The WellNest Watch
Written by master's degree candidates in the public health program at the EMU School of Health Promotion & Human Performance, The WellNest Watch explores news, research and standard practices in the field of health and wellness.
Eating smart at EMU: How to balance convenience, cost and nutrition on campus
Public health columnist Ruby Wyles gives advice for eating healthy on a college campus.
Third spaces: Connecting with your community
Public health columnist Nathaniel King explains the importance of third spaces and how they can play a role in how health educators connect with the community.
Running on empty: America’s public health workforce crisis and what it will cost us next time
Public health columnist Shafaat Ali Choyon describes the unfolding crisis of an understaffed public health workforce.
Racism in health care: How strengthened public health systems influence policy and health care access for racial minorities
Public health columnist Ebrima Jobarteh discusses how racism impacts public health.
Mixed messages, real costs; how confusing health communication is making America sicker and poorer
Public health columnist Shafaat Ali Choyon discusses health messaging and public distrust.
Rethinking health: Why well-being deserves a bigger conversation
Public health columnist Kegan Tulloch discusses well-being and its importance in student health.
Breaking the silence around eating disorders
Public health columnist Ruby Wyles explains disordered eating, signs and symptoms.
The Social Determinants of Health and the role they play in shaping yours
Public health columnist Nathaniel King explains the Social Determinants of Health.
Sleep, the ultimate GPA booster
Public health columnist Ebrima Jobarteh explains how sleep can impact student health and success.
Health policy decisions made today shape Michigan tomorrow
Public health columnist Shafaat Ali Choyon explains how public health policies affect life in Michigan.
Islamophobia is a public health concern, whether we name it or not
Public health columnist Kegan Tulloch identifies Islamophobia as a public health issue.
Making our voices heard, why local elections matter for our schools, communities and public health
Public health columnist Nathaniel King explains the role local elections play in establishing public health policies and more.
Get a heavier coat! This winter will be different
Public health columnist Ebrima Jobarteh writes about sexual harassment and what it can look like on college campuses.
When illness becomes a bill: why medical debt is a public health crisis
Public health columnist Shafaat Ali Choyon explains how medical debt can impact Michigan residents and more.
Misinformation, disinformation and malinformation: The differences matter
Public health columnist Kegan Tulloch explains the difference between misinformation, disinformation and malinformation.
Preventing sexual harassment requires awareness and action
Public health columnist Ebrima Jobarteh writes about sexual harassment and what it can look like on college campuses.
What is public health?
Public health columnist Kegan Tulloch writes about the difference between health care and public health. Among the key ideas: Prevention.
When we ignore public health prevention, we pay the price
Public health columnist Shafaat Ali Choyon explores why the public sees public health systems only when they fail.
