Cancer drug trial designed by PHHP faculty wins international award
Findings of the trial represent the biggest breakthrough in childhood cancer treatment in decades, and the drug has already become the new global standard of care.
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PHHP professor brings mental health training to UF’s Panhellenic community
Lara Zwilling, L.M.H.C., was invited to speak to members of Sister Support Ambassadors about how to respond to someone experiencing a mental health crisis.
UF biostatistician at the forefront of groundbreaking childhood leukemia drug trial
The trial's findings represent the biggest breakthrough in childhood cancer treatment in decades.
Stephanie Hanson, executive associate dean, retires after 29 years with PHHP
She has served as interim chair of four different departments in the college and was instrumental in its growth over the years.
New UF study seeks to understand housing issues for Alachua County pet owners
The year-long study will examine barriers to keeping pets while renting and explore possible solutions.
Ji-Hyun Lee, new American Statistical Association president, says ‘everyday statisticians’ can change the world
The biostatistics professor and associate director for Cancer Quantitative Sciences at the UF Health Cancer Center became president on Jan. 1.
A message from the dean
PHHP Dean Beth Virnig reflects on the college’s accomplishments in 2024 and what’s in store for the year ahead.
Brittany Crown and April O’Neal named 2024 PHHP Employees of the Year
Both were recognized for their outstanding service and willingness to go above and beyond.
Rebecca Pearl named Rising Star by Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine of Florida
Pearl was honored for her work identifying the harms of weight- and health-related stigma.
Department of epidemiology members present at World Psychiatric Association Congress in Thailand
Epidemiology department faculty, staff and students attend the World Psychiatric Association Epidemiology and Public Health Section Congress in Bangkok.
