Epidemiology

History

The NCPHA Epidemiology Section was revitalized in 2005 and currently has over 40 members. The mission of the NCPHA Epidemiology Section is to bring together all persons from various backgrounds who share an interest in public health epidemiology and public health preparedness for the purpose of fostering and stimulating:

• A greater degree of cooperation with other epidemiologists and public health preparedness professionals;
• Joint planning and improved communication among agencies, organizations, community groups, and businesses concerning public health epidemiology;
• Improved understanding and promotion of public health epidemiology for all sectors of the population.

The NCPHA Epidemiology Section is made up of individuals from local and state health agencies, academic centers, students, and other groups.  We are also seeking to encourage new recruits into the field of epidemiology, especially young professionals starting their careers in public health. We welcome anyone with an interest in epidemiology and preparedness to be an active member of the NCPHA Epidemiology Section. We are excited about the upcoming 100 years celebration of NCPHA as an opportunity not only to celebrate and remember our history, but also to envision our next 100 years. 

Mission

The purpose of the Epidemiology Section of the NCPHA shall be to bring together all persons interested in public health epidemiology including agencies, academic centers, students, and other groups, for the purpose of fostering and stimulating:

• A greater degree of opportunity for cooperation with all epidemiologists and those with an interest in public health epidemiology;
• The promotion of joint planning among agencies, organizations, community groups, and businesses concerning public health epidemiology;
• Improved understanding, integration, and promotion of public health epidemiology for all sectors of the population.

We are also seeking to encourage new recruits into the field of epidemiology, especially young professionals starting their careers in public health.

By-Laws

By-Laws are available as MS Word document.

Membership

Download the NCPHA membership application (MS Word) (PDF version).

Are you a Nurse, Environmental Health Specialist, Epidemiology Team First Responder, public health student, Epidemiology Program alumni from NC or another state? We believe a dynamic membership generates new ideas and creates synergies.

Any member of the NCPHA shall be eligible for membership in the Epidemiology Section. Dues to the Section are $5.00 payable in addition to NCPHA annual membership. At the current time, online payment is not available. If you have any questions about membership, please contact Bill Cleve, Section Chairperson( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ).

Member Benefits

What are the benefits of membership in the Epidemiology Section of NCPHA?

• Training Providing and Receiving Training using public health tools and
• Networking with and meeting new colleagues from different organizations
• Learning more about aspects of public health other than your specific focus area
• Support your local affiliate of the American Public Health Association