek-Asa, professor and associate dean for research at the UI College of Public Health. She's taking a new position at the University of California San Diego, and we look back on the impact she's had during her time at the college, highlight favorite accomplishments and memories, and concludes with surprise farewell wishes from special guests, Dean Edith Pa...

This episode highlights National Injury Prevention Day (November 18) with guests Maggie Ferguson, Brain Injury & Disability Manager for the Iowa Department of Public Health; Lisa Roth, Deputy Director for the University of Iowa's Injury Prevention Research Center; & Clare Willey, 2nd-year graduate student in occupational and environmental health at the University of Iowa. Read more about injury an...

BONUS EPISODE! Meet the student voices behind FTFR and learn a little about their diverse backgrounds and common interest in #publichealth. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-meet-the-2021-22-student-podcasting-team/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This is another episode in our series about topics you may not think of when you think of public health. This week, Lexi Fahrion talks with Hannah Rochford about intimate partner violence (IPV), the roles that social and economic stress play, and the impact of the COVID19 pandemic on IPV. Read more about Hannah and her work at https://iprc.public-health.uiowa.edu/2021/10/06/students-inspired-to-st...

This is another episode in our series about topics you may not think of when you think of public health. This week Alex and Anya interview Shalisa Gladney, an educator, advocate, and doula who is passionate about community activism, consent, education, and addressing and ending violence, especially in communities of color. Read more about Shalisa at https://dailyiowan.com/2020/10/25/new-afro-house...

This week, we explore the issue of racial disparities surrounding cancer detection, care, and treatment with Dr. Mya Roberson, assistant professor in the Department of Health Policy at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Dr. Roberson also talks about her path to public health and her experiences as a first generation college student. If you'd like to explore the topic further, join Dr. Rober...

This is the first episode in a new series about topics you may not think of when you think of public health. Our episode this week is taken from a webinar about human trafficking, hosted by the University of Iowa Center for Human Rights and professor Brian Farrell. He talks with United Nations Special Rapporteur, Professor Siobhan Mullally, highlighting human trafficking through a worldwide, U.S.,...

This is an encore episode from July 2020 with Dr. David Krupp, an emergency room physician and co-founder of Mask of Wellness, a positive approach that promotes responsible behavior that is necessary to keep society open during this pandemic while benefiting social, physical, and economic wellness. Visit their website at www.maskofwellness.com Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our...

This final episode in our DEI series features a discussion about the Health Equity Advancement Lab (HEAL) at the University of Iowa with PhD candidate, Jessica Andino. She chats with our crew about the opportunities for students and the importance of exploring these issues in an open an honest learning environment. Learn more about HEAL at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/about-heal/ A transcri...

This week, Alex and Alexis talk to Dr. Dwight Ferguson, currently of the US Public Health Service. Dr. Ferguson is also one of the recipients of this year's UI College of Public Health Outstanding Alumni Awards. You can read more about Dr. Ferguson and his career at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/2021-outstanding-alumni-award-recipients/ A transcript of this episode is available at https://ww...

Episode 2 of our diversity, equity, and inclusion series. In this episode, Alexis Clark interviews Dr. Maggie Chorazy and Dr. Paul Gilbert about about the first annual Diversity, Equity, Inclusion report published from the College of Public Health, and how they keep DEI in mind throughout the decision-making process. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/...

This week we talk to a group of current public health students about their involvement with groups and organizations outside of the classroom and why getting involved is an important part of their education and career development. A transcript of the episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-getting-involved-in-opportunities-outside-the-classroom/ Ha...

Listen-in as Alexis Clark hosts a discussion with 5 current Master of Health Administration students at the University of Iowa about their summer internship experiences in widely different positions around the country. What did they learn? How did their work in the classroom prepare them for these real-world experiences? What did they learn and how will they apply this new knowledge? A transcript...

This week's guest is Dr. Jacob Michaelson, who talks about his work in autism research and the SPARK Study, a landmark autism research project that seeks to build a research community of tens of thousands of individuals with autism and their families. It's a great discussion on an important topic with strong ties to traditional public health disciplines such as epidemiology and biostatistics. To f...

Summers off? No way. Not of you're a public health student. Join host Lexi Fahrion as she talks with 4 current UI College of Public Health students about their summer internships and work experiences, what they've learned, and how these experiences will help them in the classroom and in their future plans. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/...