Pam Jenkins’ Post

Oregon uses accountability metrics to demonstrate the value of a modern public health system. In the "Reimagining Public Health" issue, Kusuma Madamala of the Oregon Health Authority and coauthors examine the development of Oregon's public health accountability metrics since 2012. The researchers conclude that these metrics indicate that investment in public health can improve health outcomes and “can be used to foster collective actions across sectors and partners to achieve the policy and system change necessary for eliminating health inequities.” Read the full article: https://bit.ly/4bKpni1

This week we celebrate Public Health Week (April 1-7) and all who lead, work, and advance #publichealth🎉 Public health saved your life TODAY and you don’t even know it! 💡 Consider these questions: 👉🏾What is the connection between public health & public trust? 👉🏾What role can each of us play in a more holistic approach to health? 👉🏾why do you think data is important for shaping public health policies & health interventions that save lives? Check out PBS new documentary The Invisible Shield! Four part series: 📘The Old Playbook 📊Follow the Data 💉Inoculation & Inequity 🆕 New Playbook https://lnkd.in/eagbQmFe

Public health professionals have to communicate timely public health information in an increasingly complex environment. Misinformation is pervasive across disciplines, but there are unique impacts on the field of public health: -Erosion of trust in public health -Compromised public health communications -Inequitable health outcomes With PHCC's new resource, The Public Health Communicators Guide to Misinformation, you can learn more about the current landscape of trending false narratives and tips and tools for assessing risk and responding. Download the guide: https://lnkd.in/g2USp4Un Questions about the content? Let me know! I’m a #PHCCAmbassador.

Public health professionals have to communicate timely public health information in an increasingly complex environment. Misinformation is pervasive across disciplines, but there are unique impacts on the field of public health: -Erosion of trust in public health -Compromised public health communications -Inequitable health outcomes With PHCC's new resource, The Public Health Communicators Guide to Misinformation, you can learn more about the current landscape of trending false narratives and tips and tools for assessing risk and responding. Download the guide: https://lnkd.in/eWwD9fR3 Questions about the content? Reach out to me. I’m a #PHCCAmbassador. @PublicHealthCommunicationsCollaborative

"Public health saved your life today, and you don't even know it." That's why it's crucial to invest in public health. The Invisible Shield, a documentary highlighting the importance of public health, airs on PBS this week. Don't miss out on this important documentary! #InvestinPublicHealth #PublicHealth

October is #HealthLiteracyMonth! As we recognize the importance of clear, effective communication in improving public health, tackling misinformation has never been more critical. Public health professionals have to communicate timely public health information in an increasingly complex environment. Misinformation is pervasive across disciplines, but there are unique impacts on the field of public health: ➡ Erosion of trust in public health ➡ Compromised public health communications ➡ Inequitable health outcomes With PHCC’s new resource, The Public Health Communicators Guide to Misinformation, you can learn more about the current landscape of trending false narratives and tips and tools for assessing risk and responding. Download the guide: https://lnkd.in/eHXEsHyY #PHCCAmbassador

Today’s #NPHW theme is New Tools and Innovations. Join the movement for a proactive and preventive approach to health. Let’s champion innovation, support research and build stronger, healthier communities. Support efforts of The American Public Health Association (APHA) to advance public health and science so all people and populations can thrive, and invest in your local research institutions and innovators. Together we thrive. Invest in public health. https://shorturl.at/bdBQ4

Are you stuck trying to communicate the role of public health? Start with this impact formula that we developed in collaboration with the de Beaumont Foundation. Download the full toolkit here: https://lnkd.in/eZwhKPAJ

🌍 **Strengthening Public Health Resilience: A Commitment to Global Health Security** 🌍 At **Global Infectious and Public Health Partners LLC**, we are dedicated to enhancing public health outcomes through comprehensive and proactive approaches to health emergencies. From the local to the global stage, our initiatives are structured to deliver lasting impact: 🔹 **Daily**: We engage with local health systems to provide real-time data analysis, support frontline workers, and respond rapidly to emerging threats. 🔹 **Weekly**: Our teams collaborate with nationwide health agencies to assess trends, conduct training sessions, and ensure preparedness for outbreaks and other public health crises. 🔹 **Monthly**: We evaluate progress on public health policies, share knowledge with global health networks, and implement scalable solutions aimed at long-term sustainability. 🔹 **Yearly**: Our global partnerships allow us to lead comprehensive assessments and reports, guide policy development, and align efforts with international health standards for a safer, healthier world. Together, we are building a more resilient future, ensuring that no community, nation, or region faces health challenges alone. 🌐 #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #HealthSecurity #PandemicPreparedness #HealthcareResilience #EmergencyResponse #GlobalHealthPartners

What are Digital Public Health Interventions? First Steps Toward a Definition and an Intervention Classification Framework DIGITAL PUBLIC HEALTH is an emerging field in population-based research and practice. The fast development of digital technologies provides a fundamentally new understanding of improving public health by using digitalization, especially in prevention and health promotion.