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From theory to practice: Environmental health student's summer at Dearborn Public Health

By Julia Ginter-Berriman

Discover how University of Michigan Master of Public Health student Julia Ginter-Berriman applied classroom learning to real-world impact during her summer fellowship at the Dearborn Department of Public Health. From advancing gun violence prevention initiatives to promoting environmental health and community air quality solutions, her story highlights the power of health-in-all-policies and hands-on public health experience.

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From silos to synergy: Strengthening Ypsilanti's community network

Fransisca Anozie

Fransisca Anozie, a second-year MPH student, explains her internship research and highlights the need for stronger collaboration among Ypsilanti’s health organizations to break down silos, streamline services, and improve overall community health.

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My experience testifying against Louisiana's fluoride ban

Alicia Even

During an internship, Master's student Alicia Even testified against a bill aiming to ban water fluoridation in Louisiana, helping ensure continued access to this crucial oral health measure for residents facing dental care shortages.