News: Department of Environmental and Occupational Health
News highlights featuring UNLV students and staff who made (refreshing) waves in the headlines.
News highlights starring UNLV students and faculty who made local and national headlines.
Public Health professor Erika Marquez receives 2024 Community Engagement Award for her work breaking down barriers to reach marginalized communities.
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Partnership with the Las Vegas Raiders uses sports to boost body image and mental well-being of teenage girls.
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A roundup of the top news stories featuring UNLV students and faculty.
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As the nation's most-watched sports entertainment event rolls into town, UNLV researchers are available to provide expertise.
The director of UNLV’s Occupational Therapy program likens her field to the nest-building skills of birds.
A roundup of prominent news stories highlighting university pride, research, and community collaboration.
News stories from the summer featuring UNLV students and faculty.
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How the UNLV/CCSD Pollen Monitoring Program can help you keep tabs on local allergens.
News highlights featuring UNLV faculty and students who made local and national headlines.
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After spending most of her public health career living out of a suitcase, Louisa Messenger has settled down to bring her expertise in infectious diseases and insects to Las Vegas.