The Public dHealth Conversation

The Public Health Conversation portfolio creates opportunities to engage in discussion, learning, and commentary on issues of consequence in public health. Developed for thought leaders, practitioners, researchers, media, students, and the public, these resources aim to advance our collective knowledge.

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Fueling the Route to Public Health

Abby Varker

Aug 30, 2024

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Access Denied: Houselessness and WaSH

Dani Weissert

Aug 26, 2024

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The Resilience of Cities: Where We Work, Live, and Play

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Nov 2, 2022

10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET

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In Conversation with Virginia Sapiro

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Nov 18, 2024

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Building Trust Through Action: Black History Month Reflections with Community Leaders.

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Feb 5, 2025

1:00 – 2:30 pm ET

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Franklin Jones, Jr. Lecturer, BU Wheelock

In Conversation with Franklin Jones, Jr.

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Apr 10, 2024

2:00 – 2:30 pm ET

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Building A Diverse Biostatistics Pipeline: The Next Decade

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Jun 11, 2024

2:00 – 5:30 pm ET

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Teaching Public Health: Transforming Education for Public Health

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Jun 26, 2024

9:00 am – 12:00 pm ET

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In Conversation with Lee Vinsel

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Jul 14, 2023

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Building Trust Through Action: Black History Month Reflections with Community Leaders.

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Feb 5, 2025

1:00 – 2:30 pm ET

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An island view from the top

Health Equity Policy, Community, and the Mississippi Delta

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Dec 3, 2024

1:00-2:30 p.m. ET

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Roger Mitchell, Professor and Chair of Pathology at Howard University College of Medicine

In Conversation with Roger Mitchell

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Apr 30, 2024

2:00 – 2:30 pm ET

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Age Doesn’t Protect: The Rise of STIs in Older Adults

Dani Weissert

Sep 9, 2024

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Cost vs Care: Florida’s Insulin Crisis

Aug 28, 2024

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Becoming a Dad Too Soon May Be Bad for the Heart

Jude Sleiman

Sep 2, 2024

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In Conversation with Laura Marris

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Apr 26, 2024

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET

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The Future of PEPFAR

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Mar 28, 2024

1:00-2:30 p.m. ET

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In Conversation with Dr. Seth Berkley

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Jul 7, 2023

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New Organs, New You?

Jude Sleiman

Sep 11, 2024

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Headshot of Lloyd Sederer in a red shirt and black blazer

Mental healthcare: In conversation with Lloyd Sederer

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Dec 20, 2023

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College Mental Health: Challenges & Opportunities

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Dec 12, 2023

1:00-2:30 p.m. ET

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Public Health on the Ballot: Education

Heather Sherr

Sep 24, 2024

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An island view from the top

Health Equity Policy, Community, and the Mississippi Delta

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Dec 3, 2024

1:00-2:30 p.m. ET

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A Vote for Health: Preventing Violence

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Oct 23, 2024

1:00-2:30 p.m. ET

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PHP Resources for preparing the next generation and expanding public health educational opportunities

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Public Health on the Ballot: Climate

Mallory Bersi

Oct 1, 2024

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Brain Blitz: Fumbling the Health of Our Athletes

Abby Varker

Sep 27, 2024

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Public Health on the Ballot: Education

Heather Sherr

Sep 24, 2024

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PHC | Events Resources for preparing the next generation and expanding public health educational opportunities

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Building Trust Through Action: Black History Month Reflections with Community Leaders.

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Feb 5, 2025

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An island view from the top

Health Equity Policy, Community, and the Mississippi Delta

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Dec 3, 2024

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After the Election: What’s Next for Health?

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Nov 20, 2024

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About PHC

PHC, an initiative of Boston University School of Public Health, brings together experts and the public to engage with issues of consequence in public health. Through thought-provoking events and resources, we aim to advance our collective knowledge, and promote the health of populations nationally and globally.