Epidemiology, the original science of public health, studies the distribution of disease, health events and health-related behavior,with an emphasis on patterns of risk and prevention measures.

Biostatistics focuses on the development and applications of qualitative methods for collecting, summarizing and analyzing health-related data.

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CPH honors outstanding faculty, students, alumni, community members
CPH honors outstanding faculty, students, alumni, community members

As the 2022-2023 academic year draws to a close, the UGA College of Public Health is pleased to recognize more than 70 dedicated faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community members

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CPH In the Media: April 2023
CPH In the Media: April 2023

UGA College of Public Health news and media mentions for the month of April 2023: Lisa Renzi-Hammond, director of the Institute of Gerontology, discussed the right cognitive age to retire

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Christopher Whalen receives honorary doctorate from Makarere University
Christopher Whalen receives honorary doctorate from Makarere University

On a sunny February day in Kampala, Uganda, respected University of Georgia infectious disease researcher Christopher Whalen was bestowed an honorary doctorate by Makerere University. The honor recognizes Whalen’s “extraordinary

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