About Us

Public Health Unplugged (PH Unplugged) is a student-led journal and podcast that breaks down complex public health research and concepts – and helps make them more understandable beyond the classroom.  

We “unplug” evidence, translate research and tackle misinformation by turning public health concepts into clear, accessible and relevant stories for everyday life. Guided by academic and industry expertise, PH Unplugged bridges the gap between research and the wider community. 

This project is supported by This Is Public Health Association of School and Program of Public Health (ASPPH).

Photo by Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash

Meet the Team

  • Sara Vargovic

    Sara Vargovic

    Student Lead & Founding Co-Editor, Public Health Unplugged | TIPH Public Health Ambassador |

    As a Student Ambassador and Co-Editor, I help bridge the … read more

  • Aditi Ganguly


    Aditi Ganguly is a Master of Public Health student at Deakin University and co-founder of … read more

  • Carah Figueroa

    BMedSc (Hons1), MIPH & MPH, PhD
    Academic Lead, Public Health Unplugged

    I provide academic oversight to the journal and podcast content. I strive to… read more

  • Shane Kavanagh

    BAppSc (Physiotherapy), MPH, PhD, Senior Academic

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  • Aarya Patel

    Web Designer, Public Health Unplugged | Student Wellbeing Ambassador, Deakin University

    Coming from a tech background… read more

  • Anay Kate

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