In Atlanta
Our location in Atlanta allows us to be an effective partner with local and global public health organizations based in our city.
Our Work in Atlanta
At the Rollins School of Public Health, partnerships with communities across Atlanta and Georgia are at the heart of its mission to advance health equity. Rollins collaborates deeply with local organizations, neighborhood leaders, and public health agencies to co-create solutions that address real-world challenges—from chronic disease prevention to emergency response. These partnerships are rooted in mutual respect, trust, and a shared commitment to justice and inclusion. Through initiatives like Rollins Earn and Learn (REAL) and community-engaged research, Rollins ensures that its work not only benefits communities but is shaped by them—amplifying local voices and driving lasting, equitable impact.
Health Wanted: Zombies
This week on Health Wanted Laurel investigates the medical origins, and possible explanations, for zombies.
Karen Hacker Named Inaugural Policy Fellow in Residence at Rollins
Karen Hacker, MD, has been named the inaugural Policy Fellow in Residence at Rollins.
The Research on Conversion Therapy and Public Mental Health
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments today about a case involving conversion therapy. Public health research has shown this therapy to be ineffective and to increase the risk of suicide, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and heart disease.
Study Shows Private Equity-Owned Hospices Report Highest Profits, Lowest Spending on Patient Care
A study from PhD student Alex Soltoff and colleagues finds that private equity-owned hospices report the highest profit margins while spending the least on direct patient care compared with other ownership models.
Corliss Heath, PhD, Wins the 2024-2025 Distinguished Achievement Award
Rollins alumna Corliss Heath, PhD, has transformed the field of public health through her interdisciplinary expertise, community-rooted leadership, and unwavering commitment to health equity.
Matthew McCurdy Wins the 2024-2025 Matthew Lee Girvin Award
Matthew McCurdy, a 2016 alum, is dedicated to advancing health care for all.
Maternal and Child Health Center of Excellence to Expand Initiatives with New Grant
The Maternal and Child Health Center of Excellence has received a five-year grant renewal from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to expand strategic initiatives.
Local Practice Work and Our Strategic Plan
Explore our five-year strategic plan to learn how we infuse practice and partnerships throughout all we do and ensure our work is grounded in community needs.
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