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The Department of Epidemiology and Community Health (ECH) at UNC Charlotte is preparing the next generation of public health leaders to tackle today’s most pressing health challenges. Through innovative, evidence-based research, hands-on learning and meaningful community partnerships, ECH connects education with real-world impact, locally, nationally and globally.

With CEPH-accredited undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs, ECH brings together passionate students, accomplished faculty and community partners to improve health outcomes and create lasting change.


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Deborah Beete Named 2023 Teaching Excellence Award Winner

Deborah Beete Named 2023 Teaching Excellence Award Winner

Metrolina Distinguished Scholar Dr. Apryl Alexander to lead newly created Violence Prevention Center

Metrolina Distinguished Scholar Dr. Apryl Alexander To Lead Newly Created Violence Prevention Center

Derek Long LLC in association with NCSD presents “All the Oxytocin in Your Fingertips,” an immersive experience for Deaf and Non-Deaf alike. All proceeds will benefit Alder Springs Deaf & Blind Community.

Dr. Robert Cramer leads a suicide prevention research project for active military personnel. Learn more about his research on pages 32-34 in the UNC Charlotte Fall 2023 Magazine.

Ahead of Black Maternal Health Week (11-17 APR), PHS doctoral student Shanika Jerger Butts joined Chancellor Gabor and several other CHHS colleagues in a conversation with Congresswoman Alma Adams. 


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