Public Health is an interdisciplinary field of study and practice with three primary goals: address pressing and emerging threats to health and well-being; prevent illness, disease and injury; and promote and protect human health.
In achieving these goals, public health emphasizes social justice, supports human rights and respects the dignity of individuals and the integrity of communities.
The Jefferson College of Population Health (JCPH) offers a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree, which is nationally accredited through the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). Students develop competencies in several key public health areas: health behavior and social sciences, biostatistics, environmental health, epidemiology, policy and advocacy, program planning, implementation and evaluation, and others. The interdisciplinary curriculum stresses leadership skills, systems thinking, health communication, global health, and cultural humility and competency.
Learn more about the program here.
Submissions from 2024
United States Preconception Health Interventions to Address Maternal Mortality and Morbidity in African American Adults: A Rapid Review, Adrienne Asihenne
Healthcare Access and Utilizations Among U.S. Citizens and Non-Citizens: Exploring the National Health Interview Survey, Seong Eun Cho
Bringing Transparency to Medicaid Reimbursement: A Policy Proposal, Cini Varughese, MSPT
Mental Health, Loneliness and Suicidal Ideation: Exploring the Healthy Minds Survey at Jefferson, Xiaoke Wang, PhD
Timing of Initiation of Therapeutic Hypothermia for Neonatal Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy: A Pulblic Health Perspective, Priya Mishra, MD
Addressing Maternal Mortality for Mothers Racialized as Non-Hispanic Black/African American (NHB/AA): A Rapid Review, Mowasetoluwa J. Adesanya
Effective Interventions to Increase Clinical Trial Participation Among Racial and Ethnic Minorities: A Rapid Review, Tolulope Aloba
Development of an Activity Book Supplementing the Life-Skills Education Provided by Safe-Hub Philadelphia, Kylie Buck
Impact of Psychosocial and Cultural Factors on the Prevalence of Dementia in Asian Populations: A Rapid Review of the Literature, Shrinidhi Dandibhotla
Rapid Review: Mental Health Self-Stigma Reduction Interventions for Undergraduate Students, Dominique Dyer, MS
Experiences of Patient-Provider Communication Among Women Racialized as Non-Hispanic Black/African-American During the Perinatal Period: A Rapid Review, Brooklyn Gabriel
Harm Reduction: A Toolbox for PA Professionals, Ahsley Harwood, Sierra Legeer, and Rachael Seltzer
Epidemiology of Seafood Poisoning Outbreaks in the United States 2001-2021, Andrew Huff, LSW
Will it Stick? An Analysis of Community Reflections from the Unhoused: Personal Stories and Public Health Exhibit, Flynn Jones
Asthma Disparities in the Age of Biologics, Mark Mallozzi, MD
Best Practices for Implementing Distress Screening for Cancer Patients: A Rapid Review of the Literature, Emma Markley
Evaluating Tools that Assist Seniors in Selecting Medicare Part D Plans: A Rapid Review of the Literature, Madison Milanovich
Hypertension Management Among Newcomers in the United States: A Rapid Systematic Review, Ayolola Oguntuase
Rapid Scoping Review Exploring Education of Decolonization of Global Health, Quinn Plunkett
Enhancing Eye Health Literacy in Liberia: The Role of Patient Health Education Materials, Anza Rizvi
Patterns and Implications of Traditional Eye Treatments in Liberia: A Retrospective Clinic Study, Fatima Rizvi
PULSE: Pregnancy of Unknown Location: Study of Patient Experiences, Zahava Rubin Shimshi
The Synergy of Dual Degrees: Evaluating Medical Degree/MPH Experience, Michael Sangobiyi
Common Concerns, Treatment Preferences, and Lived Experiences of Individuals with Hepatitis B, Shruti Sirapu
Potency and Purity Concerns in Unregulated Hemp Products: A Rapid Review to Inform Public Safety, Andrea Sparr-Jaswa
State-Level Child Tax Credits and Quality-of-Life: A Policy Analysis Utilizing BRFSS Data, Mary Stettheimer, MSS
Understanding Physician Suicide: A Modified Scoping Review of Personal Narratives, Candice Tate
Evaluating the Impact of Barriers to Mental Healthcare Access on Maternal and Birth Outcomes among Black Women in the United States, Nazaarah Abdul-Aziz
Talking Headaches: Conversations with Migraine Patient Providers, Danielle N. Albaciete
Adolescent Adherence to Asthma Medication through Smartphone Interventions: A Review, Mervin M. Alexander
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Mental Health Services for Incarcerated People with History of Substance Abuse in the US, Ewaoluwa Awogbami
Assessing Student Risk Perceptions of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances in Philadelphia: A Pre- and Post-Educational Intervention Study, Madison L. Bright
Interventions to Achieve Permanent Housing for U.S. Veterans Experiencing Homelessness: A Rapid Systematic Review, Elena Burtis
Knowledge and Perspectives Towards Breastfeeding and Breastfeeding Educational Interventions Among Adolescents: A Qualitative Study, Katherine Cushman
The Quality-of-Life among Caregivers of Adult Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Patients, Jennifer Duff
Patient Perception and Understanding of Radiology Reports in the Time of Online Patient Portals, Aidan Farrell
Limitations on Youth Access to Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, Oreoluwa James
Quality Improvement Assessment on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives in US Medical Schools, Munifa King
The Impact of COVID-19 on the Health Outcomes of Mothers Who are Racialized as Black (MRB): A Rapid Scoping Review, Mikaela Kristo
Discharge Trends for Patients with Substance Use Disorder in Southeast Pennsylvania Hospitals (2017-2023), Stephanie Lin
Risk Factors Associated with Long-term Mortality in Previously Hospitalized Community Acquired Pneumonia Patients: A Rapid Systematic Review, Divya Mudundi, MBBS
Utilizing GIS Mapping Technology to Visualize Vision Zeros Impact Towards Biking Safety in Philadelphia, Tito Olojo-Kosoko
Effect of Periodontal Treatment on Cardiovascular Diseases: A Rapid Systematic Review, Keerthana Osuri, BDS
Non-Addictive Alternatives to Prescribing Opioids for Low Back Pain: A Rapid Systematic Review, Karlie Volz
Submissions from 2023
Application of AI in the Management of Depression and Bipolar Disorder: A Rapid Review, Daljinder Bhangoo
“No Tears or Brain Words”: A Case Report on Single-Session Dance/Movement Therapy for Individuals with Schizophrenia, Jacelyn Biondo
Exploring the Impact of the Indian Health Service on American Indian and Alaskan Native Health Disparities: A Rapid Systematic Review, Alexa Hoffman
Effect of Extreme Heat from Climate Change on Childhood Asthma: A Rapid Scoping Review, Jenny Hourihan
Shedding Light on Wellbeing: An Analysis of Dynamic Light-Based Art’s Impact on Community Perspectives and Its Potential Role in Healthcare Settings, Julianna LeNoir
Hurricanes and Food Insecurity A Rapid Literature Review: A Perfect Storm, Where Can People Turn?, Sarah Mariotti
The Role of Non-biological Kin in PrEP Utilization in Latino Men Who Have Sex with Men: A Rapid Scoping Review, Melanie Mercado-Miller
Analyses of Chinese Participants’ Cancer Knowledge and Beliefs: A Population-Level Survey, Yawei Song
Strategies Impacting Psychosocial Needs of Pediatric Patients and Families Undergoing Radiation Therapy: A Rapid Systematic Review, Connor Welles
Impact of Food Deserts and Food Swamps on Obesity Rate and Diet Quality, Yulia Afework
Effectiveness of Dietary mHealth Intervention on Childhood Obesity, Erin Avanzato
Investigating the Effectiveness of Community Health Worker Training Programs for Malaria Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment, Joella Bangala
The Impact of Childhood Lead Poisoning on Adult Cognitive Performance, Alexa Dietrich
The Role of Insurance Status on Access to Care for Pediatric Patients Experiencing a Mood or Anxiety Disorder, Will Duborg
The Impact of Prenatal Food Insecurity on Breastfeeding Practices and Infant Health Outcomes, Serena Gelfer
Understanding the Impact of Community-Based Interventions on Abstinence and Self-Reported Drug Use among Adults in the US with Substance Use Disorder, Tanya Machado, MD
Effectiveness of Tailored Interventions to Promote Mammogram Utilization Among Newcomers to the United States, Lauren Thompson
Barriers to Accessing Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare in People who Migrate to the United States, Marli Weisman
Teratogenic or Therapeutic? A Systematic Review of Hydroxyurea Use in Pregnancy, Julie Barbera
Enhancing Hepatitis B Care through Project ECHO: A Program Evaluation, John Bruckbauer
Best Practices for Patients Receiving Mechanical Ventilation: A Scoping Review, Toni Caldwell
Exploring the Perceptions of Patients Receiving Care at the Jefferson Latina Women's Clinic: A Qualitative Study, Carolina Castagna
Process Mapping of the Patient Experience in an Emergency Department Hemodialysis Program, Francesca Ciocco
Rethinking Diabetes Care: Initial Look at a Qualitative Assessment on Patient Experience in Project MiNT, Christopher Davis
Breastfeeding Knowledge, Attitudes, and Expectations Among Adolescents: A Qualitative Study, Margaret Eberts
Student Perceptions of the Desirability and Accessibility of an On-Campus Food Pantry, Julianne Freedman
A Scoping Review Examining the Effectiveness of Trauma Interventions in Prison Populations, Faith Hughes
Effective Mental Health Interventions for Hurricane Survivors: A Scoping Review, Melissa Klein
Life Pressures, Eye Pressures: Allostatic Load's Mediating Role in Glaucoma Racial Disparities, Young Sheng
Conversations on Endometriosis: A Collaborative Autoethnographic Approach to Understanding Chronic Illness, Ankita Vita
Using Hospital Data to Study the Descriptive and Spatial Epidemiology of Firearm Injury in Philadelphia, Christopher Wetzel
US Primary Care Physicians: Are They Ready to Counsel on Adult Vaccines? A Quantitative Cross-Sectional Survey, Michele Zawora
Misreading the Readings: What do Patients Really Understand About Radiology Reports?, Alexander Beekman
Pharmaceutical Approaches to Improve Cognitive and Behavioral Outcomes From Lead Exposure, Ericka Cabanas
Occupational Therapy Students' Perceptions of the Quality and Frequency of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in their Curriculum, Maclain Capron
Opportunities for Pharmacist Intervention: Exploring Barriers to Accessing HIV Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) in the United States, Cara Christopher
Financial Toxicity in Head and Neck Cancer Survivorship: The Patient Perspective, David Ebbott
Evaluating the Effects of Dog-Based Therapy on Mental Illness, Nina Finkle
Methods for Accessing Abortion Care in the United States Post Roe v. Wade, Mary Fisher
Interventions Designed to Eliminate Disparities in Access to Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer: A Scoping Review, Dorothy Foster
Telehealth for Adolescents Experiencing Mental Health Challenges: A Rapid Systematic Review, Dana Harmer
Exploring the Possible Association between Prenatal Anemia and Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Rapid Systematic Review, Alavi Hossain, MBBS
An Exploration of Careers in the United States Public Health Services, Shauntel Jones
Medical Students’ Perceptions of Standardized Patient Feedback: A Rapid Systematic Review, Jacqueline Klevan
Examining an Association Between Vaping and Mental Health Among Asian American Pacific Islander Adolescents, Kaizan Kollin
What Do Members of Black and Latino Communities Have to Say About the COVID-19 Vaccine? A Rapid Systematic Review of Qualitative Studies, Taylor Lightner
Perfect Storm? COVID-19, Area Deprivation, and Their Association with Pediatric Trauma, Devon Pace
Study Abroad: What is the Environmental Impact?, Shelby Roseman
The Impact of Abortion and Reproductive Health Care Access on Plans for Residency Training: A Qualitative Study, Jacqueline Sinnott
Evaluating Structural Barriers to Healthcare Access Relevant to the LGBTQIA+ Community, Julia Witkowski
