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Career Opportunities in Public Health
Public Health Practice
Health Education
Epidemiology
Environmental Health
International Health
Maternal and Child Health
Nutrition
Health Services Administrator
Primary Tasks in Public Health
Assess and monitor health of communities.
Formulate public policies.
Assure that all populations have access to appropriate and cost-effective care.
Health Careers
Encompass a wide range of professions from hands-on patient care to population-level health care practices.
Therapeutic Services/Direct Patient Care
Involves medical specialists, nurses, physical therapists, and dentists providing hands-on care to patients.
Imaging & Diagnostic Services
Utilizes technology for patient diagnosis, including medical laboratory technologists, ultrasound technicians, and radiologists.
Support Services
Maintain cleanliness in healthcare environments, such as hospital maintenance engineers and technicians.
Health Informatics and Business
Includes health information management, data analysis, and health care administration roles.
Research and Development
Advances healthcare through scientific research, with roles like biomedical chemists and pharmaceutical scientists.
Public Health
Focuses on improving community health through disease prevention, health promotion, and policy formulation.
Mental Health Practitioners
Professionals trained to assist individuals with mental and emotional health issues.
Psychiatrists & Psychologists
Diagnose and treat mental health conditions, provide therapy, and prescribe medication.
Counselors
Offer guidance and support to individuals with mental health concerns, including drug abuse problems.
Careers in Drug-Abuse Treatments
Include psychiatric nurses, detox specialists, and counselors who help individuals with substance abuse issues.
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