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February 2, 2026

How the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health faced the challenge of the 2025 Los Angeles County wildfires

UCLA Fielding faculty, staff, and students have led the way to understanding the public health impact of the blazes, supporting recovery, and working to prevent future disasters.

February 1, 2026

Dr. Cozzette Lyons-Jones, chief medical officer at Watts Healthcare, recognized as “distinguished alum” by UCLA Fielding School of Public Health

Dr. Cozette Lyons-Jones (MPH ’18) has been inducted into UCLA Fielding School of Public Health's Hall of Fame.

December 18, 2025

UCLA Fielding School of Public Health recognizes seven distinguished alums as the 2025 “Hall of Fame” honorees

The latest inductees join a list of more than 90 UCLA Fielding School of Public Health alums, ranging from the classes of 1963 to 2019.

UCLA Fielding's Dr. Yifang Zhu fire aftermath work cited by University of California as among "Top 10" projects in 2025

December 10, 2025

Work by UCLA Fielding's Dr. Yifang Zhu in aftermath of Los Angeles County wildfires cited by the University of California as among "10 awesome" projects in 2025

The community and research work by UCLA Fielding's Dr. Yifang Zhu in the aftermath of the 2025 Los Angeles County wildfires was cited by the University of California as among "10 awesome" projects this year.

December 8, 2025

Santa Monica Daily Press | "UCLA studies reveal extent of air quality damage from Los Angeles, California wildfires”

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.

December 6, 2025

KCBS-TV | "UCLA researchers conduct free soil testing for residents near Eaton Fire burn area"

The work of a team of UCLA researchers, led by Dr. Kirsten Schwarz, was covered by KCBS-TV.

Dr. Kirsten Schwarz leads a UCLA team providing free soil testing for residents affected by the 2025 Altadena wildfire

December 6, 2025

UCLA Fielding-led team supports Altadena fire recovery through free soil testing

The team, led by UCLA Fielding's Dr. Kirsten Schwarz, is made up of students and faculty from across the university and community partners.

December 4, 2025

UCLA Fielding School of Public Health’s Dr. Julie Elginer recognized for civic engagement

Dr. Julie Elginer, associate professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management, receives “Bruin Excellence in Civic Engagement” Award.

November 19, 2025

After the Los Angeles County wildfires, UCLA leads the fight for a safer future

Work by UCLA Fielding's Dr. Michael Jerrett and Dr. Yifang Zhu, and by alum Dr. Kristen Ochoa (MPH, '11), was referenced by UCLA Magazine in a summary of how the university has responded to the 2025 Los Angeles County wildfires.

Source: UCLA Magazine

November 18, 2025

Colorectal cancer screenings remain low for people ages 45 to 49 despite guideline change

Study, co-authored by Dr. Carol Mangione, professor in the UCLA Fielding School's Department of Health Policy and Management, found fewer than 1 in 4 eligible younger adults have been screened since recommendations changed.

Research into veterans’ health issues by UCLA Fielding faculty, students, and alumni cover wide range of illnesses, patients, and treatment strategies

November 4, 2025

How UCLA Fielding is working to improve the health of veterans

Peer-reviewed studies on the prevention and treatment of cancer, diabetes, and other chronic diseases demonstrates school’s position as a center of excellence in veterans’ health research.

October 27, 2025

Los Angeles Daily News | "Porter Ranch community marks 10 years since the Aliso Canyon gas blowout"

The Los Angeles Daily News quoted Dr. Christina Batteate, a researcher with the UCLA Center for Occupational and Environmental Health and the UCLA Aliso Canyon Disaster Health Research Study, about the team's findings.