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In this Q&A, graduate student Tina Mensa-Kwao shares why she’s passionate about global health, her research efforts and its potential impact, her future goals as a professional, and advice for new students.
MPH students have been engaging with rural communities through their practicums. They’ve been learning about the challenges they face while collaborating on solutions to address health disparities.
Dr. Stephen Bezruchka, School of Public Health faculty, presents an insightful and thought-provoking webinar on the impact of inequality on health outcomes, with a specific focus on US health status.
Students Olena Bidovanets and Olga Vitruk have been supporting the health of Ukrainians both abroad and locally as part of their practicum experience this past year at the UW, as war left a mark upon the physical and mental health of millions.
Together, we can create a more equitable, resilient and economically viable food system
As several states restrict access to gender-affirming care, researchers, practitioners and students share its importance to trans youths’ mental health
Together, we can center community voices to address structural racism
Together, we can help interpret cold-case forensic samples using more advanced statistical analysis
Community trust and health infrastructure are necessary to prepare for future public health crises
Together, researchers and communities improve air quality across Washington state
School of Public Health alumna turns personal experiences and education into advocacy and action for UW custodians
We're excited to invite you to the upcoming APHA National Public Health Week and Career Month Events taking place from April 3-27, 2023.
Danafe Matusalem (PH-GH, ’18) shares her interests in equity, diversity and inclusion, and for all individuals to have equitable health access and educational opportunities.
Michael Tynan (Online MPH ‘22), Team Lead with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Office on Smoking Health, Policy Planning and Coordination Unit works with states and communities on tobacco control policy issues, including smoke-free topics.