University Of Iowa College Of Public Health

UI College of Public Health alumnus Aaron Reinke joins Alexis and Steve to talk about his experiences at the Black Hawk County Health Department and discuss what it's like as an epidemiologist - especially a relatively new one - at the local level during a global pandemic. A transcript of the episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-working-as-an-epidemiologist-during-a-pandemic/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This week our guest is Dr. Nafissa Cisse Egbuonye, director of the Black Hawk County Health Department. She joins Steve and Alexis to talk about working in public health at the local level and the keys to communicating important messages during the pandemic. In 2019, the UI College of Public Health honored Dr. Cisse Egbuonye with the Iowa Public Health Heroes Award, You can read more about her at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/past-public-health-heroes/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu A transcript of the episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-talking-local-public-health-with-dr-nafissa-cisse-egbuonye/

Here's a great discussion about COVID19 vaccine allocation and distribution at the local level. Sam Jarvis from Johnson County Public Health talks about the distribution plan and the process used to arrive at it along with how it fits in with overall emergency preparedness. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-talking-covid-19-vaccine-allocation-and-distribution/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This week Alex discusses the recent violence against the AAPI community and it's implications for public health with Dr. Melissa Borja from the University of Michigan. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-public-health-implications-of-violence-toward-the-aapi-community/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

Alexis talks with guests Dr. Amy Pearlman, urologist and director of the men's health program at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and her research assistant Laura Olds. They discuss the intersection of public health and health care where information and access are keys to connecting with patients and helping them lead their best, healthiest lives. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/63527-2/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

This week, we're so pleased to celebrate the 100th episode of "From the Front Row." We bring back former hosts Ian and Hailey to chat with our current crew about their podcasting experiences. They share what stood out to them in their interviews with public health experts, what they've learned about themselves, and discuss their favorite episodes.

This week, Alex hosts a terrific and timely interview with Dr. Patricia Winokur from the University of Iowa. They talk about the development and clinical trials process of 2 types of COVID19 vaccines and the part that Dr. Winokur and the UI played, and is currently playing, in studying the effectiveness of these vaccines. As an infectious disease specialist for the University of Iowa hospitals and clinics, Dr. Winokur is the principal investigator for the UI trial, the new COVID-19 vaccine, made by Novavax, and led the UI site clinical trial for the Pfizer bio and tech vaccine. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-clinical-trials-covid-19-vaccines-and-what-comes-next/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

In this episode in our series on global public health, Megan and Steve explore the public health response to COVID19 in Bosnia-Herzegovina, with Dr. Sanjin Musa, epidemiologist at the Institute for Public Health in that country. A transcript of this episode is available at https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/news-items/from-the-front-row-tackling-covid-19-in-bosnia-herzegovina/ Have an idea for a show? Questions or comments for our hosts? Send email to cph-gradambassador@uiowa.edu

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