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Event Date: October 16, 2015 – 4:00pm – 5:30pm Location: College of Health and Human Services 3rd Floor Atrium Come and learn about these exciting programs! Master of Health Administration Master of Science in Public Health PhD in Public Health Sciences PSM in Health Informatics Graduate Certificates Public Health Core Concepts Community Health Health Informatics […]

While the results of new National Institutes of Health study on blood pressure management could help reduce cardiovascular disease and save lives, questions on the data and its implementation remain, according to one UNC Charlotte expert. The NIH research found targeting a lower blood pressure than previously recommended in high risk patients ages 50 and […]

UNC Charlotte and Gaston County are working together on an effort to protect and monitor a key portion of the county’s water supply. Funded by a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the “Healthy Wells” program will establish a public digital database of the county’s wells and promote the protection of private […]

A paper co-published by Public Health Sciences faculty is demonstrating the capability of new technology that allows in-depth analysis of health outcomes amongst different groups. Published in the American Journal of Preventative medicine, the research outlines a novel approach to studying public health data. The technology lets researchers look at distinct populations experiencing high levels […]

The Family Life Institute is a 2 week program focusing on reproductive health and adolescent sexuality for health educators. Pictured, MSPH students Charnele Walton (far left) and Kimberly Rodgers (far right), along with Dr. Terri Mitchell and Dr. Donna Breitenstein.

Dr. Sarah Laditka, Associate Professor of Public Health Sciences and Associate Professor of Public Policy, was featured on the Gerontological Society of America member spotlight, June 2015.

The former chair of Urban Health Policy at the University of Louisville School of Medicine is joining the College of Health and Human Services faculty. Winsor Schmidt will sign on at UNC Charlotte as the Metrolina Medical Foundation Distinguished Professor of Public Policy on Health. A licensed attorney and former law professor, Schmidt has taught […]

UNC Charlotte and a major healthcare data company have launched new technology that will help hospitals organize and analyze patient statistics. Community Focus is an automated, cloud-based software program developed by UNC Charlotte and Premier, Inc., as part of a partnership started last year. It will help health systems manage patient data at the community […]

The Department of Public Health Sciences is pleased to announce the launch of Moodle project pages for MHA and MSPH Internships. These pages provide information, resources, and examples for students planning their internship experience, or students currently completing their internship.

Kids in Parks is an intervention developed by the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation to promote the use of nature trails and to get families unplugged and outdoors. Dr Racine, Associate Professor, Corliss Allen, doctoral student, and David Sperry, Venture Director, in collaboration with the UNC Asheville NC Center for Health and Wellness have worked together […]