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How Nutritionists Evaluate What Americans Should Eat
Public Health Nutrition
Research
March 21, 2025
From pyramids and plates to patterns and processing, NYU GPH’s Andrea Deierlein digs into the science behind the newest federal dietary guidelines.
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A Powerhouse Course in Women’s Health
Public Health Policy and Management
March 20, 2024
In Women's History Month, four GPH students delved into global women's health in Florence. They learned about gender-based violence and empowerment, visiting organizations like ACISJF and Casa Serena.
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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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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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New Student Research: Centering Community-based Knowledge in Food Security Response and Climate Resilience in Southern Madagascar
Global and Environmental Health
Research
December 1, 2023
The Student-led Climate-Related Food Security team from the Applied Global Health Initiative published a review in Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems.
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