Summer Woolsey (she/her)

January is #RadonActionMonth. Radon is a colorless, odorless gas and the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. The only way to know your risk is to test. Learn more: dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/Radon.as…

Our team is growing! 💫 The WCHP is hiring for a Project Manager and Communications and Outreach Specialist. Apply today! Project Manager: unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/95061 Comms/Outreach Specialist: unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/95247

Drought affects more than the environment. It impacts health too. From poor air quality to waterborne illness and mental stress, the risks are real. Check our our new "Stay Drought Safe" resources to help communities raise awareness and prepare: unmc.edu/publichealth/r…

Our team is in St. Paul this week for the Drought and Health National Workshop!💧⚕️🌎 We are thrilled to have the opportunity to connect, learn, and collaborate with drought and health experts from across the nation to tackle the many health challenges associated with drought.

Last week, we hosted the R7DHRE Preparedness Webinar: Legal Issues in Emergency Preparedness Pt. 2 with Rachel Lookadoo, JD, Assistant Professor at UNMC College of Public Health. Parts I and II are now available to view on our website: bit.ly/45pe2ji

Deadline extended! The Drought and Health National Workshop is accepting abstracts until August 22nd at 12:00 p.m. CT. Learn more at go.unmc.edu/droughtworkshop @UNMC_WCHP

🚨🌪️ Early warning save lives! Check out a recent case study on the 2024 tornado outbreaks written by Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Scales for Disasters Avoided. disastersavoided.com/tornado-nebras…

Cooling centers across Douglas County are now open and some locations will remain open through the weekend to help residents stay safe from this dangerous heat. See a list of these locations below. Hours may vary with some centers offering lunch and/or dinner as well.

My takeaway from this experience is that the individuals in your public health department care deeply about your health and safety. I'm very grateful to have had the opportunity to work with @HealthDouglasCo @3rphd and @NEDHHS. Major shout out to the @UNMC_WCHP team as well!

Public health in action! 🌪️This last week, our team has been out in the field throughout Washington and Douglas County with @3rphd, @HealthDouglasCo, and @NEDHHS to better understand disaster preparedness and needs of those affected by last year's Arbor Day tornadoes.

The SuWell Community Water Project, led by Dr. @shannon_bartelt, is looking for citizen scientists interested in testing the quality of their private well water or surface water in their community in May or September 2025. 💧 🗓️ Sign up by April 15th! 👉 eqclab.unl.edu/water-quality-…

Clean water is essential for public health. @u_nebraska’s @UNMC_WCHP researches drinking water quality, contaminants & climate impacts like drought—helping keep water safe & accessible for Nebraska communities & beyond. 💧 #ILoveNU #Water4Food #WaterQuality

This just in! 🗞️ WCHP Postdoctoral Research Associate, Dr. @Jabeentaiba9, was featured in a @guardian article highlighting groundbreaking research on pesticide exposure and childhood cancer risk. @UNMCCOPH Read the full article here 👉theguardian.com/us-news/2025/m…

Our 2024 Annual Report is here! 📄🎉 This year, we’ve expanded our team, deepened our impact, and reached communities nationally and globally. 🌎 Learn about our growth, program highlights, & more 👉bit.ly/3CBs9d7

⏰ Reminder: Water Trivia Night is THIS Thursday! ⏰ Grab your friends & head to Test Your H2O IQ! It’s fun, it’s educational, and it’s free to join! Don’t miss out. 💧 📅 When: Thursday, Jan. 23rd at 7 PM - 9 PM 📍 Where: Code Beer Brewery, Lincoln, NE

Highlights from #AMS2025 today! @melissakenney on improving understanding of forescasts @HoarFrost_ w/ @MidwestClimate on soil moisture mapping. @WoolseySummer from @UNMC_WCHP on the #drought and health messaging framework. Oh, and the 🍺 from the keg-a-radar!

🤔 Water Trivia Challenge: Did you know 97% of Earth’s water is saltwater, and only 3% is fresh? How much do you know about H2O? 💧 Join us for Test Your H2O IQ Trivia Night to test your water smarts on Thurs., Jan. 23! 📅 📍 Code Beer Brewery 🎟 Form your team (up to 5 people)!

Last week, our Communications & Outreach Coordinator, @WoolseySummer, joined the NASA Applied Science Health & Air Quality team at @theAGU. 🌍 The panel brought together diverse experts to explore how @NASAEarth Data can drive air quality research & interventions. 📈

🚀 #UNMCCOPH is partnering with NASA to transform public health! Using TEMPO air quality data, we're creating tools to help combat the health impacts of drought. “This work ensures public health departments are better prepared,” says Rachel Lookadoo, JD. ow.ly/AEMc50UnVTx

🚨 Attention MPH/PhD students & supporting faculty! 📢 The Claire M. Hubbard Water, Climate and Health Fellowships are now open! If you're not currently receiving funding from @waterforfood, you're eligible to apply by Feb 7, 2025  📅  To learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4ffmuGS