UF launches doctoral degree in occupational therapy
The college has received approval to offer the Doctor of Occupational Therapy, the first such degree program offered by a Florida public institution.
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PHHP faculty members awarded tenure and promotion
Several College of Public Health and Health Professions faculty members were awarded tenure or promotion for the 2016-2017 cycle.
This Month in PHHP
Read the June issue for news and updates from the college's departments and programs.
Provider’s preference for pain therapy can influence patient’s results
A health care provider’s beliefs about a particular treatment may have a strong influence on the patient’s outcome, according to a study by researchers in the department of physical therapy.
Why treating breast cancer with less may be more
Writing in The Conversation, Dr. Ashish Deshmukh explains why shortening radiation therapy is not only effective but also cost-saving.
Study links getting drunk at early age to increased risk of premature death
People who first became intoxicated before age 15 may have a greater risk of dying prematurely, according to a study led by UF researchers in the department of epidemiology.
One blood pressure drug therapy associated with lower follow-up visit, hospitalization costs
Dr. Kalyani Sonawane and colleagues found that one drug therapy outshines other strategies in patients whose blood pressure isn’t well-controlled with initial drug treatment.
One breast cancer radiation therapy leads others in cost-effectiveness, quality of life
In Dr. Ashish Deshmukh's study of three radiation therapies, one treatment offers the most value based on health outcomes, cost-effectiveness and quality of life.
This Month in PHHP
Read the May issue for news and updates from the college's departments and programs.
Helpful habits
The HABIT program, developed by Dr. Glenn Smith, is helping people with mild cognitive impairment maximize their cognitive function.
