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UNCG PROFESSOR WORKS WITH WHO TO IMPROVE SEXUAL HEALTH
Survey instruments–questionnaires that are used to collect information on a respondent–are vital to public health research. Many survey instruments on sexual and reproductive health have been developed for use in high-income countries, and oftentimes these tools are too specific to be used across various countries and contexts, limiting the ability to make cross-country comparisons.
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STATEMENTS ON RACIAL JUSTICE FROM OUR DEPARTMENTS
Department of Social Work Department of Kinesiology Department of Public Health Education
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HHS STUDENT SUCCESS COORDINATOR, ZITHOBILE NXUMALO SPEAKS WITH WFMY ABOUT “HOW TO BE AN ALLY TO MINORITY COMMUNITIES”
https://hhs.uncg.edu/news/hhs-student-success-coordinator-zithobile-nxumalo-speaks-with-wfmy-about-how-to-be-an-ally-to-minority-communities/
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UNCG RESEARCH EXPLORES HYDRATION AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS
Drink more water. It’s advice we hear frequently – from a parent, a doctor, or a coach. We know hydration is important for our overall health and wellness. But how much should we be drinking?
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PROFESSOR AWARDED $100,000 GATES FOUNDATION GRANT
Dr. Jocelyn R. Smith Lee has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for her project “Disrupting Dehumanizing Narratives of Black Men in Poverty.” Smith Lee is one of just 28 grantees across the nation to be selected as part of the Gates Foundation’s Voices for Economic Opportunity Grand Challenge.
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CTR grad featured in New York Life Insurance #LoveTakesAction series
Nonprofits like Boys & Girls Clubs of America put their love into action for our communities, and they need us now more than ever. Before the COVID-19 crisis, New York Life went to Greensboro, NC, to shine a light on one special person who goes above and beyond for his team. Watch episode 1 of…
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Race and Health Symposium – UNC Greensboro 2020
UNCG Race and Health Symposium 2020
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ED.D. IN KINESIOLOGY Virtual Defenses ‘UNFORGETTABLE’
Dr. Amanda Durall never imagined that she would complete her doctorate in the backseat of her minivan in the middle of a global pandemic. She had twin girls in January 2020 and finished her online EdD in kinesiology dissertation while on bedrest and in between countless trips to the neonatal intensive care unit.
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HHS Undergraduate and Graduate Students Showcase Research in Spring 2020 Expo
This year more than thirty HHS students participated in the Undergraduate Research and Creativity Expo and the Showcase of Scholarship.
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Class of 2020: Amanda Stewart
Senior Amanda Stewart had just returned from an unforgettable weekend at the Southern Conference Basketball Championships in Asheville. As co-captain of the Spartan G’s Dance Team, she had spent the weekend performing, cheering on the Spartans, and hyping up the crowd.
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UNCG Appoints New Chancellor’s Fellow for Campus Climate
UNC Greensboro Chancellor Franklin D. Gilliam, Jr. today announced that Dr. Andrea G. Hunter, professor of human development and family studies, will join the UNCG leadership team as the next Chancellor’s Fellow for Campus Climate. During this summer and academic year, she will be working with current fellow, Dr. Julie Mendez Smith.
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Staying active during COVID-19
Stay-at-home restrictions continue to tighten in order to help contain the spread of COVID-19; yet now more than ever, it’s important for us to stay active and heart-healthy. Regular exercise is a proven way to combat anxiety, depression, and boost our overall sense of well-being.
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Homebound? Advice from nutrition experts
Social distancing doesn’t mean our health and wellness should be compromised. As we prepare for extended time indoors, how can we ensure good nutrition? And what cost-effective strategies should we keep in mind?
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Information on the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
The School of Health and Human Sciences is closely monitoring the rapidly changing 2019 Novel Coronavirus situation in coordination with the University, including the Chancellor’s Office, Provost’s Office, Student Health, and UNCG Emergency Management.
HHS News
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GCSTOP Distributing Free Naloxone Kits to Prevent Opioid Deaths
“Every overdose death is a preventable death.” Health leaders in Guilford County are working to save more lives in the fight against opioid overdoses. Read article: Health Leaders Offer Free Naloxone to Fight Against Opioid Epidemic, written by Marissa Tansino.
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CWHW Research Forum on Women’s Health and Wellness, March 25, 2022
Date: Friday, March 25, 2022 Time: 8:30am-12pm Where: Zoom. Register here. Upcoming schedule for the event and the Research Forum flyer: 2022 Research Forum Schedule (PDF) 2022 Research Forum Flyer (PDF)
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KIN Alum and UNCG Athletic Trainer Saves a Player’s Life
“Here’s a story not about wins or losses but how a team trainer saved a player’s life.” Stephen Borchik, a Kinesiology Alum, saved a player’s life. Read article: Greensboro Athletic Trainer Recognized for Saving a Player’s Life, written by Grace Holland.
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Student Podcast on Athlete Mental Health and Title IX
Listen to podcast: Alex Rodriguez: Behind The Shield.
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Short film on Peace Systems and Alternatives to War
A Path Away From War: The Science of Peace Systems A brief overview of how peace systems from different parts of the world successfully prevent war and facilitate unity and cooperation among neighboring societies. Please see the Peace and Conflict Studies Films page for more information.
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KIN Faculty and GERO Alumna Featured in Podcast on Physical Activity and Cognitive Decline
Dementia is at an all-time high in America. Many adult children are starting to notice declines in their aging parents. In this podcast, we learn about ways that we can help prevent these declines in our older adults. In this episode, host Frances Hall, Founder and Executive Director of ACAPcommunity,…
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Dr. Elise Eifert on Dementia-Related Challenges with Getting Dressed
“Dressing and undressing requires numerous, sequenced steps,” says Dr. Eifert. “With dementia, the person may not remember the steps or become confused about next steps which can cause mistakes to happen like wearing underwear on the outside of the pants.” For more information, see the article If You Do This…
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NTR-KIN Team Creates VR Avatar Program to Provide Nutrition Education
NTR-KIN Team Creates VR Avatar Program to Provide Nutrition Education
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IPAHW Researchers on Abusive Coaching and Olympic Speed Skater Maame Biney
See the full article, Maame Biney Rediscovered Her Olympic Dream After Leaving An Abusive Coach, for the full story and video.
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GCSTOP Director on Current Challenges with the Opioid Epidemic
https://myfox8.com/news/north-carolina/piedmont-triad/their-lives-are-worth-just-as-much-as-anybody-elses-overdoses-soar-in-piedmont-triad/
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Dr. Rosario Named as Chair of NC Institute of Medicine Board
The Department of Public Health Education’s Dr. Carrie Rosario, DrPH, MPH, CHES, has been named chair of the North Carolina Institute of Medicine Board of Directors as four new members are added to the board. See the article, NCIOM Announces New Board Chair Dr. Carrie Rosario; Welcomes 4 New Board…
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REDUCING RACE DISPARITIES IN CANCER SURVIVAL
https://hhs.uncg.edu/phe/news/reducing-race-disparities-in-cancer-survival/
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DR. EMILY JANKE INDUCTED INTO ACADEMY OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIP
Janke inducted into Academy of Community Engagement Scholarship
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Important Tips for Saving an Emergency Fund
To save money, people need financial slack — monthly income that exceeds monthly expenses. Many Americans struggle to save due to housing, medical, childcare costs, and student loan payments. – Dr. Mathieu Despard of the HHS Department of Social Work Find out how much money you should keep in an…
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KIN Alumnus Wants to Inspire Others to Give
Putting hope in the hoop