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How Do Mobile Health Clinics Improve Access to Health Care?
- Public Health
Mobile health clinics offer accessible, affordable healthcare to underserved populations, reducing disparities and costs. They provide various services, adapted during COVID-19 for testing and telehealth, proving vital for equitable health access.
Black Americans Must Overcome Mistrust of Vaccines, Urges Dean Thomas LaVeist
- Public Health
Despite widespread vaccine availability, disparities persist for Black Americans due to systemic inequities and mistrust. Creative community-based approaches and the urging of Black health professionals are key to overcoming these barriers and ensuring equitable vaccination.
Protecting Public Health in Extraordinary Times: A Conversation With Dr. Stephen Murphy
- Public Health
Dr. Stephen Murphy's career in public health emergency preparedness was shaped by 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina. He has worked on disaster resilience and response, teaching at Tulane. The 2020 hurricane season and COVID-19 highlighted challenges in public health response and communication.
Tips for Working Full Time and Going to School: Managing Your Workload
- Public Health
Successfully balancing full-time work and graduate school requires strategic planning, time management, and productivity optimization. Benefits include saving money, potential tuition reimbursement, and increased future earnings. Effective communication, prioritizing tasks, and self-care are crucial for managing stress and achieving academic and professional success.
MPH vs. MHA: Which Degree Is Right for You?
- Public Health
An MPH focuses on public health issues and social determinants of health. An MHA emphasizes the business and management aspects of healthcare organizations. Both degrees prepare individuals for careers in the health field, with differing specializations and work environments.
Earning a World-Class Degree From the “Middle of Nowhere”: A Conversation With Online MPH Student Allie Cheek
- Public Health
Allie Cheek, a Tulane Online MPH student, found an ideal program despite living remotely. Online learning offered flexibility, accessibility due to health issues, and access to a top-ranked university, enabling her to pursue her passion for geriatric health.
“The Time to Be in Public Health”: A Conversation With Online MPH Student Leah Cross
- Public Health
Leah Cross, an online MPH student at Tulane, feels now is the right time to pursue public health. She aims to influence health policy on Capitol Hill, inspired by her professors and the supportive student community.
COVID-19 and Vaccines: Dean Thomas LaVeist Discusses Rollout and Case Numbers With the News Media
- Public Health
Despite vaccine rollouts, COVID-19 cases surged due to decreased adherence to safety guidelines and a strained public health infrastructure. A bolder federal approach may expedite vaccinations, but ensuring timely second doses is crucial to prevent vaccine-resistant mutations.
What Can You Do with an MHA? 5 Healthcare Administration Careers
- Public Health
The US faces a growing demand for healthcare professionals, including administrators, managers, and consultants. These roles are crucial for efficient and quality patient care, with strong job outlooks and competitive salaries. Advanced degrees are often recommended.
How to Improve Cultural Competence in Health Care
- Public Health
Cultural competence in healthcare addresses disparities by tailoring care to diverse patient backgrounds, fostering trust, improving outcomes, and enhancing patient experiences. It involves ongoing education, diverse teams, and accessible services.