Stories tagged with: Health Research

Warren Galbreath, OHIO Eastern Social Work Professor

More mental health care for the region: Ohio University, West Virginia Northern Community College sign articulation agreements

March 22, 2024 3 min

OHIO and West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) are combining efforts to tackle this problem by providing a seamless transfer pathways for students working toward a bachelor’s degree in social work or criminal justice.

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine researchers link social factors with diabetes rates in Appalachia

March 19, 2024 3 min

Three social determinants of health significantly correlate with southeast Ohio diabetes rates according to a recent study by Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine researchers.

Christopher Johnson sits at the desk in his office with homemade art strung on the wall behind him

Community Health

'You're a bridge. You are the community.'

March 14, 2024 9 min

How OHIO-trained community health workers connect with and care for the people in their region.

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OHIO researchers join statewide effort to combat mental health, substance use epidemic

March 13, 2024 4 min

A team of researchers from Ohio University is joining a statewide initiative to identify the leading causes of mental health challenges, suicide, and substance use disorder in Ohio communities.

Diabetes

Revolutionizing diabetes care: Ohio University's impact on the Appalachian Diabetes Belt

March 7, 2024 7 min

Diabetes, a national crisis, hits close to home in the heart of Appalachia. While the infamous "Diabetes Belt" traditionally encompasses southern states like Georgia and Alabama, the Appalachian region grapples with similarly alarming rates of diabetes-related mortality.

A nurse anesthesia candidate works in the operating room

Ohio University launches new nurse anesthesia program in partnership with OhioHealth

March 1, 2024 3 min

Ohio University's College of Health Sciences and Professions is addressing the growing demand for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) nationwide with a new anesthesia program in collaboration with OhioHealth Grant Medical Center. The program will launch in fall 2024.

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine professor shapes national standards of diabetes care

February 23, 2024 2 min

Elizabeth Beverly, Ph.D., will serve on the American Diabetes Association’s Professional Practice Committee to establish the national Standards of Care in Diabetes.

Keynote speaker Gilbert Liu, MD, at Health Scholars Research Symposium

Ohio University Health Scholars Research Symposium recognizes medical and health student researchers

February 19, 2024 3 min

Students attending the second annual OHIO's Health Scholars Research Symposium gained a deeper understanding of Medicaid and how they can make a difference in the lives of those who rely on Medicaid.

Zelalem Haile, HCOM associate professor of epidemiology

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine researcher finds correlation between hookah use and postpartum depression

February 19, 2024 3 min

Symptoms of postpartum depression are higher among women who used hookahs before or during pregnancy, according to a study led by Ohio University Heritage College of Medicine's Zelalem Haile, Ph.D.

Alumna of OHIO Chillicothe's inaugural Social Work cohort returning to teach next generation of health care professionals

January 23, 2024 3 min

Nikki (Susan) Priest has returned to her alma mater, Ohio University Chillicothe, to teach in social work.

Camryn Zornes pinky promises middle schooler

Ohio University Southern alumna inspires health and wellness in Lawrence County

January 4, 2024 4 min

Ohio University Southern alumna Camryn Zornes is a proactive community health advocate, spearheading outreach initiatives and partnerships in Lawrence County.

Participants of the Cat Camp diabetes day camp are shown posing for a photo on the basketball court at an OHIO Men's Basketball game

Diabetes Awareness Month activities highlight efforts to combat this chronic condition

December 6, 2023 2 min

The Diabetes Institute in the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine marked the month with special events that reflect a commitment to its mission to improve the lives of those affected by diabetes.

Natalie Kruse is shown looking at a computer screen that has air quality information on it

PurpleAir Air Quality Project aims to increase health information, data collection across southeast Ohio

December 6, 2023 3 min

The project aims to provide residents in southeast Ohio with access to adequate, updated air quality information following the Canadian wildfires from the summer.

An Athens-City County Health Department worker gives a community member facing away from the camera a vaccine shot

Boosting access to vaccines in Athens County: Ohio University’s health programs alleviate barriers

November 28, 2023 5 min

OHIO and Athens City-County Health Department are partnering to overcome a health challenge that has persisted since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic: People just aren’t getting vaccinated.

a female student wearing scrubs puts on a disposable face mask and plastic eye shield

Health

The Heart of Health, Here at OHIO

November 1, 2023 3 min

Ohio University is leading the way in health care education.

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