I just finished my bachelor’s degree in nursing and would love to continue my studies towards global health. My interest are gravitating towards research and field work in epidemiology.

Would love to hear your opinions on different masters degree that are provided in Europe!

im currently a junior pursing my bachelors in global health and biological anthropology. i’ve always had an interest in both natural and social sciences and these degrees allow me to explore both of those, but i literally have no idea what i want to do when i graduate. i go to a t10 school and i feel like im wasting my education by not knowing what i want to do with my degree

i like global health because i like working with the public and working on widespread issues and i like anthro because im specifically working with forensic anthro and i love the problem solving and biology aspect of it

i know this is supposed to be a cool time in my life where i get to explore lots of interests but its actually just severely stressing me out so if anyone has any career advice please let me know!

Today the Medical Student Alliance for Global Education (also known as MeSAGE) published a new Global Health Brick Collection. Designed specifically for medical students, this free, open-access collection offers a comprehensive exploration of global health challenges and solutions.

Key Features of the Collection:

• Comprehensive Coverage: The collection explores various international health topics, including non-communicable diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and the importance of coordinated action.
• Practical Applications: Students will develop the skills to identify key stakeholders, advocate for improved health outcomes, and navigate the complex landscape of international medicine policy.
• Free and Open-Access: The collection is available to all medical students at no cost, ensuring widespread accessibility and impact.

Why Global Health Matters

Global health isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a critical field shaping healthcare’s future. Understanding global health is essential for medical students for several reasons:

1. A World of Patients: Our world is increasingly interconnected. Diseases can spread rapidly across borders, and health challenges often require international solutions. Whether students plan to practice domestically or internationally, a global health perspective will help them navigate the complexities of modern medicine.
2. Addressing Health Inequities: Global health focuses on improving health outcomes for all people, regardless of location or socioeconomic status. By studying global health, they'll gain a deeper understanding of health inequities and develop the skills to address them.
3. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Global health problems are often complex and require solutions beyond traditional medical interventions. By learning about global health, you’ll develop the ability to collaborate with experts from various fields, such as public health, economics, and social sciences.
4. Personal Growth: Studying global health can be a transformative experience. It can broaden horizons, challenge your assumptions, and inspire you to impact the world positively.

Developing a curriculum on providing healthcare to primarily mobile and displaced populations (refugees and migrants). Would love any recs for reading sources that could be added to the curriculum. Thanks!

On April 17, 2024, Swiss nonprofit Public Eye released a report alleging that Nestle baby food products sold in low- and middle-income countries contain high levels of added sugar. Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan were among those affected. Since then, regulatory authorities in Bangladesh and India have announced their own investigations relating to the issue. Pakistan, on the other hand, has been silent. What does this mean for long-term public health outlooks?

I write more about this here.

According to the IMF, community-based primary healthcare provides an efficient, low-cost method of reaching a great number of people. This can be achieved through improving access to preventive healthcare services, engaging citizens in care decisions, and seeking lower medical costs. But, how do peer-led initiatives differ from those implemented by NGOs?

I write more about this here: https://open.substack.com/pub/thedevelopingeconomist/p/in-support-of-community-health-initiatives?r=29ekcf&utm_medium=ios

The movement to “decolonize” global health has gained traction in recent years. For centuries, the legacy of colonialism has continued to shape the health outcomes of those in developing countries. To decolonize healthcare means making it more accessible to those that are marginalized by existing systems. What are some ways in which practitioners can achieve this?

I write more about this here: https://open.substack.com/pub/thedevelopingeconomist/p/decolonizing-public-health-in-developing?r=29ekcf&utm_medium=ios

Hi existing public health professionals..

I’m in my final year of school at Northeastern University, and I have one more co-op (internship) before I graduate. My goal is to pursue an MPH some time in my mid twenties, and work in the field of global health as a profession. Right now, I’m stuck deciding what I want to do for my internship.

I’ve recently been invited to intern at an NGO in India called Goonj, which works to close equity gaps in health, education, infrastructure, etc. The job would include going to rural villages in India and conducting needs surveys, collecting materials for current projects, spreading awareness about initiatives, etc. I would relocate to Bangalore. The job is unpaid, and I am working on getting funding from my university, but that is the larger turn off associated with this position.

My other option is working a more typical 9-5 style job in Boston. Potential options include paid work at the massachusetts dept of public health’s academic health department, or other paid work in a public health lab setting / more research focused.

Greater context: I’ve just come back from a 1.5 year long travel stint this January (I visited India for 2mo on this trip), and I do feel a bit attracted to a steadier routine right now because of this.

I don’t know if going to India unpaid is stupid given that the paid work would set me up really well for after I graduate. However, I don’t know if it’s stupid of me to pass up an opportunity like working for a freaking NGO in India doing the kind of work I aspire to do just because of money or post-travel fatigue. This could really go either way for me, so any advice is very welcomed.