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Katelyn Jetelina, MPH, PhD., epidemiologist and author of “Your Local Epidemiologist (YLE)” newsletter.

Jul 25, 2024
Join the conversation with Katelyn Jetelina, epidemiologist and science communicator, as she discusses the link between climate change and bird flu, raw milk risks, science communication challenges, and strategies for promoting public health and preventing pandemics.
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  • Climate change fuels bird flu spread, emphasizing the need for One Health approach.
  • Effective science communication reduces public anxiety during health crises, showcasing importance of empathy.

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Understanding Epidemiology and its Role in Public Health

Epidemiology focuses on finding patterns of diseases affecting health outcomes, addressing a wide range of health topics like infectious diseases and cancer. Epidemiologists study how genetics and environment influence health outcomes on a population scale. Dr. Caitlin Jettalina explains her interest in epidemiology stemmed from wanting to understand community health more broadly, treating millions at once instead of individual patients.

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