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Hi everyone, my name is Gen Zhu. Currently, I am a third-year Ph.D. student at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston(UTHealth) School of Public Health , majoring in Biostatistics. ...

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Jan 11

Hi everyone, my name is Gen Zhu. Currently, I am a third-year Ph.D. student at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston(UTHealth) School of Public Health , majoring in Biostatistics. Both my bachelor's degree and master's degree are in Statistics.My research interests lie in disease networks and machine learning using real-world data such as electronic health records.

During the takeover this week, I will share why I chose Biostatistics and how we use Biostatistics and Data Science to solve public health problems. If you would like to talk more with me, you can reach out to me via Instagram DM this week. #AmbassadorTakeover #thisispublichealth @uthealthsph

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Join us for our January/February selection for the TIPH Book Club! We will be reading Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City by Matthew Desmond.

In Evicted, Princeton sociologist ...

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Jan 6

Join us for our January/February selection for the TIPH Book Club! We will be reading Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City by Matthew Desmond.

In Evicted, Princeton sociologist and MacArthur “Genius” Matthew Desmond follows eight families in Milwaukee as they struggle to keep a roof over their heads. Evicted transforms our understanding of poverty and economic exploitation while providing fresh ideas for solving one of 21st-century America’s most devastating problems. Its unforgettable scenes of hope and loss remind us of the centrality of home, without which nothing else is possible.

Please join us on GoodReads (link in bio) and read our first post! We will post discussion questions each week that will be discussed via Zoom with two ambassadors. The Zoom will be shared every Friday.

Chapter 1-4 discussion questions will be posted January 11! We look forward to hearing from you! #AmbassadorTakeover #ThisIsPublicHealth

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2020 was a challenging year. But there was still good in it. In our stories today, TIPH Ambassador Katarina opened it up for people to comment on good things to happen to them during 2020 and what we ...

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Dec 30

2020 was a challenging year. But there was still good in it. In our stories today, TIPH Ambassador Katarina opened it up for people to comment on good things to happen to them during 2020 and what we can celebrate from this past year going into 2021. Let’s continue that celebration here: comment below anything you’d like to celebrate or share from this past year! 👇🏼 let’s end 2020 on a positive note! 🎉 #Ambassadortakeover #happynewyear

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My name is Katarina and I will be doing an #ambassadortakeover for This Is Public Health’s social media for the next week and a haIf. I’m excited to share a bit more about myself before we get ...

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Dec 29

My name is Katarina and I will be doing an #ambassadortakeover for This Is Public Health’s social media for the next week and a haIf. I’m excited to share a bit more about myself before we get going: I graduated with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Biology in 2017 (minors in Chemistry and Classical Studies). I am currently getting my Masters in Public Health, specializing in Population Health Research and Analytics at the @uofnorthdakota. I also have a passion for Global Health, Public Health policy and infectious disease which works perfectly into my current job as the Lead COVID-19 Case Manager for the UND COVID-19 contact tracing team under the North Dakota Department of Health. I LOVE my job. I currently lead a team of 70+ individuals in COVID-19 contact tracing and case investigations. Working in public health during this time has been such an amazing opportunity and has laid the ground work in connections, finding a passion, gaining experience before graduating and so much more. As you will find out, I am a very passionate person and finding a “why” drives me. I don’t love COVID-19. No one does, but I’ve experienced losing a loved one to this horrible pandemic and protecting others in slowing the spread in my job: that’s what keeps me going. It’s so that no one else will have to experience what I’ve experienced.

Ok enough about the sappy stuff: We are going to have fun this next week and a half. I am going to cover all sorts of things: my experience working from home, more about my job, what it’s like being a public health grad student during a pandemic, doing Q&As so I can hear from YOU, polls, sharing stories, talking about GOOD NEWS, happy things from 2020 and ringing in 2021 with (dare I say…) JOY! Follow along here for posts and stories I will share, you can also follow my personal page too @kdomitrovich! I can’t wait to interact with you!

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Hi, it’s Alyssa! For the last day of my #AmbassadorTakeover I’d like to share a few helpful tips for finding your public health fit, especially as this year ends and graduations, applications, and...

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Dec 19

Hi, it’s Alyssa! For the last day of my #AmbassadorTakeover I’d like to share a few helpful tips for finding your public health fit, especially as this year ends and graduations, applications, and other deadlines loom larger.

In my last post, I really tried to highlight how #publichealth is all around us, and now I invite you all to connect your interests - however varied - to how they affect health outcomes. From there, you can really develop a path that you not just excel at, but also enjoy!

Please share your helpful tips as well in the comments - we’re all learning from each other, after all 😁 #thisispublichealth

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Hey, it’s Alyssa - let’s talk about the determinants of health! You may have heard of the “ZIP code vs. genetic code” debate, describing how both your genes and your environment can affect ...

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Dec 16

Hey, it’s Alyssa - let’s talk about the determinants of health! You may have heard of the “ZIP code vs. genetic code” debate, describing how both your genes and your environment can affect health outcomes.

But why do the communities we live in sometimes differ so much in resources or opportunities to advance health - even across two neighborhoods just a few blocks apart?

Many of what we consider “social” determinants of health are shaped by various civic and political decisions that then affected different populations, neighborhoods, and groups in different ways. Public health and public policy don’t just intersect when specific healthcare or health-focused bills are on the docket, something I am still grasping in my studies and career! #AmbassadorTakeover #socialdeterminantsofhealth #politicaldeterminantsofhealth #thisispublichealth

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Hi everyone! My name is Alyssa Rentuza and I am a second year MPH Candidate studying epidemiology at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee.

This week, my takeover ...

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Dec 15

Hi everyone! My name is Alyssa Rentuza and I am a second year MPH Candidate studying epidemiology at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee.

This week, my takeover will cover health determinants - what they are, how they affect your and my experience of health and healthcare, and how these determinants are shaped. If this is something you’d like to learn more about beyond this week’s content, I also invite you to join our book club (link in bio) which I am currently leading with two other ambassadors, Alexis and Courtney!

I’ll also be posting a little about how I began my public health journey and found my own niche, since I know application and decision seasons are upon us. Can’t wait to meet you all this week! #AmbassadorTakeover #thisispublichealth

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There are so many sources for public health information out there. To help you be well-informed, I thought I’d put together some of my go-to public health resources to share. #AmbassadorTakeover ...

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Dec 11

There are so many sources for public health information out there. To help you be well-informed, I thought I’d put together some of my go-to public health resources to share. #AmbassadorTakeover #ThisIsPublicHealth

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Hi everyone! I’m Emily and I am a second-year MPH in policy student at the University of Iowa’s College of Public Health. @uiowa @iowacph During this week, I will share some of my favorite public ...

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Dec 7

Hi everyone! I’m Emily and I am a second-year MPH in policy student at the University of Iowa’s College of Public Health. @uiowa @iowacph During this week, I will share some of my favorite public health topics, as well as a few resources to learn more about the field of public health!
If you have any questions for me this week, feel free to send me a message and I’ll be happy to answer! #AmbassadorTakeover #ThisIsPublicHealth

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Since we have been discussing food insecurity this week, I wanted to share a way that people can help. Donating to food banks and food pantries in your community can help families in need this holiday...

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Dec 4

Since we have been discussing food insecurity this week, I wanted to share a way that people can help. Donating to food banks and food pantries in your community can help families in need this holiday season and throughout the year. Quickly doing a google search will help you locate one near you! #thisispublichealth #ambassadortakeover

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According to the USDA, food insecurity is the consistent lack of access to adequate amounts of food in order to lead a healthy life. About 1 in 9 Americans experienced food insecurity in 2018, which...

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Dec 2

According to the USDA, food insecurity is the consistent lack of access to adequate amounts of food in order to lead a healthy life. About 1 in 9 Americans experienced food insecurity in 2018, which is an estimated 35 million people (including 11 million children). COIVD-19 has increased the rates of food insecurity across the country due to increased unemployment rates. Those that are more likely to experience food insecurity are seniors, children, rural communities, and black and Latino individuals. Those that experience food insecurity for prolonged periods of time are more likely to develop chronic diseases, such as diabetes, and are at an increased risk of contracting infectious illnesses, such as COVID-19. Government assistance programs, such as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), could improve food insecurity by increasing benefits and benefit amounts. Unemployment rates should also be addressed when discussing food insecurity rates.

The reason I research food insecurity among children and adolescents is because I want to impact their health in a positive way. Helping them increase their food security, while also increasing their access and knowledge to healthful food can increase their quality of life later in life. Hopefully as adults, habits developed around healthful food choices during childhood and adolescents will be passed on to their children in the future. #thisispublichealth #ambassadortakeover

For more information and resources about food security click the link in our bio.

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My name is Ashley Fenton. I am currently a third-year Ph.D. student at Louisiana State University Health Science Center School of Public Health in New Orleans (shout out ...

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Nov 30

Hi everyone!

My name is Ashley Fenton. I am currently a third-year Ph.D. student at Louisiana State University Health Science Center School of Public Health in New Orleans (shout out @lsupublichealth)! My concentration is in Community Health Sciences and my research consists of food security among children and adolescents. I will be taking over this week’s #ThisisPublicHealth #AmbasssadorTakeover. During this time, we’ll be talking about food security and how this impacts the public’s health. Additionally, I will share information about how you can help! If you have any questions this week feel free to ask!

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We're excited to celebrate Public Health Thank You Day #PHTYD by having our Ambassadors share their gratitude for professors or others who have encouraged them along their path to public ...

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Nov 23

We're excited to celebrate Public Health Thank You Day #PHTYD by having our Ambassadors share their gratitude for professors or others who have encouraged them along their path to public health.

Our first post is from TIPH Ambassador, Joshua C, @tamupublichealth:
"Happy #PHTYD to Dr. Jeffrey Hatala in the Texas A&M School of Public Health. His dedication to student success in the Department of Health Policy and Management is much appreciated. The field of public health is rooted in its educators who pave the way for the next generation of professionals, and I am most thankful to be guided by Dr. Hatala and all professors alike."

Watch for more #PHTYD posts and share your own! #ThisIsPublicHealth

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Hi everyone! On today’s #ambassadortakeover I thought I’d share with you a current student/classmate of mine and her experience @busph! I always find it helpful hearing from other students and ...

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Nov 20

Hi everyone! On today’s #ambassadortakeover I thought I’d share with you a current student/classmate of mine and her experience @busph! I always find it helpful hearing from other students and what their experience is like as everyone’s differs! This is Meghan Walsh @_meghan_walsh! She is also a Health, Policy, and Law certificate! Here are a few of the things she does in and around campus and her passions such as @periodproject_busph in #publichealth!
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As always please don’t hesitate to reach out about our experiences @busph! Happy Friday!

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With the holiday season coming up, and thanksgiving around the corner, I know celebrating safely this year is on everyone's minds. I'll be sharing helpful tips from @busph Epidemiology ...

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Nov 18

With the holiday season coming up, and thanksgiving around the corner, I know celebrating safely this year is on everyone's minds. I'll be sharing helpful tips from @busph Epidemiology COVID-19 Corps (@epicovidcorps) on how to stay safe during this unprecedented holiday season! I know everyone's plans will look a little different due to #COVID19 so I hope these tips will help you and your families celebrate safely and in good health!

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As an aspiring dentist, I will be sharing content related to #oralhealth today! I have conducted research in this field and am taking some of my favorite information and tips to share with you all in ...

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Nov 17

As an aspiring dentist, I will be sharing content related to #oralhealth today! I have conducted research in this field and am taking some of my favorite information and tips to share with you all in this week's #ambassadortakeover! Oral health and oral hygiene are important tools to maintaining a healthy lifestyle as our mouths are directly connected to the rest of our bodies! #oralhygiene #Dental

This week is also #healthprofessionsweek and I am happy to take any questions in regards to my applications for dental school as well as applications into the field of public health!

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@aspphorg & the Global Network launched the TIPH Global Grant program this fall, raising #publichealth awareness in local communities around the world. Learn more about the grant & check out ...

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Nov 16

@aspphorg & the Global Network launched the TIPH Global Grant program this fall, raising #publichealth awareness in local communities around the world. Learn more about the grant & check out our prior collaborators’ work via the link in our bio!

#ThisIsPublicHealth #ASPPHgoesGlobal

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Hi everyone!

My name is Juliana Barounis. I am a current second-year Master of Public Health student at Boston University School of Public Health @busph. My concentration is in Health, ...

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Nov 16

Hi everyone!

My name is Juliana Barounis. I am a current second-year Master of Public Health student at Boston University School of Public Health @busph. My concentration is in Health, Policy, Law and Global Health. I’m excited to serve on this week’s #ThisisPublicHealth #AmbassadorTakeover.
During this week, I will share information about my favorite health topics and what got me interested in public health. I’ll also be sharing current news trends that I have been following, take aways from a few seminars my school is hosting, and stories of other students experiences @busph!
I'm happy to answer any and all questions you may have about my degree and experience in public health!

I’m excited to kick off this week with you and hope you follow along!

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Happy Veterans Day to those who have and are currently serving, and their families! Around the world, countries recognize a similar holiday either as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day, marking the end ...

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Nov 11

Happy Veterans Day to those who have and are currently serving, and their families! Around the world, countries recognize a similar holiday either as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day, marking the end of World War I.

Veterans Day is meant to recognize and celebrate those who have served in the United States Armed Forces, whereas Memorial Day serves as a day to remember and honor the fallen. However, many veterans alive to celebrate this holiday may experience both gratitude and survivor’s guilt on this day. Survivor’s guilt is not unique to the military, but soldiers who survive a traumatic experience when their brothers and sisters (comrades) did not, grieve immensely. The deep rooted sense of camaraderie in the military breeds this familial connection and dedication to one another. If you know a veteran, reach out to them today. You might thank them for their service, but most importantly, let them know you’re there!

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Military service members and veterans experience a slew of challenges that may include, but are not limited to, post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, military sexual trauma, ...

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Nov 10

Military service members and veterans experience a slew of challenges that may include, but are not limited to, post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, military sexual trauma, substance use, unemployment, difficulty transitioning, physical ailments, homelessness, and suicide.

They aren’t the only ones facing challenges though. Their families are right along side them moving and starting over repeatedly, experiencing their own fears and trauma, and in some cases, becoming the caretaker of their service member.

However, there are many strengths that military families have because of this. Training has instilled values such as leadership, loyalty, service to others, and integrity; they have the opportunity to see the world and have diverse experiences and friendships; and finally, they inherently grow as adaptable and resilient beings that can make the most of any situation. Military communities are very close-knit due to their shared experiences and understanding.

Have you felt a deep sense of community, support, and understanding in your own experience? Tell us about it!

#ThisIsPublicHealth #ambassadortakeover