May, 2024

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A simple quantum internet with significant possibilities

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

It's one thing to dream up a quantum internet that could send hacker-proof information around the world via photons superimposed in different quantum states. It's quite another to physically show it's possible. That's exactly what physicists have done, using existing Boston-area telecommunication fiber, in a demonstration of the world's longest fiber distance between two quantum memory nodes to date.

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APHA-affiliated health associations working to diversify health data

Public Health Newswire

Six Affiliates supporting All of Us Research Program

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Grassroots to global, the evolution of a Public Health professional, with Glenn Laverack

Public Health Blog

In this episode, Sujani sits down with Glenn Laverack, a seasoned public health professional whose career has spanned continents and been shaped by his diverse experiences. His early years engaged with grassroots initiatives laid the foundation for a deep understanding of the local context, an asset that would become invaluable as he navigated the complex world of global health.

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Gen AI Helps Developers Automate Writing Coding

Smart Data Collective

Automate coding tasks with Gen AI - the ultimate tool for developers to streamline writing and enhance productivity.

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Self-Care A-Z—How To Have a Super-Self-Care-Summer: A Weekly Guide

The New Social Worker

The New Social Worker is going on summer break June-August and won’t be doing new posts. However, we’re not neglecting you! Join us in having a Super-Self-Care-Summer!

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Virginia hospital wins CMS Health Equity Award

Becker's Hospital Review - Health Equity

"Augusta Health receives CMS Health Equity Award for its efforts to eliminate health disparities through a primary care mobile clinic program, serving rural and

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Climate changes threatens well-being of American workforce, businesses

Public Health Newswire

Decreased production and higher health care costs for businesses are projected outcomes

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Crafting a career in Public Health: tales of serendipity and success, with Christie VanHorne

Public Health Blog

This week, our guest Christie VanHorne shares her career trajectory into public health from a background in history and involvement in humanitarian efforts.

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AI-Powered Analytics: Unveiling Hidden Insights in Point-of-Sale Data

Smart Data Collective

AI technology can help sales people make the most of POS systems, which helps them reach their goals more easily.

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From Student Intern to Professional: Transition Smoothly Into Social Work Practice

The New Social Worker

If you're a student intern moving into professional social work, you might have many questions about what to expect, where to find mentors, and how to find the right job. This guide offers you practical advice your new career.

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Three Health Departments Awarded Initial Accreditation and Nine Health Departments Awarded Reaccreditation Status by the Public Health Accreditation Board

PHAB

Media Contact: Keith Coleman kcoleman@phaboard.org info@phaboard.org Accredited health departments demonstrate their commitment to transparency, health equity, and quality improvement. May 29, 2024—Alexandria, VA— Today, the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) announced 12 public health departments that have achieved accreditation or reaccreditation status after completing a comprehensive review process against national standards.

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Wild orangutan treats wound with pain-relieving plant

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

A wild orangutan was observed applying a plant with known medicinal properties to a wound, a first for a wild animal.

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All of Us dataset can improve health of rural residents

Public Health Newswire

National Rural Health Association helping recruit program participants

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Controlling and Preventing Emerging Bacterial Zoonoses in Nigeria

Public Health Blog

Bacterial zoonoses are infectious diseases caused by bacteria that can be transmitted from animals to humans. They tend to re-emerge, posing significant challenges to public health. This article sheds light on the control, prevention, and intervention measures for emerging bacterial zoonoses in Nigeria, the most populated nation in Africa.

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AI Helps Businesses Save Money with Better Financial Management

Smart Data Collective

AI can help small businesses improve their financial management practices, which helps them save money.

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Your Social Work Career Coach — A Message for Our Social Work Graduates: Your Legacy Starts Here

The New Social Worker

As you step into the world with knowledge and a passion to make a difference, remember that your legacy starts now. Every choice you make, every relationship you build, and every challenge you overcome contributes to the lasting impact you will have.

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Why do we neglect new mothers? The urgent need for maternal mental health support

Becker's Hospital Review - Health Equity

"Discover the challenges and barriers new mothers face in receiving adequate mental health care during and after pregnancy, and learn about solutions to support

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Scientists work out the effects of exercise at the cellular level

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

The health benefits of exercise are well known but new research shows that the body's response to exercise is more complex and far-reaching than previously thought. In a study on rats, a team of scientists has found that physical activity causes many cellular and molecular changes in all 19 of the organs they studied in the animals.

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All of Us partner building Arab American representation in research

Public Health Newswire

Q&A with Alhawraa Alkhafaji: ‘You always have to advocate for your communities’

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Trust yourself to dream big, with former refugee & global health advocate Yasir Essar, MSc

Public Health Blog

In our latest podcast episode, we delve into a story of transition, courage, and the unwavering human spirit as our guest, Yasir Essar, swapped his dentistry scrubs for a career in public health amid the chaotic backdrop of a global pandemic and geopolitical turmoil.

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Top Tips for Keeping Your AI Startup’s IT Staff Inspired

Smart Data Collective

AI startups should invest in the right IT support staff if they want to be successful.

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Book Review: Every 90 Seconds: Our Common Cause Ending Violence Against Women

The New Social Worker

Read The New Social Worker's book review of Every 90 Seconds: Our Common Cause Ending Violence Against Women by Anne P. DePrince. Reviewed by Shakima Tozay.

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Epidemiology 101: The Science Behind Infectious Disease Control

Gideon

Understanding disease spread is at the core of epidemiology. It’s not just about counting infected cases or outbreaks; it’s about grasping how and why diseases spread. Here is a primer on epidemiology, epidemiologists, outbreaks, epidemics, and pandemics. Learn more on the GIDEON blog. The post Epidemiology 101: The Science Behind Infectious Disease Control appeared first on GIDEON.

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AI headphones let wearer listen to a single person in a crowd, by looking at them just once

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Engineers have developed an artificial intelligence system that lets someone wearing headphones look at a person speaking for three to five seconds to 'enroll' them. The system then plays just the enrolled speaker's voice in real time, even as the pair move around in noisy environments.

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APHA-affiliated health associations working to diversify health data

Public Health Newswire

Six Affiliates supporting All of Us Research Program

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PHAB CEO Announcement

PHAB

Media Contact: Keith Coleman, VP of Communications and Public Affairs KColeman@phaboard.org info@phaboard.org We are pleased to announce, and invite nominations for, the search for the Public Health Accreditation Board’s next Chief Executive Officer. As the nation’s sole provider of public health accreditation, the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) seeks a visionary, dynamic new leader who can build on the organization’s recent success to support a healthy, vibrant public health field nat

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AI Leads to Breakthroughs in GUI Brainstorming Software

Smart Data Collective

AI has led to some major breakthroughs in GUI brainstorming software.

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What About Social Justice? Wage Equity for Social Workers

The New Social Worker

It is important to recognize that approximately half of degreed social workers are earning less than the median yearly income. As a result, many social workers are living below the living wage needed to support a household of two or more persons.

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Large Animal Disease Outbreaks Around the World

Gideon

Understanding animal disease outbreaks is essential for everyone, not just farmers and veterinarians. These outbreaks can greatly affect our economy, health, and daily lives. Animal diseases can wipe out entire herds, causing financial problems for farmers and higher food prices for everyone. Even more worrying, some diseases can spread to humans, creating serious health risks.

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Stretchable e-skin could give robots human-level touch sensitivity

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

A stretchy electronic skin could equip robots and other devices with the same softness and touch sensitivity as human skin, opening up new possibilities to perform tasks that require a great deal of precision and control of force.

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APHA-affiliated health associations working to diversify health data

Public Health Newswire

Six Affiliates supporting All of Us Research Program

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New Jobs and Internships in Maternal, Newborn and Child Health

Maternal Health Task Force

Interested in a position in reproductive, maternal, newborn, child or adolescent health? Every month, the Maternal Health Task Force rounds up job and internship postings from around the globe. Here are positions open for applications in May 2024. Africa: Job Organization Location Temporary Appointment: GBV Sub-Cluster Coordinator, Pemba, Mozambique, P-3 UNFPA Mozambique Deputy Representative, South Sudan, P5 UNFPA South Sudan Chief of Party, USAID/Uganda Urban Health Activity Save the Children

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Linux VPS Management Skills for Data Scientists

Smart Data Collective

Every data scientist should understand how to use a Linux VPS.

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Self-Care A-Z: Self-Care Is Elemental

The New Social Worker

Self-care interacts with and must be integrated into every aspect of life. As such, it’s linked to the five basic elements of nature: fire, water, earth, air, and space.

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