Oct. 31, 2023
Negative body image could lead patients to avoid cancer screenings
Nearly 30% of respondents reported avoiding pap smears, clinical breast exams and mammograms due to reasons related to weight stigma.
Oct. 24, 2023
MHA Fall Institute explores challenges, opportunities in health care
A record number of graduates, students, alumni board members, faculty, staff and friends of the program attended this year’s Fall Institute.
Oct. 19, 2023
Internship with BJC Healthcare offers training in leadership, nonclinical skills
Andy Hinkamp’s role as a supply chain operations intern might not appear to fit his goals to work in hospital administration, but the real-world experience in healthcare is invaluable.
Oct. 17, 2023
Pediatric occupational therapy provides outlet for creativity, compassion
Daja Neal appreciates the opportunity to work with young learners and incorporate play into their treatments.
Oct. 13, 2023
Experiences in Cyprus give Health Sciences student an international perspective
Nicole Zbierzkowski interned with a humanitarian organization as part of her summer study abroad program at the University of Nicosia.
Oct. 3, 2023
Full circle: CHS alum working to increase access in health care
When Mizzou alum David Gardner reflects on his professional journey, he sums it up succinctly as a “full-circle moment.”
Sep. 26, 2023
Research project examines connections between two pandemics
Devanshi Patel's research project involved looking at similarities between the COVID-19 pandemic and the 1918 flu.
Sep. 21, 2023
14 Health Sciences students awarded S.T.A.R. recognition
These workshops prepare students from all disciplines for research by teaching them about topics ranging from resume creation to cultural competency in research.
Sep. 5, 2023
New study abroad program to focus on health care, public health in South Korea
Mizzou will launch its study abroad program in South Korea in the summer of 2024, with students spending two weeks in the country between late July and early August.
Sep. 1, 2023
Chasing butterflies: Health Science major has a passion for challenging himself
Jason Calderon, an MU senior studying Health Science with an emphasis in Rehabilitation Sciences, is pursuing his passion to become a strength and conditioning coach and physical therapist.