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When Dr. Sunday Adetunji lost two siblings to sickle cell disease and a cousin during childbirth, he made a promise to reduce preventable deaths. Today, the OSU epidemiology PhD candidate combines clinical experience with data science to redesign global healthcare systems and protect vulnerable mothers and babies.

College of Health researchers published two studies on community-based HIV self-testing programs in Translational Behavioral Medicine.

Congratulations to Amamah Noor, a doctoral student in public health - health policy, who was awarded the S. Marie Harvey Sexual & Reproductive Health Fellowship for the 2025–26 academic year.

The academy aims to support early and mid-career faculty to develop leadership skills and grow their successful research programs in alignment with the university’s Prosperity Widely Shared strategic plan.

Learn about Associate Professor Jonathan Garcia's work on health disparities affecting LGBTQ+ and Latine communities. Discover his community-led approaches to HIV prevention and social inclusion.

College of Health researcher works to improve equity in cancer care and outcomes

This article captures how the fall of Roe is particularly damaging for poorer women in our country.

College of Health researchers demonstrate how accessible HIV self-testing through LGBTQ+ venues can increase detection rates. Their Portland study distributed 5 times more test kits than clinical sites, providing a model for HIV prevention in lower-prevalence cities.

The study found that longer trauma duration was linked to higher rates of physical and mental health problems, poverty, and incarceration, highlighting the need for specialized trauma-informed healthcare approaches beyond standard ACEs assessments.

OSU researchers explore the effectiveness of a Zoom-based mindfulness program in improving sexual health among breast and gynecologic cancer survivors, demonstrating its feasibility and participant satisfaction.

Research finds Oregon's gender-affirming healthcare policies rank highly nationwide but face implementation barriers. Study reveals system navigation challenges and discrimination despite legal protections.

ENLACE program uses telenovela-style training to build solidarity between Latinx and LGBTQ+ youth, addressing bullying and social isolation through 4-H leadership institutes.