In a new study of the impact of the 2025 Los Angeles County wildfires, a research team led by UCLA Fielding School of Public Health scientists found that even after fires are extinguished, residents who return to their homes may remain at risk of exposure to known…

As the nation confronts rising chronic disease, climate-driven health emergencies, and deepening political polarization, the University of California convened its top public health leaders at UC Irvine for a rare, unfiltered assessment of the state of public health in…

A study led by UCLA Fielding School of Public Health researchers has found that wildland firefighters are open to use of respirators and similar protective equipment if their operational concerns about the equipment can be met.

The research - Attitudes of…

UCLA Fielding's Dr. Liwei Chen, a physician and professor in the Department of Epidemiology, was interviewed by MedPage Today about her research into the timing of meals and diabetes.

"Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is known to increase risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD)…

UCLA Fielding's Health Policy and Management Alumni Association’s signature event, Leaders of Today, Leaders of Tomorrow, honors outstanding leaders in healthcare and raises funds to support student scholarships, as well as for programs and services that support students…

Iowa Public Radio interviewed UCLA Fielding's Dr. Patricia Ganz, distinguished professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management, about cancer survivors' mental health needs.

"When it comes to treating cancer, the field of oncology often neglects mental…

10 awesome discoveries from UC research in 2025

New treatments, new technology, new ways to stay safe during disasters and new insights on the mysteries of the galaxy, our planet and our past.

2025 has been a tumultuous year for science. The federal government…

NPR (Mountain West News) interviewed UCLA Fielding's Dr. Rachael Jones, professor and chair in the Department of Environmental Health Sciences, about her research into wildland firefighters' use of respirators as personal protective equipment.

“One of the key…

In a commentary published in the January edition of the American Journal of Public Health, UCLA Fielding's Dr. Robert Kim-Farley, professor in the departments of Epidemiology and Community Health Sciences, shared his perspective on the lessons learned of the COVID-19…

Fires present potentially lethal consequences and ever-evolving environmental health crises. Experts at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health study the health impacts of fires and collaborate with communities on prevention and response…

Join us for a live, virtual info session on UCLA's Executive Master of Public Health (EMPH) program with an emphasis in Health Policy and Management on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 12pm PT. 

Now more than ever, strong leadership is needed in public health policy.…

Join us for a live, virtual info session on UCLA's Executive Master of Public Health (EMPH) program with an emphasis in Health Policy and Management on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 5pm PT. 

Now more than ever, strong leadership is needed in public health policy.…

Join us for a live, virtual info session on UCLA's Executive Master of Public Health (EMPH) program with an emphasis in Health Policy and Management on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 12pm PT. 

Now more than ever, strong leadership is needed in public health…

Join us for a live, virtual info session on UCLA's Executive Master of Public Health (EMPH) program with an emphasis in Health Policy and Management on Thursday, February 12, 2026, 5pm PT.

Now more than ever, strong leadership is needed in public health policy.…

Join us for a live, virtual info session on UCLA's Executive Master of Public Health (EMPH) program with an emphasis in Health Policy and Management on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 12pm PT.

Now more than ever, strong leadership is needed in public health policy.…

The UCLA Fielding School of Public Health will host the 7th annual “Healthcare Management Case Competition,” pitting teams of healthcare management graduate students against each other to solve a real-world challenge faced by UCLA Health. UCLA Health has been the premier…

Nearly a third of the 3.1 million Californians ages 12 and older who experienced a hate act did not receive the support they needed after the most severe hate act they experienced, according to a study published today by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research (CHPR).…

UCLA Fielding's Dr. Jennifer Wagman, associate professor in the Department of Community Health Sciences, has received a UCLA Global Research Award to support her work examining how violence and adversity influence mental health and infectious disease among youth.

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The Santa Monica Daily Press reported on research into the health impact of the 2018 and 2025 California wildfires led by UCLA Fielding faculty and staff, including Dr. Claire Schollaert, Dr. Lara Cushing, Dr. Mike Jerrett, and Dr. Miriam Marlier.

Two peer…

KCBS-TV in Los Angeles interviewed UCLA Fielding's Dr. Kirsten Schwarz, associate professor in the Department of Environmental Health Sciences, about the work of a team of UCLA researchers who have provided free soil testing for residents living near the Eaton Fire burn…