NC Health News

DECEMBER 10, 2024

By Jennifer Fernandez When the remnants of Hurricane Helene tore through western North Carolina , nurses based in schools and medical personnel from school-based health centers jumped in to help. The Hendersonville-based system supports more than three dozen school-based health centers in western North Carolina. As of Dec.

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KFF Health News

OCTOBER 11, 2024

And with rising rents and evictions, and decreased access to federal public housing, the use of extended-stay hotels as a long-term option is becoming more frequent. In the Atlanta area, inspections of extended-stay hotels have revealed ventilation issues, insect infestations, mold, and other health threats.

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Association of Health Care Journalists

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Moderator: Josh McGhee , Chicago bureau chief and investigative reporter, MindSite News Adrienne Breidenstine, MSW , vice president, policy and communications, Behavioral Health System Baltimore Joseph Getch, M.S., MBA , CEO, HopeLink Behavioral Health Mariana Izraelson, Psy.D., Crisis response. Crisis stabilization. Follow-up care.

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Association of Health Care Journalists

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

chief 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline officer, Vibrant Emotional Health Julie Wertheimer , project director, mental health and justice partnerships, The Pew Charitable Trusts View slides Listen to session More coverage Approximately 2 million people with serious mental health issues are jailed each year, often for misdemeanor crimes.

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PHIG Partners

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The Missouri Department of Mental Health’s WORKplace WELLbeing initiative, backed by PHIG funding, emphasizes the importance of mental health and overall well-being, and has significantly enhanced workplace wellness for public health staff. logo, brochures, posters) and bite-sized micro lessons for staff.

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NC Health News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Department of Public Safety , which runs juvenile detention facilities, has filed a series of responses categorically denying the lawsuit’s claims of any policy or practice of regular solitary confinement for young people. The Department of Public Safety oversees 10 state-run detention centers and four county-operated facilities.

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Big Cities Health Coalition

DECEMBER 9, 2024

New (2024) study of big city health departments shows they are in dire need of epidemiologists. The shortfall puts at risk the nations efforts to quickly detect and respond to health threats. As emergency dollars end or are rescinded, the shortfall of these public health data experts threatens to grow even further.

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Fund for Public Health NYC

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Olympian Gabrielle (“Gabby”) Thomas is the Grand M arshal for the 2024 TCS NYC Marathon. Thomas has a Master of Public Health degree in Epidemiology and volunteers in public health clinics. Gabby, thank you for inspiring so many people through your passion for running and commitment to public health.

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Black Health Matters

OCTOBER 28, 2024

We need mental health interventions and support systems that resonate with our community and acknowledge the specific barriers we face. Drawing from the 2024 Public Perception of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Poll, she shares key findings from the study.

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Black Health Matters

AUGUST 9, 2024

At the Paris 2024 Olympics, Black women athletes talked openly about vulnerability, mental health, competing against themselves, supporting others (even “rivals”), and past failures. Simone Biles led the way, especially when we think about mental health and Black girl magic.

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UNC Epidemiology Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

What’s your role in public health? I’m a second-year Master of Public Health student in the Health Behavior concentration. Now that I’m in my third semester, I feel like I’ve gotten my bearings and have more flexibility to explore everything both public health and the Triangle area have to offer.

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Fund for Public Health NYC

MARCH 13, 2024

Ashwin Vasan today announced that the Adams administration — in partnership with the Fund for Public Health NYC and The Clinton Global Initiative — will host a conference to discuss how New York City can improve Black maternal health and significantly reduce preventable maternal deaths.

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HEALTHBEAT

OCTOBER 11, 2024

And with rising rents and evictions, and decreased access to federal public housing, the use of extended-stay hotels as a long-term option is becoming more frequent. In the Atlanta area, inspections of extended-stay hotels have revealed ventilation issues, insect infestations, mold, and other health threats.

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Black Health Matters

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Health in the Virginias Imagine living where mental health support is readily available, and community well-being is a top priority. Now, picture a neighboring state where mental health struggles are heightened and resources are scarce. Virginia’s Success in Health and Wellness Have you ever heard of Falls Church?

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Nature Mental Health

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Nature Mental Health, Published online: 05 December 2024; doi:10.1038/s44220-024-00375-2 Childhood adversity is a powerful driver of negative physical and mental health outcomes. New research may help to elucidate some of the neurobiological mechanisms associated with the experience of childhood adversity.

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The Network for Public Health Law

AUGUST 7, 2024

Call for Applications for Legal and Policy Assistance to Promote Racial Health Equity Deadline: September 9, 2024 Join us for an informational webinar Thursday, August 29, 2024 | 12 – 1:00 p.m. The Network for Public Health Law supports health and health equity through law and policy.

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Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

OCTOBER 3, 2024

million cooperative agreement from the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau (HRSA MCHB) to build the capacity of public health leaders at the state and local level to effectively use policy approaches related to housing and food security for MCH populations.

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Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

OCTOBER 16, 2024

million cooperative agreement from the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau (HRSA MCHB) to build the capacity of public health leaders at the state and local level to effectively use policy approaches related to housing and food security for MCH populations.

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Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Every year, AMCHP recognizes individuals in the maternal and child health (MCH) community who have gone above and beyond to positively impact those around them. MacQueen Lecture Award : For innovation in the field of maternal and child health. You can also visit our webpage to view past winners from 2024 and 2023 for inspiration.

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HEALTHBEAT

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Sign up for Your Local Epidemiologist New York and get Dr. Marisa Donnellys community public health forecast in your inbox a day early. Last month, the March of Dimes released its annual report on maternal and infant health in the United States. And its not just the health of the babies scoring low.

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National Network of Public Health Institutes

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Despite recognizing data improvement as a potential strategy to address the increasing chronic disease burden in the United States, the public health sector has struggled to keep pace with advances and innovation in data. However, while surveys such as these are valuable, they come with certain limitations.

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The Hill

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Since 2020, the Department of Health and Human Services and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) have allowed physicians to prescribe schedule II to V controlled substances without in-person medical evaluations. Last year, the two agencies extended these flexibility measures through the end of 2024.

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Better Health For All

DECEMBER 19, 2024

As we approach the end of another busy year for public health, I wanted to reflect on some of the achievements of the Faculty and the extraordinary contribution of our members during the past 12 months. This December marks not only the close of 2024, but also the final six months of my Presidency.

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HEALTHBEAT

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeat’s free New York City newsletter here. Dr. Ashwin Vasan, commissioner of the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, told the audience that rat control is “deeply core to public health,” and presents an opportunity to advance health equity.

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NC Health News

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

A 2024 survey of North Carolina residents found that more than three-quarters (78 percent) of people who disputed an incorrect medical bill were able to resolve the issue in their favor. Often, the first bill you receive from a health care provider has just one big number showing what you owe. Delay before you pay. Build your case.

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Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Call for New AMCHP Association Committee Members is Open Through November 8 Are you interested in effecting meaningful change nationally and have your voice heard on maternal and child health (MCH) matters? MacQueen Lecture Award : For innovation in the field of maternal and child health.

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National Council on Urban Indian Health

OCTOBER 9, 2024

October 9, 2024) – The National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) has released a new resource to combat the significant mental health challenges facing American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON, D.C. Algonquin). “We

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Bamboo News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Access to timely behavioral health services remains a pressing public health concern. 2024, Bamboo Health took part in the Medicaid Enterprise Systems Conference (MESC) 2024 conference in Louisville, KY, which centered on Medicaid systems and related health policy.

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BU School of Public Health Blog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

September 27, 2024 0 Jillian McKoy Twitter Facebook Up to 45 percent of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) cases could be prevented by modifiable risk factors, but current research is limited to observational studies that make it difficult to establish definitive causes.

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The Cofounder

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The following student organizations are currently accepting applications for their executive board positions: Rollins African Diaspora Student Association (RADSA): Application | Due November 14, 2024 Asian Pacific Islander Desi Association (APIDA): Application | Due November 15, 2024 Georgia Public Health Ambassadors (GPHA): Application | (..)

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HEALTHBEAT

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeat’s free New York City newsletter here. Drug overdose deaths in New York City decreased in 2023 for the first time in four years, according to data released Thursday by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Contact Eliza at efawcett@healthbeat.org.

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

This addiction is not just about taste preferences; it’s a ticking time bomb for severe health issues. These health problems are harbingers of more significant issues like heart disease and diabetes, setting the stage for a future fraught with chronic health challenges. One of the most immediate concerns is tooth decay.

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NC Health News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The largest over-the-year increase was recorded by the Asheville-Buncombe Continuum of Care , which went from having 573 residents experiencing homelessness in 2023 to 739 in 2024 a nearly 29 percent surge. Credit: Jaymie Baxley/NC Health News The market isnt much better for buyers. Data from the count is used by the U.S.

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Your Local Epidemiologist

OCTOBER 16, 2024

YLE is taking our own advice by being upfront: This post is based on data and our personal values system that highly prioritizes public health. Our goal here is to lay out, to the best of our ability, what a policy would mean based on objective data and personal experiences watching how public health works in real life.

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The NACCHO Podcast Series

MAY 17, 2024

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that local health departments connect individuals to testing if they observe an increase in sick animals and farmworkers, utilize CDC communication resources, and ensure that farms and farmworkers have access to PPE. For more information, visit www.naccho.org.

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NC Health News

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Donna Salgado, a formerly incarcerated woman who serves as a peer support specialist and community health worker on Trilliums reentry team , said expanding the communitys understanding is vital to building a society with better support. You cant do better until you know better, she said. You cant do better until you know better, she said.

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HEALTHBEAT

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeat’s free New York City newsletter here. Kathy Hochul to declare the opioid crisis a public health emergency in its 2024 report. The board also renewed its call for a public health emergency declaration for the opioid crisis, which Hochul has resisted.

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