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HSC’s MHA online program ranked as one of the best in Texas by EduMed.org

EduMed, a leader in supporting students' pursuits of online or hybrid education in the health professions, nursing and medical fields, has named the School of Public Health at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth’s online MHA program as one of the best in Texas. Since 2019, EduMed has released annual…
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HSC researcher connects ‘alcopops’ and sexual assault of minors

A researcher at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth recently discovered a correlation between alcopops and the sexual assault of minors. The fizzy, fruit-flavored alcoholic drinks, which contain the same amount of alcohol as up to 5.5 standard alcoholic drinks, have come under fire as parent groups, child safety organizations…
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School of Public Health names two new leaders

The School of Public Health at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth has announced two new leadership positions to help guide the school forward in its transformative plan for the future. Dr. Charlotte Noble has been promoted to assistant dean for curriculum and academic services. In this role, she will…
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HSC’s School of Public Health to host ‘Artificial Intelligence, Health Equity and the Future of Public Health’

Artificial intelligence is expected to bring significant changes to the future of the public health profession, education and workforce, with far-reaching applications in health services management and delivery. The powerful tools of AI hold significant promise related to health equity issues provided they also are used to unravel systemic inequities. The School of Public Health…
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School of Public Health supports local Jane Justin School’s 5K Wrangler Run/Walk

Team members from the School of Public Health at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth recently participated in the Cook Children’s Medical Center Jane Justin School 4th annual 5K Wrangler Run/Walk. The run unites students, families, friends and the broader community. Jane Justin School collaborates with families and the community…
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Dr. Teresa Wagner selected as consultant and advisory board member for National Maternal/Child Health Workforce Development Center

Dr. Teresa Wagner, associate professor, health administration & policy, at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth School of Public Health, has been selected as a consultant and advisory board member for the National MCH Workforce Development Center MCH Faculty Development Fellowship Program at diverse institutes. Wagner will be co-designing the group’s…
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HSC School of Public Health ranked among Best Online Master’s Programs

The School of Public Health at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth has been named among the Best Online Master’s in Public Health Programs of 2024 by Intelligent.com. The SPH was ranked 24th in the nation by this prominent higher education resource guide. This list features some of the best…
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Fall/winter season brings back COVID: what to know, how to protect yourself and others

With the return of fall comes cold and flu season, along with an uptick in COVID-19 cases across the U.S. With kids back in school and people moving indoors for more events and activities, opportunities for spreading viruses become a higher concern. Holidays are fast approaching as well, giving rise to travel plans and indoor…
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Dr. Melissa Lewis sheds light on ‘hooking up’ as significant risk factor in campus sexual assaults

More than 90% of campus-based sexual assaults involve alcohol consumption by one or both parties, according to recent data. In response to this alarming discovery, Dr. Melissa Lewis of The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth came together with national colleagues to challenge prevailing myths and seek solutions at a recent…
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Tails of compassion: mental health awareness meets canine connection

Wagging tails and heartfelt conversations recently lit up The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth campus as part of Mental Health Awareness Week. In a novel collaboration, the HSC Office of Care & Civility joined forces with Cowtown Friends of FWACC, a non-profit fundraising and advocacy partner to Fort Worth Animal…