What does “applied” mean in applied public health?
It’s more than a buzzword — it’s about turning knowledge into action, working with communities, and creating real‑world impact.
Our latest blog breaks it down:
✔️ What applied public health really is
✔️ The skills students build
✔️ How it leads to meaningful careers
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Inspiring the next generation of scientists ✨
Dr. Angela Bermúdez‑Millán, PhD, MPH took the stage as the keynote speaker at the 63rd CT High School Science & Humanities Symposium at UConn Health, sharing how research in public health nutrition can drive real‑world change—from addressing food insecurity to improving community health outcomes.
We’re proud to spotlight leadership that connects science, equity, and impact.
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The UConn Departments of Public Health Sciences and Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills invite students from all majors to connect over lunch while discussing current public health topics and exploring future career paths.
Thursday, April 2nd from 12:00pm to 2:00pm in Room HTB 216
đź“Ť Lunch and drinks provided
🤝 Meet students interested in health careers
đź’ˇ Learn about public health pathways and graduate school
All students welcome.
Register here:https://shorturl.at/vezGv
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đź©ş Public health begins with what we cultivate.
At the 2026 CPHA Conference, our Department of Public Health Sciences brought the theme People. Purpose. Progress. to life—sharing seed packets, a faculty‑created garden‑to‑table cookbook, and powerful research from our students, alumni, and faculty. From poster presentations to community connection, PHS was proud to be strongly represented throughout the conference.
🎥 Watch the highlights in our latest video and don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay connected to the work shaping healthier communities.
Link in our bio or visit here: https://youtu.be/hOnfqR07f9s
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🌱 Public Health in Action at the 2026 CPHA Annual Conference
The Connecticut Public Health Association (CPHA) held its Annual Conference on Tuesday, March 10, at the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford. This year’s theme was entitled: Public Health Matters: People. Purpose. Progress. This highlighted how public health grows from the collective actions we take to support healthier communities.
Reflecting that theme, the Department of Public Health Sciences distributed a garden‑to‑table cookbook paired with seed packets. Attendees were able to get a bag with a seed starter kit, an assortment of seeds, and the cookbook. The idea was simple but powerful: public health begins with what we cultivate – literally and figuratively. Planting seeds mirrors the work of public health professionals who invest in people, nurture community well‑being, and help progress take root. The cookbook, featuring recipes from our faculty inspired by the very seeds shared with attendees, underscored how everyday choices around food, environment, and community shape healthier lives.
The department was strongly represented throughout the conference. Ten public health students presented a total of 14 posters, joined by MPH alumni and a current MPH student who delivered an oral presentation. Faculty and departmental researchers also contributed to the program, offering a range of presentations that provided valuable public health insights to the community.
To learn more about the conference, click the link in our bio
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New national data shows a troubling public health trend: teens are sleeping less than ever before. More than half now report getting under 5 hours of sleep per night, a level linked to mental health challenges, impaired learning, and long‑term physical health risks.
Researchers in our department, along with those from UConn and the CDC, highlight societal factors—such as school schedules and evening obligations—as significant contributors. Tackling this crisis will necessitate solutions at the population level, rather than focusing solely on individual behavior change.
Read the full article here: https://today.uconn.edu/2026/03/how-much-sleep-do-teens-get-six-seven-hours/
Priya Sandhya Prakash is a PhD student whose work centers on maternal and child health, reproductive health, and the social and structural factors that shape health outcomes. She holds a B.S. in Allied Health Sciences and an MPH in Epidemiology from UConn, where she developed a strong foundation in quantitative methods and population health research.
Priya’s current work focuses on understanding how social determinants influence maternal and child health, with the goal of informing policies and programs that support healthier communities. Her commitment to advancing equitable health outcomes is reflected throughout her academic and research journey.
If you are a current student and would like to be featured on our student profile page, please reach out to publichealth@uchc.edu for details on how to participate.
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We loved spending time with UConn Hartford students this week! Over snacks and trivia, Julia, Mahir, and Taline shared stories from the world of public health, including how it prevents illness, promotes equity, and empowers future leaders.
Missed our table? We will be at UConn Waterbury next week on Thursday, March 12 from 12 to 2 in the lobby. Stop by for conversation and snacks!
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