Population Health 2023 Speaker Series

sponsored by APhA-ASP and funded by the UNMC Student Senate

Lunch Provided :)

"Empowering the next generation of healthcare professionals through education and awareness."

Nutrition

Friday, 

March 24th, 2023 

12 pm to 12:50 pm 

MSC 3001

Speaker:Dr. Corrine K. HansonPhD, RD, LMNT, FAND

"March 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the creation of National Nutrition Month® by the Academy of Nutrition of Dietetics. During the month of March, we invite students to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits."


Lunch provided by:Coolgreens

Autism Awareness

Thursday, 

April 20th, 2023 

12 pm to 12:50 pm 

MSC 3001

Speaker:Dr. Howard W. NeedelmanMD
"Autism Acceptance Month in April aims to celebrate and promote acceptance for the condition that occurs in one in every 54 children as of 2020 in the United States. First held in the year 1972 by the Autism Society, Autism Acceptance Month emphasizes the need for public awareness to promote acceptance, celebrate the differences, and be more inclusive towards autistic individuals around us."
Lunch provided by:McAlister's Deli

Population Health is an event series designed to educate and inform professional and graduate students across UNMC's campuses about various health conditions. Our goal is to empower the next generation of healthcare professionals with knowledge and awareness of different health issues, from rare diseases to common conditions. Through engaging and informative presentations, our expert speakers will share their expertise and provide insights on the latest advancements in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Join us for an opportunity to expand your understanding of health and wellness, and to network with other like-minded students and healthcare professionals.

MSC 3001

Michael F. Sorrell Center Rm 3001

42nd and, Emile St, Omaha, NE 68198

The Michael F. Sorrell Center for Health Science Education serves as the gateway to the UNMC campus and home to the UNMC College of Medicine.