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Carl Hanson dives into mental health, distinguishing between mental health and mental illness, and discussing what overall wellness means. He also identifies perfectionism as a hindrance to emotional well-being. He acknowledges that we are not meant to be perfect in this life and suggests how we can use hardships as growth opportunities. Guest Bio: Dr. Carl Hanson is a professor of public healt...

Most US adults struggle to fit exercise into their lifestyle, while children seem to do so naturally. Dr. Keven Prusak explains why the “Western lifestyle” alters our approach to physical activity and how we can reframe our thinking. He also stresses the value of a good physical education program and the unexpected learning outcomes it provides. Guest Bio: Dr. Keven Prusak is BYU’s elementary p...

While traveling abroad undoubtedly creates cherished memories, the rich learning experience it provides should not be overlooked. Dr. Cougar Hall joins his study abroad co-directors of 5 years, Dr. Ben Crookston and Dr. Josh West, to reminisce about their shared experience in Europe this past summer. The three strive to facilitate a life-changing program for the students. In this episode, they ...

Recent BYU alumnus Scott Herrod shares what inspired him to study public health at BYU and how he sought out research opportunities. He describes his global health research as an undergraduate student, including a recent trip to Ghana where he participated in cataract surgery initiatives. Specifically, he collaborated with providers in Africa affiliated with the Stop Infant Blindness in Africa ...

Ignoring the root causes of social disparities won’t solve the problem. Tune in as we analyze how these disparities affect public health. Dr. Lori Spruance joins Cougar to discuss inaccessibility to nutrition, the benefits of free school lunch, and the importance of discussing difficult topics in the classroom. Guest Bio BYU Professor Dr. Lori Spruance combines her passion for nutrition and edu...

Sometimes breaking old habits feels near impossible, especially when we’re hyperfocused on the outcome or our environment is working against us. On the other hand, community interventions, social support, and technology can be the catalyst for a desired behavioral change. Listen to the BYU Public Health Department chair, Dr. Josh West, discuss behavioral change. Both he and Cougar emphasize tha...

With over 15 years of international residency, Mary Linehan shares her experience building self-sustainable local communities. She and Cougar discuss this “capacity building” and highlight the importance of leaving people better than we found them. Additionally, she will share her thoughts on public health’s role in Covid. Was society positively or negatively affected by public health, and did ...

Ben Bikman returns to continue the conversation about nutrition, addressing a wide variety of subtopics from comorbidities of COVID-19 and obesity to effects of veganism. Bikman also spectualtes the word of wisdom’s role in influencing diets of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, touching on moderation, addiction, and compassion. Guest Bio Labeled “the voice for insulin ...

Ben Bikman returns to continue the conversation about nutrition, addressing a wide variety of subtopics from comorbidities of COVID-19 and obesity to effects of veganism. Bikman also spectualtes the word of wisdom’s role in influencing diets of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, touching on moderation, addiction, and compassion. Guest Bio Labeled “the voice for insulin ...

Dr. Ben Crookston addresses the impact of nutrition, especially in developing countries. He emphasizes why we should invest in nutrition and outlines the actions we can take. Crookston also discusses the overlap between culture and nutrition and how, in some cases, a change in culture may benefit nutrition. Guest Bio Dr. Ben Crookston serves as the research chair for BYU public health and teach...

Episode Summary Inspired by a 'glass half full' perspective, Dr. Ali Crandall researched the long-term health benefits of positive childhood experiences. In this episode, Crandall explains the known detrimental effects of ACEs (adverse childhood experiences), then discusses the implications of prioritizing “counter-ACEs” in children’s lives. Guest Bio BYU professor Dr. Ali Crandall focuses her ...

Environmental/Occupational Health (EOH) students conducted air pollution research under the direction of Dr. Jim Johnston and Dr. Darrell Sonntag. Using various instruments, they compared the ratio of indoor to outdoor air pollution in homes with AC units and those with swamp coolers. Learn more about the EOH emphasis at ph.byu.edu/programs/environmental-and-occupational-health.

BYU Public Health professors and students share their experience with the Health Science emphasis. Visit ph.byu.edu/programs/health-sc... for more information.

BYU Health Promotion students talk about their experience in the major. Health Promotion is one of four emphases in the public health major at Brigham Young University. Learn more at ph.byu.edu/programs/health-promotion.

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