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Evidence-based health communication

We're the Center for Health Communication (CHC), a joint academic center of the Moody College of Communication and Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin. Our interdisciplinary group of scholars and practitioners embraces opportunities to use communication to improve the health of all people through evidence-based health communication research, education, and practice.

Research

Our core team of researchers collects and interprets data across multiple fields, collaborating with a wide range of affiliates and clients to collect and share knowledge.

Education

We work with students at UT Austin, as well as designing continuing education opportunities for working professionals in public health and health communication.

Practice

We collaborate with partners in both public and private health industries to build creative and engaging communication campaigns.

 

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CHC Welcomes Program Coordinator/Marketing Specialist

Please welcome Saakshi Kamalahasan, the CHC's new program coordinator and marketing specialist.

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Postdoctoral Fellow Joins CHC Staff

Say hello to Karly Quaack, Ph.D., the CHC's new postdoctoral fellow!

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CHC Welcomes Graphic Designer

Introducing Ana Wong, the CHC's newest graphic designer!

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Dealing with Conflicting Health Information

We've launched a new HCTS course in partnership with TEPHI — a crash course in understanding types of conflicting information, why research can sometimes seem contradictory, and how to start civilized conversations about misunderstood health topics.

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New Course Available
Health Communication Training Series (HCTS)
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Latest News

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Hiring — Program Coordinator/Marketing Specialist

The CHC is hiring a Program Coordinator/Marketing Specialist for the Father's Playbook project.

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HCSP Grant-Writing Workshop Announced

The Health Communication Scholars Program virtual grant-writing workshop is scheduled for October 18, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. CT.

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Austin Public Health Partnership

The Center for Health Communication is creating and implementing a health communication campaign to reduce fentanyl-related deaths in the Austin/Travis County community.

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Our Work

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Texas Prescription Monitoring Program

Mitigating opioid risks through effective use of a statewide electronic database that collects and monitors data about controlled substances dispensed in Texas.

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Eliminate Tobacco Use Initiative

Addressing tobacco use across colleges and universities and more effectively contributing to actions that create a tobacco-free culture.

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