GreenTrips, a program of the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Agency, is hosting the National Bike to Work Day on Friday May 18th, 2018. The MPH program will join hundreds of community members as we make the most of the new safety enhancements & infrastructure along Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. No Bike? No Problem! Just post…
UTC MPH faculty will be attending the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Annual Meeting.
This conference is focused on how applied deep/machine learning research can impact the region in healthcare, smart grid, and connected city applications. Speakers will share real-world application stories and obstacles to implementation. Panels will look at each field from both the research side and the industry side. Attendees of the conference can expect: To learn…
Our program has been invited to participate in the Community Health Workers (CHW) Healthy Homes training on Friday, July 27th from 8:30am to 3:30pm. CHWs are culturally competent, front-line public health professionals that work in our under-served communities. As a major part of public health, this is an ideal opportunity for our students to gain…
Hamilton County Minority Health Fair (MHF) In 2002, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. partnered together in conjunction with the 28th Community Development Corporation to focus on men's health issues by providing a free health fair - Hamilton County Minority Health Fair. The primary focus was geared toward prostate exams,…
Since 1998, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has hosted the International Conference on Emerging Infectious Diseases (ICEID). Held every 2-3 years, the conference brings together more than 1500 public health professionals from around the world to encourage the exchange of the latest information on issues affecting the emergence, spread, and control of…
Join us for the Public Health Student Association (PHSA) first interest meeting on Monday August 27th, 2018 at 4 pm in the Metro Building room 109 (first floor). We will discuss the vision of PHSA, how you can get involved, and the greater impact of public health!
Faculty and staff will be attending the Tennessee Public Health Association (TPHA) Annual Conference and Exhibit. This conference brings public health professionals from around the state to discuss public health issues and will be an opportunity to promote our MPH program.
The "Medical Vision Day" will be held on Friday October 19th, for 9th grade students who are part of the Erlanger Institute for Healthcare and Innovation. This will be a "healthcare career fair" to expose students to various careers available in healthcare. The MPH team will share with them the various opportunities available in the…
The Public Health Student Association (PHSA) is hosting the first Bowling for Boobs event in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join students, faculty, and community members for an afternoon of fun, food, and bowling! The event will take place at Southside Social (1818 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN 37408), shoes & lane rental cost is…
Faculty and staff will attend the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting and Expo. Thousands of public health professionals from around the world come together to learn the latest trends and best practices, network with public health leaders, and connect with other public health schools and programs. This year's APHA theme is 'Creating the…
The Southeast ACSM Regional Chapter (SEACSM) has a strong record of excellence in supporting the mission of ACSM and leads the way in program design, student development and membership involvement. SEACSM serves members in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. The 2019 SEACSM Annual Meeting brings together over…
Two decades of research and evaluation of community interventions and policies have produced considerable knowledge about the benefits of designing communities that promote daily physical activity for everyone.However, much remains to be learned about both the positive and adverse outcomes of active living environmental and policy initiatives. Multiple and complex results are expected when active…
Join us on Monday, February 18 for free cookies, tea, and great conversations with UTC international students! Location: Metropolitan Building - Room 109 Time: 3:15 - 4:30 pm
Join us on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 from 12:15 – 1:30 pm at the University Center Auditorium. Our special guest speaker is Kenneth Powell, MD, MPH, Co-Chair 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee. Dr. Powell is one of the key pioneers in physical activity and public health across the globe! We are opening up this…
Conference Goal Disseminate research, exchange information, and share successful methods of addressing urban health issues and disparities in the classroom and clinical environments. Conference Objectives 1) Increase an understanding of various urban health disparities 2) Share interdisciplinary knowledge of how to reduce health disparities found in urban environments 3) Provide knowledge for potential curriculum integration…
The 40th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions of the Society of Behavioral Medicine gathers the nation’s leading scientists and practitioners, and is the premier forum for the most influential behavioral medicine research. SBM has invited speakers for topics including social determinants of health, health and technology megatrends, patient engagement, behavioral economics, open science, science communication, and…
Remote Area Medical (RAM) is a major nonprofit provider of free mobile clinics. The upcoming free clinic is on March 9 & 10, 2019 in Rhea County (Dayton, TN). RAM will be delivering free dental, vision, and medical services to under-served and uninsured individuals. This is a great opportunity to get involved and experience firsthand…
The American Academy of Health Behavior (AAHB) is a multidisciplinary society of health behavior scholars and researchers. This conference will focus on theory and applications of multiple health behavior change, including discussing theoretical foundations for this direction of research, examining common influences that can impact two or more behaviors simultaneously, and presenting design and analysis…
This annual meeting provides programming relevant to academic public health and allows administrators from all over the country to network and learn from each other through various workshops and talks.
The Middle Tennessee Planning Committee is excited to meet in April 2019 for the annual public health grand division meeting. The event will include interesting presentations and offers a great opportunity to network with regional colleagues.
The annual Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) conference is the nation’s premier epidemiology conference where EIS officers share their work in leading-edge investigations, scientific findings, and forward-thinking strategies to inform improvements in public health—all while gaining valuable presentation experience. EIS officers engage in professional networking sessions, recognition ceremonies and various learning opportunities. Free and open to…
The 2019 National Health Outreach Conference (NHOC) will highlight national health promotion efforts in real-world practice, research, and multi-sector collaborations. The meeting will include presentations from public health leaders across sectors and cultures, panel discussions, interactive workshops, skill building session, and networking opportunities. Who’s invited: Cooperative Extension professionals, health and/or public health practitioners and/or researchers,…
The East Tennessee Planning Committee is excited for the East Tennessee Grand Division Meeting on May 3, 2019. The event will include interesting presentations and offers a great opportunity to network with public health regional colleagues.
Mark your calendars! The 2019 Southeast Tennessee Aging Conference will be May 7th from 9am – 3pm at the Brainerd Baptist BX (4011 Austin St. Chattanooga, TN 37411). Information about the conference and participant registration can be found at www.setaaad.org. Please feel free to share info about the Aging Conference with your networks!
The 4th Annual Tobacco Free Chattanooga Clear the Air Conference will be held Wednesday May 8 at Orchard Knob Baptist Church. The conference is free, but registration is required. https://ticketbud.com/events/1c9d040e-2583-11e9-b035-479f2980f9f3 The purpose of the conference is to promote tobacco free policy and cessation resources; provide up to date information regarding tobacco policy enhancement; and provide…
Since 2012, the TN Bike Walk Summit has visited every major city in Tennessee and has grown into an annual event that regularly brings together cyclists, advocates, planners, engineers, and elected officials from across the state to share resources and best practices related to bicycle infrastructure, funding, education, outreach, and policy. Through a series of keynote…
2019 Annual Meeting - Bridging Research and Practice for Healthy, Active Lives At ACSM’s Annual Meeting, World Congress on Exercise is Medicine® and World Congress on the Basic Science of Exercise, Circadian Rhythms and Sleep you’ll find sessions covering virtually every aspect of sports medicine, exercise science and the benefits of physical activity. Internationally recognized…
The National Conference on Race and Ethnicity (NCORE) conference series constitutes the leading and most comprehensive national forum on issues of race and ethnicity in American higher education. The conference focuses on the complex task of creating and sustaining comprehensive institutional change designed to improve racial and ethnic relations on campus and to expand opportunities…
Hosted by the UTC School of Nursing CANDL Grant Team For more information or registration, please visit www.utc.edu/povertysimulation Could you survive a month living in poverty? Poverty Simulation: Deepen your understanding of what it means to live in poverty “It’s a simulation, not a game.” The Community Action Poverty Simulation is an interactive immersion experience…
The National Association of County Health Officials (NACCHO) is the only national organization that hosts annual conferences that specifically address the needs and concerns of local health officials. NACCHO Annual is one-of-a-kind, learning and networking opportunity for local health officials, and their public health partners from all geographic regions of the nation to share perspectives…
2019 TPHA Annual Educational Conference This year's theme is "Managing Change: Opportunities for Public Health Impact" Faculty, staff, and students will be attending the Tennessee Public Health Association (TPHA) Annual Conference and Exhibit. This conference brings public health professionals from around the state to discuss public health issues and will be an opportunity for professional…
"Creating the Healthiest Nation: For science. For action. For health." American Public Health Association's Annual Meeting and Expo is the largest and most influential annual gathering of public health professionals. Nearly 13,000 attendees join us each year to present, learn and find inspiration. To learn more and register, visit: https://www.apha.org//events-and-meetings/annual
MPH staff, faculty, and students will participate in the Poverty Simulation hosted by the UTC School of Nursing. For more information and
Over the past 34 years, Remote Area Medical (RAM) has provided free medical, dental, and vision care to hundreds of thousands of people through the operation of mobile medical clinics. RAM operates its clinics in communities large and small, both in the United States and abroad. Every RAM clinic is free and open to the…
