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University of South Florida College of Public Health, the highest ranked college or school of public health in Florida
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For 50 years, the #USF SafetyFlorida Consultation Program has partnered with small and medium-sized businesses across Florida to create safer workplaces—at no cost.

Tune in to learn more about this @usfcoph.bsky.social initiative.

#ThisIsPublicHealth

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USF COPH: SafetyFlorida Consultation Program
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November 21, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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Yeah, I am 100% with #TeamDarkMeat 🤭

Check out what @usfcoph.bsky.social director of nutrition programs Dr. Lauri Wright has to say about it.

w/ @aspph.bsky.social and @apha.org

#ThisIsPublicHealth

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Turkey showdown: Is white or dark meat the healthier option?
As families gather around their Thanksgiving tables, the great turkey choice will inevitably have to be made: “White or dark meat?” Although many opt for white meat, believing it’s the healthier optio...
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November 20, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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@usfcoph.bsky.social global communicable disease graduate student Arya Mhatre became introduced to public health via COVID-19. She recently shared her public health journey with @aspph.bsky.social. Read on to learn why she thinks the #USFCOPHRocks!

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From Confusion to Confirmation-- My journey in Public Health
My first serious consideration of public health as a career began during one of the most defining moments of our generation — the COVID-19 pandemic. The memory is vivid: headlines
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November 19, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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“ ... a migrant, an immigrant, an illegal immigrant, a refugee, an alien or an asylum seeker. Are these distinctions important in shaping public opinion?"

Yes! Labels matter. Learn more from @usfcoph.bsky.social professor Katherine Drabiak, JD. w/ @aspph.bsky.social

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USF professor addresses distortions in asylum law and safety
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November 18, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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📢 #USF School of Social Work for placing these CALM kits around the health side of campus. The last few months of the year are hectic for most folks.

What's your go-to for keeping calm?

Me? Being outside in nature and not overscheduling.

#KeepCalm 💛 #MentalHealthIsPublicHealth 💚
November 17, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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📣 Dave Hogeboom who is retiring from the @usfcoph.bsky.social.

His work ethic is stellar. And, he set a high bar for us all to reach in terms of timeliness, thoroughness and attentiveness.

Dave, you are one reason why the #USFCOPHRocks! #GoBulls

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A legacy of dedication and data
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November 14, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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Researchers at @usfcoph.bsky.social examined the impact of red tide airborne toxins on pregnant women. This study won the Students and New Researchers Network poster competition from the
@isee-global.bsky.social. w/ @aspph.bsky.social, @apha.org

#ThisIsPublicHealth

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COPH researcher studies link between red tide and risk of gestational hypertension
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November 13, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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The deadline to nominate a @usfcoph.bsky.social alum for the Outstanding Alumni Award is drawing near.

Pay it forward and submit your materials by Dec. 1.

#BeBold #USFCOPHRocks #GoBulls

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November 12, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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Last month I ended up in the ER.

Turns out my cardiologist earned a minor in public health from the @usfcoph.bsky.social and his MD from USF Health Morsani College of Medicine.

Bonus was him clearing me to resume running!

#USF #GoBulls #BeBold 🤘🏾

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November 7, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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@usfcoph.bsky.social students rock!

DrPH student John Delano earned the Fellow of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology designation, one of the highest honors in the field.

#ThisIsPublicHealth

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Prognosis: Impact — USF DrPH student John Delano earns esteemed FAPIC honor
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November 6, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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The American College of Epidemiology recognized two @usfcoph.bsky.social researchers.

Drs. Judith Rijnhart earned the 2025 Early Career Epidemiologist Award and Jason Salemi earned the Outstanding Mentorship Award.

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November 5, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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This had butter not be bad news … 😆

@usfcoph.bsky.social nutrition director Dr. Lauri Wright spreads the deets on butter.

Check out what she has to say in this Martha Stewart article ⬇️

#thisispublichealth

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Is Butter Good for You? Here's What Nutrition Experts Say
Find out the benefits and downsides of butter, according to registered nutritionists. Dairy butter brings fat and flavor but when and how much is healthy to eat?
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November 4, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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Yeah, things are changing and not for the better. Know that Florida Covering Kids & Families and the @usfcoph.bsky.social are available to help Floridians navigate the health insurance marketplace.

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Open enrollment to marketplace insurance is soon, here are the changes you should know
As Affordable Care Act Insurance is being discussed by federal Democrats and Republicans, the time to enroll starts in November, and there are changes to the open enrollment experience.
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November 3, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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Hypertension during pregnancy can impair blood flow through the placenta, reducing the oxygen and nutrients available to the fetus.

Learn more from the @usfcoph.bsky.social 👇🏾

w/ @apha.org, @aspph.bsky.social

#ThisIsPublicHealth #MaternalHealth

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USF team strives to lower the pressure on hypertensive pregnancy disorders
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October 31, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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USF Health, @usfcoph.bsky.social and Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México unite to host our first International Professional Education Day!

This free event is open to the public.
Join us in person or online.
Register today!

w/ @apha.org, @aspph.bsky.social

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USF Health & UNAM: IPE Day 2025
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October 30, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Some things we want to last forever—love, vacation, good health—but forever chemicals in our drinking water is not one of them.

@usfcoph.bsky.social's Dr. Marie Bourgeois addresses the science and potential health risks w/ @wusf.org.

#Thisispublichealth

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Six times the recommended limit of PFAS were found in USF Tampa's drinking water
Testing at a well in Tarpon Springs was nine times the limit. A well in Holiday measured 19 times the limit. The science is unclear as of yet as to the health risks of drinking water contaminated with...
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October 29, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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📣 to FAMU's Dr. Cynthia M. Harris named as @aspph.bsky.social board chair elect.

Of course, the @usfcoph.bsky.social named her the 2022 Florida's Outstanding Woman in Public Health. w/ @apha.org.

#Thefutureisfemale #Ourpracticeisourpassion #strike #rattlers

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ASPPH Announces Dr. Cynthia M. Harris as Incoming Board Chair-Elect
Celebrate the election of Dr. Cynthia Harris as Chair-Elect of the ASPPH Board of Directors. A true leader in public health.
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October 28, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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One. More. Week … until the @apha.org Annual Meeting.

Ready. Set. Go … to all of the @usfcoph.bsky.social events!

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October 27, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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@usfcoph.bsky.social Dean Sten Vermund is leading by example.

Have you earned your #CPH?
If not, what’s the hold up?

Grab this handy study guide ⬇️ authored by two COPH faculty and get to studying!

w/ @apha.org @aspph.bsky.social

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Dean Sten Vermund earns CPH certification, reinforcing the value of professional standards in public health
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October 24, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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In #Ghana, @usfcoph.bsky.social #nutrition students screen children for malnutrition and experience treating patients in low-resource settings.

#ThisIsPublicHealth #OurPracticeIsOurPassion #studyabroad

w/ @aspph.bsky.social, @apha.org

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October 23, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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Yeah, I have never soaked dried beans. Good to know that my time saver is not sacrificing nutrition.

Dr. Lauri Wright directs the @usfcoph.bsky.social nutrition program. Check out her recs!

#ThisisPublicHealth

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Canned vs. Dried Beans: Which Is Better For Fiber and Digestion?
While dried and canned beans are quite similar when it comes to nutrition, there are some differences to be aware of including fiber content, digestibility, and convenience.
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October 22, 2025 at 11:08 AM
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Super excited to have a proven leader in academia chosen as #USF's 9th president. #BeBold #GoBulls 🤘🏾
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Moez Limayem unanimously selected by USF Board of Trustees as the university’s next president
Limayem currently serves as president of the University of North Florida and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years. His appointment is subject to confirmation...
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October 21, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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This is THE year to lift up public health professionals.

Nominate a @usfcoph.bsky.social alum for the Outstanding Alumni Award! This honor recognizes excellence in teaching, service, leadership, research or practice.

Nominations are open now through December 1!

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October 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Two. More. Weeks.

Who is ready for the best reception at the @apha.org annual meeting?

We are living in challenging times. Connect with your @usfcoph.bsky.social peeps and recharge, relax, reset.

#APHA2025 🤘🏾

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COPH APHA Reception
Join fellow alumni, students, faculty, staff and friends—plus our own Dean Sten Vermund—for an evening of connection, celebration and Bull pride at the USF College of Public Health’s hip reception dur...
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October 20, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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Lashae Rolle is a cancer survivor who is now a PhD candidate focusing her research on lifestyle medicine, cancer prevention and survivorship.

She’s a former basketball player who gives 110% on and off the court.

Lashae is one reason why the #USFCOPHRocks!

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A Rolle model on and off the court
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October 17, 2025 at 10:43 AM