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The Importance of Upskilling the Public Health Workforce through Accessible Informatics Trainings

National Network of Public Health Institutes

As the world faces unprecedented health challenges—from pandemics to chronic disease management—the role of data in public health has become increasingly vital. Years of underinvestment in public health infrastructure have resulted in outdated technology, fragmented data-sharing systems, and limited workforce capacity.

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Cultivating Data Science Leaders in Public Health: Bridging Academia and Workforce Needs

National Network of Public Health Institutes

In the rapidly evolving field of public health, the intersection of data science and leadership is becoming increasingly critical. As public health challenges grow in complexity, the demand for professionals skilled in data science and equipped with leadership abilities has surged.

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‘Equity and stability’: An interview with Dr. Michelle Morse, NYC’s acting health commissioner

HEALTHBEAT

Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeat’s free New York City newsletter here. As 2025 approaches, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene faces a slew of daunting public health challenges. Advancing health equity has been a throughline in Morse’s varied and accomplished career.