Tag: Health
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Alford Young, Jr., University of Michigan – Isolation Protocols and Low-Income African-American Workers
On University of Michigan Week: Isolation protocols during the pandemic can be challenging for low-wage workers in particular. Alford Young, Jr., professor of sociology, examines the experiences of these workers. Alford A. Young, Jr. is Arthur F. Thurnau Professor of Sociology, Afroamerican and African Studies, with a courtesy appointment at the Gerald R. Ford School…
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William Lopez, University of Michigan – COVID-19 in Prisons and Meat Packing Plants
On University of Michigan Week: It’s impossible to social distance for prisoners in prison setting. William Lopez, clinical assistant professor in the school of public health, determines people of color are more vastly affected by these facilities. William D. Lopez is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan School of Public Health and…
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Alison Pittman, Texas A&M University – LGBTQIA+ Medical Care
On Texas A&M Center for Sports Management Research & Education Week: LGBTQIA+ patients still face challenges at their doctor’s office. Alison Pittman, clinical assistant professor in the college of nursing, explores why. Alison Pittman, PhD, MSN, CPN, RN, CNE is a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M College of Nursing. Her research interests include…
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Tamie Jovanelly, Berry College – Water Quality
Water is a powerful tool and an important resource. Tamie Jovanelly, associate professor of geology at Berry College, determines how experiences can change people’s relationship with this life-giving force. Dr. Tamie Jovanelly is an Associate Professor of Geology at a premiere institution called Berry College. She received her PhD from Kent State University, her MS…
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Michael Vargas, SUNY New Paltz – COVID-19 and the Black Death
Where do we look for historical insight on the current pandemic? Michael Vargas, professor of medieval history at SUNY New Paltz, compares COVID-19 to the period of the Black Death. Employed at SUNY New Paltz since 2006, Michael Vargas advanced to Associate Professor rank in 2013 and Professor rank in 2019. He is a historian…
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Brianne Gilbert, Loyola Marymount University – COVID-19 Opinions
What were people thinking about stay at home orders during the COVID-19 pandemic? Brianne Gilbert, senior lecturer in political science and urban and environmental sciences at Loyola Marymount University, called around to find out. Brianne Gilbert is the associate director for the Center for the Study of Los Angeles, where she has led numerous studies…
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Ilaria Scaglia, Aston University – International Cooperation during a Pandemic
International cooperation can be key to handling health crises. Ilaria Scaglia, lecturer and head of history at Aston University, looks at one time in history for an example. Ilaria Scaglia studied at the University Ca’ Foscari of Venice and at the State University of New York at Buffalo where she earned her Ph.D. in History. …
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Trish O’Kane, University of Vermont – Birding Can Change the World
Doing comforting things virtually has been an important coping method for stress and anxiety. Trish O’Kane, lecturer in the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources at the University of Vermont, discusses one way students are learning about the natural world from afar. An environmental educator who uses action-research to promote environmental and social justice,…
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Amorette Barber, Longwood University – T-Cells
On Longwood University Week: We need a cancer treatment that leaves behind adverse side effects. Amorette Barber, associate professor of biology, details one such method that is on the way. I am an Associate Professor of Biology in the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences. My research focuses on tumor immunology. Current cancer treatments such…
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Kevin Doyle, Longwood University – Substance Abuse Disorders
On Longwood University Week: We should look to change how we view addiction. Kevin Doyle, associate professor of education, describes better ways of treatment. Dr. Kevin Doyle is a professor in the Counselor Education program at Longwood University in Farmville, Virginia and Chair of the Department of Education and Special Education. Prior to that, he…