A PLATFORM FOR POTENTIAL If you have an interest in population health, working side-by-side with community partners and health care providers, look no further. The need for public health professionals is on the rise and well-trained college graduates are needed to continue the work of communityidentified and community-participatory focused public health. There is ample evidence that health inequities are preventable. These needs create a variety of opportunities that await students in pursuit of long and productive careers in public health. Addressing Issues that Affect Us All Public health professionals are at the forefront of creating solutions to many of the world’s immediate health-related issues. Here are a few of the common issues or concerns public health professionals are focused on addressing today. •
Health equity
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Gun violence
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Social determinants of health
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Substance abuse
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Community health
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Nutrition
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Mental health
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Communicable disease
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Maternal and child health
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Infectious disease
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Reproductive and sexual health
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Chronic disease
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Health policy and management
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Global health
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Health communication and promotion
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Climate change on human health
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Lead contamination
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