The College of Public Health at the University of Georgia provides education and training in public health, offering undergraduate and graduate programs. It engages in research and outreach to address public health issues.

College of Public Health - University of Georgia

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University of Georgia College of Public Health | 1,854 followers on LinkedIn. Pursue Understanding. Take Action. | Through research, hands-on learning, and community engagement, the College of Public Health at the University of Georgia is committed to improving the public&#39;s health in Georgia, our nation, and the world.
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Founded in 2005 as a response to the state&#39;s need to address important health concerns in Georgia, the UGA College of Public Health is dedicated to excellence and innovation in instruction, high-quality research and positive impact on communities through outreach and engagement activities.

Faculty, staff and students at the College work with community and governmental partners to improve the health and lives of the people we serve in the state of Georgia, the nation and in other countries through our meaningful and evolving international programs and projects.

The UGA College of Public Health offers degrees in biostatistics, disaster management, environmental health, epidemiology, gerontology, health promotion and behavior, public health, health policy and management, health administration, and toxicology.

Associate Professor | Online MPH Program Director | Public Health Leader

Melissa Howard, PhD, MPH, MCHES

Director of Finance and Administration

Joe Weatherford

Contracts and Grants at College of Public Health

Rebecca Kiel Bacon

Ph.D. Candidate | Graduate Research Assistant | Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Henry Sohre Kitiabi BSc., MPH

University of Georgia College of Public Health

Ready to shape the future of healthcare? If you’re passionate about making a difference and pursuing a career in healthcare administration, join us for an information session on how the UGA MHA program can propel you toward your leadership goals in healthcare. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dGqX3aWf

📢 An eye-opening study by undergraduate researcher, Natalie Wong, and IDM Assistant Professor, Michelle Ritchie, dives into the experiences of local food relief organizations in Athens-Clarke County, shedding light on how they responded to surging food insecurity in 2020. Explore how insights from this study could shape future solutions to food insecurity and help build more resilient communities 👉 https://lnkd.in/ej4x5xQR #FoodInsecurity #UGAResearch #EmergencyPreparedness #PublicHealth #UndergraduateResearch

UGA Institute for Disaster Management

👋 Meet Dionne Mitcham, MPH , a former ORISE fellow at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . As part of her fellowship, Mitcham contributed to preparedness and response activities with the CDC's Division of Global Migration Health. “I was able to further develop my skills in both qualitative and quantitative research and see the importance that research has in informing recommendations and decisions,” says Mitcham, a master's graduate from the University of Georgia College of Public Health . “My fellowship also offered such a unique experience as I was actively able to assist with multiple public health responses, which had been one of my professional career goals.” Following her ORISE fellowship, Mitcham felt inspired to pursue a doctoral degree in health security at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health . "The lessons learned and memories made during the (ORISE) fellowship stick with me and shape my career as a public health professional," she says. ➡️ Read more about her ORISE experience: https://buff.ly/4hWL4Ph #PublicHealth #CDC #ExperienceORISE #research #STEM #fellowships

Experience ORISE

Please join us in congratulating OIBR GDP Graduate and Affiliate, M. Rifat Haider as the 2024 OIBR Rising Star. The OIBR Rising Star Award celebrates the remarkable scholarly achievements and future potential of an OIBR Distinguished Scholar or Affiliate within eight years of earning their Ph.D. This award highlights individuals who demonstrate sustained excellence in research and a promising trajectory for impactful contributions. Dr. Haider’s accomplishments are evident through his numerous publications, successful grant applications, and innovative projects that shape the future of his field. Dr. Haider, an Assistant Professor in Health Policy and Management at UGA, focuses his research on addressing the dual epidemics of HIV and opioid use in the South. His unique approach bridges two intersecting research agendas: one centered on telehealth interventions and the other on addressing “chem-sex” — risky sexual behavior influenced by substance use. Over the past year, Dr. Haider has secured two major NIH grants as Principal Investigator, including a K award to explore telehealth-based interventions that enhance HIV prevention and medication support for opioid use disorder among rural populations who inject drugs. His second NIH grant supports the development of an empowerment-based telehealth intervention to improve HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) choices, updates, and adherence among Black women at risk of HIV. A third project, currently under NIH review, aims to characterize chem-sex patterns and assess harm reduction efforts among gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men in the South. These projects build upon Dr. Haider’s impressive record, which already includes 87 peer-reviewed publications, with significant contributions appearing in The Lancet and Social Science and Medicine: Population Health. At OIBR’s annual meeting in October, Dr. Haider received a commemorative plaque and a $1,000 research fund in recognition of his outstanding work. Please join us in congratulating Dr. M. Rifat Haider on this well-deserved honor!

Owens Institute for Behavioral Research

Join us in welcoming Cindy Carmean to the College of Public Health! With over 20 years of leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, she is excited to work as a new clinical assistant professor and guide students in their career journeys. "I am deeply passionate about education and mentorship, and I am inspired by the opportunity to shape the future of the MHA program." #ugapublichealth #publichealthdawgs

We're looking forward to Former FEMA Administrator Brock Long's talk and visit next week. Make sure to join if you can!

A new study from the College of Public Health investigates the relationship between medical marijuana legalization and use during pregnancy. Lead researcher, Dr. Mohammad Rifat Haider states "Evidence shows that during pregnancy, marijuana use is detrimental for both mother and child.” #ugapublichealth #publichealthdawgs

Join us in welcoming Dr. Jacob "Jack" Harth to the College of Public Health! His research focuses on sensory function and its importance for neurological health and quality of life and his expertise lies with sensory psychophysics. "I am looking forward to establishing my research program and getting to share this research with others." https://lnkd.in/eTdV4Q-B

Get to know PhD candidate Emily Townsend, an outstanding public health student who is ready to make a difference. She is a Triple Dawg at the College of Public Health, and she spoke with us about her academic journey at UGA. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eSqpHFyE

Mark your calendars, and don't forget to RSVP. https://lnkd.in/eJb8jxVm

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