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New Publication: Development of an HPV 16 rapid test founded in user-centered design with primary care clinicians
HTQL is excited to share a new publication in Analytical Methods: “Development of an HPV16 rapid test founded in user-centered design with primary care clinicians.” This paper pairs a user-centered design process—with primary care clinicians informing early concept development and workflow needs—with detailed biomedical test specifications. By bridging user-centered design, clinical practice, and engineering, it
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Syringe Exchange Programs Work. Indiana Cannot Afford to Lose Them.
Syringe exchange programs (SEP) lead to substance use recovery, decrease diseases, save lives, and save money. Despite more than 35 years of scientific evidence to support this claim, these programs are under threat here in Indiana with the SEP legislation set to expire on July 1, 2026. While SEPs are perhaps most thought of as
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Jessica & Adeline Presenting at Undergrad Research Expo
Our HTQLab undergrads, Jessica Nwokeji and Adeline Jolley, had recently presented at Purdue Undergraduate Research Expo (Fall 2025) about their research titled “Evaluating the Impact of Community Health Worker-Led Education on the Cervical Cancer Knowledge and Attitudes Seen in People Experiencing Homelessness“ They received great feedback and had a great time presenting insights. Great job!
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Dr. Natalia Rodriguez Receiving Awards at APHA 2025
Dr. Natalia received the Ayman El-Mohandes Young Professional Public Health Innovation Award for her interdisciplinary work reducing cancer disparities in underserved Hispanic communities through innovative and culturally responsive methods.
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New Publication: Stakeholder considerations on acceptability and implementation of a novel rapid test for acute HIV infection
HTQLab is happy to share that our article Stakeholder considerations on acceptability and implementation of a novel rapid test for acute HIV infection: a qualitative study in Indiana, is now published in PLOS Global Public Health journal. Read the paper here: Link
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HTQLab at Women’s Health Fair 2025
We had an incredible time joining and talking to people at the Women’s Health Fair hosted by the Tippecanoe County Health Department on October 1st. Thank you everyone that stopped by to participate our quick 3-question quiz and learn more about cervical cancer! We learned so much from all the organizations and individuals at the
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Mrithula Babu Presenting at IAPHS 2025
Our lab is excited to spotlight Mrithula, who presented at the IAPHS 2025 Conference on breast and cervical cancer screening access. Her presentation, “Stakeholder Perspectives on Barriers and Facilitators to Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening among Hispanic Women in Indiana,” emphasized: This pilot project was part of a broader community assessment to identify barriers and
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HTQL’s Year in Review – And Onward to the Next!
As we kick off this next year at HTQL, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible achievements and milestones that made this past year special. Research and Community Impact We launched a study bringing CHW-led education and HPV self-sampling in homeless shelters, expanding access to screening. Two first-time first authors published new work by
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Wearables Won’t Make America Healthy Again
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has declared wearable health technology as a pillar of his “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) agenda. His vision suggests that tracking personal data — glucose levels, heart rate, sleep cycles, and more — will empower Americans to take charge of their health and, in turn, reverse the country’s dismal health statistics.
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Understanding Disparities in Cervical Cancer Screening among Hispanic Women in Indiana for Future Initiatives
Congratulations to Dr. Layla Claure for successfully defending her PhD thesis, Understanding Disparities in Cervical Cancer Screening among Hispanic Women in Indiana for Future Initiatives. As part of the inaugural PhD cohort in the Dept of Public Health at Purdue University, Layla’s leadership, mentorship of students, and dedication to uplifting community voices helped meaningfully shape
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