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In public health, in order to identify and intervene on disease events, we tend to look at a spectrum of variables. For example, the genetics, a person’s lifestyle behaviors, environment-built, ...

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In public health, in order to identify and intervene on disease events, we tend to look at a spectrum of variables. For example, the genetics, a person’s lifestyle behaviors, environment-built, natural, and social, or even the policies in place. Understanding how these factors individually and collectively affect health requires us to understand the location component to these exposures. Like epidemiology, location science is closely similar but differently distinct due to the emphasis on spatial patterns and relations. Although geospatial data and technology continues to rapidly evolve, these concepts are no stranger to public health efforts. Pioneers in the field, such as Hippocrates, John Snow, Louis Rene Villerme, and more have examined spatial data and have used them to inform decision-making. Health geography allows us to recognize the context and setting through a spatial lens from local to global in understanding many health outcomes. Location matters. Location is health!

#publichealth #thisispublichealth #epidemiology #location #gis #geospatial #data #technology #ambassadortakeover

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*Disclaimer* For the sake of space, this is a very condensed description; nonetheless, I wanted to start the week off sharing with you all my nonlinear path in public health!

While I was ...

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*Disclaimer* For the sake of space, this is a very condensed description; nonetheless, I wanted to start the week off sharing with you all my nonlinear path in public health!

While I was working toward securing my pre-requisites for nursing school, I was required to take a few public health courses- and was immediately hooked on the work being done around upstream STI/STD prevention and implementation using multi-level approaches to addressing these disparities. Based on this new insight, I shifted gears from my original plan and started getting involved with on-and off-campus activities and leadership roles, eventually doing applied research under one of the incredible faculty instructors. It was through these experiences that propelled me to pursuing an MPH with a goal of working toward fostering epidemiological and geospatial methods to addressing community inequity, related to sexual health disparities, gaps in HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment, and the complexities of neighborhood health.

#ambassadortakeover #publichealth #epidemiology #gis #geospatial #thisispublichealth

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Hi everyone! My name is Bryce and I am a second-year MPH student in the Department of Epidemiology at Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice (@sluhealthjustice ...

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Hi everyone! My name is Bryce and I am a second-year MPH student in the Department of Epidemiology at Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice (@sluhealthjustice @slu_official).

Public health has given me more than just a higher purpose for the community but has led me to cross paths with incredible colleagues, friends, and countless of memories on and off the work clock. With that being said, I am so ecstatic to be a part of this year’s TIPH Ambassador Program and to be taking over the #thisispublichealth social media pages this week. I will be covering a range of public health topics including how epidemiology and geospatial sciences intersect in addressing various health problems, my life as a graduate student, researcher, and more! It’s going to be an amazing week, so I encourage you all to turn our notifications on so you won’t miss a thing!

#publichealth #epidemiology #gis

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🔎 Explore your degree options in Public Health!

Join us tomorrow (Sept 8th) 9 - 7 pm ET for our Virtual Graduate School Fair!

Chat with faculty, admission staff, and current ...

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Sep 7

🔎 Explore your degree options in Public Health!

Join us tomorrow (Sept 8th) 9 - 7 pm ET for our Virtual Graduate School Fair!

Chat with faculty, admission staff, and current students from 80+ graduate schools & programs of public health.

To register visit the link in our bio or check out today's story!

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Yesterday was International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) and today kicks off #recoverymonth . I feel like it is the perfect time to talk STIGMA and what it means for those living with a substance use...

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Sep 1

Yesterday was International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) and today kicks off #recoverymonth . I feel like it is the perfect time to talk STIGMA and what it means for those living with a substance use disorder (SUD).

You are sure to have seen posts about stigma faced by people living with other conditions, including HIV and diabetes. The reality is, in public health many people we serve will endure stigma and discrimination resulting an escalation of their conditions, mental distress, and even punishment. This is especially true for those living with a substance use disorder (SUD).

People living with SUD face a unique form of stigma because the behaviors and symptoms associated with their disorders are criminalized and punished by law enforcement. For example, possession of a syringe or other tools used for using drugs is illegal in many states and can put a person at risk of arrest. In addition, drug use has long been perceived as a moral failing and personal choice. These beliefs and attitudes can make it difficult for a person to seek care and help when they need it. They also result in many families, friends and communities feeling stigmatized as a result of another person’s drug use. These individuals then find it difficult to find help for their loved ones, and for those who have lost a loved one to drug overdose many choose to grieve in silence for fear of judgement or shame.

We can strive to address stigma head on - starting with our own practice. A good starting place is educating ourselves about SUD and changing how we talk about drug use and people who use drugs. Above is a starting point, but as public health professionals there are a plethora of resources that take that information even further. We can start the process by visiting the following websites:

NIDA “The Science of Drug Use and Addiction” - https://bit.ly/3yEKT3b
NIDA “Words Matter” - https://bit.ly/3gRnDcs
NAMI “Pledge to be Stigma-free”- https://bit.ly/3t5LN7U
AJPH 2013 Publication on Stigma - https://bit.ly/3gNJBNm

#thisispublichealth #ambassadortakeover #breakthestigma

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My name is Savannah but most folks call me Savi. I am a 3rd year PhD student in the Department of Mental Health at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health ( ...

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Aug 30

Hi everyone!

My name is Savannah but most folks call me Savi. I am a 3rd year PhD student in the Department of Mental Health at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health ( @johnshopkinssph ). I am also a pre-doctoral trainee in the Drug Dependence Epidemiology Training Program (DDET) funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) ( @nihgov ). As a PhD student I have committed my research to working with adolescents in finding novel approaches to monitor and prevent substance use early in life, with particular interest in social media platforms & machine learning.

I will be taking over the TIPH page this week to raise awareness around drug overdose and kick off Recovery Month , which is every September. I hope that each day I can share a little bit about what it means to be living with a substance use disorder (SUD) and debunk the myths around recovery and substance use all together. I firmly believe that by ending the stigma around substance use and those who use drugs, we can more effectively treat and serve those living with SUD along with other mental disorders. Together we can #breakthestigma 💪

#thisispublichealth #ambassadortakeover #endoverdose
#recoverymonth

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We are excited to launch the 2021-2022 Graduate School Digital Viewbook.

Browse this online resource and learn more about 120+ degree programs in public health, the application process, and ...

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Aug 19

We are excited to launch the 2021-2022 Graduate School Digital Viewbook.

Browse this online resource and learn more about 120+ degree programs in public health, the application process, and valuable information to find your best fit!

Visit the link in our bio to request a copy. 👀📖

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The next SOPHAS cycle, 2021-2022, will open today! If you wish to apply to a program in the 2021-2022 cycle and you created a SOPHAS account previously, you will be able to create an application as a ...

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Aug 18

The next SOPHAS cycle, 2021-2022, will open today! If you wish to apply to a program in the 2021-2022 cycle and you created a SOPHAS account previously, you will be able to create an application as a re-applicant.

The re-applicant feature allows for applicants from the previous cycle to review and select which sections of the application will carry over to the new application. Please note, recommendations, program-specific materials, and payments will not carry forward in the SOPHAS 2021-2022 cycle.

Visit sophas.org or click the link in our bio!

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Welcome to day 5 of my takeover! On today’s story, Kathy shares about her goal to build a health workforce that is representative of the diverse population it serves. Kathy also shares what she does...

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Aug 13

Welcome to day 5 of my takeover! On today’s story, Kathy shares about her goal to build a health workforce that is representative of the diverse population it serves. Kathy also shares what she does through her role as the coordinator for the UCLA Public Health Scholars Program (@uclaphscholars). In 2019, I participated in the program and can attest to the benefits of participating in a program that includes an internship with a public health focused organization, professional development workshops and panels, and a stipend! The memories and friends (pictured above) I made through the program deeply influenced my career direction. To learn more about the program visit https://www.uclaphscholars.org/

#ambassadortakeover #thisispublichealth

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¡Hola! My name is Joana, and some of my friends call me JoJo. I am a current MPH & MSW dual degree student at @uclaluskinsw and @uclafsph . As a TIPH Ambassador, I will be taking over this ...

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Aug 9

¡Hola! My name is Joana, and some of my friends call me JoJo. I am a current MPH & MSW dual degree student at @uclaluskinsw and @uclafsph . As a TIPH Ambassador, I will be taking over this instagram account during this week and sharing some information with you on my path to public health and social welfare! I will also introduce you to some of my peers, their interests, and where their work fits in within The 10 Essential Public Health Services, a Public Health Framework that might help you decide which public health path to pursue! Enjoy 😀

#ambassadortakeover #ThisIsPublicHealth

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Public health provides the opportunity to lead a fulfilling professional life, positively impacting communities around the world.

If you are considering the field, or currently studying ...

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Aug 3

Public health provides the opportunity to lead a fulfilling professional life, positively impacting communities around the world.

If you are considering the field, or currently studying public health, this webinar will help you understand what opportunities are available to you as a student and after graduating.

Register and learn more by visiting the link in our bio or check out today's story!

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Today’s #HealthDistrictHighlight is the WIC program. WIC is a national special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children (WIC), and serves half of all infants born in the ...

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Jul 27

Today’s #HealthDistrictHighlight is the WIC program. WIC is a national special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children (WIC), and serves half of all infants born in the United States. The WIC program offers free one-on-one nutrition counseling, recipes and cooking demonstrations, breastfeeding support, and community resource referrals to all participants.

Have you ever gone into the grocery store and seen “WIC approved item” next to the price sticker? Participants in the program receive a benefit card which allows them to purchase pre-approved grocery items. Benefit cards can be re-loaded every three months according to your local program’s requirements, like participating in free online nutrition education courses. See our story for an example of qualifying food items!

We had the privilege of sitting down with our local Nutrition Program Manager, Dr. Linda Raines. One aspect of the national WIC program she highlighted in our interview was that many people qualify, regardless of your background, education status, or legal status. If you have questions about the program, visit the link in our bio for more information!
#ambassadortakeover #thisispublichealth @wacohealthdistrict

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Hi everyone! Our names are Emily Bradford and Pranav Kapoor, and we are current MPH students at Baylor University (@baylorpublichealth ,@bayloruniversity ). We have been working at the Waco-McLennan ...

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Jul 26

Hi everyone! Our names are Emily Bradford and Pranav Kapoor, and we are current MPH students at Baylor University (@baylorpublichealth ,@bayloruniversity ). We have been working at the Waco-McLennan County Public Health District (@wacohealthdistrict ) as graduate assistants in the Epidemiology department for the past year.

This week we will be taking over the #thisispublichealth social media accounts to talk about the various roles of a health department and how broad of an impact they have on the community. There are so many hats a health district wears, and it could not happen without some amazing people, so we interviewed some of our colleagues as well!! We can’t wait to hear them speak and provide insight into their roles and why they chose public health.

We are the first takeover for the new 2021-2022 TIPH Ambassador Cohort. Stay tuned each week to see more from our cohort!
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Hello everyone! We are excited to announce our TIPH Book Club Selection for August-September. We will be reading 'The Ten Year War' by Jonathan Cohn. Get a copy at your local 📖 store! ...

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Jul 26

Hello everyone! We are excited to announce our TIPH Book Club Selection for August-September. We will be reading 'The Ten Year War' by Jonathan Cohn. Get a copy at your local 📖 store!

'The Ten Year War' details how the Affordable Care Act came into being. It has multiple viewpoints from both Democrats and Republicans and gives a journalistic account of American healthcare: How did we arrive at what we have today?

This book is divided into three parts and for each part we will have Goodreads discussion and video. We also hope to have a live Zoom session for the last part (more details to follow).

Please join us on Goodreads (link in bio) for our first discussion on August 16th.

We look forward to having a fun and insightful discussion with you.
-- TIPH Ambassadors and Book Club Moderators Nikita W. and Laura B.
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Hi everyone! My name is Blessed Egbuchulam a TIPH Global Ambassador. I am an MPH student of Environmental Health Sciences from the University of Ibadan. One of the focuses of my studies is ...

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Jul 19

Hi everyone! My name is Blessed Egbuchulam a TIPH Global Ambassador. I am an MPH student of Environmental Health Sciences from the University of Ibadan. One of the focuses of my studies is Occupational Health. I want to share with you some information regarding the interaction between Work and Health as it relates to Occupational Health.
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I invite you to share below how your work has affected your health. #AmbassadorTakeover

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Join us this Wednesday 9 am - 7 pm ET for our Virtual Graduate School Fair!

Chat with admissions representatives from 75 CEPH accredited schools and programs of public health.

To ...

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Jul 12

Join us this Wednesday 9 am - 7 pm ET for our Virtual Graduate School Fair!

Chat with admissions representatives from 75 CEPH accredited schools and programs of public health.

To register, visit the link in our bio!

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Today we recognize Juneteenth and celebrate that the United States has commemorated the end of slavery by designating Juneteenth, or June 19th, the 12th federal holiday.

“Our federal ...

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Jun 19

Today we recognize Juneteenth and celebrate that the United States has commemorated the end of slavery by designating Juneteenth, or June 19th, the 12th federal holiday.

“Our federal holidays are purposely few in number and recognize the most important milestones,” said Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y. “I cannot think of a more important milestone to commemorate than the end of slavery in the United States.”

Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas — two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation and about two months after the end of the Civil War.

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Celebrate your #pride🌈❤️💛💚💜💙🏳️‍🌈 ! We have included our pride logo in the This is Public Health store.

Visit the link in our bio!

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Everyone has a role to play in ending this pandemic. As part of the Biden Administration’s effort to get 70 percent of adult Americans vaccinated by July 4th, the White House is asking colleges and ...

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Everyone has a role to play in ending this pandemic. As part of the Biden Administration’s effort to get 70 percent of adult Americans vaccinated by July 4th, the White House is asking colleges and universities to formally join the COVID-19 College Vaccine Challenge, Ensuring that as many people as possible get vaccinated will not only keep vaccinated individuals safe, but will also protect their families and communities by reducing the risk of giving the virus to someone else. Participating universities and colleges are being asked to commit to taking three key actions to increase vaccine distribution among their students and communities:

1️⃣ Engaging every student, faculty, and staff member

2️⃣ Organizing their college communities

3️⃣ Delivering vaccine access for all

College leaders can learn more and sign up by visting the link in our bio.

#covidcollegechallenge #ThisIsPublicHealth

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🏳️‍🌈 This is Public Health Ambassador Aneeka R. @tulane_sphtm shares

"What does pride mean to me?":

"Celebrating and continuing the fight for respect, ...

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🏳️‍🌈 This is Public Health Ambassador Aneeka R. @tulane_sphtm shares

"What does pride mean to me?":

"Celebrating and continuing the fight for respect, dignity, and love for all.
Pride represents an opportunity to recognize and celebrate joy and hope for the LGBTQIA+ community, while acknowledging those who have fought and continue to fight for our rights and freedoms. It brings very important conversations to the forefront, such as the disproportionate burden of mental health challenges faced by members of the LGBTQIA+ community, along with the importance of recognizing intersectionality in this work. Pride is simultaneously a moment of great celebration and a sobering reminder of the many barriers that still exist for LGBTQIA+ folks. For me, it’s a call to action, renewing my conviction to continually fight for my community."

#pride🌈 #love #ThisIsPublicHealth

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