Heat-related Illness in a Changing Climate and Demography of Florida (November 6, 10-11am)
Assessing climate change impacts at a regional level is of great importance to local communities and industries as it helps in understanding and identifying ways in which people can adapt to meet the risks of that geographical area. A changing climate in Florida...
Chronic low back pain in seafood workers: a pilot intervention study to identify modifiable work and movement solutions (October 9, 2-3pm)
Chronic low back pain has been identified as a major problem for seafood and agricultural workers, and is known to affect worker health and productivity. Kim Dunleavy, an associate clinical professor in UF’s Department of Physical Therapy, researched clam workers in...
PIE Center welcomes Dr. Lauri Baker
GAINESVILLE, FL — A new University of Florida faculty member, who has her academic roots at UF, has joined the Center for Public Issues Education in its efforts to inform the public about major issues facing Florida’s agricultural and natural resources sectors. Lauri...
