August 17, 2021
Congratulations to Dr. LaToya O'Neal, OHD Cohort 6, on receiving and impressive four grants, including a load repayment award.
Title: FL UF EXCITE 1
Duration: 2021-2022
Sponsor: Extension Foundation (USDA)
Description: The goal of this project is to promote uptake of COVID-19 vaccinations through community engagement with rural racial-ethnic minorities.
Title: FL UF FAMU Advancing Community Health Equity: EXCITE 2 Action,
Duration: 2021-2023
Sponsor: Extension Foundation (USDA)
Description: The goal of this project is to test the effectiveness of a health communication campaign on COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations beliefs and behaviors among rural African Americans with chronic health conditions.
Title: Rural Health 2: Advancing Rural Health Equity and Community Action to Prevent COVID-19
Duration: 2021-2023
Sponsor: USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Description: This project supports the implementation of a multilevel, community-based education and action program with the overall goal of advancing rural health equity and reducing the impact of COVID-19 among rural minorities residing in Florida.
Title: Loan Repayment Award
Duration: 2021-2023
Sponsor: National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities