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"We drastically underestimated the role of social media" to sow discord during the #pandemic, said @BrianCCastrucci. "I don't think #PublicHealth was ready to counteract online voices. Those looking to seed misinformation...had their ...network ready." (🔒) https://www.ajc.com/news/atlanta-news/our-pandemic-3-years-later-its-not-just-the-virus-thats-changing/FAB5GOGUNBHRHN7RDP2DCOEJVM/
Without immediate action, the U.S. could be even less prepared for the next public health crisis. And by then, "our health departments will be empty and no one will be paying attention until it is way too late," says @BrianCCastrucci in ...@politico. https://www.politico.com/newsletters/politico-nightly/2023/03/07/were-not-prepared-for-the-next-public-health-crisis-00085993
Do you know a service-oriented, #equity-focused #publichealth leader? Nominate them for the 40 Under 40 in Public Health, which provides recognition in the field, networking opportunities, and a two-year professional development program. ...https://debeaumont.org/about-40-under-40/nomination/
New Ready or Not report from @HealthyAmerica1 evaluates US #publichealth preparedness.
The good: expanded labs and healthcare, better accreditation, safe water access
Attention areas: flu vaccines, access to comprehensive public health, ...hospital safety
https://www.tfah.org/report-details/ready-or-not-2023/
Headed to the de Beaumont’s 40 Under 40 in Public Health Retreat in San Antonio! Looking forward to strengthening ties with fellow honorees/leaders changing the face of public health in creative & innovative ways. @deBeaumontFndtn ...#deBeaumontFoundation40Under40
🗓️ Register + save the date: 3/28, join @PH_Comms @PublicGoodProj and @HCN_media for When & How to Respond to Public Health Misinformation, a webinar moderated by Monica Valdes Lupi of @kresgehealth. 2000+ #healthcomm ...professionals have already signed up! http://bit.ly/3kYeaVX
Retaining #publichealth employees is essential to maintaining institutional knowledge and preparing future leaders. New study in @Health_Affairs details solutions such as accessible supervisory training and #mentorship programs. ...https://debeaumont.org/news/2023/public-health-turnover-threatens-community-health-and-safety/
A #PublicHealth emergency may be one of the few times people interact directly with their health department. Learn how @plattehealth in Missouri established an effective #RiskCommunication strategy to keep its community members prepared ...and informed. https://publichealthforward.debeaumont.org/case-study/keeping-people-informed-during-public-health-crises
How can your health department use data from the Public Health Workforce Interests and Needs Survey (PH WINS) to inform #WorkforceDevelopment efforts? @GenMeredith and Janice Blake offer practical tips and suggestions in this new column ...from @JPHMPDirect. https://debeaumont.org/news/2023/ph-wins-a-fundamental-resource-for-workforce-development/