I have read a number of posts and researched a decent amount on my own, but keep going in circles trying to decide which concentration to pursue!
I am applying for MPH or MSPH programs currently and am torn between Epi (or Global Epi), Environmental/Occ (with Global focus) or Global Health. Epidemiology sounds interesting to me. I love research and finding patterns so think it would be fun. Quantitative skills strong, not amazing, but probably sufficient.
I am also interested in environmental health (both toxicology and infectious disease) and global health. I would like to do field research and work with people in less developed countries implementing programs as an example. The research that seems most interesting to me involves the overlap of global health and the environment. For example, increase in Dengue Fever related to climate change, or animals as sentinels for lead poisoning/other toxins. Connecting the ecosystem to disease and health is fascinating to me!
So I am a bit confused as to if Epidemiology with a focus in Global/Environmental Health would be the best option, since it seems Epi is one of the foundations for everything, or if I would end up behind a desk. Would my RN background help prevent that? Or should I just focus on a topic that interests me like Global Environmental Health and be specific from the start?
In addition, MPHs seem like the practical degree, and already having an practical RN degree, would I be better focusing on and MS or MSPH in order to do more research? I don't want to just be an Occupation Health Nurse.
Thanks in advance!
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RN for MPH -Epi vs Enviro vs Global
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