Career questions tagged public-health


Hello, I am a dental assistant in the state of Texas and an overseas dentist. I was wondering doing Masters program in public health would benefit my career in long run?
Hello, I am a dental assistant in the state of Texas and an overseas dentist. I was wondering doing Masters program in public health would benefit my career in long run?

Which school would be a good fit for me??
I have always wanted to major in neuroscience because I love learning about the brain. However, as I learned more about the area of study, I found out that I was interested in a lot of things surrounding mental illness: medicine, pharmacology, public health, and law (forensics). What are some schools that will allow me to learn more about all these subjects? I am aiming for the top schools. I would really appreciate your help!

How to become a health inspector?
Tell us everything we need to know to become a health inspector! Note: Given the growing interest in the public health field, we're inviting our experienced professionals to share their knowledge.

How to become an epidemiologist?
Lend your expertise: what does it take to become an epidemiologist? Note: Given the growing interest in the public health field, we're inviting our experienced professionals to share their knowledge.

How do you know what type of epidemiologist to become?
I’m in middle school and I’ve wanted to be an epidemiologist for a long time. I’ve spent a lot of time looking up random pathogens, and going down rabbit holes. I’m asking because there’s a lot of different types, and I don’t know which one would suit me the best.

1) How do you know if public health is for you? 2) Is it a low-stress job with high demand? 3) What will be the best minor option to pair up with a public health major? 4) what type of careers are there in public health?
I am a senior in high school and narrowed down to 2 possible career paths to focus on in college. Thank you!

What are the qualities to possess, to be a good dietician?
I am currently majoring in NUTRITION and Dietetics, i want to know what qualities to possess to become a good one.

Can someone with a degree in public health become a pediatrician ?
I am a first year student studying public health but I will like to be a paediatrician

What programs intersect with ecology, marine biology, neuroscience, and public health?
Hi! I'm researching graduate programs and am looking to focus on ecology, neuroscience, and public health. I would love, for example, to study the brain of a specific animal and translate the findings into implications for public health and climate change. My bachelor's is in public health and I'm very interested in merging ecological sciences in the near future. If anyone has any leads as to where this intersection may lie, I would love to hear about it!

How to start a mobile clinic for skin cancer screening for low income communities?
I have an idea in mind but not sure how to start. Like how do I gather a team of volunteers, partner with local clinics, gather funding, etc?

What types of internships/jobs can I get as a Public Health Graduate ?
I am a recent graduate from SBU with a BS in health science and a concentration in public health. In the future I want to get my masters but for now what are my options for internships/jobs? I want to work within the field as an entry level to really get an idea. Thankyou!

Any recommendations on how I can start a humanitarian aid organization?
Do you have any recommendations on how to start a humanitarian aid organization

What are the requirements to be accepted into grad school for a masters in Public Health?
Preferably at Michigan State University but general requirement info is welcomed!

What is the current outlook on Healthcare nowadays?
I am a high school senior

How has COVID impacted the Public Health landscape?
Specifically infectious diseases! This is part of our professionals series where pros ask students they wish they saw students asking

As a Public Health professional, what do you do? What does your day-to-day look like?
This is part of our professionals series where pros share questions they wish students were asking

How to manage my anxiety and stress levels ?
How to manage my mental health and physical health

How can I get research experience for public health??
I would like to gain experience conducting and presenting research for minority health, but I am open to general public health research, but my school does not offer research opportunities.

Would a job in epidemiology be a good career?
For example, is it an in high demand career? Also, what are the benefits and disadvantages of it?

Do you still get time for yourself?
Hello! My name is Ernesto and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in the forensics science field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of 4 questions. Comment on this post, answering all 4 questions to be apart of my assignment. 1.) Has this career mentally impacted you? 2.) What is your favorite thing about this job? 3.) Do you still get time for yourself? 4.) Why did you choose this profession?

Will public health be a good career path for me as a graduate of human anatomy?
I am writing my final exams currently to graduate with a degree in Human Anatomy and there is great confusion within me, personally I love public health practice but again I am feeling I won't be accepted there because I have no medical degree i.e Mbbs degree, but that's what I want to do I want to build a great career in public health, and also it looks as if there are no public health opportunities in Nigeria, please I need help professionals here should help my confused state please.

Public Health or Biochemistry?
I'm an incoming college freshman, and I'm debating whether I should major in public health or biochemistry as a pre-med student. What are the advantages and disadvantages of both majors in preparation for medical school and other healthcare careers or graduate school paths?

How do I find someone who would be willing to mentor a medical student?
I am a current medical student, looking for a mentor. I'm very dedicated, passionate, energetic, and always looking for ways to become more knowledgeable. My main interests are Surgery, Cardiothoracic surgery, Cardiology, and Public/Global health. Is there anyone interested in mentoring me, or knows anyone who may be interested in mentoring me? I am also available for remote mentoring.

Can a public health degree be helpful to get into medical school?
I currently am majoring in public health but my goal is to become a dermatologist and for that I need to go to medical school but I'm not sure if the route I am taking is good so I just would like some advice.

Remote Job Search
What is the best way to search for remote jobs for Nutrition and Dietetics graduates who do not have an RD license? Preferably in the field of nutrition education, public health, and research.

What are some good pointers for someone looking to get into the dietetics field?
What are some good pointers for someone looking to get into the dietetics field? Looking for things to grow outside the education aspect.

Healthcare career counseling
I am a public health major, expecting to graduate in Spring 2023. I want to get experience in the health field and am interested in health information management. Some classes I enjoyed are epidemiology, health economics, environmental health, and health communication. What are some career paths in public health? How to work in the health information management field? What are some internship and entry-level opportunities for healthcare? What is the job of an epidemiologist like? What kind of work does a program manager do?

What are some passion project ideas that a student interested in the health field can do?
I'm passionate about arts and health. I've already done a passion project for art, which was curating and sponsoring a teen-art gallery to support a non-profit. Not only that, but I've done some volunteering at hospitals and Red Cross, which has been great so far. What are some ideas for a health-related project.

Is a Google data analytics certificate in college worth it?
I am an upcoming senior majoring with a B.A in public health and needing some advice / opinions on possibly pursuing a Google certificate over the summer. My original plan was to obtain an internship/ volunteer opportunity to build some experience, but I have not at all. Career wise I have been looking into possibly pursuing health administration, environmental health and safety, or even data analytics or program manager positions in the future. But, I really dont know since public health is such a broad field. With all that being said I was wondering if completing a Google certificate in data analytics would be worth it even if I dont end up going into that exact field. My thought process is maybe having that knowledge of data entry could help my resume for other fields. I just want an opinion on whether it is a smart choice or if I should focus my time elsewhere. Thank you!

MPH or MSOT? I have been struggling with deciding if I should pursue a MPH or a masters of science in Occupational Therapy?
I am very indecisive, especially when it comes to choose a career and one that pays well. I was leaning towards a MPH however Occupational Therapy has been in my head lately also because I feel as I am going to be " licensed" or " qualified" and I will always find a job easily, compared to a MPH, while the jobs are endless with a MPH I can't help but to think that I'll just be working in an office all day typing and doing paperwork. :( help will be deeply appreciated. #career #occupational-therapy #medicine #career #physical-therapy #public-health #medical #mph