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ULSOPH is offering a MPH as a two-year program within the College of Health Sciences. It is designed

The UL MPH Program is a two-year program within the College of Health Sciences. It is designed to meet a critical workforce gap in the Liberian public health sector. Consequently, the curriculum emphasizes the acquisition of workforce-ready skills, research and technical competencies and offers learners the option of focusing on one of four tracks: Applied Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Health Systems Management and Public Health Lab. The program is envisioned to provide students with a foundational understanding of core public health concepts and skills, as well as in-depth learning in a concentration area: Applied Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Health Systems Management, or Public Health Laboratory. MPH students will engage in practicum experiences as well as on-campus research. This vision diverges from that of other public health academic programs in Liberia due to its focus on leveraging partnerships to provide classroom-based and real-world opportunities for competency training that will prepare graduates to serve in all tiers of the country’s public health workforce.

04/11/2025

📢 New Publication Alert!
Researchers from the University of Liberia Scool of Public Health have published a new study titled “Delayed decision-making, failed abortion attempts and factors associated with second-trimester abortions in Liberia”

The study highlights that nearly one-fifth of induced abortions occur during the second trimester, underscoring gaps in access to safe and effective abortion services and reproductive health education.

Read the full article 👇 to learn more about the findings and implications for maternal health in Liberia.

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12978-025-02102-1?utm_source=rct_congratemailt&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=oa_20251104&utm_content=10.1186/s12978-025-02102-1

23/10/2025

📢 Faculty Research Spotlight
Our faculty members recently authored and co-authored a new study evaluating the efficacy of Liberia’s first-line malaria treatments, Artemether–Lumefantrine (AL) and Artesunate–Amodiaquine (ASAQ), among children aged 6–59 months.

Results from this multi-site therapeutic efficacy study show that both AL and ASAQ remain highly effective against Plasmodium falciparum malaria, with efficacy rates exceeding the 90% WHO threshold, confirming their continued reliability in Liberia’s malaria treatment program.

🔬 This important work strengthens national and regional evidence for sustaining effective malaria control interventions.

Read full article here 👇
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12936-025-05576-3

21/10/2025

📢 New Publication Alert!
A recent study from our faculty et al examines how combining a mobile-based obstetric emergency system (MORES) with a midwife-led triage program can reduce delays in emergency cesarean sections in Liberia.

Findings show that these low-cost, feasible strategies significantly shortened decision-to-incision times and improved maternal outcomes, offering a promising pathway for strengthening emergency obstetric care in resource-limited settings.

🔗 Read the full abstract below 👇
Website: https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/22/10/1596
PDF Version: https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/22/10/1596/pdf

09/05/2025

New Publication Alert 📢

One of our faculty members, Mr. Victor S. Koko Sr., along with other colleagues, has published important research assessing the capacity of health facilities in Liberia to provide safe abortion and post-abortion care services.

The study highlights significant gaps in service provision and underscores the need for full implementation of Liberia’s 2019 National Comprehensive Abortion Care Guidelines to strengthen resources, training, and critical care services.

Congratulations Mr. Victor S. Koko et al 👏

Read the full publication here 👇:

https://bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-025-22885-z

26/02/2025

Research Spotlight: ULSOPH Alumnus Publishes COVID-19 Study

We are proud to highlight the latest publication by Darius B. Lehyen, a graduate of the University of Liberia School of Public Health (ULSOPH). His study examines the impact of COVID-19 on hospitalized healthcare workers in Liberia from 2020 to 2023, focusing on hospitalization rates, affected health worker cadres, vaccination coverage, and gaps in triage and referral systems.

Key findings reveal that health facilities were major infection hotspots, nurses, physicians, and lab technicians were the most affected, and low vaccination rates contributed to severe cases. The study underscores the need for stronger outbreak preparedness, better healthcare worker safety measures, and vaccination prioritization.

Congratulations to Darius Lehyen on this important contribution to public health research! 🎓👏

📖 Read more about the study here 👇: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11574328/

11/01/2025

The University of Liberia School of Public Health proudly welcomes its 5th cohort of future Public Health Leaders. Here's to a successful journey ahead after an engaging and inspiring orientation!

08/01/2025

Classes begin soon!

With classes resuming on January 13, 2025, the ULSOPH is excited to host the orientation for its 5th cohort on Thursday, January 9, and Friday, January 10. Welcome to all incoming students! Get ready for an exciting journey ahead!

17/12/2024

New Article Alert*: Researchers from the University of Liberia’s MPH program, published in BMC, highlighted the value of integrating research utilization competencies into health professions curricula. The findings underscore both the demand for stronger research skills and the challenges to incorporating them, such as poor internet access and low digital literacy.

Read 👇 for more insights on Research utilization competency development in the health workforce pipeline: Design and formative evaluation of learning objectives for health professions students.

Link 👉: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12961-024-01238-z

12/11/2024

*New Article Alert*: Researchers from the University of Liberia’s MPH program, published in BMJ Public Health, identified key risk factors for severe COVID-19 in Liberia. Findings highlight that non-communicable diseases like diabetes and hypertension, along with residing outside urban Montserrado County, are associated with increased COVID-19 severity. Read 👇more for insights on implications for healthcare access and surveillance.

Link 👉: https://bmjpublichealth.bmj.com/content/2/2/e000230

18/10/2024

*Throwback Friday!! Celebrating Excellence at ULSOPH! 🎓*

Less than a month ago, the University of Liberia School of Public Health celebrated the graduation of its third cohort. For the second year in a row, the valedictorian of the entire University of Liberia - UL Graduate and Professional Program was one of our outstanding graduates, along with seven others who received honors. This remarkable achievement demonstrates our dedication to developing leaders who will revolutionize Liberia's healthcare sector and make a significant impact.

We extend our special thanks to our devoted staff for their tireless efforts in ensuring our students exceed expectations.

Interested in being part of this transformative journey? Explore our programs and join us in shaping the future of public health in Liberia!

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