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Working to achieve health equity and eliminate health disparities impacting our communities.

Learn how roles such as health analysts, educators, program planners and scientists collaborate to keep our community safe.

Learn more about the School of Public Health
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Discover how our research impacts communities at home and abroad

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Centers and programs

Our specialty centers are actively involved in research activities that span public and community health. Find out how we're making a difference in environmental health, biostatistics, addiction treatment and prevention, epidemiology and more.

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Research

Faculty and students of the School of Public Health conduct state-of-the-art research in a wide range of areas related to public health.

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Global health initiatives

In collaboration with the School of Public Health, the Larson Institute for Health Impact and Equity offers international fieldwork programs, research opportunities and global engagement efforts that provide hands-on training experiences for students.

Upcoming events from the School of Public Health

Nov 15

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Academic Lectures and Seminars

Nov 19

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Career

Nov 21

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Academic Lectures and Seminars

Dec 05

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Academic Lectures and Seminars

School news

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Overdose education and harm reduction program offered for free on campus to the University community

CASAT’s ÁùºÏ±¦µä Opioid Center of Excellence at the School of Public Health leads local efforts of a national initiative

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Panel explores the link between financial stability and mental and physical health

Experts from GNCU, the University of ÁùºÏ±¦µä, Reno, Community Health Alliance, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and the City of Reno discussed how financial hardship can impact overall health and well-being

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School of Public Health alumnae make impact at Burning Man with menstrual and harm reduction kits

Layla BenBrahim and Madalyn Larson empower attendees with essential resources

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The School of Public Health is accredited by the  (CEPH), an independent agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education to accredit schools of public health and public health programs. To request a copy of the school's most recent self-study and/or final report, please email lbenbrahim@unr.edu.