Careers in public health are varied; they involve a wide variety of skillsets and can take all kinds of forms - some that you may not even know exist.

To help give you an idea of the kinds of jobs and careers that exist in the public health field, we have spoken to current professionals and students to share their experiences.

Read their stories here:

Public Health Career Stories: James McInerney

James leads on the Healthy Weight and Physical Activity agenda for the NW regional team at the Office Health Improvement & Disparities

Public Health Career Stories: Aimee Stimpson

Aimee works at the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) as a Deputy Director for Health Improvement and Workforce Development.

Public Health Career Stories: Luke Oldham

Luke is studying on a Public Health Practitioner apprenticeship with an eye to progressing onto a Masters course.

Public Health Career Stories: Uchenna Anderline Onu

Uchenna is currently studying for her MSc in Public Health at University of Salford and looking pursue a career in health policy, community health, or epidemiology.

Public Health Career Stories: Matthew Thompson

Matthew works as a Public Health Practitioner at St Helens Council, leading on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, Smoking Cessation and Workplace Health.

Public Health Career Stories: Saima Nafis

Saima is a lecturer at the University of Salford, where she delivers courses in public health and oversees the development of students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.