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New Research: Three Years In, Research Shows Regional, Personal Differences in Use of 988 Lifeline

July 7, 2025
NYU GPH led studies reveal who is likely to use or not use 988—knowledge that can be deployed for targeted communication campaigns to reach those experiencing mental health crises.
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EP137 Fieldwork Findings: Researching Lead Contaminations with Hsin-Yi Chang and Jordan Neisler

Global and Environmental Health
March 13, 2024
Fieldwork Findings: Researching Lead Contaminations with Hsin-Yi Chang and Jordan Neisler
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Urban Health Equity: J Term in London

Global and Environmental Health
March 6, 2024
Under Jo Ivey Boufford's guidance, GPH students at NYU London worked with local stakeholders on urban health projects, gaining practical insights into disparities and preparing for global impact.
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ENAR 2024 Data Fest: Biostatistics Professional Development Series

Biostatistics
March 5, 2024
Three student groups from the Department of Biostatistics won the ENAR DataFest competition by analyzing NHANES data to understand declining blood pressure control among US adults with hypertension.
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Revolutionizing Young Women in Rwanda: Educate the Community for Health and Wellbeing

Social And Behavioral Sciences
February 21, 2024
Alumna Julyssa James continuous to hone her passion for improving health literacy within her community by serving on the board of the non-profit organization Komera.
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EP135 From Spanish Harlem to Health Tech with Francesca Mendez

February 14, 2024
From Spanish Harlem to Health Tech with Francesca Mendez
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New Strategies in Nairobi: Behavioral Communication Strategies for Global Epidemics

Global and Environmental Health
February 7, 2024
GPH students, UNICEF staff and Kenyan health management professionals gathered for the 16th BCSE course. Split into seven teams, they developed strategies to address current public health challenges.
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A Wholesome Experience in Kodaikanal

Public Health Nutrition
January 22, 2024
Aakanksha Kuwar details her summer experience as an MPH student at Kodaikanal International School in India, learning about local farming practices, farmer attitudes, and chemical farming's impact.
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Education is Key: Internship Fuels Lessons in Prevention

Epidemiology
December 12, 2023
MPH student Deepthi Velamuri’s summer internship conducting research on colorectal cancer disparities showed her the importance of education and public health advocacy in boosting screening rates.
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Transformative Insights at the 19th Annual ICUH conference

Global and Environmental Health
December 1, 2023
At the 19th Annual International Conference on Urban Health, William N. Rom Climate Change and Health Fellows delved into the intersection of urban health, equity, and climate change.
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