PHEC 424: Rethinking Public Health for a Connected World, With Allie Murphy

This episode marks the launch of our dynamic new series designed to answer one simple but crucial question: “What is Public Health?” This series was created to illuminate a field that is all too often misunderstood, undervalued, and underfunded. Inspiring leaders will join us to demystify public health by sharing their unique focus areas through compelling stories always in plain, engaging language with no heavy scientific jargon.

In this premiere episode, Dr. Huntley sits down with Allie Murphy, Masters of Public Health student at the University of Texas Medical Branch, to unpack the real meaning of public health in a globalized world. From the triumphs and challenges of infectious disease control to the essential role of empathy and collaboration, this conversation turns public health from an abstract concept into an accessible and actionable force for every community. Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered as we kick off a series committed to making public health relevant for everyone.

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