Global
The Rollins School of Public Health offers exceptional global opportunities for students through initiatives like the Global Field Experience (GFE) Financial Award. This unique scholarship supports students in gaining hands-on, supervised field training that bridges classroom learning with real-world global health practice. Anchored by the mission of the Hubert Department of Global Health to improve health systems worldwide through research, teaching, and service, Rollins provides an ideal environment for students passionate about applying public health principles in diverse international settings.
Global Field Experience
The Global Field Experience (GFE) Financial Award is a unique scholarship offered by the Rollins School of Public Health. The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage students interested in global health to participate in supervised field training which will facilitate the transfer of classroom knowledge into practical experiences.
Our Global Practice Work In Action
Rollins Research Review: COVID-19 and Breast Cancer Therapy, Participatory Design Satisfaction, and Communication in Breastfeeding Care
In June, Rollins researchers published on person-centered care in breastfeeding, community participation in WASH interventions, and more.
PhD Student Improving End-of-Life, Chronic Disease Care
PhD Student Alex Soltoff's research centers on equitable and compassionate end-of-life care.
Health Wanted: Fourth of July
It’s time for summer fun! But before you head to your Fourth of July barbecue, make sure you know how to keep yourself safe and healthy. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest George McKeehan go over helpful safety tips for Fourth of July activities like swimming, spending time outside, and enjoying firework displays.
What You Should Know About This Week's Vaccine Meeting
Vaccine expert, Jodie Guest, discusses the ACIP's meeting this week and what it could mean for the future of vaccines in the U.S.
Study: Long-Term Exposure to Wildfire Smoke Increases Risk of Heart Failure
A new study led by researchers at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health found that long-term exposure to wildfire smoke increases the risk of heart failure, especially among women, older adults, and lower-income individuals.
Health Wanted: Health of Incarcerated People
This week on Health Wanted, learn about the state of health services for incarcerated people in the U.S., the decline in care, and how improving services could benefit public health.
Understanding Medicaid
Proposed Medicaid changes could have extensive consequences on Americans' health. Rollins researchers share insights.
Emory Researchers Provide PFAS Exposure Study Participants with Preliminary Findings
Researchers from Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health shared preliminary results of a PFAS exposure study with participants from northwest Georgia on Wednesday evening.
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