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Charles Stewart Mott
Department of Public Health

College of Human Medicine

Charles Stewart Mott
Department of Public Health
College of Human Medicine

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Read about Dr. Jennifer Johnson’s impact on public health

A Spartan Transforming Public Health

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Not all public health researchers are fortunate enough to help build an academic department from the ground up, let alone have the full backing and partnership of community members along the way. But Jennifer Johnson is among those lucky few. At Michigan State University, she's part of a public health department that is fast becoming a national model for community-based participatory research and implementation that’s making a profound impact on the health of Michigan residents.

Dr. Connie Currier takes a selfie with MPH students in Ghana

Global Insights, Local Impact: How Cultural Competence Shapes Public Health Strategies

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Cultural competence is more than just a buzzword; it’s the essential skill of understanding, appreciating, and effectively interacting with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. But why is this so crucial for public health practitioners? Simply put, cultural competence ensures that health initiatives are not only respectful and relevant but also finely tuned to the unique needs of every community, paving the way for better health outcomes and greater social equity.

Kent Key and Steve Ondersma

Department Announces Newly Appointed Associate Chairs

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Flint is a national leader in community-based participatory research and has a long history of creating social justice change. In partnership with the Michigan State University Charles Stewart Mott Department of Public Health, Flint will continue to advocate for public health policy change locally, nationally, and internationally.

Dr. Mohamed Satti

Influenza A: Bird Flu (H5N1): What You Need to Know About the Virus that Causes the Bird Flu

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The H5N1 strain of avian influenza - or bird flu - was recently discovered in herds of diary cows across the United States, leading to the infection of a farm employee. Mohamed Satti, PhD, MSc, assistant professor in the College of Human Medicine's Master of Public Health program, explains what this means for the general public and discusses the virus's potential pandemic potential.

Dr. Jennifer Johnson

Providing Resources When People Need Them Most

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Warning: This story talks about suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, please call, text or chat the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. You matter. You are important.

According to Jennifer Johnson, C.S. Mott Endowed Professor of Public Health in MSU’s College of Human Medicine in Flint and Chief Translation Officer with the MSU Office of Health Sciences, suicide can be avoided with proper behavioral intervention. The key, of course, is to connect the right people with the right resources at the right time.

Dr. Kenyetta Dotson

Everybody is Somebody: Violence is a Public Health Issue

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Violence extends beyond the inner circle of relationships and affects all persons inside and outside of the family system, mentally, physically, and emotionally. The CDC puts it this way, “Living in a community experiencing violence increases the risk of chronic diseases, such as depression, high stress, anger, PTSD, and anxiety (cdc.gov).” However, when we live in safe communities where neighbors help each other, people are treated with kindness, dignity, and love. They are creating a sense of community where we all WIN.

Read "Cultivating a Supportive Breastfeeding Culture" by Gayle Shipp

Faculty Voice: Cultivating a Supportive Breastfeeding Culture

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Breastfeeding can be difficult. While women want to do the right thing (for themselves and their baby) and value the benefits received from breastfeeding, they are often left alone trying to navigate many obstacles related to and beyond simply breastfeeding.

Ideally, women would be supported throughout their pregnancy and postpartum – making their breastfeeding goals feasible. But this rarely occurs.

(Left to Right) Jim Ananich, Dick Sadler, Tiffany Ceja, Wayne McCullough, Jim Milanowski, Amy Saxe-Custack, Robey Shah

2023 Difference Makers Award Winners

The Charles Stewart Mott Department of Public Health Awards Committee is proud to announce the recipients of the inaugural Difference Makers awards. These awards recognize the hard work of faculty members, staff members, and community partners. 

Dr. Robert Wahl

Air Pollution’s Impact on the Health of Michiganders

Air pollutant exposures are associated with adverse birth outcomes and worsening symptoms of asthma, heart disease, and other chronic diseases. How can Michiganders track local forecasted air quality? Robert Wahl, DVM, MS, assistant professor in the College of Human Medicine’s Master of Public Health program, explains how.

Olivia Aspiras

Did You Know Girls and Boys Can Receive the HPV Vaccine?

The human papillomavirus or HPV vaccine is nearly 100% effective at preventing infection, and its ability to reduce the risk for HPV infections remains high even a decade after the initial vaccination. The vaccine reduces cervical cancer among women and prevents cancers likely caused by an HPV infection among men.

Read "Reimagining Equitable Access to Care for Diabetes"

Reimagining Equitable Access to Care for Diabetes

November 14 is World Diabetes Day, and November is American Diabetes Month.

During the global coronavirus pandemic, racial and ethnic minorities with diabetes and multiple chronic conditions had a difficult time accessing routine care. John M. Clements, assistant professor of public health in the College of Human Medicine, looks at three time periods during the pandemic to better understand trends in care, inform an equitable public health response, and improve access to care.

Article: Why Dr. Maji Hailemariam Debena trains Flint mothers to work with perinatal women

Faculty Voice: Why I Train Flint Mothers to Work With Perinatal Women

Content warning: This story talks about intimate partner violence. If you or someone you know needs help, please call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233). You matter. You are important. 

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