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As humans, we are social beings by nature. Supporting each other is crucial to our long-term health and happiness. Social support is a broad term that encompasses many different forms of support that ...

Mar 29

As humans, we are social beings by nature. Supporting each other is crucial to our long-term health and happiness. Social support is a broad term that encompasses many different forms of support that individuals can encounter such as family relationships, friendships, teachers, and many others. Swipe through our slides for more information regarding the fundamentals of social support! #AmbassadorTakeover

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Hello everyone and happy Monday! We are looking forward to taking over as this week’s This Is Public Health Ambassadors. We are both so passionate about public health and can’t wait to share more ...

Mar 27

Hello everyone and happy Monday! We are looking forward to taking over as this week’s This Is Public Health Ambassadors. We are both so passionate about public health and can’t wait to share more about this topic! Swipe to learn more about what we will be addressing this week! #ThisIsPublicHealth #AmbassadorTakeover

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Happy National Puppy Day! 🐶 In the spirit of mental health awareness, we wanted to take a moment to celebrate puppies for all they contribute to our mental health.

Here are just a few of ...

Mar 23

Happy National Puppy Day! 🐶 In the spirit of mental health awareness, we wanted to take a moment to celebrate puppies for all they contribute to our mental health.

Here are just a few of the ways that puppies and all other pets make us happier and healthier!

Tag @thisispublichealth and share your #PublicHealthPets! We will be posting your puppies throughout the day in our story!!

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Today, we celebrate the role water plays in public health and raise awareness about the water and sanitation crisis currently affecting our globe. Billions of people around the world do not have ...

Mar 22

Today, we celebrate the role water plays in public health and raise awareness about the water and sanitation crisis currently affecting our globe. Billions of people around the world do not have access to safe water. To accelerate change, we need action.

Visit the link in our bio to learn more about World Water Day and how you can get involved in the movement! 💧💧

#WorldWaterDay2023 #ThisIsPublicHealth

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Happy first day of spring! 💐☀️🌸🌱 With spring break season upon us, we hope you are taking the time to prioritize self-care. Mental health is a critical component of public health, so make...

Mar 20

Happy first day of spring! 💐☀️🌸🌱 With spring break season upon us, we hope you are taking the time to prioritize self-care. Mental health is a critical component of public health, so make sure to take care of yourself this spring! #ThisIsPublicHealth

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Despite the challenges presented by environmental racism, there is hope for a better future. By recognizing and addressing the systemic injustices that perpetuate environmental racism, we can create a...

Mar 17

Despite the challenges presented by environmental racism, there is hope for a better future. By recognizing and addressing the systemic injustices that perpetuate environmental racism, we can create a more equitable and sustainable world for all. We must come together to demand change, hold those in power accountable, and empower those who have been historically marginalized and silenced. By working towards environmental justice, we can ensure that all communities, regardless of race or income, have access to clean air, water, and a healthy environment. Let us take action today and build a better tomorrow for generations to come.

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Microaggressions are like tiny paper cuts to the soul. They are subtle, often unintentional, but they can cause a great deal of harm. These small acts of discrimination can accumulate and have a ...

Mar 14

Microaggressions are like tiny paper cuts to the soul. They are subtle, often unintentional, but they can cause a great deal of harm. These small acts of discrimination can accumulate and have a cumulative effect on a person's mental and emotional well-being. Research has shown that exposure to microaggressions can lead to chronic stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems. In addition, experiencing microaggressions can also contribute to physical health problems such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, and other health issues associated with chronic stress.

Microaggressions are a reminder that discrimination doesn't always come in the form of overt hatred or violence. It can be as simple as a dismissive look or a poorly worded comment. It’s like a constant drip of water on a stone. Individually, each drop may seem insignificant, but over time, it can wear away the strongest of materials. They chip away at a person's self-esteem and sense of belonging until they feel like they don't belong anywhere. It's easy to dismiss microaggressions as harmless jokes, innocent remarks, or ignorant gestures, but the truth is they can be deeply hurtful to the people on the receiving end. When we allow these small acts of discrimination to go unchecked, we contribute to a culture of intolerance and exclusion.

Given the prevalence of microaggressions in our society, particularly among marginalized/minority groups, addressing this issue has become a public health concern. By creating awareness of the impact of microaggressions and working to prevent them, we can improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities as a whole. Understanding the deep impact of these seemingly small actions and words can help us take steps to create a more healthy, inclusive and respectful society.

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Hello everyone! My name is Olivia Rajpathy. I am an international student from India pursuing my second year of the Master of Public Health (MPH) program at the University of North Dakota. This week, ...

Mar 13

Hello everyone! My name is Olivia Rajpathy. I am an international student from India pursuing my second year of the Master of Public Health (MPH) program at the University of North Dakota. This week, I have the privilege of taking over as the This Is Public Health Ambassador for this platform and I'm excited to share my thoughts on some interesting public health topics.

As someone who is passionate about public health, I believe that it's important to raise awareness about issues that affect us all. Throughout the week, I will be sharing my insights on various topics that I believe need to be addressed. I'm eager to engage in discussions with all of you and learn from your perspectives as well. I look forward to a thought-provoking week ahead!

#AmbassadorTakeover #ThisIsPublicHealth

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Public Health GIS uses data to create maps, in order to visualize population health issues, and inform mitigation response and resource allocation.
Sources: CDC, NYC Health Department

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Mar 10

Public Health GIS uses data to create maps, in order to visualize population health issues, and inform mitigation response and resource allocation.
Sources: CDC, NYC Health Department

Thank you for tuning in this week. Have a great weekend!
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One Health is the understanding of the connection between humans, animals, and the environment. The One Health approach requires collaboration from many different sectors and professions to prevent, ...

Mar 9

One Health is the understanding of the connection between humans, animals, and the environment. The One Health approach requires collaboration from many different sectors and professions to prevent, predict, and respond to the emergence of infectious diseases, and antimicrobial resistance. One Health is meant to achieve better outcomes for human and animal health, improve global health security, and protect the environment. #AmbassadorTakeover

Image source: OneHealth Trust
You can visit the link in our bio to read the study.

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Happy International Women's Day! IWD is celebrated globally to honor the achievements of female-identifying individuals. It also brings focus to issues surrounding reproductive rights, gender ...

Mar 8

Happy International Women's Day! IWD is celebrated globally to honor the achievements of female-identifying individuals. It also brings focus to issues surrounding reproductive rights, gender equality, and gender-based violence. This year's theme is #EmbraceEquity. #IWD2023 #AmbassadorTakeover

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Attention all book lovers! 📚TIPH Book Club's spring read will be Brené Brown's 'Dare to Lead.' This book explores what it looks like to lead courageously, which is integral to ...

Mar 7

Attention all book lovers! 📚TIPH Book Club's spring read will be Brené Brown's 'Dare to Lead.' This book explores what it looks like to lead courageously, which is integral to public health work.

Through the end of April, we will dive into the book through online discussions on TIPH's Goodreads platform (link in bio). Our first set of discussion questions will cover content from pages 1-70 and be posted to Goodreads on March 24th. We hope you join the discussion and consider supporting your local bookstore!

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Hello everyone! My name is Sherry, and I am a second-year MPH student at @columbiapublichealth. I'm looking forward to doing this week's #AmbassadorTakeover. I'm very excited to share ...

Mar 6

Hello everyone! My name is Sherry, and I am a second-year MPH student at @columbiapublichealth. I'm looking forward to doing this week's #AmbassadorTakeover. I'm very excited to share fun facts and resources with you about the field of public health. Cheers to a good week ahead!

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We conclude this year’s I ❤ Public Health Month with immense gratitude to the TIPH Ambassadors, ASPPH member institutions, and our public health community who contributed content.

I ❤ ...

Feb 28

We conclude this year’s I ❤ Public Health Month with immense gratitude to the TIPH Ambassadors, ASPPH member institutions, and our public health community who contributed content.

I ❤ Public Health Month is the perfect time to remind ourselves of the amazing work that our public health community does to keep us healthy and safe. Thank you!!

#ThisIsPublicHealth #I❤PublicHealth

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Our communities are healthier and safer because of the work of public health professionals such as these ambassadors.

TIPH Ambassadors:
Sherry V., Columbia University ...

Feb 27

Our communities are healthier and safer because of the work of public health professionals such as these ambassadors.

TIPH Ambassadors:
Sherry V., Columbia University (@columbiapublichealth)
Grace H., Baylor University (@baylorpublichealth)
Aidan D., West Virginia University (@wvusph)

#ThisIsPublicHealth #I❤️PublicHealth

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To wrap up the week, here are some thoughts from the EMS community on why we love public health!

Happy Weekend everyone!

#thisispublichealth
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Feb 25

To wrap up the week, here are some thoughts from the EMS community on why we love public health!

Happy Weekend everyone!

#thisispublichealth
#AmbassadorTakeover

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Find your 🏠 in public health as Caroline A. (@usfcoph) and Megan D. (@vumedicine) have.

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Feb 24

Find your 🏠 in public health as Caroline A. (@usfcoph) and Megan D. (@vumedicine) have.

#ThisIsPublicHealth #I❤️PublicHealth

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One of the reasons I love public health is through my experiences in the prehospital field. Being an EMT, especially over the past 3 years has meant getting to experience a little bit of everything ...

Feb 23

One of the reasons I love public health is through my experiences in the prehospital field. Being an EMT, especially over the past 3 years has meant getting to experience a little bit of everything that public health has to offer.

While many people think of EMS as purely clinicians (and that is a very important aspect!) there is so much more that EMS provides to the field of public health!

Disaster and pandemic response has been a big learning experience for my colleagues and I over the past ~3 years or so and has really made us feel more integrated into the healthcare system as a whole.

First responders are often an initial source of health advice for many people, and though we have limited ability to diagnose or provide recommendations, sometimes all that is needed is a friendly face to bounce ideas off of.

In many areas firefighters and EMTs are the first line of public service response. Fall and can't get up? Worried about your neighbors health? Need a smoke detector installed? Chances are we'll be the first ones to show up when you call!

I also can't overstate the importance of getting to interact with patients in the comfort of their own home. Being able to provide not just a basic clinical assessment but also seeing how a patient's home environment is impacting their health is often key in establishing differential diagnoses and ensuring a high standard of continuing care.

EMT's and other first responders are all around you filling roles (both public health and otherwise) that you may not even notice! And that's so much of why I love public health and EMS!

#thisispublichealth #AmbassadorTakeover

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No matter who you are, no matter where you live, you deserve to be healthy! That is why public health is so important, its fundamental goal is ensuring healthy and safe communities for everyone, ...

Feb 22

No matter who you are, no matter where you live, you deserve to be healthy! That is why public health is so important, its fundamental goal is ensuring healthy and safe communities for everyone, everywhere.

TIPH Ambassadors:
Ifunanya Anita Nwabueze, Drexel University (@drexelpubhealth)
Nabila Adamu, Boston University (@busph)

#ThisIsPublicHealth #I❤️PublicHealth

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Hi Everyone, I'm Leo, a second year MPH student at the University of Virginia with a concentration in Health Policy, Law and Ethics. I'm excited to be doing the #AmbassadorTakeover this week...

Feb 21

Hi Everyone, I'm Leo, a second year MPH student at the University of Virginia with a concentration in Health Policy, Law and Ethics. I'm excited to be doing the #AmbassadorTakeover this week and to share with y'all why I <3 Public Health!

My background in the public health field comes mostly from a clinical perspective: I became an EMT in college while working with @umassems and finishing my B.S. in Public Health at UMass Amherst.

After graduating in 2018, I moved to Charlottesville, VA to work full time as an EMT at UVA Hospital, while also volunteering my time for a few years at @carsrescue.

My experiences working prehospitally as an EMT really honed my love for public health, and pushed me to pursue my MPH at @uva_phs .

This week I'll share with y'all why public health is so important to me, to first responders, and to clinicians as a whole! #ThisIsPublicHealth

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