College of Public Health

A dog in France has monkeypox, worrying scientists that we won’t be able to eradicate the virus if it spreads to more animals

Hybrid school-based programs for preventing substance abuse offer considerable public health potential.

A new study from Health Administration and Policy Professor Alison Cuellar shows cost savings to insurance companies for telehealth visits because many people substitute virtual visits for in-person visits. 

In a world first, Scotland offers tampons and pads for free

Assistant Professor of Social Work and MSW Online Program Coordinator Daphne King provides tips for prospective Master of Social Work (MSW) students considering online programs.

Department of Nutrition and Food Studies opens clinic with expansion plans to include student practice with the dietitian program. 

Incoming freshman and nursing major Jennifer Owen, who works as an EMT with Purcellville Volunteer Rescue Squad, aspires to become a critical care nurse.

Bruises are harder to detect on people of color in abuse cases. New technology could change that

Dr. Katherine Scafide, associate professor of Nursing, speaks to NBC Nightly News about her research on Alternate Light Sources (ALS). The research helps identify hard-to-see bruising in darker skin tones, where it may otherwise be difficult or impossible to detect.

This is the first in a series of video messages from the Dean’s Office. Dean Melissa Perry will regularly share updates about the great work of the College to keep you informed, engaged, and connected. This week's video features why it's a great time to be in public health.