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🎓 Reflecting on my MSc journey 🌟 As I step into my final term at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, U. of London in MSc Control of Infectious Diseases , I can't help but reminisce about the day I received that life-changing letter of offer from my dream university. It feels like yesterday when I was grappling with rejection letters, unsure career paths, and battling imposter syndrome. But here I am, 8 months into this incredible journey, profoundly grateful for every twist and turn that led me to make the decision to move thousands of miles away from home. The lessons learned, the growth experienced, and the friendships forged have been nothing short of transformative. Being surrounded by some of the finest minds in public health research and academia has been awe-inspiring. Each day, learning alongside peers from diverse corners of the globe, I'm reminded of the power of collective knowledge and shared experiences. As I look forward to my next challenge, I am excited to embark on my biggest research project yet: exploring the burden of pediatric schistosomiasis in Senegal through the use of spatial techniques, to help inform implementation of the new formulation of pediatric praziquantel. It's an ambitious endeavor, but one I am eager to undertake collaborating with my incredible supervisors. Here's to embracing every opportunity, overcoming every challenge, and continuing to grow as both an individual and a scholar. The journey thus far has been extraordinary, and I can't wait to see where it takes me next. #PublicHealth #MScJourney #LSHTM #InfectiousDiseases #Research #Dissertation #Epidemiology

Professor Ichiro Kawachi, a renowned social epidemiologist from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, visited my hometown! He came all the way from the U.S. to deliver a lecture as he was impressed by the Evidence-Based Policy Making (EBPM) initiatives on "Children's Health and Social Inequalities," which are being implemented by Adachi city in Tokyo in collaboration with Professor Fujiwara's team from Institute of Science Tokyo. Surprisingly, the event took place just a 3-minute walk from my home! Professor Kawachi’s presentation highlighted the critical role of early learning experiences that foster self-control and self-esteem, addressing economic disparities, and promoting social capital—such as social participation and trust in society—as key factors in improving children's health. I found the latest findings from the Adachi research incredibly insightful. One fascinating concept discussed was "family social capital," which revolves around whether a family provides a sense of security. This concept links directly to parents' working conditions, workplace stress, and interpersonal relationships. It was inspiring to learn how improving children's health involves efforts at multiple levels—individuals, companies, and society as a whole. As a resident, I also gained a deeper understanding of Adachi City's comprehensive approach to childcare, health, and education policies. It was both educational and inspiring! #harvard #socialepidemiology #epidemiology #ebpm

Public Health Core Competencies - Public health reflects what we as a society could do to remain health. Simply, the core function of Public health is characterized as assessment ( epidemiology and biostatistics), policy (formulation, implementation and evaluation-behavioral abc social science, Heath policy and management) and assurance ( essential pubic health services ( public health care development (immunization,disease screening ), implementation and evaluation). This Basics of Public Health Core Competencies materials below, simply describes these core functions of Public Health, with significant examples, and the application of these inititives and explanation in Certified Public Heath as well as pubic Heath training and mentoring . Since epigenomic determinants of Heath (EDH) is not reflected in this publication, the Jones and Bartlett Publishers is anticipating a second edition of this book soon. The SPH and public health program (PHP) with passion and commitment in epigenomic public health, especially HBUC are welcome to contact the author for their advancement in this direction! The main focus of pubic heath improvement remains assessment core function prior to policy and assurance . With respect to Public Heath improvement at any subpoplation, if we are unable to identify ( epidemiology and biostatistics as well as environmental sciences ) , we are unable to rectify ( policy and assurance ) .

The application cycle opens very soon. It’s time to hear directly from those who know how the decisions are made. As usual, the Scholar’s Table will bring you engaging episodes on graduate school applications, and our first episode will focus on the PhD application process, from cold emails to securing funding. → Our guest, Aisha S. Dickerson, PhD Assistant Professor at the Department of Epidemiology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, will share her invaluable experience and tips. → Learn how to reach out to potential advisors effectively. → Understand what faculty look for in a PhD candidate. → Get strategies for crafting compelling cold emails that get noticed. → Discover how to personalize your outreach and make a strong first impression. → Find out what to include and what to avoid in your emails. → Explore various funding opportunities available to PhD applicants. ——————— What questions do you want me to ask our guest? Make sure to #subscribe to the channel and turn on notifications so you don’t miss out on the episode. Subscribe here ⏎ https://lnkd.in/e97M8xqZ You won’t want to miss this opportunity, especially if you aim to make the most of this upcoming application cycle. Stay tuned! ♻️Share with your Network Cc: Samson Ogunleye, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health #graduateschool #studyabroad #mentorship

My LinkedIn rewind ⏮️ From responding to global health threats to pursuing a PhD in Health Data Sciences, 2024 reinforced what field epidemiology has always taught me: collaboration is essential to protecting public health. This year showed how connecting across borders and disciplines multiplies our impact: - Contributed to global AMR awareness through NAP AMR Course at Fondation Mérieux - Advanced diagnostic stewardship through NiCaDe project in Nigeria - Started PhD journey at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin - Strengthened field epidemiology training programs as faculty - Expanded ISID's reach through Emerging Leader initiatives Three posts that captured our collective progress: "Field Epidemiologists Assemble!" On why collaboration isn't optional: "Collaboration is not just a nice thing to have; it is essential to staying adaptable in a rapidly changing environment." https://lnkd.in/dbNK6jnq "World Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2024" Using Yoruba storytelling to illustrate global challenges: "We are living in the 'microbe's world.' Without collaboration, it will overwhelm health systems, economies, and livelihoods everywhere." https://lnkd.in/dg3fQ_7W "PhD Journey Begins" On continuous learning in public health: "Looking forward to learning more about epidemiology and data." https://lnkd.in/dJivdqFk Looking ahead: My focus remains on strengthening global health security through data-driven approaches and international collaboration. As I continue my PhD journey, I'm committed to building bridges between research and policy . To every field epidemiologist, researcher, and public health professional working to protect communities: our collective strength lies in our ability to work together. The challenges ahead require all of us. #GlobalHealth #OneHealth #PublicHealth #AMR #FieldEpidemiology

Want to join the next generation of #globalhealth leaders? LSHTM is offering two in-person short courses at our MRC Unit in The Gambia, designed to advance your skills in public health. Our specialised and interdisciplinary programmes will give you the skills and training to make valuable contributions to health worldwide. These in-person courses will take place at the Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine in Fajara. Essentials of Clinical Trials Learn the core principles of Randomised Clinical Trials with this intensive course allowing you to deepen your knowledge in trial design, conduct, analysis and reporting. The course is relevant to anyone who'd like to gain an understanding of the rigorous evaluation of interventions in health care, including clinical research professionals, research managers, statisticians and other scientists with an interest in clinical trials. Running 24 - 28 Feb 2025. Learn more & apply 👉 bit.ly/3PNaKSu Introduction to Epidemiology & Medical Statistics Gain important skills in epidemiological research which are vital for assessing health effects in populations and are used to optimise disease surveillance, facilitate outbreak investigation and provide vital evidence for the evaluation of changes in health policy. Develop your expertise in epidemiological studies and the statistical methods that form the foundation of public health research. Running 27 Jan - 14 Feb 2025. Learn more & apply 👉 bit.ly/3TzTQGc #PublicHealth #Study #GlobalHealth #ClinicalTrials

Pursuing a Master’s in Public Health at Texila American University (TAU): Your Path to Global Career Opportunities Watch full: https://lnkd.in/ggSY8HdK Know More: https://lnkd.in/gTg2Y8zk Unlock your potential in public health with a Master’s in Public Health from Texila American University. This video explores the global career opportunities, flexible online learning, and impactful specializations like Epidemiology and Global Health offered by TAU. Hear from students, discover program highlights, and see how an MPH from TAU equips you to make a lasting difference in underserved communities worldwide. Take the first step toward your global public health career today! #globalhealth #globalcareers #flexibleLearning #RecognizedQualification #masterinpublichealth #TexilaAmericanUniversity #PublicHealthCareers #StudyAtTAU #GlobalOpportunities

Excited to share our newly published study! After months of rigorous review, our article has been published in one of the most prestigious journals in public health. It’s now available online for free. The project is a remarkable example of interdisciplinary collaboration, involving experts in epidemiology, health policy analysis, OBGYN, environmental health policy, GIS analysis, internal medicine, and vascular surgery. In our research, we utilized the Distressed Communities Index to assess neighborhood poverty, categorizing neighborhoods into five quintiles. The lowest quintile represented the wealthiest neighborhoods, while the highest quintile represented those with the highest levels of poverty. Our objective was to determine whether there is an independent association between neighborhood poverty and the risk of emergency department (ED) visits among asthma patients. We hypothesized that frequent ED visits could indicate suboptimal care, increased complications, and worse outcomes for these patients. Our findings revealed a substantial association between neighborhood poverty and the risk of frequent ED visits for asthma patients. Interestingly, this risk was stronger than that posed by traditional factors such as environmental pollution and socioeconomic status! https://lnkd.in/gnTyJtPC

The CCCQ network is currently compiling a Special Issue on Quality of Care for Chronic Conditions with the Global Health Action Journal. Find out more on how to publish Special Issues on Tuesday, with Dr Jennifer Stewart Williams. Dr Stewart Williams’ career began in Australia, where she worked in economics, public policy development, and health services research. She holds a PhD in Epidemiology and Biostatistics from the University of Newcastle, Australia. Her interest in global health was sparked during my time at the World Health Organization in Geneva, where I spent blocks of time between 2010 and 2013. In 2014,Jenny joined the Department of Epidemiology and Global Health at Umeå University, Sweden, as a researcher and lecturer. During this time, she became acquainted with Global Health Action, a relatively new journal co-owned by Umeå University and Taylor & Francis. Early in 2014, she was invited to assist with basic editorial tasks for the journal, and he involvement has grown since then. Jenny now works remotely from Sydney, Australia, as the Executive Editor of Global Health Action.