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New USF Health partnership to combat severe health care shortage in Jamaica
In the vibrant heart of the Caribbean, Jamaica is facing a silent healthcare crisis. Nearly half of its healthcare workforce is leaving the island for opportunities abroad. It鈥檚 a daunting challenge for the University of the West Indies 鈥� the region's largest producer of healthcare professionals, 鈥� working to train and retain new nurses quickly enough to replace those who leave.听
August 7, 2024Current News, Global Nursing, Partnerships
USF Nursing Researchers Awarded Grants to Advance Women's and Infant Health
Each year, the USF Women鈥檚 Health Collaborative fuels innovative interdisciplinary research by awarding seed grants to faculty teams focused on advancing women鈥檚 health. This year, two researchers from the USF Health College of Nursing, Dr. Catherine Nadeau and Dr. Ryan Pace, are on teams that have been selected for the Judy Genshaft Women鈥檚 Health Collaborative Award for their innovative studies that address critical health issues impacting mothers and infants.
July 25, 2024Awards & Accolades, Current News, Research
USF College of Nursing prioritizes employee wellbeing with Summer Sweat Challenge
At the heart of every thriving organization or company are its employees. Balancing the demands of the workday can be challenging and time-consuming, often leaving little room for self-care and wellness. Recognizing this, the USF Health College of Nursing established its Office of Wellbeing.
July 18, 2024Current News
Breath of fresh air: PhD student's mission to improve post-COVID-19 respiratory health
Four years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, individuals are still suffering from lasting effects of the virus. Sandra Morgan, a PhD student, has made it her priority to study the impact on the respiratory system and how individuals can strengthen it again.
June 25, 2024Research
Inspiring Future Nurses: USF College of Nursing and Pepin Family Foundation Expand Summer Pathway Program
For the second consecutive year, the 色色研究所 (USF) College of Nursing and the Pepin Family Foundation have joined forces to offer high school students an insightful glimpse into the nursing profession.
June 14, 2024Partnerships, Student Success
Educating for emergencies: USF nursing professor hosts active shooter and mass casualty training program for the community
Active shooter and mass casualty events occur too frequently, prompting an urgent dialogue about prevention and response strategies. Following a rise in church shootings in 2021, Dr. Janet Roman, a professor at the 色色研究所 College of Nursing, initiated efforts to educate and equip the community for these crises.
June 11, 2024Current News
Transitioning Leadership: The Biobehavioral Lab welcomes Ryan Pace
Dr. Ryan Pace steps into the role of Assistant Director of the Biobehavioral Lab at the USF Health College of Nursing.
May 31, 2024Current News, Research
USF Health College of Nursing unveils Port of Tampa Seafarers Center Clinic
The USF Health College of Nursing and Port Tampa Bay have partnered to create a first-of-its-kind on-site nurse-managed clinic to provide health care for the thousands of seafarers whose global maritime routes bring them to the port each year.
May 29, 2024Current News, Global Nursing, Partnerships
From oncology nurse to researcher, PhD student researches cancer patient care
Cancer patients across the globe endure severe side effects from treatments that can drastically affect their quality of life. Kailei Yan, a third-year PhD student at the USF Health College of Nursing, is trailblazing research on the role of self-efficacy in mediating the relationship between symptoms and quality of life in cancer patients.
May 28, 2024Awards & Accolades, Research, Student Success
Golden minds in the golden years: Dr. Ashley Curtis' research on aging and cognitive wellness
As humans age, their minds and bodies undergo many changes. While many of these changes are a universal experience, such as graying hair and weakening bones, other changes, like those that affect the brain, raise many questions and concerns for researchers. Among them is Ashley Curtis, PhD, a trailblazing researcher in the USF College of Nursing, investigating how cognitive function relates to sleep in aging adults.
May 22, 2024Current News, Research
Nursing expansion progresses: demolition complete, new construction phase set to begin
The USF Health College of Nursing expansion project is advancing with demolition complete and construction of a new state-of-the-art facility beginning.
May 20, 2024Current News
Mo-Bull Health Medical Clinic aids in cancer prevention by offering free screenings at SWFCCC health event
The USF Health College of Nursing's Mo-Bull Nurse Medical Clinic recently participated in a Health Expo coordinated by the Southwest Florida Cancer Control Collaborative. In collaboration with the Pasco FBCCEDP and the Cancer Tamer Foundation, the event provided the community of Brooksville with vital health information and screenings.
May 16, 2024Current News, Partnerships