Combine your interest in health with the power of communication. Learn to communicate health information clearly, understand how communication shapes health decisions and experiences, and develop skills that apply across healthcare, public health, nonprofits, advocacy, and other health-related settings.
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"The all-online Interdisciplinary Studies program was ideal for my situation. After I started, I found that I was interested in and enjoyed the Public Health courses offered, and these led me to the Health Communication major."Kendall NellisClass of 2026, Health Communication major
Effective communication can shape health decisions, relationships, and outcomes. EIU’s interdisciplinary Health Communication minor combines communication and public health, helping you understand how people give, receive, and act on health information. Build practical skills for communicating with patients, professionals, organizations, and communities.
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