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UC Merced Public Health is committed to tackling pressing health issues in the San Joaquin Valley, California, and beyond through innovative research, applied learning experiences, and participatory approaches that empower local communities and drive meaningful change.

 

 

RECENT NEWS

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New Publication!
In collaboration with Dr. Geetha Sivasubremanian and student Kaivalya Kasturi.
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New Publication from UCM Public Health Faculty and PhD Alumna
Irene Yen and Kesia Garibay explore how citizens' panel can be adapted to help shape feasible health policies.
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New Study!
Our faculty and graduate students are advancing research on cannabis use and its impact on health and communities!
New study from Sidra Goldman-Mellor and LaMecia De Alba
New Study!
UCM Public Health is contributing to the cannabis use disorder literature! 
Students and faculty highlighted by UCGHI
Public Health Highlights from UC Global Health Institute
Public Health students and faculty are highlighed by UCGHI!
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Degrees and Programs

Undergraduate Programs

  • BA in Public Health
  • BS in Public Health (new!)
    • Pre-Med Emphasis (new!)
  • Minor in Public Health

Graduate Programs

  • Ph.D. in Public Health

Newsletter: Voices of Public Health

PH Newsletter Front PageOur biannual Public Health newsletter, Voices of Public Health, highlights our department's contributions to public health, including student and faculty research, community engagement, achievements, and more!

Public health is a collaborative field that seeks to promote well-being for populations by advancing an equitable society, ensuring safe environmental conditions, and uplifting the voice and power of communities.