Stories

FRONTERA interns learn firsthand about the challenges affecting the U.S.-Mexico border region. Here, the 2014 cohort is pictured on a fieldtrip to the border wall. Ray Larez, MPH, is third from the left, and Alejandra Zapien Hidalgo, MD, MPH, is third from the right.

From Med-Start to PCP Scholarship: One Student’s Journey

Nov. 4, 2020

The Health Sciences Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion has built a health care career pipeline for students from underrepresented communities.

Connecting with Dean Hakim: Changing World of Public Health

Nov. 4, 2020

Dr. Iman Hakim shares her views on the pandemic, changes in public health education, and her pride in the college.

Chris Tisch takes a tour of Roy P. Drachman Hall under construction in 2005. Tisch is one of a small number of staff who have been with the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health since its inception in 2000.

Public Health ‘Originals’ Reflect on the Past Two Decades

Oct. 28, 2020

The College of Public Health honors its ‘MEZCOPH Originals,’ faculty and staff who have been with the college since its inception in 2000.

The Pediatric Pulmonary Center at Steele Children’s Research Center treats children with complex pulmonary diagnoses.

Pediatric Pulmonary Center Succeeds with Comprehensive Care

Oct. 28, 2020

Health professionals trained to work together can give children with severe pulmonary diseases better, more holistic care.

When a reporter calls, researchers can be ready to share their science with a few simple tips for effective communication.

Making Science More Accessible

Oct. 21, 2020

By considering the general public a key audience, researchers can generate more enthusiasm, trust and funding for science.

Kicking Off A 20-Day Virtual Celebration of Public Health

Oct. 19, 2020

The Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health marks its 20th anniversary with a special celebration for 20 days.

Jun Wang, PhD, uses cells infected with a virus to test an antiviral drug candidate. He says preparation for the pandemic of tomorrow requires working on antiviral drugs and vaccines today.

A Virologist Answers Questions about COVID-19 and Flu

Oct. 13, 2020

Health Sciences researcher Dr. Jun Wang says the world can be better prepared for the next viral outbreak by supporting infectious disease research now.

New sections offer more ways to stay connected across the University of Arizona Health Sciences.

Welcome to the Future of Health Sciences Connect

Oct. 8, 2020

Calendar, Announcements, college-specific pages are among the new features in this one-stop shop for Health Sciences news and information.

Why Do You Wear Your Mask?

Sept. 23, 2020

Health Sciences is leading by example, wearing masks and practicing public health protocols.

Since 2013, Health Sciences research funding has been on a steady upward trajectory, more than doubling annual earnings in that time.

COVID-19 Partnerships Drive Record Year of Research Funding

Sept. 23, 2020

Health Sciences researchers have broken an institutional funding record as they tackle a range of challenging health problems, now including COVID-19.