Georgia
Our location in Atlanta allows us to be an effective partner with local and global public health organizations based in our city and across all of Georgia.
Our Work in Georgia
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 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.
Emory Clinical Trial to Test Potential Ways to Remove PFAS from Humans’ Bodies
Researchers from Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health announced a new clinical trial Tuesday that will be one of the first large-scale trials to test a way to medically remove the dangerous PFAS chemicals from a person's body,
Communities Learn to Harness the Power of Data for Environmental Action
The HERCULES Exposome Research Center's Community Data Workshops help community members use data to improve environmental health in their neighborhoods.
Poll Shows Georgia Parents Still Strongly Support Childhood Vaccines Despite Shifts in Federal Recommendations
A new poll out of the Rollins School of Public Health reveals Georgia parents still support childhood vaccination, including the hepatitis B birth dose. This conflicts with ACIP vaccine recommendations.
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.
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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