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.
Rollins, WABE Program “Health Wanted” Picked Up by National Distribution Network
Health Wanted, a weekly public health program collaboration between WABE and Rollins School of Public Health, is now available for distribution to public radio stations nationwide through a partnership with Pulitzer Prize-winning public media organization, PRX.
Opioid Monitoring Programs Linked to Increased Pain Reports in Older Adults, Study Finds
A new study shows that state policies requiring clinicians to check prescription drug monitoring databases before prescribing opioid pain relievers may be associated with increased pain among older adults
ACIP Changed Hepatitis B Birth Dose Recommendations. Now What?
The ACIP voted today not to universally recommend the hepatitis B vaccine at birth for babies born to mothers who tested negative for hepatitis B. This is a major change to U.S. vaccine recommendations.
Health Wanted: Health Insurance
Host Laurel Bristow gives an abridged explanation of health insurance in the U.S.
New Study Finds Significant Mental Health Care Gaps for Childhood Cancer Survivors
Childhood cancer survivors are not receiving the mental health care they need, according to a new study.
Delaying the Hep B Vaccine Will Hurt Our Health (and Our Wallets)
ACIP will vote on delaying the newborn dose of hepatitis B vaccine this week, which could have far-reaching consequences.
Study Finds Telemedicine Dramatically Improves Coverage of HIV Prevention Medication
A new study led by researchers at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health estimates that nearly 20% of U.S. residents who use pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention received their medication via telemedicine in 2024.
DrPH Concentrations Address Real-World Problems, Encourage Connection
Rollins has introduced the Applied AI and Data Translation and Leadership for Public Health Policy concentration to its fully online DrPH program, as well as two new concentration leads: Sarah Blake and Ramesh Manyam.
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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