Connecting communities for health
Join us April 18 at WSU Innovators in Seattle to learn more about how WSU’s work in Africa affects health in North America Attend WSU Innovators to hear from two researchers […]
Healthy Communities
Stopping the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Advancing the health of communities worldwide For decades, doctors have trusted antibiotic medicines to fight Infectious bacteria, saving lives and restoring health. Lately, though, the drugs often fail. To blame […]
Collaborative to study health reform impact on disabled
Inquiry to see if reforms address cost and access disparities faced by people with disabilities Professor of Health Policy and Administration Jae Kennedy is heading up a new initiative to […]
Measuring community well‑being
WSU Vancouver’s Probst looking at mix of stressors, employment, resources Does where you live affect your ability to cope with financial and employment stress? That question is on the minds […]
Marshaling communities to stop substance abuse
Program engages community members in research, training, and outreach Substance abuse exacts a heavy toll on American Indians and Alaska Natives. John Roll, professor and senior vice chancellor for WSU […]
One health, one medicine
Partnership unites veterinarians and human health professionals The Universidade Federal de Viçosa, in Brazil, has a well-recognized veterinary school and a brand-new medical school. WSU’s own well-recognized schools of veterinary […]
Making packaged food safer, more nutritious, and delicious
Microwave-assisted thermal processing technologies transform “ready-to-eat meals” Foodborne illnesses sicken more than 8.9 million Americans each year and claim more than 2,300 lives. In addition to human suffering, the illnesses […]