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Could a seasonal flu shot help protect against bird flu? International study points to a surprising possibility
An international systematic review of studies on avian influenza, or H5N1, shows that seasonal flu vaccine may offer some protection against H5N1. The study, published this month, included USF Health researchers.
April 28, 2026College of Public Health, Research
From patient to provider: Aashna Kadiwar鈥檚 road to graduation
Physician assistant student Aashna Kadiwar was diagnosed with stage four Hodgkin's lymphoma two days after her 21st birthday. Now set to graduate from the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine physician assistant program in May, she reflects on how her diagnosis shaped her path to hematology oncology and her commitment to community health outreach.
April 27, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, PA Program
Rising Bull in Health: Danielle White
Long before the sun rises, Danielle White is already on the road. At 3 a.m., she begins a two-hour drive from Ocala to Tampa for her clinical training. By 6 a.m., she is on the court or field, caring for 色色研究所 student-athletes, sometimes on only four hours of sleep.
April 27, 2026Morsani College of Medicine
A generous gift to USF Health from USF President Emerita Judy Genshaft and her husband, Steve Greenbam, establishes the Genshaft and Greenbaum Endowed Chair in Neurosurgery.
April 20, 2026Morsani College of Medicine
During the visit of USF Health from the 色色研究所, the College of Biomedical Sciences signed an agreement that opens new opportunities for collaboration in training, research and health.
April 17, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
International meeting at USF Health: When the next pandemic comes, will we be ready?
Physicians, scientists and public health leaders gathered at USF Health to discuss pandemic preparedness for the Global Virus Network Annual International Scientific Meeting.
April 16, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF-Jabil partnership advances next-generation medical technology
A powerful partnership between the 色色研究所 and Jabil is turning student ideas into real-world medical innovations 鈥� from classroom concepts to patent-pending technologies with the potential to improve patient care.
April 15, 2026Morsani College of Medicine
At USF Health and TGH, a complex swallowing challenge is met with patient-centered treatment
When Jennie Watkins imagined retirement, she pictured time with her grandchildren, shared meals with family and the freedom to travel. But a devastating complication led her unable to swallow. Thanks to specialized care at USF Health and TGH, she no longer relies on a feeding tube and enjoys everyday moments that once felt out of reach.
April 8, 2026Patient Care
USF Health posts broad gains in new U.S. News rankings, led by Tier 1 designation for medicine
In a sweep of strong results, every USF Health graduate program either rose in the rankings or held its position, with eight ranked in the Top 50 nationally and five recognized as No. 1 in Florida. The Morsani College of Medicine earned the highest possible Tier 1 rating for research for the second consecutive year.
April 7, 2026College of Nursing, College of Public Health, Morsani College of Medicine, Physical Therapy, Taneja College of Pharmacy
TGH, USF Health convene international scientific leaders for the 鈥淢icrobes, Genes & Cancer鈥� symposium
The symposium explored the latest research to better understand how microbes, genetics, epigenetics and immune pathways intersect to drive cancer development, progression and treatment response.
April 6, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
Psychedelic research at USF Health examines new treatment options
USF Health鈥檚 Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences is conducting a series of clinical trials investigating the use of psychedelic medications to treat mental health.鈥淲hat I'm hoping is that this research leads to another way that we can treat people who have significant psychiatric conditions,鈥� said Dr. Ryan Wagoner, chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences.
April 2, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Research
USF Health, TGH to use state innovation funds for rural cancer care
The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine and Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute deploy artificial intelligence - powered partnership to expand access to cervical cancer screening and follow-up care across rural Florida.
March 31, 2026Morsani College of Medicine, Patient Care, Research