Beat #3- Key People

 Three Key People Who Influence Health

By Janiyah Townsend

ATLANTA- Identifying reliable and influential sources is essential for effective health reporting. For this beat, I selected three individuals whose expertise, public communication, and credibility make them valuable resources. Each person contributes meaningfully to discussions about public health, student wellness, or medical reporting in the Atlanta region.

Below are their names, titles, contact information, and social media accounts.

Dr. Jodie Guest

Title: Vice Chair of Epidemiology, Emory University Rollins School of Public Health

Email: jodie.guest@emory.edu

Social Media: Twitter: @JodieLGuest

Dr. Jodie Guest is a respected epidemiologist who has been widely recognized for her work on COVID-19 community outreach, HIV prevention, and health equity in the Atlanta region. She regularly speaks to media outlets, participates in community health programs, and helps interpret public health data for general audiences. She is a key source for understanding local health trends that impact student populations.

 Beth Galvin

Title: Medical and Health Reporter, FOX 5 Atlanta

Email: beth.galvin@fox.com

Social Media: Twitter: @BethGalvinFOX5

Beth Galvin covers health stories throughout the Atlanta metro area, translating complex medical information into clear, accessible reporting. She reports on hospital systems, new treatments, disease outbreaks, and community health concerns. Her work helps reveal how public health issues affect everyday residents, including college students, young adults, and underserved communities.

Dr. Jen Caudle

Title: Board-certified Family Physician, National Health Influencer

Email: info@drjencaudle.com

Social Media: Instagram: @drjencaudle | TikTok: @drjencaudle

Dr. Jen Caudle is a widely recognized health influencer who uses social media to educate the public on preventive health, mental wellness, sexual health, stress management and common medical misunderstandings. Her clear communication style and evidence-based content make her a valuable source for understanding how young adults including college students consume health information online. Her content often addresses topics directly connected to my health beat.