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Public health explained: guides to core disciplines, CEPH accreditation, certifications like the CPH and CHES, fellowships, and the issues shaping the field.
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- Advancing Your Nursing Career: Is an MPH the Next Step?Explore how an MPH can elevate your nursing career, open doors to leadership roles, and expand your impact on public and community health.Editorial Contributor · May 23, 2025
- Exploring High-Paying Careers in Public Health: What You Need to KnowDiscover the top-paying jobs in public health, the qualifications required, and how to advance in these lucrative roles. Learn what makes a career in public health financially rewarding and impactful.Editorial Contributor · May 16, 2025
- The Impact of Alcohol Consumption on Public HealthIn this article, we’ll explore the impact of alcohol consumption on public health and the recent trends of alcohol-free movement.Mar 27, 2025
- How Environmental Sustainability Shapes Public Health in 2025Learn how climate change, pollution, and resource depletion impact human health. Discover why sustainability is key to preventing diseases and promoting global well-being.Mar 22, 2025
- The History of Public Health: How It Has Shaped Modern HealthcareExplore the history of public health, from ancient civilizations to modern healthcare advancements. Learn how past public health measures shape today's medical practices.Mar 21, 2025
- Public Health Care for Homeless People: Access, Barriers, and Strategies for Comprehensive CareIn this article, we review the public health care available for homeless people in the United States.Mar 21, 2025
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- Understanding the Determinants of Health: Key Factors That Shape Well-BeingExplore the key determinants of health – biological, social, environmental, and behavioral – and their impact on well-being. Learn how public health policies address these challenges to promote health equity.Mar 18, 2025
- What's In Your Water? Understanding the History and Importance of Water RegulationsIn this article, we review the history of water regulations and examine the current challenges and prospects.Mar 14, 2025
- Sleep Deprivation: An Unmet Public Health ProblemIn this article, we explore a truly unmet public health problem - sleep deprivation.Julia Sturtz · Jun 21, 2024
- Demystifying the Public Health FellowshipIn this article we’ll demystify the fellowship, covering everything from what it is to some resources to find opportunities. Come along, fellow public health practitioner, and let’s find the fellowship for you.Emma Warshaw · May 30, 2024
- Mastering the Registered Dietitian Exam: Preparation Tips and Career Advice for Aspiring RDsThis article aims to provide a comprehensive guide for preparing for the registered dietician exam, insights into the dietician career path, educational requirements, exam preparation strategies, and tips for success.Jessica Weissman · May 24, 2024
- An Introduction to the Role of Social and Behavioral Sciences in Public HealthThis article explores the role of social and behavioral sciences in understanding health disparities, promoting health equity, and improving population health outcomes, and introduces career insights for anyone interested in joining the rankings of social and behavioral scientists in public health.Jessica Weissman · May 1, 2024
- An Introduction to Environmental Health Science in Public HealthIn this article, we explore the intersection of public health and the study of environmental health science particularly with regard to environmental justice and environmental epidemiology.Julia Sturtz · Apr 25, 2024
- Introduction to Public Health Nutrition and Career InsightsPublic health nutrition examines the ways in which diet impacts health at a population level. Thus, it works to assess cultural and socioeconomic factors that affect nutritional well-being in communities. Ensuring adequate nutrition is critical to promoting improved health outcomes, making nutrition a necessary focal point for the field of public health.Julia Sturtz · Apr 5, 2024
- Introduction to Community Health EducationIn this article, we will delve into the field of community health education by exploring key concepts, significance in public health, factors to take into account when considering a career in community health education, and advice.Kerra Henkin, MPH, ML · Mar 18, 2024
- Public Health Around the World: An In-Depth Exploration of Global HealthThis article will introduce you to the field of global health by exploring key concepts, historical case studies, and insight into the future of global health. Additionally, it will outline the first steps of pursuing a career in global health.Wandia Mureithi, MPH · Mar 17, 2024
- Introduction to Public Health Research and Career InsightsIn this article, we will delve into the field of public health research by exploring key concepts, the significance of research in public health, and various pathways to become a public health researcher.Kerra Henkin, MPH, ML · Mar 16, 2024
- Health Promotion: Why Does It Matter?In this article, we will discuss the fundamental concepts of health promotion, its significance in preventing diseases and promoting well-being, and the various strategies employed.Katherine Paul, MPH · Mar 14, 2024
- A Public Health Expert’s Ultimate Guide to HandwashingIn this article, we will focus mainly on handwashing when ill, or preparing food and answer all the questions begged by someone ready to clean up their act.Jessica Weissman · Mar 13, 2024
- An Introduction to Health Policy and ManagementIn this article, we’ll cover the key concept in health policy and management, the significance this field has in public health, and expert guidance for what to consider if you plan to pursue a career in health policy and management.Kerra Henkin, MPH, ML · Mar 4, 2024
- Introduction to Public Health CertificationsIn this article, we will explore whether pursuing a public health certification is a worthwhile endeavor for recent graduates and professionals.Katherine Paul, MPH · Feb 27, 2024
- Is the CPH Exam Worth It?In this article, we’ll discuss all aspects of the CPH exam: the purpose of the exam, whether taking the CPH might be worth your time and benefits of taking it, how to prepare for the exam once you’ve decided to take it, and potential career advantages of having the CPH certification.Katherine Paul, MPH · Feb 27, 2024
- Public Health Education and Public Health Promotion: Where Do You Fit In?This article will outline the importance of public health education and promotion, career options for this area of public health, and the key skills required to work in these fields.Katherine Paul, MPH · Jan 8, 2024
- Public Health & Policy: Decision-Making Driven by Equitable HealthDiscover the intricacies of public health policy as we cover key terms like 'epidemiology,' 'biostatistics,' and 'health policy.' Gain insights into the dynamic world of public health and understand where you fit within its vast landscape.Maura Boughter-Dornfeld, MPH · Jan 5, 2024
- Is the CHES Exam Worth It?If you are a student in an undergraduate or graduate public health program, you have likely heard of the CHES exam. But what does that stand for? And how will it help your public health career?Melisa Gebizlioglu, MPH · Nov 20, 2023
- What is the Role of Epidemiology in Public Health?In this article, you will learn about the role of epidemiology in public health, what an epidemiologist does, and how you can prepare for a career in public health epidemiology.Wandia Mureithi, MPH · Aug 31, 2023
- What is CEPH accreditation?Students who graduate from an accredited program can be assured they have the essential skills needed for their profession. Learn more about CEPH accreditation and discover accredited MPH programs.Editorial Contributor · Aug 18, 2023
- Socio-Medical Sciences in Public HealthIn this article, we'll explore Socio-Medical Sciences and the role it plays in public health.Melisa Gebizlioglu, MPH · Aug 13, 2023
- Why Study Public Health?The goal of public health is a unique blend of both preventing disease and promoting health and well-being. The field aims to improve health in all arenas, ranging in size from “small communities to entire countries” and prevent disease before it can begin to take hold in a person or population. The key distinction between medicine is the focus on prevention.Katherine Paul, MPH · Aug 9, 2023
- What Areas Exist Within Public Health, Where to Start, And Where Do You Fit In?Given the broad applicability of an MPH or other professional public health degree (including an undergraduate public health major), there are a multitude of avenues one might be interested in when drawn to public health.Maura Boughter-Dornfeld, MPH · Aug 6, 2023
- What is Biostatistics?In this article, you’ll learn about the role of biostatistics in public health and how to pursue a career in biostatistics.Wandia Mureithi, MPH · Aug 6, 2023
- What is Population Health?In this article, we'll explore population health and the role it plays in public health.Wandia Mureithi, MPH · Aug 6, 2023
- What is Health Economics?In this article, we'll explore health economics and the role it plays in public health.Melisa Gebizlioglu, MPH · Aug 1, 2023