Georgia and Beyond
The Rollins School of Public Health has benefited tremendously from the deep and enduring connections we’ve built with diverse communities across Georgia and throughout the United States.
Region IV Public Health Training Center
The Region IV Public Health Training Center (PHTC) helps build and sustain a skilled workforce with free learning tools and support designed to meet the unique needs of our region.
Emory Centers for Public Health Training and Technical Assistance
Emory Centers for Public Health Training and Technical Assistance (Emory Centers)works to advance the public health workforce community through education, training, and professional development.
Stories from Georgia and Beyond
From vibrant urban neighborhoods to dynamic and resilient rural regions, our partnerships have shaped our research, enriched our teaching, and grounded our practice in real-world experiences. By working hand-in-hand with local leaders, organizations, and public health practitioners, Rollins continues to grow its understanding of the unique challenges and strengths within each community. These relationships not only inform our efforts to advance health equity but also ensure that our solutions are inclusive, impactful, and responsive to the people and places we serve.
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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