MBS in Rural Community Health at Western

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MBS in Rural Community Health at Western Our graduate program highlights behavioral science and equity approaches to health.

Using psychology, sociology, geography, anthropology and other social science disciplines, our students learn community-based approaches to addressing rural health issues

I'm so grateful and excited for our brilliant and hard-working master's candidates as they present their Practicum proje...
04/29/2024

I'm so grateful and excited for our brilliant and hard-working master's candidates as they present their Practicum projects later today...Western's MBS in Rural Community Health, a small but mighty effort to promote community-minded initiatives :-)
Thankful, too, for our co-director Jessica Eckhardt for all her incredible work.

As a program that focuses on rural health, this topic is near and dear to our heart! Did you know: 14% of Americans liv...
04/07/2023

As a program that focuses on rural health, this topic is near and dear to our heart!

Did you know: 14% of Americans live in rural areas. Rural Americans have higher rates of cigarette smoking, high blood pressure and diabetes. Compared to urban residents, they are at higher risk for poor health outcomes because of the range of health disparities they face. Racial/ethnic minorities and tribal groups are at higher risk for poor health outcomes, compared to non-Hispanic white adults. These health disparities include poverty, food deserts, also known as food apartheid, exposure to specific environmental hazards and less time for leisurely physical activity. Check out our program to learn more!

When people receive quality reproductive and sexual health care, education and access, they can fulfill a happier and he...
04/05/2023

When people receive quality reproductive and sexual health care, education and access, they can fulfill a happier and healthier life.

We can work together and make sure everyone has the right and ability to access safe, affordable and individual care when making reproductive and sexual health decisions.

Violence is an ongoing public health threat because it creates more obstacles to living a healthy life. When we understa...
04/04/2023

Violence is an ongoing public health threat because it creates more obstacles to living a healthy life. When we understand the causes of violence in our communities, it gives us a better chance at creating effective prevention strategies. www.NPHW.org

This week, we'll be highlighting important public health issues, starting with community!Connection to our community and...
04/03/2023

This week, we'll be highlighting important public health issues, starting with community!

Connection to our community and culture impact our health and well-being. Foster community connection and make our communities healthier, stronger and safer! Join American Public Health Association and April 3-9 for . Visit www.NPHW.org.

There is still time to apply for Fall 2023 admissions!
03/27/2023

There is still time to apply for Fall 2023 admissions!

You won't want to miss this story!KBUT Community Radio City of Gunnison
02/22/2023

You won't want to miss this story!
KBUT Community Radio City of Gunnison

For National Rural Health Day, our students drew attention to food insecurity among students on campus.Read about the pr...
11/17/2022

For National Rural Health Day, our students drew attention to food insecurity among students on campus.
Read about the project in the Gunnison Country Times and thank you to Gunnison Country Food Pantry , Mountain Roots Food Project , Wilder's Organic Market and Gunnison County Public Health--Family Planning Program for making this a dynamic event.

Gunnison Times Article: https://www.gunnisontimes.com/articles/western-event-focus-on-food-insecurity/

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