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New publication on CHW-facilitated HPV self-sampling

Led by Tiwalade Adekunle, our newly published article on the feasibility and acceptability of Community Health Worker (CHW)-facilitated HPV self-sampling explores multi-level barriers to screening around Lake County, Indiana and CHWs’ role in mitigating these barriers. We also highlight considerations for implementing CHW-facilitated self-sampling in Lake County and similar communities across the United States. Read…
Cervical Cancer, Community Health Workers, Community-based research, Health Disparities, Publications & Grants
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Alyssa Arreola – HTQL’s 2023 Purdue Graduate!

Few individuals achieve extraordinary milestones across various areas, like HTQL’s recent graduate, Alyssa Arreola. She is an individual who has consistently demonstrated a passion for making a difference. Let’s take a closer look at Alyssa’s outstanding academic accomplishments, aspirations for the future, and notable awards. Alyssa has recently earned her Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary…
Cervical Cancer, Community Health Workers, Community-based research, Health Disparities, Member Spotlights
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Dr. Rodriguez wins award for Community Engagement and Excellence in Research Impact

The Health Techquity Lab’s very own director Natalia Rodriguez received an award from the Department of Public Health for her interdisciplinary research in public health. Rodriguez’s research focuses on designing and implementing rapid diagnostic tests to address health disparities. The research in her lab addresses obstacles in public health, like the spread of COVID-19 in…
