University Of Iowa College Of Public Health

Here's an interesting twist on public health: healthy ageing and financial security. This week our guests Catherine Collinson and Patti Rowey from the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies talk about ageing and what financial security means to physical and mental health as people approach retirement. Here are links for more information about a few of the programs mentioned in this episode: To learn more about the CAFES project, visit https://transamericainstitute.org/age-friendly-workplaces#about. If you are an interested HR professional in Colorado and want to participate in the CAFES team work, please contact Stevland Sonnier at stevland-sonnier@uiowa.edu To learn more about Encore, visit https://encore.org/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/what-do-aging-retirement-and-financial-security-have-in-common-public-health/

Dr. Paul Bass talks with our host Steve about the challenges of public health work in developing countries, including the allocation of resources and conflicting interests. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-public-health-and-globalization/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

In this week's episode hosted by Steve and Alexis, Dr. Edrisa Sanyang shares his thoughts on the importance of working with a global mindset to address public health issues, while building and strengthening local connections to create community-specific programs. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-public-health-community-collaboration-in-the-gambia/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

Studying health policy during a pandemic presents many unique challenges. This week Steve talks with PhD student Jason Semprini about his experiences and how covid19 and disparities in access and care are changing the future of health policy. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/2LUorRv Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

In this episode, Oge and Steve talk to Cathy Ferree, CEO of the Indiana State Museum. Cathy led the development of a museum exhibit entitled, "FIX: Heartbreak and Hope Inside Our Opioid Crisis," with the aim of breaking stigmas surrounding opioid use disorder. They discuss the concept and the science behind the exhibit and the community partnerships that helped make it a reality. To learn more about the exhibit, visit https://www.indianamuseum.org/experiences/fix-heartbreak-hope/ A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/35RcsLr Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This week, Alex and Steve talk about the issues surrounding reproductive justice with attorney, advocate, and University of Iowa alumna, Stephanie Kraft Sheley. They touch on the maternal mortality crisis, reproductive rights, and abortion. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3bi2x4Y Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

In our final episode of 2020, Steve talks with CPH alumna Kate Florek, director of The Landing in Wausau, Wisconsin. She talks about her unique path through the public health landscape and the issues surrounding health policy, taking care of America's older adults, and keeping them healthy, active, and engaged in their communities. If you'd like to learn more about The Landing, visit https://www.thelandingwausau.com/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This week, Emma and Steve talk to Owen Parker, Program Manager for the Office of Medical Cannabidiol at the Iowa Department of Public Health. Owen is also a 2015 graduate of the University of Iowa College of Public Health where he earned his MPH in occupational and environmental health. They discuss the issues surrounding medical cannabinoid use in Iowa, and policy and public health implications of its legalization. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-discussing-iowas-medical-cannabidiol-program/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This 2nd episode of our global public health series focuses on mental health. Alexis and Steve talk to Rafael Munoz CEO of Human Reinvention based in Ecuador. He shares his thoughts on mental health and trauma as public health issues as well as how the pandemic is impacting the mental health of individuals. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/2JRW4lY Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This week, Alexis and Steve welcome Dr. Susan Brumby to the program. Dr. Brumby is the founding director of the National Centre for Farmer Health, an innovative partnership between Western District Health Service and Deakin University Australia. She discusses the issues surrounding the health, safety, and wellbeing of farmers and agricultural workers and how a practical understanding of rural communities helps create meaningful connections. Read more about Dr. Brumby: https://www.rrh.org.au/journal/profile/9630/susan_brumby A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3g5jzn6 Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This is an encore featuring one of our most popular episodes from last summer. Steve and Emma talk with Dr. Tala Al-Rousan about her work with refugees and prisoners and the many health challenges facing these populations including mental health trauma. Dr. Al-Rousan is an alumna of the the University of Iowa College of Public Health and is currently an assistant professor at UC San Diego and social justice activist for refugees and marginalized populations. Read about some of her work at: www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/…ut-borders/ Biosketch: www.gbhi.org/tala-al-rousan Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

What's it like delivering mental health and counseling services to students on a Big Ten campus during the Covid-19 pandemic? How have counselors and students adapted to tele-mental health therapy? Our crew talks about these issues and more with University of Iowa Director of Counseling Services, Dr. Barry Schreier. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3feHiRn Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This week, the members of our podcast team share their experiences as public health students during the Covid-19 pandemic. They discuss how they are dealing with stress and isolation, managing their education via Zoom classes, and what they are thankful and hopeful for in these uncertain times. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/2K5F8s5 Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This week we go global. Oge and new crew member Megan, talk with UI PhD student Toluwani Adekunle about the issues of violence, trauma, and social determinants of health in Africa and Hong Kong. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/38kHnSp Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This week, Steve has a terrific discussion about several aspects of health policy with Dr. Anshul Dixit and Dr. Brian Kaskie. They explore telehealth, healthcare for the elderly, and how Covid-19 has affected care delivery and policy. Here's a link to the policy brief discussed in the show: https://impaqint.com/work/issue-briefs/expansion-telehealth-equity-considerations-policymakers-providers-payers A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3oDSz24 Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This week, Oge and Luke have a wide-ranging and informative discussion with Edith Parker, dean of the University of Iowa College of Public Health. They touch on Dean Parker's path to leadership, big picture public health topics like social determinants of health, investing in prevention, and the role of policy in creating healthier communities. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3mioEuu Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This week we talk with Dan Sewell and Caitlin Ward from the University of Iowa Department of Biostatistics. They share their thoughts about working on the COVID19 modeling app for the state of Iowa and the complexities involved in infectious disease modeling. A transcript for this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3563KYx Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

Dr. Mary Charlton discusses her work tracking cancer data in Iowa as the head of the Iowa Cancer Registry. She also touches on her path into cancer epidemiology, health disparities in cancer treatment, and the importance of understanding the data and trends and help reduce the burden of cancer in the state. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/34DmgqZ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

What's it like to be an MHA student? How does the program at the University of Iowa prepare students to meet the challenges of health administration? How does modern health care integrate public health concepts? This week, Steve talks with some 2nd-year MHA students to answer these questions and much more. A transcript of this episode is available at https://bit.ly/3jopwwh Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

Steve and Emma talk with the recipients of our 2020 Outstanding Alumni Awards. Kari Harland and Ty Borders discuss their different career paths and offer advice for students entering the job market. A transcript of this episode is available at bit.ly/3mXjJAj Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu