School of Public Health

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Discover how our research impacts communities at home and abroad

Centers and programs

Our specialty centers are actively involved in research activities that span public and community health. Find out how we're making a difference in environmental health, biostatistics, addiction treatment and prevention, epidemiology and more.

Research

Faculty and students of the School of Public Health conduct state-of-the-art research in a wide range of areas related to public health.

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Global health initiatives

In collaboration with the School of Public Health, the Larson Institute for Health Impact and Equity offers international fieldwork programs, research opportunities and global engagement efforts that provide hands-on training experiences for students.

Upcoming events from the School of Public Health

Jun 18

The Deadly Intersection of Heat and Overdose: Understanding the Impact of Extreme Heat, Substance Use, and Overdose Risk 12:00 PM Lectures & Seminars

Jul 09

Care Considerations for Addressing Substance Use and the Opioid Epidemic Among Older Adult Populations 09:00 AM Lectures & Seminars

Aug 07

Ethics for Peer Recovery Support Specialists (PRSS): IN-PERSON at University of Nevada, Reno - Redfield Campus, 18600 Wedge Pkwy, Reno, NV 89511 09:00 AM Lectures & Seminars

Aug 14

Healing through Culture: Restoring Balance and Wellness in Native Communities 09:30 AM Lectures & Seminars

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School news

CASAT, REMSA, Reno Fire and the UPDNC receive a commendation from the City of Reno.

Quick actions by CASAT employees and University Police help save contractor’s life

The response highlights the importance of CPR training, AED access and a community ready to act in an emergency

Daryl Lawson with Dean Muge Akpinar-Elci sitting at her kitchen table with Turkish coffee cups in front of them.

Brewing Better Health Episode 6: When movement is the prescription

Daryl Lawson, PT, MPT, D.Sc., joins Dean Muge Akpinar-Elci, M.D., MPH, to discuss Nevada’s physical therapy workforce and access to care needs

Nevada Baseball's Mahiro Tomita pitching with a crowd in the background.

From the mound up: How ankle motion shapes a pitcher’s stride

A closer look at how small movements in the lower body can shape pitching mechanics

The School of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), an independent agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education to accredit schools of public health and public health programs. To request a copy of the school's most recent self-study and/or final report, please email lbenbrahim@unr.edu.