As a public health analyst, you support the health of the general public by using data to suggest policies to the appropriate legislative or regulatory entities. Public health analysts often work with or for the government to address topics like environmental hazards, infectious diseases, substance abuse, and access to health care. Many public health analysts also communicate with community groups and service providers, produce news releases, help manage projects, and fulfill additional duties and responsibilities as assigned. Most public health analysts work regular hours, but employers may call you in to respond to emerging health threats like outbreaks of infectious diseases.