About Dr. Rashaan Anderson, PhD, MSPH

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Rashaan Anderson, PhD, MSPH

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University of Alabama at Birmingham - Doctor of Philosophy Health Education/Health Promotion, 2008

Meharry Medical College - Master of Science in Public Health, Concentration: Health Services Administration, 1997

Tennessee State University- Bachelor of Science in Biology, 1995

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND:
The application and implementation of theory and research relevant to understanding the health of various populations and decreasing health disparities, intervention development and community based evaluation of health programs (monitoring, needs assessment, process, formative, summative, impact, program implementation).

Topical areas of interest: chronic disease self-management, nutrition, cardiovascular disease, mental health/stress management, sexually transmitted diseases, infectious diseases, public health preparedness and designing health related interventions for diverse populations.
Expertise includes academic and community partnerships, community-based participatory research, cultural competency, health disparities research, health promotion/prevention in minority populations, the use of social media and web-based technologies to disseminate health ideas through social networking sources (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram).

Familiarity in communications/media and alternative ways to deliver health messages to public audiences. Developed and disseminated PSA’s to internet radio stations that focused around health and wellness; communicated research findings on various types of diseases to the listening public and diversified communities. Educate the public and listeners about infectious and communicable diseases including prevention. Identifying public health issues and their impact on listeners was a priority. Prepared and edited messages before broadcasts.

Disclaimer: Material provided on this website is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Information provided is intended to educate and inform you in an effort to make better health decisions. Any information provided by Rashaan Anderson, Ph.D, MSPH at mattersofhealthandwellness.com or communication with dr.rashaananderson@gmail.com should not be considered advice from a physician or health care provider. If you need medical advice, have any sickness, ailment or question about a certain condition or syndrome, you should contact your physician or licensed health care professional.