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In a recent interview with the PCC, UPMC Health Plan's Dr. Alin Severance emphasized that behavioral health integration is a core component of comprehensive primary care. Learn more in our full interview with this primary care champion: https://lnkd.in/gWWJt_Se

Risk and Protective Factors of Family Health and Family Level Interventions — The purpose of this initiative is to advance the science of minority health and health disparities by supporting research on family health and well-being and resilience. The NIMHD Research Framework recognizes family health, family well-being, and family resilience as critically important areas of research. Applications are due May 7, 2025. https://lnkd.in/eQTwgkXy

States are facing an unprecedented rise in the rates of behavioral health conditions. To address this health crisis, state officials are increasingly focused on identifying ways to improve access to high quality behavioral health care, including by defining and tracking how much payers spend to treat behavioral health conditions. Now, several states are calling for a more consistent approach to measurement.  The methodology was designed with input from an Advisory Group of state behavioral health leaders and subject matter experts convened by Milbank Memorial Fund and Freedman HealthCare. #behavioralhealthcare Milbank Memorial Fund https://lnkd.in/dZhhYVB7

In a recent PCC interview, UPMC Health Plan's Dr. Alin Severance discussed the interplay between behavioral health and physical health, and how fragmented care can lead to delays in care and unmet needs. Hear more from this primary care champion ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/ef6rsjce

On the latest episode of #TheOngoingTransformation, Tina D Purnat and Elisabeth Wilhelm talk about how public health workers, civil society organizations, and others can understand and meet communities’ information needs.

Did you know public health researchers have a new tool to tackle health inequities? "The Continuum of Health Equity Practice & Science" outlines seven key steps for injury prevention. Learn more! bit.ly/3CANH9q Centers for Disease Control and Prevention UW Medicine University of Washington School of Social Work

🎙 Please check out the latest episode of The Lancet Public Health in conversation with...podcast in which I talked to Prof Jane Pirkis and Prof Keith Hawton about The Lancet Public Health Series on a public health approach to suicide prevention🎧 Find the full Series here: https://lnkd.in/eZst_3py If this topic affects you or someone you know, please check out befrienders.org to find someone to get in touch with. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

An important article today from the NEJM on public health. Sadly, the gap that is NOT addressed in this article is behavioral health. When will we end the separation of mind and body? https://lnkd.in/dFuD7Bm5

The importance of evidence-based public health cannot be overstated, especially when it comes to critical issues like suicide prevention. It's crucial that our efforts are grounded in data and research, not just opinions. Let's work together to ensure that our strategies are effective and impactful. #IASPMINNEAPOLIS2024

Greetings to our colleagues in Behavioral Health! The Barrins Bulletin, our monthly newsletter on key compliance topics, is now available! This month it covers the crucial role of safety culture in Behavioral Healthcare Organizations, a new CMS rule, the new TJC Restraint & Seclusion requirements, and the tip of the month! Read in-depth into these topics here: https://lnkd.in/gxqQZmaK