Ebola Update DRC & Uganda (June 2026)
The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda is the fastest-growing outbreak recorded in history. On Friday, June 26th, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) increased the Ebola response level to the highest possible, while the risk of a global threat remains low. This outbreak has been unique because of the strain, complexities in the region, and lack of resources. Below is a brief timeline of the outbreak with cases, locations, risk assessment, travel restrictions, and some complexities to consider.
Are Public Health Professions and Healthcare Careers the Same?
Last year, I wrote a very personal blog about my journey to find the path of public health. I often advise undergraduate and graduate students as they try to navigate degree paths to help others. During advising appointments, my goal is to set students up on an educational track that will use their passions and gifts as they serve the world around them. Some students have a heart for one-on-one care for the sick and others prefer population health and disease prevention. Recently, the Association of Schools & Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) shared an insightful post highlighting the distinction between public health and healthcare careers within different categories. I thought it would be helpful to share on my blog as another resource for students trying to determine their degree paths. It is also informative for anyone interested in learning how to define public health and healthcare professions. The list below is from ASPPH and helps distinguish between jobs in public health and healthcare.