APHL

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

A public health success story The Laboratory Response Network (LRN) is the nation’s laboratory emergency response system, linking local, state and federal public health laboratories with , food, veterinary, environmental and agricultural laboratories as well as military and international laboratory centers.

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Emergency Preparedness and Response Healthcare Systems and Hospitals 77

Association of Health Care Journalists

JANUARY 9, 2025

The wildfire crisis in California is not just an environmental disaster but a significant public health emergency with immediate and long-term consequences. Highlight efforts to improve community preparedness and adaptation strategies for future wildfire seasons. As of Jan. In the past, wildfire smoke has extended to the East Coast.

Climate Change and Health 124

Climate Change and Health Mental Health and Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Disaster and Emergency Management 124

UK Health Security

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Measures to protect against humans from bird flu UKHSA works with the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), Food Standards Agency (FSA), and the public health agencies of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to monitor the risk to human health from emerging influenza viruses.

Emergency Preparedness and Response 127

Emergency Preparedness and Response Disease Surveillance Public Health Agencies 127

HEALTHBEAT

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Deputy Commissioner Chris Rustin and Public Health Emergency Preparedness Director Leah Hoffacker are slated to provide updates on the response to Hurricane Helene. The hurricane resulted in at least 30 deaths in the state and a declaration of emergency in all 159 Georgia counties.

Emergency Preparedness and Response 53

Emergency Preparedness and Response 53

NC Health News

JANUARY 13, 2025

The tool kit was produced in 2022 through a collaboration between Americares , a nonprofit that provides health-focused aid in response to disasters, and the Center for Climate, Health, and the Global Environment at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. There are more than 40 free online resources, written in English and Spanish.

Climate Change and Health 113

Climate Change and Health Disaster and Emergency Management Emergency Preparedness and Response Environmental Health and Safety 113

University of Minnesota School of Public Health

JANUARY 16, 2025

Recent public health crises have highlighted the urgent need for a stronger public health response system that is flexible and able to adapt to the unique needs of particular regions… Continue reading →

Environmental Health 52

Environmental Health 52

UNC Epidemiology Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Student Ashley Hester is an emergency response expert. My role with the EHS Department is both an assistant fire marshal and the Emergency Response Team training coordinator. My role with the EHS Department is both an assistant fire marshal and the Emergency Response Team training coordinator.

Emergency Preparedness and Response 64

Emergency Preparedness and Response Disaster and Emergency Management Environmental Health and Safety Environmental Health 64

Frontiers

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

COVID-19 pandemics: ethical, legal and social issues Edited by Dov Greenbaum; David Gurwitz; Yann Joly PDF Bioactive Compounds, Lifestyle Factors and Neurodegenerative Diseases Edited by Binosha Fernando; Stephanie R Rainey-Smith; Tejal Shah PDF The Nobel Collection – Volume 1 Edited by Robert T Knight; Idan Segev PDF Machine Learning in Neuroscience (..)

Emergency Preparedness and Response 102

Emergency Preparedness and Response Climate Change and Health 102

Big Cities Health Coalition

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The Big Cities Health Coalition and 112 other organizations urge Senate and House leadership to pass a comprehensive reauthorization of the Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act (PAHPA) before the end of 2024.

Emergency Preparedness and Response 52

Emergency Preparedness and Response 52

Rural Health Information Hub

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Summarizes key concepts from a July 2024 workshop that explored how to support the capacity of Indigenous American and tribal communities and nations to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and public health emergencies.

Disaster and Emergency Management 40

Disaster and Emergency Management 40

KFF Health News

OCTOBER 25, 2024

. “I have been distressed and depressed by the lack of epidemiologic data and the lack of surveillance,” said Nicole Lurie, formerly the assistant secretary for preparedness and response in the Obama administration. “But a handful of mild symptoms don’t warrant a heavy-handed response.”

Emergency Preparedness and Response 145

Emergency Preparedness and Response Disease Surveillance Communicable Diseases Health Policy 145

The NACCHO Podcast Series

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Later in the program, in a nod to National Preparedness Month, Ian Goldstein sits down with Michelle (Shelly) Schwedhelm, executive director for Emergency Management & Biopreparedness at Nebraska Medicine.

Emergency Preparedness and Response 40

Emergency Preparedness and Response Disaster and Emergency Management 40

UNC Epidemiology Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Gillings alum Lisa Barrios is the first director of the Division of Readiness and Response Science at the CDC. I recently became the first director of the Division of Readiness and Response Science in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Office of Readiness and Response. What’s your role in public health?

Emergency Preparedness and Response 64

Emergency Preparedness and Response Environmental Health and Safety Violence Prevention Health Education 64

The Network for Public Health Law

MAY 2, 2024

Allison’s expertise and track record in public health emergency preparedness and response, immunization law and policy, health information technology and telemedicine are widely recognized. The Network is pleased to announce the appointment of Allison Winnike as Director of the Network’s Western Region Team. Allison holds a J.D.

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting 52

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Emergency Preparedness and Response Health Policy Health Equity 52

NC Health News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The work was visible as society reeled from an unprecedented health emergency that disrupted life for so many. These workers are the bedrock of community health, often the first line of prevention in working to keep people healthy and the first to respond to emerging public health threats. That is what the public health workforce does.”

Mental Health and Public Health 94

Mental Health and Public Health Health Education and Training Organizations Emergency Preparedness and Response Disaster and Emergency Management 94

Research America

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

What emerging public health threats do you think professionals should be prepared to address in the next 5-10 years? One of the most pressing emerging public health threats is the rise of health misinformation across digital platforms. Upon graduating, what do you plan to do with your degree?

Health Policy and Advocacy Organizations 105

Health Policy and Advocacy Organizations Academic and Research Institutions Health Equity Health Policy 105

Big Cities Health Coalition

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

BCHC highlights the need for sustained funding to strengthen public health infrastructure and prepare for future health emergencies. These investments would ensure more robust data systems, enhance disease prevention efforts, and strengthen the nation’s overall public health response.

Emergency Preparedness and Response 52

Emergency Preparedness and Response Violence Prevention 52

The NACCHO Podcast Series

APRIL 30, 2020

Later in the program, Ian talks with Lynn Johnson, Assistant Secretary at HHS’ Administration for Children and Families (ACF), and Natalie Grant, Director of the Office of Human Services, Emergency Preparedness and Response.

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Emergency Preparedness and Response 40

National Network of Public Health Institutes

APRIL 3, 2025

TRAIN Montana Homepage To address this challenge, Montana turned to the TRAIN Learning Network , a national platform powered by the Public Health Foundation (PHF) that provides access to thousands of high-quality, expertly vetted trainings for agencies and individuals in the public health, healthcare, and preparedness sectors.

Health Education and Training Organizations 52

Health Education and Training Organizations Tribal Health Environmental Health and Safety Emergency Preparedness and Response 52

The NACCHO Podcast Series

APRIL 2, 2020

On this week’s NACCHO Podcast Series episode, Ian Goldstein talks with NACCHO Chief of Programs and Services Dr. Oscar Alleyne about his time in the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR) Emergency Operations Center. They also discuss the vital role of local health departments in the COVID-19 response.

Emergency Preparedness and Response 40

Emergency Preparedness and Response 40

The NACCHO Podcast Series

MAY 2, 2019

Later in the program, Ian Goldstein sat down with Director for Emergency Preparedness and Response at the Broward County Health Department Terri Sudden. Sudden talks about her health departments response to two mass shootings; one at the Ft. They also discuss the Climate Action Now Act (H.R. 9) in the House.

Emergency Preparedness and Response 40

Emergency Preparedness and Response 40

ProMED

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Samdesk, the fastest crisis detection platform, is proud to announce a first of its kind partnership with the International Society for Infectious Diseases (ISID)’s Program for Monitoring Emerging Diseases, better known as ProMED, the leading producer of global infectious disease early warning alerts.

Emergency Preparedness and Response 52

Emergency Preparedness and Response Disaster and Emergency Management Public Health Agencies Ageing and Health 52

Tulane Public Health Blog

APRIL 14, 2024

Prospective humanitarian aid workers should learn about the role, explore its responsibilities, and consider the educational opportunities available to those interested in pursuing this career. Working with national and international organizations, they provide essential services to communities that need support.

Disaster and Emergency Management 52

Disaster and Emergency Management Health Education and Training Organizations Emergency Preparedness and Response Food Security and Safety 52

The NACCHO Podcast Series

MAY 5, 2023

Since the Public Health Emergency ends on May 11, Allen provided insight into emerging details from federal agencies about the new landscape of COVID-19 response. They also talked about the Food and Drug Administration’s move to make opioid reversal medication naloxone available over the counter.

Emergency Preparedness and Response 40

Emergency Preparedness and Response Health Promotion 40

UK Health Security

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Tiger mosquitoes were responsible for an outbreak of over 60 locally acquired cases of dengue in the South of France in 2022 and 3 cases in Paris in 2023. Consequently, we have dedicated considerable effort to informing local authorities in London about this emerging threat. With climate change, the area of suitability will increase.

Vector-borne Diseases 103

Vector-borne Diseases Climate Change and Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Environmental Health 103

Big Cities Health Coalition

OCTOBER 24, 2024

To bolster these efforts, BCHC urges the federal government to provide sustained funding, flexible resource allocation, and direct support to local health agencies, ensuring preparedness for future public health emergencies.

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting 52

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Emergency Preparedness and Response Public Health Law and Regulation Environmental Health and Safety 52

PHAB

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The accreditation gave us the opportunity to build stronger community connections, refine programs, and improve our responsiveness to emerging health challenges. These standards cover areas such as health promotion, disease prevention, emergency preparedness, and community engagement.

Emergency Preparedness and Response 52

Emergency Preparedness and Response Media and Health Communication Public Health Agencies Health Equity 52

Mercola

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Those tasked with solving these crises public health officials often fuel them, a tactic rooted in years of "pandemic preparedness" groundwork. As Baker notes, COVID's SARS-CoV-2 emerged from lab manipulation under the guise of pandemic preparedness, leaking in 2019, and bird flu is tracing a parallel path.

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Emergency Preparedness and Response Pandemic Preparedness 75

APHL

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The workshop content focused on the nine laboratory leadership competencies: laboratory systems; leadership; management; communication; quality management systems; biosafety and biosecurity; disease surveillance and outbreak investigation; emergency preparedness, response and recovery; and research.

Health Education and Training Organizations 105

Health Education and Training Organizations Food Security and Safety Emergency Preparedness and Response Outbreak Investigation 105

Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

OCTOBER 3, 2024

This enhancement will result in more holistically informed and evidence-based planning and implementation of responsive YYA programs and policies. In the demanding roles of family leaders, balancing self-care with professional responsibilities can seem impossible, yet it is crucial to prevent burnout and vicarious trauma.

Maternal and Child Health 52

Maternal and Child Health Health Policy and Advocacy Organizations Mental Health and Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response 52

University of Minnesota CIDRAP

APRIL 2, 2020

In September of 2019, a Guam resident with no travel history suffered dengue-like symptoms and tested positive for dengue serotype 3, prompting a public health emergency, as this was the first locally acquired dengue case documented in Guam since 1944. albopictus ," the authors of the study concluded. "It

Emergency Preparedness and Response 52

Emergency Preparedness and Response 52

Association of Health Care Journalists

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Newsroom CDC School Preparedness CDC COVID-19 vaccine recommendations CDC Seasonal Flu Vaccine Basics Press release: CDC Updates RSV Vaccination Recommendation for Adults Moderator Tara Haelle AHCJ Infectious Diseases Health Beat Leader Tara Haelle is AHCJ’s health beat leader for infectious diseases and medical studies.

Mental Health and Public Health 52

Mental Health and Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response 52

20th International Congress on Infectious Diseases

JANUARY 25, 2021

Mr. Jimale was one of the three Incident Managers of the COVID-19 preparedness and response in Somalia and is a senior public health specialist and lecturer working in both the academic and health systems in a country with very limited resources over the past ten years. Jimale also works with the clinical laboratory systems.

Antimicrobial Resistance 52

Antimicrobial Resistance Academic and Research Institutions Emergency Preparedness and Response Global Health Security 52

PHIG Partners

MARCH 10, 2025

With funding from PHIG, the Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County established an Office of Behavioral Health consisting of a Director, a Health Educator, and an Epidemiologist. The office researched the behavioral health needs of the county and used public health tools (e.g., logic models) to create a plan to address these needs.

Mental Health and Public Health 52

Mental Health and Public Health Health Education Emergency Preparedness and Response 52

Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Vince Hutchins Leadership Award : For leadership in promoting a society responsive to the needs of women, children, youth, and families. The Opportunity Labs Foundation will develop a platform that enables health and education leaders to compare state-level policies and regulations related to overdose prevention and response in schools.

Maternal and Child Health 52

Maternal and Child Health Health Policy and Advocacy Organizations Health Education and Training Organizations Emergency Preparedness and Response 52

HEALTHBEAT

OCTOBER 25, 2024

I have been distressed and depressed by the lack of epidemiologic data and the lack of surveillance,” said Nicole Lurie, formerly the assistant secretary for preparedness and response in the Obama administration. But a handful of mild symptoms don’t warrant a heavy-handed response.” All the bird flu cases among U.S.

Emergency Preparedness and Response 56

Emergency Preparedness and Response Disease Surveillance Communicable Diseases 56

BMJ Global Health

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Public Health Response and Preventative Measures To curb Marburg virus transmission, Tanzanias Ministry of Health has launched public awareness campaigns on MVD symptoms, enforced strict infection control measures, and discouraged contact with the deceased during burial.

Mental Health and Public Health 52

Mental Health and Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Outbreak Investigation Mental Health Services 52