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How does UC help farmers feed America? Through UC Cooperative Extension, we bring science to the field—helping Central Valley farmers tackle drought, pests & soil challenges. Hear from 3 farmers on how UC supports their work. @uofcalifornia.bsky.social
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Young girl is holding the flags of the Philippines in a field, with text 'Celebrate Filipino American History Month' and the Cal HHS logo in the top left corner.
Happy Filipino American History Month! This October, we pause to honor the rich heritage & legacy of all Filipino Americans who've inspired, lead & shaped our communities, especially in California.
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Three photos side by side: 1) a bear looking for food, 2) branches and tree trunks piled on the forest floor, and 3) plastic pollution in water. The text across reads, "Addressing the Triple Environmental Crisis: A Way Forward" with the date, "October 14, 2025 | 1:00 - 4:00pm ET".
Join our UCGHI Center for Planetary Health Co-Director, Dr. Woutrina Smith, on October 14th at 10:00am - 1:00pm (PT) for a free interactive webinar where panelists will share perspectives on "Addressing the Triple Environmental Crisis: A Way Forward".
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Do you know anyone that has benefitted from prescription drugs? What if these drugs were not available for you or your loved ones? Cuts to federal science funding mean delays for new treatments and cures.
Tell Congress: Science saves lives #SpeakUp4Science https://bit.ly/4mgBMQ9
Latino communities have shaped #California for centuries through culture, food, music, and innovation. #UCANR is proud to honor and celebrate their lasting contributions.
Follow @ucanrespanol.bsky.social this month for resources from #UCANR.
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#HispanicHeritageMonth
Join us in welcoming UC's 22nd president, James B. Milliken! He brings decades of experience and a deep commitment to expanding access, increasing social mobility, and helping students from all backgrounds earn a college degree. Learn more at ucop.edu/president
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UCGHI GloCal Alumnus, Dr. Mohamed Alimohamed, receiving training related to sickle cell disease in a UCSF lab
The UCGHI GloCal Health Fellowship cultivates a supportive, collaborative environment where researchers from different backgrounds, perspectives, and disciplines are equipped with the tools to address pressing health challenges. Apply by Sep 15! ucghi.universityofcalifornia.edu/fellowships/...
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A summer high school student presents their work on microtubule post translational modifications at the University of California Global Health Institute symposium. Mentored by Camilo Echeverria.
A summer high school student presents their work on corneal development at the University of California Global Health Institute symposium. Mentored by Raneesh Ramarapu and William Stoehr.
Late post, but huge congratulations to our University of California Global Health Institute (@ucghi.bsky.social) summer scholars, Angie and Sarah, on their fantastic presentations and completion of internships in our lab!!! Angie and Sarah are HS students who did amazing work in the lab for 6 weeks.
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Cuts to research funding will hurt innovation, slow medical breakthroughs and jeopardize our economic and national security. Join @uofcalifornia.bsky.social in urging Congress to reject these cuts and reinvest in science. #SpeakUp4Science #UCadvocate
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"Health is a human right" message by WHO on a yellow background, with a photo of refugees standing outside tents. Text reads: Health is a human right and is essential to dignity, safety, and recovery. Ensuring refugees have access to health care not only saves lives but also strengthens communities.
On #WorldRefugeeDay, we stand in solidarity with all refugees & reaffirm that …
‘HEALTH IS A HUMAN RIGHT’, not a privilege.
Everyone deserves access to safe, dignified, culturally sensitive & affordable care. #HealthForAll 👉 bit.ly/4kQoVDu
Happy #EarthDay! Today is a reminder that the health of our planet is deeply connected to the health of animals and people. Let’s work together for a healthier Earth, and a healthier future for every species that calls it home 🌎
22.04.2025 17:03 — 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
🌎@apha.org's #NPHW starts here — with access to data that powers healthier communities.
🔎@uclachpr.bsky.social’s AskCHIS and AskCHIS NE are free, easy-to-use tools for exploring California health data — for researchers, reporters, community advocates and more.
📌Start here: ask.chis.ucla.edu
Image from UNHCR of a refugee woman sitting on a brick wall on a beach that is covered with trash.
The global refugee population—now surpassing 36.4 million—is disproportionately affected by climate change as they are systematically excluded from the resources and infrastructure needed to withstand it.
Read our new article: ucghi.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/climate...
Graphic that reads "Trans rights are human rights" on a pink and blue background, with the Human Rights Watch square logo in the bottom right corner.
Trans rights are human rights.
#TransDayOfVisibility
Call for Applications for the Summer Researchers in Global Health Program, Apply by April 20th. The image is of two students sitting at a desk in a room with yellow walls and a yellow and grey patterned rug.
The UCGHI Summer Researchers in Global Health Program is a six-week summer internship for rising high school seniors that introduces students to global health concepts and immerses them in challenging, real-life projects.
Learn more and apply: ucghi.universityofcalifornia.edu/for-learners...
To learn more about community-driven efforts to care for TB patients globally, check out our recent article. #WorldTBDay
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"What is new is this virus is changing, and it's changing in multiple ways that have raised concerns lately." - Mark Stetter, dean of the @ucdavis.bsky.social School of Veterinary Medicine and UC Davis representative for UCGHI's Advisory Council
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A selfie of Grace Rota and Jennifer Syvertsen over an orange circle with the text in teal and orange, "From California to Kenya and Back: A GloCal Alumna Joins the UCGHI Advisory Council."
Previously a GloCal Fellow and now Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Anthropology at UC Riverside, Dr. Jennifer Syvertsen has joined the UCGHI Advisory Council to represent UCR, bringing her UCGHI journey full circle.
Read here: ucghi.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/from-ca...
To read our full message on the current global health landscape, visit our website: ucghi.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/message...
04.02.2025 21:52 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
The courageous way Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. lived provides inspiration and hope in the struggles we face today. Through teaching, research and public service, UC staff, faculty and students embody this courage in working together for the greater good. #MLKJrDay
20.01.2025 22:42 — 👍 15 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0What's the long-term lookout for #SoCal after the #wildfires? Join Daniel Swain, a climate scientist with #UCANR, who will offer a livestream tonight at 7 pm (PDT).
#CAwx #CAfire #PalisadesFire #EatonFIre @weatherwest.bsky.social
Watch here ➡️ www.youtube.com/live/QeIihwM...
Wildfires can contaminate drinking water systems with harmful chemicals − here’s what Los Angeles needs to know
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UC's incredible faculty and staff are the heart and soul of this institution. The work you do makes an impact for the greater good of our students and our world. Thank you for all you do and happy holidays to you and your loved ones #FiatLux ✨ www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUOf...
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Image of two students sitting at the UCLA Botanical Gardens holding a laptop with the text, "Explore Global Health Online Courses for Winter 2025."
Enroll through UC Online by January 6th! 1) Global Mental Health (GLBH 171R) - GMH recognizes mental, neurological, or substance use disorders as the leading causes of disability worldwide and works to counteract social stigma and discrimination commonly associated with such conditions. 2) Women's Health, Gender, and Empowerment (PBHLTH W108) - The course aims to expand students' understanding of the interconnected factors that influence women's health and empowerment - including foundations of sexual and reproductive health, economic development, political frameworks and global reproductive rights, demographic and social changes, basic principles of empowerment theory, educational opportunities, and efforts to ensure gender equity.
3) Global Health Ethics (PUBHLTH 174) - This course provides a foundation for understanding and application of key issues in global health ethics. Emphasizes competencies needed to practice global health during outbreaks, pandemics, emergencies and disasters, which raise several ethical issues for health professionals, first-responders, researchers, and government agencies. 4) Migration and Health (PH 114) - Provides an introduction to the history, current status, and future of migration and health using the social determinants of health model to foster a multidisciplinary analysis of the status of migrant health around the world.
The UC Global Health Institute through UC Online offers an array of online Global Health courses open to all University of California students.
Explore our Winter 2025 courses and visit our website to register! ucghi.universityofcalifornia.edu/education
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Our final newsletter of 2024 is packed with the latest global health news, updates, events, and opportunities to get involved!
Stay connected with us in 2025 and beyond by subscribing to our newsletter to keep up with all things global health.
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