Master of Public Health
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Master of Public Health
The Master of Public Health (MPH) is a professional graduate degree awarded in areas of public health. The degree is required for many positions in public health and is recommended for those who want to pursue a career in managing public health-related issues.
Pronunciation
Master of Public Health: /ˈmæstər ɒv ˈpʌblɪk hɛlθ/
Etymology
The term "Master of Public Health" is derived from the Latin "Magister Publica Sanitas". "Magister" translates to "master", "Publica" to "public", and "Sanitas" to "health".
Related Terms
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- Health Policy: Refers to decisions, plans, and actions that are undertaken to achieve specific health care goals within a society.
- Environmental Health: The branch of public health that focuses on the relationships between people and their environment.
- Health Education: A profession of educating people about health.
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