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.
Ask an Expert: Cost Containment in Health Care with David Howard
David Howard gives insights on Medicare payment reform, the effects of health policy on care delivery, and strategies for reducing health care spending.
Rollins Dean Recognized for Excellence in Epidemiology
Dani Fallin received the Wade Hampton Frost Lectureship award for excellence in epidemiologic research and scholarship.
Health Wanted: Longevity Science
This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow is looking at the field of longevity science to see how close we are to cheating death, and what’s still in the realm of fantasy.
New Admissions Program Gives Direct Path to Rollins for Emory College Students
Emory College undergraduate students now have a path for guaranteed admission to Emory’s Rollins School of Public Health.
Seven Questions with Public Health Leader Thomas R. Frieden
Dr. Thomas R. Frieden, former director of the CDC, shares advice with members of the Rollins community about his new book and building a healthier future.
Ending Greenhouse Gas Rules Could Harm Air Quality, Health
Jeremy Sarnat, ScD, offers insights into how air pollution affects health and the potential impacts of deregulation.
Health Wanted: The Black Death
This week on Health Wanted, we’re rounding out our month of Halloween horrors by talking about the original plague: the black death.
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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