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Awareness of Freedom House Ambulance Service, historically overlooked, surged after 'The Pitt'
A single television storyline can quickly spread knowledge and spark conversations about an important public health history topic, said Beth L. Hoffman, PhD, assistant professor of behavioral and community health sciences at Pitt Public Health. "Entertainment media can play a meaningful role in educating the public and encouraging people to learn more, including about topics like health equity and systemic racism," she said.
School of Public Health staff honored for service milestones
The University of Pittsburgh recognized employees reaching significant service milestones during the Chancellor’s Staff Recognition Ceremony and Reception on June 11. Among those honored were 20 School of Public Health staff members who reached service milestones ranging from 40 to five years in 2026.
Deakings graduates from ADVANCER program
Jason Deakings, PhD, MSPH, assistant professor of behavioral and community health sciences, recently graduated from the Institute for Clinical Research Education's ADVANCER Program, a yearlong career development program for early-career faculty and researchers.