Have you ever wondered what a day in public health looks like? A lot of the work happens quietly, behind the scenes.
In the Women, Infant, and Community Wellness section at NCDHHS' Division of Public Health, people work hard to:
- Bring groups together
- Teach health providers
- Improve health for moms and babies across our state
We spent time with Dr. Meredith Aulds, the Perinatal Health Strategic Plan Coordinator, to learn how her work supports NC every day.
Her job includes leading five different work groups that focus on perinatal health and health equity. She helps plan meetings, share information and connect with different partners.
One of the best parts of her job is working with many different areas — like data, personal stories, new ideas and community groups. Each day gives her a new chance to work with others and create ideas that support the health of North Carolinians.
Related blog: Day in the Life at NC's Laboratory of Public Health