MPH/PhD for physical anthropologist?

[elunia]

I am planning to start a PhD in the fall with a focus on bioarchaeology (so I will be in a physical anthro program). My particular interest is in health and disease, and I want to have the freedom to take my research into modern health issues. Several of the schools I am looking at offer the possibility of a joint MPH/PhD for anthro students. Most of the people who take advantage of this seem to be med anth/cultural anthro students, but I think it might work well paired with a degree in physical anthro.

I'm concerned about funding for this and also how it will fit into my PhD course of study, or how it might delay completion of this degree. But, it might also mean I had more options when it comes time to look for a job. Any thoughts?

Thanks!