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VCU announces new School of Population Health

By Danielle Pierce. Virginia Commonwealth University announced today the creation of a dedicated School of Population Health, the 15th school or college belonging to its academic enterprise. “VCU is here to make a profound difference in the lives of people everywhere,” said Michael Rao, Ph.D., president of VCU and VCU Health.

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VCU School of Population Health now on formal path to …

WebBy Danielle Pierce. Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Population Health has achieved a significant milestone at its one-year mark: It is now on a formal …

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VCU unveils new health system brand

WebThe new VCU Health brand unifies the entire organization under a single brand working toward one common purpose: to relentlessly explore new ways to improve …

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Class of 2024: Alyssa Sievers turned injury into …

WebMay 1, 2024. Class of 2024: Alyssa Sievers turned injury into opportunity and found her passion for physical therapy The Honors College student, who will pursue …

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May 2024 graduates

WebMay 3, 2024. Class of 2024: Inspired by his own journey, VCU nursing student Aaron Wimer aims to make an impact in mental health care. May 2, 2024

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New health services degree gives students a chance to …

WebBy Malorie Burkett VCU College of Health Professions Health care jobs are in high demand during the pandemic. And with student interest in health care careers on …

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Gaining momentum for liver care: Arun Sanyal reflects on …

WebBy Olivia Trani. In December 2021, Virginia Commonwealth University shared its plan to create an institute for liver disease and metabolic health, building on …

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Dying too soon: New report reveals deep and persistent …

WebBy Olivia Trani. The Northern Virginia suburbs of Washington are known for their affluence and high quality of life. However, these broad generalizations mask stark …

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Breaking barriers

WebAccording to the Association of American Medical Colleges, the number of first-year Black students entering medical school in the fall of 2021 increased 21% …

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VCU to create Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic …

WebDec. 13, 2021. VCU to create Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health The new institute, under the leadership of liver disease specialist and researcher Arun Sanyal, will …

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Rising child mortality in the U.S. has the most impact on Black and

WebThe new study found that mortality rates increased by 36.7% in Black youth and 22.3% in Native American youth between 2014 and 2020, while only increasing by …

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Transplant research expands organ access and supports lower …

WebOct. 20, 2021. Transplant research expands organ access and supports lower-income patients For several years, transplant researchers have studied a unique process that …

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Class of 2024: Inspired by his own journey, VCU nursing student …

WebMay 3, 2024. Class of 2024: Inspired by his own journey, VCU nursing student Aaron Wimer aims to make an impact in mental health care With his second degree …

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Personal connection at the heart of Equity in Cardiovascular Health

WebLocated at the VCU Health Hub at 25th, this free, community-based program will explore mental and physical health through painting.Women ages 18+ are invited to …

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New study shows liver patients see benefits after going meatless …

WebBy A.J. Hostetler Stravitz-Sanyal Institute for Liver Disease and Metabolic Health Just one meal without meat can lower levels of harmful ammonia in people with …

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State policies are increasingly affecting the health of Americans

WebBy Laura Rossacher. An individual’s life expectancy in the U.S. increasingly depends on the state in which they live, according to an editorial by Steven Woolf, M.D., …

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Class of 2024: Family and diversity inspire Sheila Hernández-Rubio …

WebApril 30, 2024. Class of 2024: Family and diversity inspire Sheila Hernández-Rubio on her path toward medicine and community With a NIH project starting soon, pre …

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Bringing needed care to medically underserved communities

WebBy Joan Tupponce. Kelly Cheung, a third-year medical student at Virginia Commonwealth University, grew up in a medically underserved area in California. Seeing …

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Anderson Gallery to hold closing reception

WebBy Jennifer Curtis University News Services The Anderson Gallery at Virginia Commonwealth University invites the public to attend a reception on Feb. 28 to honor …

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How does exercise affect the health of women and men differently

WebMost popular. April 29, 2024. For VCU students, foreign expedition offered a river of knowledge and memories. April 19, 2024. Three siblings are chasing their dreams – and …

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New VCU study captures how the COVID-19 pandemic has altered …

WebBy Leila Ugincius. While the COVID-19 pandemic has strained perceptions of health care and education quality, it also has catalyzed a re-evaluation of economic …

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How completing your daily health check helps everyone stay safe

WebAug. 28, 2020. How completing your daily health check helps everyone stay safe Taking a few minutes a day to see how you feel is one of several measures we all can take to …

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VCU School of the Arts MFA graduates exhibit during Bushwick …

WebBy Leila Ugincius. Virginia Commonwealth University’s Department of Sculpture + Extended Media will open its biannual MFA exhibition Friday, June 5, at The Vazquez Building …

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VCU Health System and Optima Health agree on joint ownership …

WebSept. 26, 2019. VCU Health System and Optima Health agree on joint ownership of Virginia Premier Health Plan New relationship will bring together mission-driven, Virginia-based …

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With nearly $1M federal grant, VCU School of Dentistry researcher

WebShillpa Naavaal, an associate professor in the VCU School of Dentistry, hopes to promote strong oral health policies with the help of a five-year grant from the NIH.

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VCU Arnold Lecture to feature children’s book authors

WebTwo children’s authors who use their works to advocate cultural understanding and promote history will be featured during the fifth annual Virginia Arnold Lecture in Child and …

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With quick thinking and CPR skills, pre-med student Nyla Harris …

WebApril 23, 2024. With quick thinking and CPR skills, pre-med student Nyla Harris helped save a restaurant customer’s life VCU junior’s spring break brunch turned into an emergency …

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Beyond Dry January: Addressing the health impacts of alcohol

WebBy Grace McOmber School of Medicine At the beginning of this year, approximately 21% of drinking-age adults in the United States reported they were …

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