School of Public Health
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Official Bluesky of the Georgia State University School of Public Health. We're improving health for all through education, research, and community engagement.
Meet Jake Witherbee, a passionate advocate for public health. He believes in the transformative power of connections, and our DrPH program is equipping him to think beyond the lab. Read his full Spotlight Q&A news.gsu.edu/2025/11/10/s...
November 10, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Meet Jake Witherbee, a passionate advocate for public health. He believes in the transformative power of connections, and our DrPH program is equipping him to think beyond the lab. Read his full Spotlight Q&A news.gsu.edu/2025/11/10/s...
The SPH’s Roby Greenwald shares his perspectives on how changing status quo practices for transportation and housing can improve quality of life. how-id-fix-atlanta.ghost.io/how-roby-gre...
How Roby Greenwald Would Fix Atlanta
How I Would Fix Atlanta — Adapt Our Growth Before It’s Too Late
Roby Greenwald
Atlanta is a growing city. This probably isn’t news to the kind of person who reads this newsletter. But let me make it ...
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October 31, 2025 at 12:33 PM
The SPH’s Roby Greenwald shares his perspectives on how changing status quo practices for transportation and housing can improve quality of life. how-id-fix-atlanta.ghost.io/how-roby-gre...
What inspired you to pursue public health? BSPH student Thamu Naw aims to empower underrepresented communities, driven by her passion for improving resources. What's YOUR #MyPHWhy? Let us know in the comments!
October 30, 2025 at 5:09 PM
What inspired you to pursue public health? BSPH student Thamu Naw aims to empower underrepresented communities, driven by her passion for improving resources. What's YOUR #MyPHWhy? Let us know in the comments!
Thamu Naw, President of the Undergrad Public Health Club, shares key advice for future public health students. Click to read her full Spoltight Q&A. news.gsu.edu/2025/10/06/s...
October 27, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Thamu Naw, President of the Undergrad Public Health Club, shares key advice for future public health students. Click to read her full Spoltight Q&A. news.gsu.edu/2025/10/06/s...
New article from GSU's Tobacco Control team & SPH alum Victoria Churchill (Ph.D. ’22) explores the new US IQOS store and the potential implications for public health.
Read the full report here: blogs.bmj.com/tc/2025/10/1...
Read the full report here: blogs.bmj.com/tc/2025/10/1...
The Return of IQOS - A Visit to Austin, Texas - Blog - Tobacco Control
Victoria Churchill, East Carolina University, USA. Vanessa Mallory, Katherine C. Henderson, Claire A. Spears, Nurul Kodriati, Terry F. Pechacek, Scott R. Weaver, Lucy Popova, Georgia State University,...
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October 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM
New article from GSU's Tobacco Control team & SPH alum Victoria Churchill (Ph.D. ’22) explores the new US IQOS store and the potential implications for public health.
Read the full report here: blogs.bmj.com/tc/2025/10/1...
Read the full report here: blogs.bmj.com/tc/2025/10/1...
Meet MPH student Alicia Daubon! Driven by a passion for environmental health & serving underserved communities. Discover her journey & advice for aspiring MPH students. news.gsu.edu/2025/10/13/s...
October 14, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Meet MPH student Alicia Daubon! Driven by a passion for environmental health & serving underserved communities. Discover her journey & advice for aspiring MPH students. news.gsu.edu/2025/10/13/s...
Tobacco Control highlights work conducted by a team of SPH researchers to better understand the potential public health implications of the return of IQOS to the U.S.
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blogs.bmj.com/tc/2025/10/1...
The Return of IQOS - A Visit to Austin, Texas - Blog - Tobacco Control
Victoria Churchill, East Carolina University, USA. Vanessa Mallory, Katherine C. Henderson, Claire A. Spears, Nurul Kodriati, Terry F. Pechacek, Scott R. Weaver, Lucy Popova, Georgia State University,...
blogs.bmj.com
October 14, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Tobacco Control highlights work conducted by a team of SPH researchers to better understand the potential public health implications of the return of IQOS to the U.S.
blogs.bmj.com/tc/2025/10/1...
blogs.bmj.com/tc/2025/10/1...
Addressing the rise in online abuse, exploitation and trafficking: Dr. Kelly Kinnish says runaway and homeless youth in Metro Atlanta at risk, urging parents to prioritize digital safety and open communication. #ChildSafety
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Missing teen found in hotel was convinced to leave home after online encounter
Officers say they rescued the teenage girl from a hotel, and it's believed the teenager was convinced to leave her home after an online encounter.
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October 7, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Addressing the rise in online abuse, exploitation and trafficking: Dr. Kelly Kinnish says runaway and homeless youth in Metro Atlanta at risk, urging parents to prioritize digital safety and open communication. #ChildSafety
www.11alive.com/video/news/c...
www.11alive.com/video/news/c...
Meet DrPH student Nancy Andrade! She shares how the program has transformed her skills in epidemiology, research methods & more. Discover her journey in our latest Spotlight profile. news.gsu.edu/2025/09/26/s...
September 29, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Meet DrPH student Nancy Andrade! She shares how the program has transformed her skills in epidemiology, research methods & more. Discover her journey in our latest Spotlight profile. news.gsu.edu/2025/09/26/s...
ASTHO has published a story map authored by GSU DrPH student Nancy Andrade on the relationship between heat and the health of pregnant women. The project was part of her applied practice experience, and it’s already making a real-world impact: www.astho.org/topic/resour...
Effects of Heat Exposure on the Health of Pregnant Women
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August 21, 2025 at 7:48 PM
ASTHO has published a story map authored by GSU DrPH student Nancy Andrade on the relationship between heat and the health of pregnant women. The project was part of her applied practice experience, and it’s already making a real-world impact: www.astho.org/topic/resour...
Meet MPH student Lindsay Hall! With a love for math & science, she's transforming her engineering skills into impactful work w/ a Biostatistics concentration. Discover how GSU is shaping her future and helping her make a difference in health outcomes! news.gsu.edu/2025/07/29/s...
August 18, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Meet MPH student Lindsay Hall! With a love for math & science, she's transforming her engineering skills into impactful work w/ a Biostatistics concentration. Discover how GSU is shaping her future and helping her make a difference in health outcomes! news.gsu.edu/2025/07/29/s...
New research from Assoc. Prof. Lucy Popova’s team reveals 84% of youth & young adult e-cig users are modifying devices, often dangerously. Click to learn more about the risks. news.gsu.edu/2025/07/22/s...
August 4, 2025 at 2:20 PM
New research from Assoc. Prof. Lucy Popova’s team reveals 84% of youth & young adult e-cig users are modifying devices, often dangerously. Click to learn more about the risks. news.gsu.edu/2025/07/22/s...
A new study published in @jama.com co-authored by the SPH’s Ashli Owen-Smith highlights how online cognitive behavioral therapy can be used in the management of chronic pain
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Telehealth and Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain
This randomized clinical trial examines the effectiveness of remote, scalable cognitive behavioral therapy–based chronic pain (CBT-CP) treatments (telehealth and self-completed online) for adult indiv...
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July 29, 2025 at 2:25 PM
A new study published in @jama.com co-authored by the SPH’s Ashli Owen-Smith highlights how online cognitive behavioral therapy can be used in the management of chronic pain
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
Meet Mariah Bridges Varner! She chose GSU’s MPH program for its academic challenge AND hands-on community collaborations. Read her full Spotlight Q&A today! t.gsu.edu/4m7f5xc
Student Spotlight: Mariah Bridges Varner
Mariah Bridges Varner chose GSU’s MPH program not just for its academic rigor, but also for hands-on opportunities to work directly with community members and organizations.
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July 22, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Meet Mariah Bridges Varner! She chose GSU’s MPH program for its academic challenge AND hands-on community collaborations. Read her full Spotlight Q&A today! t.gsu.edu/4m7f5xc
In a recent MedScape article, Associate Professor Jalayne Arias highlights the complexities surrounding at-home Alzheimer’s tests for clinicians. www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
At-Home Alzheimer’s Testing Is Here: Are Physicians Ready?
Despite concerns raised by clinicians and ethicists, direct-to-consumer testing for Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers is here, posing new challenges for physician-patient communication.
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July 22, 2025 at 2:01 PM
In a recent MedScape article, Associate Professor Jalayne Arias highlights the complexities surrounding at-home Alzheimer’s tests for clinicians. www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
Meet Ph.D. student Manderley Recinos! Her research aims to protect children affected by trauma & prevent future harm. Explore her inspiring work and aspirations in her Spotlight Q&A! t.gsu.edu/44iZogr
July 7, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Meet Ph.D. student Manderley Recinos! Her research aims to protect children affected by trauma & prevent future harm. Explore her inspiring work and aspirations in her Spotlight Q&A! t.gsu.edu/44iZogr
Meet Brianna Harris! An inspiring online MPH student & Grad Research Assistant, she's passionate about reproductive justice and maternal health. Check out her Q&A today! t.gsu.edu/44pBL4B
Student Spotlight: Brianna Harris
Online MPH student Brianna Harris chose to concentrate in Health Promotion and Behavior for its impactful curriculum and the chance to engage in innovative research as a Graduate Research Assistant.
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July 1, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Meet Brianna Harris! An inspiring online MPH student & Grad Research Assistant, she's passionate about reproductive justice and maternal health. Check out her Q&A today! t.gsu.edu/44pBL4B
Meet MPH student Brittany Kelley! She's on a mission to harness data for tackling critical health issues. Read her Spotlight Q&A to discover her journey towards becoming a data analyst! t.gsu.edu/4mRZIKj
Student Spotlight: Brittany Kelley
As a Graduate Research Assistant in Associate Professor Claire Spears' Mindful Living Lab, MPH student Brittany Kelley is on a mission to harness the power of data to address critical health issues.
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June 9, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Meet MPH student Brittany Kelley! She's on a mission to harness data for tackling critical health issues. Read her Spotlight Q&A to discover her journey towards becoming a data analyst! t.gsu.edu/4mRZIKj
Meet Andrew Williamson (BSPH '22)! He merged his passion for mental & community health at GSU and transformed it into a fulfilling career. Discover how he’s making a difference! t.gsu.edu/3FGSuIi
Alumni Spotlight: Andrew Williamson
Andrew Williamson (BSPH ’22) found the intersection between mental and community health at Georgia State, and turned his interests into a rewarding career.
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June 5, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Meet Andrew Williamson (BSPH '22)! He merged his passion for mental & community health at GSU and transformed it into a fulfilling career. Discover how he’s making a difference! t.gsu.edu/3FGSuIi
Georgia Public Broadcasting highlighted GA-AIMH, recognizing its work to strengthen mental health outcomes for moms, babies and families. Learn how the vital support it offers is making a difference across the state. www.gpb.org/news/2025/05...
Moms and babies find mental health support from perinatal therapists in Georgia
Women without access to health care — including mental health care — are more likely to die from pregnancy-related issues, including substance misuse and suicide.
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June 3, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Georgia Public Broadcasting highlighted GA-AIMH, recognizing its work to strengthen mental health outcomes for moms, babies and families. Learn how the vital support it offers is making a difference across the state. www.gpb.org/news/2025/05...
Discover the MPH program at Georgia State! Connect with expert faculty and gain hands-on experience, in-person or online. Watch the video to hear the perspectives of our students & faculty.
June 2, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Discover the MPH program at Georgia State! Connect with expert faculty and gain hands-on experience, in-person or online. Watch the video to hear the perspectives of our students & faculty.
Elevate your career with our Graduate Certificate in Applied Biostatistics! Gain in-demand data analysis skills for a career in public health and related sectors. Learn more: t.gsu.edu/43Ao8is
May 29, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Elevate your career with our Graduate Certificate in Applied Biostatistics! Gain in-demand data analysis skills for a career in public health and related sectors. Learn more: t.gsu.edu/43Ao8is
Thank you to the @alzassociation.bsky.social's Georgia Chapter for visiting GSU to meet with @jalaynearias.bsky.social and her team to learn about their promising research into Alzheimer’s disease & related dementias. We’re grateful for their support and shared commitment to improving lives.
May 15, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Thank you to the @alzassociation.bsky.social's Georgia Chapter for visiting GSU to meet with @jalaynearias.bsky.social and her team to learn about their promising research into Alzheimer’s disease & related dementias. We’re grateful for their support and shared commitment to improving lives.
Join us on May 22 for light refreshments & a live viewing of SPH’s Will Thacker competing for Team USA at the IPF World Bench Press Championships in Norway! The event helps raise funds for the Lynette Forte Reid Memorial Scholarship to support our students! Give today! t.gsu.edu/44DPy9w
May 14, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Join us on May 22 for light refreshments & a live viewing of SPH’s Will Thacker competing for Team USA at the IPF World Bench Press Championships in Norway! The event helps raise funds for the Lynette Forte Reid Memorial Scholarship to support our students! Give today! t.gsu.edu/44DPy9w
Huge congrats to Clinical Assoc. Prof. Jacque-Corey Cormier for winning the CETLOE's Instructional Effectiveness Award! His passion for outstanding teaching & innovative media enriches the learning experiences of SPH students.
May 13, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Huge congrats to Clinical Assoc. Prof. Jacque-Corey Cormier for winning the CETLOE's Instructional Effectiveness Award! His passion for outstanding teaching & innovative media enriches the learning experiences of SPH students.