MPH in Health Systems Administration and Global Health Leadership

23/07/2025

University of Haifa Researchers Win Prestigious ISF ‘Beresh*t’ Grants

We’re proud to share that two University of Haifa scholars have been awarded nearly ₪10 million in Beresh*t grants from the Israel Science Foundation—supporting top researchers returning to Israel after postdoctoral training abroad.

🎓Dr. Ziv Ben Zion is leading the STRONG project on stress recovery as a force for national growth.

🎓Dr. Luna Jamal Salameh is exploring the brain-body connection with powerful medical applications.

These researchers embody the University’s spirit of excellence, innovation, and impact. With 50 ISF research grants and 4 equipment grants awarded to the University this year, we continue to lead in cutting-edge research across multiple disciplines.

23/07/2025

What a journey it has been...
Yesterday, we had the honor of celebrating with our current 2024-2025 academic year cohort of students who almost officially completed their master’s degree.
Well done! 👏

We also awarded diplomas to our last year cohort- Class of 2023-2024.

May this milestone be just the beginning of a fulfilling path ahead in your careers, your communities, and your continued pursuit of knowledge.

23/07/2025

a year later 2025

23/07/2025

08/07/2025

Is there a connection between diabetes medication and brain function? 🧠
According to a new study from UHaifa’s School of Health - yes, big time!
Led by Prof. Galit Weinstein, the study on 84,798 adults aged 65+ with type 2 diabetes revealed that newer-generation diabetes medications were linked to up to 39% lower risk of dementia, including Alzheimer’s!
This kind of impact is exactly why we train future public health leaders 🎯

If you’re ready to be part of research that changes lives, our international MPH program is the place to start.
Learn more here 👉 https://uhaifa.org/program/mph/

08/07/2025

On Sunday 6.7.25 ,Maayan Hoffman, Executive Editor & Strategist, ILTV News filmed an new episode of the ILTV News Podcast with our International MPH program Co-director, Dr. Shirra Freeman, our recent graduate, Madison Lewis, and Ms. Galit Diamant, Director of MA Marketing in University of Haifa's International school.
They spoke about innovation, resilience, climate-health, cliff collapses, and what happens when purpose meets education on a mountaintop in Haifa.

📺Watch the episode from Tuesday (08.7.25) at 15:00 on ILTV News: "Can Global Health Leadership Start in Haifa?" https://youtu.be/Gq3r9Ls_m9w?si=VtDtfYRE-IAK7gkU

📸 (From left) Galit Diamant, Maayan Hoffman, Madison Lewis and Dr. Shirra Freeman
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The image was taken from Maayan Hoffman's LinkedIn account- All rights reserved.
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01/07/2025

Our Dr. Ziv Ben-Zion

Virtual chatbots that simulate conversations with famous actors or sci-fi characters can have real-world consequences.

22/06/2025

⚠️ Update on University of Haifa Amid Security Situation:

Due to the current security situation in Israel, we have moved all classes and academic activities online. Since Sunday, all in-person lectures, labs, and campus events are paused until further notice.

The University has also activated 24/7 emotional and academic support services to help students and staff during this challenging time.

We stand in solidarity with our partners, students, and faculty at University of Haifa. Their safety and resilience remain our top priorities as they continue their important work and studies, even in the darkest moments.

May we only know peaceful days ahead!

10/06/2025

Now it’s official: ultra processed foods can lead to Dementia 🥪🍟
New research led by Prof. Galit Weinstein from the University of Haifa’s School of Public Health, in collaboration with Boston University, reveals that the more ultra-processed food people ate in midlife, the higher their risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease later on 🧠
Each additional daily serving was linked to a 13% higher risk; Eating 10 or more servings a day is linked to nearly 3 times the risk of Alzheimer’s.
📌Check out the link in the first comment to read the full article.

This research goes far beyond changing what we choose to eat: it flags the need for new health and nutrition policies on both local and global levels.
Want a career that makes a global impact on nutrition?
Learn more about our Master’s in Public Health (MPH) program:
https://uhaifa.org/program/mph/

09/06/2025

As part of our master's degree studies at the School of Public Health at the University of Haifa, we had last week a powerful and inspiring session, within our course on interventions, support, and care management for people living with obesity. We had the privilege of welcoming Lia Mashiach, the Israeli patient representative of the European Coalition for People Living with Obesity (ECPO).
In a moving and insightful conversation, Lia shared her lived experience and offered a deeply personal perspective on the patient’s journey.
Together, we explored key issues such as:

- Weight-related stigma in healthcare and society
- The roles of healthcare providers and system administrators
- The importance of patient-centered care and patient-oriented research
- The need to listen to and include patients in shaping health policies and practices

This special course summary session was open, honest, and profoundly meaningful, leaving a lasting impression on all of us.



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14/05/2025

What if we could predict PTSD before it erupts?🤔

A groundbreaking study led by Dr. Ziv Ben-Zion from the University of Haifa’s School of Public Health, in collaboration with Yale university, shows it’s possible. By analyzing brain scans of 162 trauma survivors just one month after the traumatic event, his team identified distinct brain activity patterns and successfully predicted who would recover, and who was at risk of long-term PTSD.

📌Research link in the comments.

Want to shape the future of mental health? 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️
Join our MPH program and turn science into real-world impact:
https://uhaifa.org/program/mph/

14/05/2025

Want to know what it’s REALLY like
to study for a Master’s at UHaifa International? 🤩

Join our virtual Open Day on May 25 at 17:30 (IST),
meet Didi - a UHaifa MA student,
hear her authentic personal MA story,
AND get 50% off your application fee! 💝

Apply now and start writing your own MA story!

Save your seat here 👉 https://bit.ly/43gKzJo