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Day 13 of #OneHealthAwarenessMonth Complex Systems / Civil Society and #OneHealth See this video - One Health One Planet™: Systems Thinking Environmental thought leaders discuss systems thinking, an approach to design, planning and operations which is inspired by natural systems and recognizes the interconnections between people and the natural world. https://lnkd.in/epGgAAN9

#SepticSmartWeek continues with a case study. Nationwide, local health organizations, governments, and environmental groups are urging homeowners to prioritize proper septic system maintenance. While failing septic systems affect the entire community, the responsibility for upkeep falls on homeowners. Get inspired by these case studies highlighting how organizations have effectively connected with this audience. #SepticSmart; #SepticSmartWeek; #SepticSystemMaintenance; #WastewaterManagement; #EnvironmentalHealth; #CleanWater; #ProtectOurWater; #HomeownerTips; #SustainableLiving; #WaterQuality; #CommunityHealth; #WaterConservation; #OnsiteWastewater; #SepticAwareness; #SepticMaintenance

Top thing on my mind this afternoon: Continuing down the track of politics & health care, this article lays out 7 thing to know about Tim Walz & health care. https://lnkd.in/eAY-HQaS

The #AthensDiditalHealthWeek2014 offers a large diversity of panels. Check this one that aims to support better insights in how to foster the use of environmental observation to meet OneHealth challenges with health interventions that activate citizens’ vigilance and create thriving communities. https://lnkd.in/djUrRWyi

In #Detroit this week sharing time and space with public health leaders from across the country at the National Association of County and City Health Officials - NACCHO - conference. Yesterday's session: Towards a Just Environment in Wayne County Michigan led by Donele Wilkins, Abdul El-Sayed, MD, DPhil, Samuel Stolper and Darren Riley was an outstanding example of how public health protection and local air quality information go hand-in-hand and how you can't have one without the other. The panel's insights were really powerful - sharing a few below: Abdul El-Sayed, MD, DPhil: "What we are describing/building is an organizing tool" This simple statement struck me as profound. The information captured and shared from a highly granular, locally relevant monitoring network is the organizing tool. Policy change is the Holy Grail - but working backwards from that goal you see that 'so much of what is missing is public voice on the microphone'. This is where the distributed network has power - 'soft power' Donele Wilkins: "Those who bear the brunt of the pollution exposure must be heard and responded to" Community voice, expertise and trust are vital to advancing progress. For far too long local public health officials have not truly listened or responded to community air quality concerns - but there is a shift underway and more and more folks at the public health level are paying attention - in many cases thanks to Donele's tireless efforts. Darren Riley: Comparing the widespread adoption of local air quality monitoring with the impact of police body cams. You add the tech and the world now sees what's happening. Powerful analogy to an otherwise invisible threat. So much more work to do. But I am deeply inspired by the humility and dedication of this group. Onward. #airquality #publichealth

Understanding Our Environment: The Key to Healthier Communities As we continue to explore the profound impact our environment has on public health, it’s essential to recognize the connections between environmental health and the well-being of our communities. Every aspect of our surroundings—from the air we breathe to the water we drink—plays a crucial role in shaping our health outcomes. Join us for an enlightening conversation where we’ll delve into how environmental factors influence civic health and what we can do to foster a healthier, more sustainable future for all. This discussion is not just about observing; it’s about taking action. 🔗 you will find the Registration information below 👇🏼 Let’s come together to connect the dots between our environment and our health. Your insights and engagement are crucial as we tackle these challenges head-on to ensure a thriving future for our communities. #PublicHealth #EnvironmentalHealth #CommunityHealth #Sustainability #CivicEngagement

Capacity building and training requires providing targeted resources at multiple levels - community, institutional, and health systems - and must support a diverse set of people. Read full story in our Impact Report, "Building Capacity Through Innovative Thinking". Link: bit.ly/3Tjrcvk #ChildhoodCancerAwarnessMonth

Where we live, learn, work, and play are the building blocks of our health. Check out the newly-released statewide health assessment to understand how opportunity, nature, and belonging shape the health of all people in Minnesota: https://lnkd.in/g-p_bn2z.

Improving the health of our communities is central to our mission, which is why we continue to prioritize health at the individual, community, and systemic levels. Learn more about the impact our investments have made in our 2023 #CommunityHealth Snapshot: https://k-p.li/3V0kA68

Is your public health team falling behind? In our new case study, discover the game-changing strategy that transformed one state health department division's workforce and supercharged its community impact. https://lnkd.in/epvFjPug