Public Health Across the Lifespan

Public Health Across the Lifespan

Osher Online | Available (Membership Required)

U of A Fayetteville, AR 72701 United States
Online Through Zoom
Open to Current OLLI Members ONLY!
Wednesday, July 9, 2025-Wednesday, August 13, 2025
4:00 PM-5:30 PM on Wed
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$65.00

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Public Health Across the Lifespan

Osher Online | Available (Membership Required)

This course provides a comprehensive overview of key public health topics across the human lifespan, from prenatal
health to aging care. We will examine major health challenges, interventions, and policies that impact individuals
at each life stage. By focusing on health disparities, preventive care, and the role of public health systems, the
course equips us with the knowledge and skills to understand health issues in diverse populations. Through readings and
case studies, we will gain insight into the life-course approach to public health, emphasizing the importance of
early intervention, continuous care, and aging with dignity.


Class schedule: Live lecture will take place on Wednesdays via ZOOM

Wednesday, July 9, Live lecture 1
Wednesday, July 16, Live lecture 2
Wednesday, July 23, Live lecture 3
Wednesday, July 30, Live lecture 4
Wednesday, August 6, Live lecture 5
Wednesday, August 13, Live lecture 6

  • As this class is delivered by the National Resource Center for OLLIs (NRC) at Northwestern University, you will receive a welcome email from?osheronline@northwestern.edu.? The email will include your credentials (username & password) as well as a hyperlink to the Osher Online Website through which you will access your course website. Please save the link once you receive it. Multi-session courses will use this same link each week.   


    Public Health Across the Lifespan
Boyd, Michelle
Michelle Boyd

Michelle Boyd is an epidemiologist and public health researcher dedicated to advancing health equity through data modernization and effective health communication. With a focus on infectious disease data collection, surveillance,
and maternal and child health, she brings expertise in analyzing public health data to uncover meaningful patterns and trends. Boyd holds a Master of Public Health in epidemiology from Indiana University Indianapolis and BS in human
communication sciences from Northwestern University. Boyd is a board member for Fearless Brown Girls, a nonprofit organization aimed at empowering young girls and increasing financial literacy. Her passion for health equity and public health education drives her commitment to improving healthcare outcomes through data and community engagement.