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Changing the world through public health research, education and outreach

We aim to prevent cancer and other diseases, promote population health, and improve quality and access to health care in Missouri and beyond.

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Community Focus

Improving the health and wellbeing of people and communities through educational outreach campaigns, professional talks and media appearances, and partnerships with community health organizations.

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Education

Supporting an exceptional academic base through the education, training and mentoring of students, fellows and faculty on the art of population-based clinical outcomes research.

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Health Disparities

Identifying and implementing strategies to reduce health disparities and health inequalities.

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Collaboration

Connecting investigators from multiple disciplines who collaborate on innovative projects that affect public health and clinical care.

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Division Leadership & Faculty

The Public Health Sciences division is led by Graham Colditz, MD, DrPH, an internationally recognized leader in cancer prevention.

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News

Quality of Publicly Available Information About Urinary Tract Infections (Links to an external site)

March 10, 2025

Our latest research study found significant misinformation in online resources about Urinary Tract Infections and asymptomatic bacteriuria. This misinformation can lead to antibiotic overuse and resistance. Learn more

Cumulative Excess Body Mass Index and MGUS Progression to Myeloma (Links to an external site)

February 7, 2025

New study reveals maintaining a healthy weight could be crucial in preventing MGUS from progressing to multiple myeloma. Among 22,429 patients, each 1-unit increase in excess BMI significantly raised the risk by 21%.

Breast Cancer Rates Climb Among Younger Women (Links to an external site)

February 5, 2025

We’ve found a troubling rise in breast cancer rates among U.S. women under 50. Experts, including those from our PHS team, point to various factors such as lifestyle, environmental changes, and shifts in fertility as potential contributors. Learn more

8IGHTWAYS® to Prevent Cancer (Links to an external site)

February 1, 2025

February is National Cancer Prevention Month! Take charge of your health with 8IGHTWAYS® to Prevent Cancer. From eating a healthy diet to regular exercise and screenings, these steps can reduce cancer risk. Explore resources tailored to your needs: click here

Graham Colditz, MD, DrPH receives the Brinker Award

December 11, 2024

Congrats to Graham Colditz, MD, DrPH., chief of PHS, on receiving the Brinker Award for Scientific Distinction in Population Science at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. This award, in its inaugural year, is presented to a researcher who has made pivotal advancements in implementing science, cancer care delivery, health services research, epidemiology and/or developed […]

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