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Population & Family Health

The Heilbrunn Department of Population & Family Health focuses on the health needs and rights of diverse populations in communities across the globe. Concentrating on underserved populations, the department prepares students to work in public health, advocacy, and policy.

Degree Programs
Our degree programs combine interdisciplinary scientific and technological approaches with a human rights framework to understand factors undermining the health and wellbeing of populations worldwide. We combine rigorous academic training and research with on-the-ground public health programs.
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Research
Research initiatives within the department span the areas of forced migration, sexual and reproductive health and rights, child and adolescent health, and health systems.
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Our Students
Our talented students draw on their diverse backgrounds when developing the expertise needed to excel in a rapidly evolving health field. Their academic enrichment is a priority within PopFam, with faculty and staff actively engaging, mentoring, and teaching students.
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Assessing Gender Justice in the Global COVID-19 Response
The Heilbrunn Department of Population and Family Health is exploring gender justice in the global COVID-19 response.
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Message from the Chair

 "My commitment to human rights and human dignity, along with a history of creating interdisciplinary approaches to solving pressing health threats, align with the department’s work and vision," says Terry McGovern, JD. Read more

What We Do

We are committed to improving health around the world. Students and faculty strive to eliminate health disparities through scientific and service leadership. Check out this video to see a few highlights of what we do.

Degree Programs

Through MPH, MS, and DrPH degree programs, students focus on the health needs and rights of diverse global populations.

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#SpeakEvidencetoPower

Join the Heilbrunn Department of Population and Family Health as we launch an evidence-based campaign for reproductive health justice. Read more