Prevention
While clinicians work to treat patients individually when they are sick, public health prevents people from being sick in the first place. The field is focused on improving the living conditions for people around the world.
Impact
Those in public health work at the community or population level. The impact can be local or global. But no matter which population or where they are located, students make different in the lives of others.
Equity and Justice
The basis of preventing disease and impacting communities often begins with addressing the root inequities that cause health disparities. Public health professionals do just that.
Profiles in Public Health
"My experience working in health care inspired me to pursue a Master of Public Health. When helping patients I was exposed to the public health issues, such as barriers to accessing care, food insecurity, and housing instability, which many Oklahomanโs struggle with."
"Public health is a multidisciplinary field dedicated to achieving health equity and preventing disease by addressing the social determinants of health."
"Public health means acknowledging the interconnectedness of our world and using it to address the root of the inequalities in health outcomes that we see today."
"Public health is the interdisciplinary field of study whose sole purpose is to investigate, inform, and intervene on any subject that causes harm to the health of the mass population."
"Public health to me is not just the social, economic, judicial, medical, and biological factors that contribute to individual and community well-being, but also finding where we can contribute to and bolster the systems that support this well-being."
"Public health is a collaboration of concepts and ideas that are the foundation for building strong, healthy communities."
What We Do
This Is Public Health, a brand run by theย Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health, raises awareness about education and career options in public health through student ambassadors, graduate fairs, partnerships, interprofessional activities, and other pipeline-building events for students.
Since the inception, This Is Public Health has produced:
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Hello Everyone! Today we commemorate World Aids Day ๐. Wearing a red ribbon is a way to support people who have HIV/AIDS. World AIDS Day is a way to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and remember those who have lost their lives from the epidemic. In honor of this year`s theme which is to "Remember and Commit", it is essential to remember those who have lost their lives to HIV/AIDS and commit to breaking the stigma surrounding HIV/AIDS.
#AmbassadorTakeover #ThisisPublicHealth #WorldAIDSDay2023 #RememberandCommit
Dec 1
Are you interested in learning more about federal public health consulting? Join us on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 from 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET for an exclusive webinar to gain valuable insight from the Federal Health team at General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT).
Check out our link in bio to learn more and register!
Please note that this webinar will not be recorded. Don`t miss this opportunity!
Nov 29
Hello #publichealth community! My name is Sacheen Lampert (she/her), and I am a Master of Public Health student at Oregon State University @oregonstate studying Public Health Practice. Join me as I take over TIPH`s social media to honor World AIDS Day on December 1st.
Check back throughout the week to learn more about AIDS, help us spread awareness, and commemorate World AIDS Day on December 1st by wearing a red ribbon.
#AmbassadorTakeover #ThisisPublicHealth #worldaidsday2023
Nov 27
With the holiday season upon us, awkward dinner table questions are inevitable. Ever feel like your attempts to explain public health to your Aunt Susan are met with blank stares? Do you end up feeling like these Office characters when you are asked for the 100000th time what you are studying?
Public health is a broad field that can be tricky to explain concisely. With that in mind, we have created this brief guide to talking about public health with a non-public health audience.
Follow us to continue learning how to answer the question, "What is public health?" #ThisIsPublicHealth #familytime #holidays
Nov 22
Now that we have learned what Traditional Knowledge is and how it is important to public health, I wanted to take today to highlight some Indigenous community movements that are doing amazing work across the US and Canada! I encourage you all to take time to learn what these groups are doing in their communities and how we can support their initiatives.
#AmbassadorTakeover #NNAHM
Nov 8
Hello #publichealth community! My name is Taylor Lang (she/her), and I am currently a Master of Public Health student at the University of North Dakota studying Indigenous Health. Join me as I take over TIPH`s social media to honor National Native American Heritage Month!
Check back all week to learn about the importance of Traditional Knowledge in public health, and movements around the country working to impact Indigenous health!
#AmbassadorTakeover #NNAHM
Nov 6
So youโve learned some about harm reduction...what actions can you take to learn more AND get involved? Here are some organizations and resources we have compiled for you to learn more. Let us know other great resources in the comments! Thanks for joining us this week โค๏ธ #ThisIsPublicHealth #AmbassadorTakeover
Nov 3
Stigma, in itself, is a harm. Harm reduction seeks to eliminate it. Considering stigma as a barrier helps us shift towards normalizing conversation surrounding substance use and making policies that better serve affected populations. Swipe to learn more. #ThisIsPublicHealth #ambassadortakeover
Nov 1
Why focus on harm reduction? To keep people alive!
Harm reduction centers on meeting people where they are without judgment. Empathetic care opens the door for people to access the resources that are right for them at the moment while giving people the autonomy to choose what is right for them.
Swipe to learn more!
#ThisIsPublicHealth #AmbassadorTakeover
Oct 31
Hello #publichealth community! We are Grace Ratcliff and William Hutson. This week, we want to introduce you to the world of harm reduction, or methods of reducing the harm of substance use.
Grace (she/her) is currently a Master of Public Health student at Vanderbilt School of Medicine (@vumedicine). After working in consulting and marketing strategy for six years, she wanted to apply her analytical and communication skills to the impacts of health law on communities.
William (he/him) is currently a Master of Public Health student at Washington University of St. Louis (@washu @brownschool). He works as a research assistant in a lab studying the spatial epidemiology of overdose and is passionate about community engagement and harm reduction. He intends to apply to MD and MD/PhD programs next summer.
We hope you join us to learn more throughout the week! #thisispublichealth #ambassadortakeover #harmreduction
Oct 30
๐ Ambassador Bryanda here! ๐ It`s the last day of the week that Krystin and I are taking over! Get ready for some Friday fun with our Fun Fact Friday! Did you know polio eradication initiatives have mobilized millions of healthcare workers and volunteers worldwide? Together, they have reached the most remote areas, overcoming challenges to immunize children and protect communities. It`s a testament to the power of collective action and determination! ๐๐ช
#ThisIsPublicHealth #AmbassadorProgram #AmbassadorBryandaAmillano
Oct 27
Hey everyone, โค๏ธ It`s Krystin Sinclair here today, teaming up with Bryanda Amillano to takeover @thisispublichealth!
It`s Tuesday, October 24th, and World Polio Day. ๐Ending Polio is a global effort. Polio is life-threatening and has been considered eradicated in many parts of the world thanks to vaccine efficacy. The WHO European region has sustained polio-free status since 2002. Eradicated status is kept through the hard work of professionals and volunteers who raise awareness of the polio vaccine to maintain high population levels of immunization, surveillance of the virus, and preparedness in case of outbreaks. ๐ค
#AmbassadorTakeover #WorldPolioDay
The Polio virus lives in the intestinal tract and causes fever, fatigue, headache, stiffness, limb pain, and paralysis. Poliovirus is spread through contact. There is an effective inactivated polio vaccine to protect us. ๐
#ThisIsPublicHealth #AmbassadorKrystinSinclair
@georgemasonu @templeepibio
Oct 24
Hey everyone! ๐ Bryanda Amillano here, thrilled to team up with my incredible friend Krystin Sinclair for a takeover at @thisispublichealth! This week, we`re spotlighting polio`s rich history and the importance of vaccination, all in honor of #WorldPolioDay! ๐๐
Both Krystin, pursuing her Master`s in Public Health in Epidemiology at Temple University, and I, studying Epidemiology at George Mason University, are passionate about raising awareness on this topic. Let`s work together towards a polio-free world! ๐ค๐ #ThisisPublicHealth #AmbassadorTakeover #AmbassadorBryandaAmillano
@temple_cph @georgemasonu
Oct 23
Did you know that the way we use water in agriculture can directly impact food security? ๐ฝ๏ธ๐ Let`s dive into the critical issue of excessive water use in farming and its effects on our access to food. This post also highlights how sustainable food systems ๐ฟsupport better water management ๐งfor our future.
As the week comes to a close, I want to express my deep gratitude for your attention and support throughout this week`s #AmbassadorTakeover celebrating #WorldFoodDay2023. Wishing #ThisIsPublicHealth community a wonderful weekend filled with positivity ๐๐ Together, we can build a brighter, more water-wise future for all. ๐ช๐ฆ
Oct 20
On this #AmbassadorTakeover post, we will explore the theme of #WorldFoodDay2023: "Water is Life, Water is Food, Leave No One Behind" ๐ฆ๐ง
๐ฑ Water is Life: Water is an essential component of our daily lives. It plays a vital role in maintaining our health.
๐ดWater is Food: Water is the foundation of our food systems. It is essential to food production, preparation, and safety of the food we consume.
๐ซฑ๐ฝโ๐ซฒ๐ฝ Leave no one behind: Everyone deserves access to clean drinking water, especially with the rising number of individuals living in water-scarce environments worldwide. As a vital human right, we must always strive to conserve water.
Therefore, I encourage the #ThisisPublicHealth community to take measures to conserve water and manage it wisely. Each one of us can contribute to making a positive impact.
Oct 19
Hello, #ThisIsPublicHealth community! My name is Lala, MPH in Nutritional Sciences student at @umichsph. Please join me as I take over TIPH`s social media this week to celebrate #WorldFoodDay2023. Check back all week to learn the importance of water in our food supply chain and how sustainable food systems could provide healthy and nutritious food while ensuring water resilience.
Check out the link in our bio to learn more about World Food Day 2023!
#AmbassadorTakeover #WaterisLife #WaterisFood #LeaveNoOneBehind
Oct 16
Embracing diversity in the conversation on mental health. ๐ Let`s learn from each other and create a world where every culture`s wisdom on mental well-being is celebrated and shared!
Thank you for welcoming us this week as we introduced this topic!
#ThisIsPublicHealth #AmbassadorTakeover
Oct 13
๐ Decolonizing Mental Health: A Vital Conversation on World Mental Health Day ๐ง โจ
Today, on World Mental Health Day, let`s focus on a crucial topic: Decolonizing Mental Health. It`s time to challenge and reshape the way we approach mental well-being, taking into account diverse cultural perspectives and histories. Join us in this important conversation to promote inclusivity, understanding, and equitable access to mental health support. Together, we can make a positive change. ๐ช๐ #DecolonizeMentalHealth #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #AmbassadorTakeOver #Thisispublichealth @illinoismph @ahsillinois @kchillinois @publichealthuga @ugasocialwork
Oct 10
Hello! This is Rose! ๐ This week, Monica and I are taking over @thisispublichealth to dive deep into the world of mental health in honor of #WorldMentalHealthDay. ๐ I`m pursuing dual degrees in Social Work and Public Health at the University of Georgia, while Monica is pursuing her Master`s in Public Health at the University of Illinois. ๐
Join us as we explore mental health globally and discuss how we can find ways to prioritize mental health for everyone. ๐ฃ๏ธ Remember, according to the World Health Organization, "Mental health is a universal right," which means tailored solutions for diverse contexts to ensure EVERYONE gets the support they deserve. Let`s make a positive change together! ๐ช๐ #MentalHealthMatters #GlobalMentalHealth #AmbassadorTakeOver #ThisisPublicHealth
@illinoismph @ahsillinois @kchillinois @publichealthuga @ugasocialwork
Oct 9
Happy World Heart Day! The World Heart Federation established World Heart Day in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) to increase international awareness of and action against cardiovascular disease. The theme of World Heart Day 2023 is Use Heart, Know Heart, which is a reminder for everyone to take care of their hearts by first knowing their hearts.
Part of World Heart Day is sharing your story! My story is about my dad, who experienced a cardiac arrest while sitting at home one night. Thankfully, my mom was there and knew to call 911 and begin CPR. If she hadn`t known what to do, my dad would not have survived!
What can you do to save a life?
1. Take a CPR class
2. Advocate for AEDs in public places
3. Learn more about heart disease and how you can prevent it
To learn more about World Heart Day, visit the link in our bio!
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Sep 29
