Career questions tagged public-health


Data Analyitcs Minor or Data Science Minor?
Hey! I recently got into the Global Public Health major at my school. I was wondering what the benefits of a minor in Data Science or Data Analytics are, and which one do you think would be more beneficial in order to work with Global health data and policy in the future? (p.s. Im also pre-med!)

How can I be a health professional who both serves my patients in their needs, while sharing my Christian faith throughout my practice ?
- High School Senior pursuing medicine and healthcare - Volunteers at church every Sunday in children's ministry - Has done two dermatology internships - Currently working at a med-spa - Equestrian and golfer - Interested in owning a practice and participating in medical missions trips

What are the main differences between Environmental Health Specialists and Environmental Health Officers? How do they compare in terms of job responsibilities, salary expectations, educational requirements, and work-life balance? Overall, are these careers worth considering??
I'm a senior in high school and I want to get my Bachelor's of Public Health during my undergraduate studies! I'm currently exploring future career options within Environmental Health and am trying to narrow down fields that are especially appealing to me. #Spring25

How can I gain experience in the field of public health during college? How do I find places to volunteer or get an internship??
Besides LinkedIn, where can you find opportunities to gain experience?

How to find work in Mental Health without degree? #Spring25
I am going to the school for MFT but I would like to gain experience ahead of time. What kind of job can I get and how?

How do you build rapport with patients as a registered dietitian?
I'm freshman studying dietetics and want to work as a clinical outpatient dietitian after school. I'm passionate about engaging in telehealth nutrition services and community outreach to improve public health.

What are some good options for an internship for Public Health degree?
Internship recommendations

What strategies do I use to assess the effectiveness of public health programs? #Spring 2025
I recently graduated with a BSc in Biology and is passionate about becoming an effective public health specialist where I can make an impact in the health sector of my country but still thinking about tips to be successful in my career. Thanks in advance as I await for assistant.

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?