PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT


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  • The Public Health department is a branch of healthcare that focuses on improving and protecting the health and well-being of communities and populations. It involves the practice of preventing disease, promoting health, and prolonging life through organized efforts and informed decision-making. Public Health departments typically operate at the local, regional, national, or international levels, collaborating with various stakeholders to address public health issues.
  • Here are some key aspects and functions typically associated with the Public Health department:
  1. Disease Prevention and Control: Public Health departments play a crucial role in preventing and controlling the spread of diseases. They monitor and investigate outbreaks, develop strategies for disease prevention and immunization programs, and implement measures to reduce the risk of infectious diseases in the community. They also work on surveillance systems to track disease trends and identify emerging threats.
  2. Health Promotion and Education: Public Health departments focus on promoting health and wellness within communities. They develop and implement educational campaigns, interventions, and policies to raise awareness about healthy behaviors, risk factors, and preventive measures. Health promotion efforts may include initiatives related to nutrition, physical activity, tobacco control, mental health, sexual health, and substance abuse prevention.
  3. Environmental Health: Public Health departments assess and manage environmental factors that can impact public health. They monitor air and water quality, investigate environmental hazards, and work to ensure safe and healthy living conditions. Environmental health initiatives may include efforts to address pollution, hazardous waste, food safety, occupational health, and emergency preparedness.
  4. Epidemiology and Research: Public Health departments employ epidemiologists who study the distribution and determinants of diseases within populations. They conduct research, collect data, analyze trends, and identify risk factors to inform public health policies and interventions. Epidemiologists play a crucial role in outbreak investigations, disease surveillance, and the evaluation of public health programs.
  5. Policy Development and Advocacy: Public Health departments contribute to the development and implementation of policies that promote health and protect the public. They engage in evidence-based decision-making, provide recommendations to policymakers, and advocate for laws and regulations that address public health priorities. Public Health departments work to ensure access to healthcare services, equitable distribution of resources, and the reduction of health disparities.
  6. Emergency Preparedness and Response: Public Health departments play a vital role in emergency preparedness and response. They develop plans and protocols for managing public health emergencies, such as natural disasters, pandemics, and bioterrorism threats. They collaborate with other agencies and organizations to coordinate emergency response efforts, including communication, resource allocation, and public education.
  7. Community Health Assessments: Public Health departments conduct community health assessments to understand the health needs and challenges of specific populations. These assessments involve gathering data on health indicators, social determinants of health, and community resources. The information obtained helps in identifying health disparities, setting priorities, and developing targeted interventions to improve community health outcomes.
  8. Collaboration and Partnerships: Public Health departments collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including healthcare providers, community organizations, government agencies, academia, and private sector entities. They work together to address complex public health issues, share resources, and coordinate efforts to achieve common goals. These collaborations are essential for implementing effective public health programs and policies.
  • The Public Health department plays a critical role in promoting and protecting the health of populations. Through disease prevention, health promotion, research, policy development, and collaboration, Public Health professionals work towards creating healthier communities and addressing the health needs of diverse populations.
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  • Our Mission
  • The mission of the Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine is to improve the health of the communities we serve, including rural, underserved, and global populations through education, research, outreach, service, and creative partnerships.
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  • Our Vision
  • The vision of the Department of Public Health is to provide the best health and well-being for all individuals and communities. This includes promoting health equity, preventing disease and creating conditions that support wellness. As a Department of Public Health, our mission is to create a society where everyone has the opportunity to live a healthy life, health outcomes are fair, and communities are resilient and ready to face public health challenges. Our goals:
  1. To educate students in public health competencies through an accredited curriculum.
  2. To provide students with community-oriented education and practice opportunities.
  3. To generate public health knowledge that emphasizes urban, community-related and translational research.
  4. To participate in public health advocacy, policy and practice at the local, national and global levels.
  5. To be recognized as a national leader in public health and preventive medicine.


ACADEMIC STAFF

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Prof. Dr. Ayşegül KAPTANOĞLU

Faculty Member
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: 444-1-428 / 28010

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