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Adequate sleep significantly reduces the risk of hypertension in adolescents, according to new study
Adolescents who met the recommended guidelines of nine-11 hours of sleep per day were shown to have a significantly lower risk of hypertension, according to a new study from UTHealth Houston School of Public Health.
AN EXPERIENCE LIKE NOWHERE ELSE
Located less than a mile from the US-Mexican border and connected to the largest medical center in the world, the El Paso location of the UTHealth School of Public Health is an academic environment rich with opportunity. Backed by the esteem and resources of the UTHealth system, you’ll apply your learning to tackle complex public health issues unique to border populations, and collaborate with peers and faculty at other campuses to develop solutions that improve health outcomes for highly diverse and multi-cultural communities.
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Our faculty are committed to a collaborative learning environment that develops our students and drives meaningful change in public health research.
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Work alongside faculty to address urgent public health matters through world-class research and community projects.
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Celebrating 30+ years of Public Health in El Paso
Established in 1992, the El Paso location of UTHealth Houston School of Public Health is proud to celebrate its 30th anniversary of providing the Paseo Del Norte region with premier public health education, research, and community impact. The El Paso location faculty and students lead cutting-edge research that translates to innovative practices. We invite you to join us as we celebrate 30 years.
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Meet the Class of 2024: Nohemi Galindo
Spotlight on the executive-style MPH in Healthcare Management
Students in the first cohort of the executive-style MPH in Healthcare Management program in El Paso will graduate in May 2024. Celebrate with us as we share their journeys and explore how they are making an impact on their community.
Read MoreMPH in Healthcare Management graduates Nohemi Galindo
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School of Public Health Ranked Top 25 Best Public Health School by U.S. News
UTHealth Houston School of Public Health has achieved top 25 ranking among 209 graduate schools of public health, according to the U.S. News & World Report.
Among publicly-funded institutions offering graduate-level degrees in public health, UTHealth Houston School of Public Health ranks No. 9 nationally, and holds its position as No. 1 in Texas.
Read moreSchool of Public Health Ranked Top 25 Best Public Health School by U.S. News
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Raya to Lead George McMillan Fleming Center for Healthcare Management and El Paso Chamber Healthcare Coalition
Ginger Raya, EdD, MHA, MPA, was recently announced as the new lead for the George McMillan Fleming Center for Healthcare Management effective May 16, 2024.
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NEW DEGREE OFFERING
Earn and MPH in Healthcare Management in El Paso
Beginning fall 2022, the master of public health (MPH) in Healthcare Management will be offered with a hybrid of online and in-person classes on Friday evenings and Saturdays at the Medical Center of the Americas Foundation building to meet the needs of working professionals.
