We knew that change was inevitable. Recent executive orders by President Trump spark discussions about the future of public health (and health). Not all of these polices may ultimately be implemented or survive legal challenges. However, they offer a clear window into the administration's priorities and intent. From changes to health care access to the banning of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. These actions signal a shift in public health that could reshape health care,...
14 days ago • 7 min read
Public health has increased US life expectancy (by 25 years since 1900). Public health is a cheat-code for making everyone healthier. After years of wanting to be a physician, I came across a field of work that impacts the upstream factor of health - at a population level. That field is public health. Public health is important because it: Improves the health of populations Addresses root causes of health issues Focuses on prevention of disease rather treatment (Join early access waitlist for...
11 months ago • 6 min read
There are many transferable skills that can be learnt and developed to make you a competent public health professional no matter what career path you take. This is adding on to part 1 of transferable skills for public health students and professionals. Qualitative Research Skills Quantitative research skills are what allow public health practitioners to get information, insights, and knowledge from data that does not involve numbers. These skills are important for public health practitioners...
over 1 year ago • 6 min read
Are you graduating soon and wondering when to start applying to jobs? This is a common question and one I got at my last Public Health Happy Hour. This is an important aspect of your schooling career and still there is a lot of confusion about when you should start applying to jobs before graduating. I was able to secure the my post grad position a few months before graduating. This was possible because I started doing career research early in my journey I started putting on job alerts around...
over 1 year ago • 6 min read
Public health is a broad field. Thankfully for you, there are many transferable skills that can be learnt and developed to make you a competent public health professional no matter what path you take. That sounds important right? Cause who really knows where you will end up in public health. Here are some transferable skills you should work to develop. 1) Networking Though not traditionally considered a skill, given everything going on in public health and in the job market it has to go on...
over 1 year ago • 7 min read
46% of the governmental public health workforce left (between 2017 and 2019). The top reasons for leaving the public health workforce were: Pay - 46% Work overload/burnout - 41% Lack of opportunities for advancement - 40% Stress - 37% Organizational climate/culture - 37% In 2021, there was a 80,000 governmental public health workforce shortage. Public health workforce challenges continues to be a wicked problem. [Read this newsletter in article form] My Public Health Story I only found public...
over 1 year ago • 8 min read
Many of you may be in the process of job hunting currently. Though it can be daunting, staying confident during the job hunt is essential to present yourself in the best possible light and to eventually secure that job you want. Here are tips to stay confident during the job search process. Know Your strengths: Start by reflecting on your journey focusing on your strengths. Make a list of your skills, experiences, and accomplishments. Knowing that you are capable of greatness and coming back...
over 1 year ago • 5 min read
We stand in an interesting pivot point for the US. Student Loan Forgiveness and Affirmative Action have suffered significant blows from the Supreme Court. This underscores the uphill battle we face as a country to ensure equitable systems and policies are in place. Who are the Supreme Court? The Supreme Court is the highest court in the land and the only part of the federal judiciary required by the Constitution. It consists of nine Justices, including one Chief Justice. All Justices are...
over 1 year ago • 4 min read
What connection does public health have to the titanic submarine 🤔? It shows the disconnection of our society and it is fascination with wealth over marginalized. You probably have heard about the titanic submarine by now. But if you didn't let me give you a TLDR to catch you up. A five person "submarine" voyaged to explore the Titanic Four passengers paid $250,000 each for this voyage (yes, a total of a million dollars 👀) Two passengers were Billionaires, one was crew member, the other two...
over 1 year ago • 5 min read