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Dr. Les Herrington addresses students at the School of Population Health
Dr. Les Herrington addresses students, residents, and faculty at the School of Population Health.
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The John D. Bower School of Population Health welcomes Les Herrington for discussion on environmental health issues in Mississippi

The John D. Bower School of Population Health (SOPH) was thrilled to host Les Herrington, the Director of the Office of Environmental Health at the Mississippi State Department of Health, for an insightful seminar with our preventive medicine students, residents, and faculty at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

Mr. Herrington brought his extensive expertise to the discussion, highlighting some of the major environmental health challenges facing Mississippi today. His presentation covered a range of critical topics, including the impact of environmental factors on public health and strategies for addressing these pressing issues.

Attendees appreciated the opportunity to learn from Mr. Herrington’s wealth of knowledge and experience, which is particularly relevant in a state grappling with significant health disparities linked to environmental conditions. His insights fostered a lively dialogue among students and faculty, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between educational institutions and public health agencies in tackling these challenges.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Les Herrington, P.E., BCEE, CPM, for sharing his valuable perspective with our community. As SOPH continues to foster partnerships that enhance education and research in public health, events like this play a crucial role in preparing our students to address the complex interplay between environmental factors and health outcomes.