Debra Furr-Holden
Debra Furr-Holden is an American epidemiologist and public health expert known for her work in health equity, substance abuse prevention, and community-based participatory research. She is currently the Associate Dean for Public Health Integration at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Debra Furr-Holden was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Natural Sciences from Johns Hopkins University. She later received her Ph.D. in Public Health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
Career[edit | edit source]
Furr-Holden began her career as a researcher at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, where she focused on substance abuse and mental health. She has held various academic and research positions, including at the University of Michigan and Michigan State University.
Research and Contributions[edit | edit source]
Furr-Holden's research primarily focuses on health disparities, substance abuse prevention, and the social determinants of health. She has been instrumental in developing community-based participatory research methods to address health inequities. Her work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals and has significantly influenced public health policies and practices.
Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]
Debra Furr-Holden has received several awards for her contributions to public health, including the American Public Health Association's Award for Excellence and the National Institutes of Health Director's New Innovator Award.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Furr-Holden is married and has two children. She is actively involved in community service and advocacy, particularly in underserved communities.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Epidemiology
- Public health
- Health equity
- Substance abuse prevention
- Community-based participatory research
- Johns Hopkins University
- Michigan State University
References[edit | edit source]
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