Population Health Improvement Partners

As we enter this season of giving thanks, we at Population Health Improvement Partners reflect on the privilege of working alongside communities, organizations, and individuals dedicated to advancing public health. Together, we’ve seen how the power of collaboration and quality improvement can transform systems and lives. -- We’re thankful for: 🌍 The communities we serve, who inspire us daily with their resilience and commitment to health equity. 💡 Our partners and colleagues, who bring expertise, innovation, and compassion to the work of improving lives. 🌱 Opportunities to grow and learn together, shaping a future where every person has the opportunity to thrive. -- In this time of reflection and gratitude, we honor the strides made in public health and the collective effort it takes to create sustainable, impactful change. No matter which holidays or traditions you celebrate, we wish you a season filled with peace, joy, and connection. #PublicHealth #QualityImprovement #Gratitude #HealthEquity

This month, public health spotlights include Health Literacy (essential for empowering individuals to make informed health choices), the benefits of youth sports for lifelong health, and HIV/AIDS awareness with a focus on Latinx communities. Each of these priorities aligns with our mission at Population Health Improvement Partners to promote equitable health outcomes and strengthen community health. Whether through accessible health information, support for preventive health services, or advocacy to address disparities, we believe every step counts in our efforts to create a healthier world. 🌍 As we continue partnering with community-based organizations across NC, we’re excited to contribute to these national goals through our Quality Improvement programs & resources and collaborations. 💡 How is your organization recognizing these initiatives this month? 💡 Share your work in a comment, and let’s celebrate ongoing efforts to make healthcare more accessible for all.  #HealthLiteracyMonth #YouthSports #HIVAIDSAwareness #PublicHealth #QualityImprovement #CommunityHealth #accessibility 📌 Relevant Resources: - Health Literacy Month (https://bit.ly/3NCSmKa) - Youth Sports Benefits (https://bit.ly/40iLHw8) - HIV/AIDS Awareness (https://bit.ly/48l00CC) 

Our neighbors in Western NC have been deeply affected by the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Their resilience and strength in coming together to support one another during this challenging time is inspiring. Community organizations across the state are actively providing relief, and we encourage everyone to support these organizations any way you can. To support ongoing recovery efforts, consider donating at the links below. Together, we can make a difference. 💙 #WNCStrong #DisasterRelief #SupportWesternNC #HurricaneHelene #CommunitySupport

As the EMPower Best Practices program comes to a close, we are proud to spotlight the incredible work of Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip, NY. 🎉 Good Samaritan has demonstrated the importance of using data and measurement to identify gaps and track progress, ensuring lasting improvements in maternal and infant health. Their commitment to evidence-based care has helped set a new standard in supporting mothers and babies, proving that when we focus on the right measures, we can create meaningful, long-term change. 🍼💖 Let’s continue to support hospitals and healthcare providers in prioritizing breastfeeding and providing the best possible care for every family! #EMPowerBestPractices #BreastfeedingSupport #QualityImprovement #Measures

This National Breastfeeding Month, we are incredibly proud to spotlight the outstanding work and dedication of Katz Women's Hospital at Northwell Health in Manhasset, NY in advancing breastfeeding practices as part of the EMPower Best Practices program. 🎉 To help accelerate their journey, we were honored to offer a tailored coaching approach that paired them with both a Quality Improvement Coach and a Breastfeeding Coach. This dynamic partnership and their hard work is a shining example of how collaborative coaching can create lasting, positive changes in maternal and infant health. We are thrilled to see Katz Women's Hospital, and all of our EMPower Best Practices teams, setting the standard for excellence! Their unwavering commitment to supporting mothers and babies through evidence-based care is truly inspiring. 🍼💖 Let's continue empowering hospitals and healthcare providers to prioritize breastfeeding support for every family! #NBM24 #NationalBreastfeedingMonth #EMPowerBestPractices #BreastfeedingSupport #QualityImprovement

August is National Breastfeeding Month.

🌞 Summer Spotlight: The Importance of Standard Work 🌞 As summer rolls in and many team members take well-deserved vacations, the need for Standard Work becomes even more critical. Standardized processes ensure that quality care continues seamlessly, no matter who is on the job. By defining and documenting best practices, we can maintain consistency, reduce errors, and ensure that everyone—whether they're filling in or holding down the fort—can deliver the same high level of care. Standard Work involves: 1. Clearly defining each task. 2. Ensuring that every team member follows the same process. 3. Regularly reviewing and updating these processes to reflect best practices. During this busy vacation season, let’s lean on Standard Work to keep our teams efficient and our employees, clients, and patients safe. 💻 Want to dive deeper? Check out our Standard Work Module for practical insights and tools to implement these best practices in your organization! https://bit.ly/3Aqtm5G #StandardWork #QualityImprovement #Healthcare #Safetyfirst #SummerEfficiency

🌞 Exciting news for families in North Carolina! 🌞 The SUN Bucks program, also known as Summer EBT (S-EBT), is a fantastic federal initiative designed to support families by providing funds for groceries during the summer when kids are out of school. This program helps ensure our children have access to healthy and nutritious food all year round. Learn more about the SUN Bucks program and its benefits here in North Carolina by visiting the DHHS website: https://lnkd.in/emRmxRHh Let's support our kids' health and well-being together! 🌟 #SUNBucks #SummerEBT #ChildNutrition #HealthyKids #NorthCarolina #CommunitySupport #FamilyWellBeing

In the world of Quality Improvement (QI), it's so important to make sure our QI teams truly represent the organization or group we're working with. This is especially crucial when we're doing community work. To drive meaningful and equitable change, QI teams should reflect the communities we serve. This means including people with lived experience in the processes or systems we're trying to improve. Their insights and perspectives are invaluable for creating solutions that are effective and inclusive. Without their involvement, we risk missing root causes and overlooking system failures and gaps that we might not otherwise see. 🍎 Food for thought: How can we better ensure our QI teams are representative of the communities we serve and include voices with lived experience? Let's work together to build more inclusive and effective QI teams! 💪🌍 #QualityImprovement #CommunityEngagement #Equity #LivedExperience #InclusiveChange

🌟 Project Team Spotlight: Healthy People Healthy Carolina's Program, in partnership with North Carolina Healthcare Foundation and funded by The Duke Endowment Exciting news from Rockingham HPHC! The Rockingham County Health Collaborative recently held a successful community hub event, offering free screenings for Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), A1c, hypertension, and an onsite dental clinic. Over 100 individuals participated in this impactful event! 👏 This health hub was a collaborative effort with the Western Rockingham County YMCA and the Senior Games, demonstrating the power of partnerships in promoting community health. 🤝 Check out this picture of Dr. Phillip Dixon walking with residents as part of the Walk with a Doc program in Rockingham County. 🚶♂️📸 Together, we're making strides towards a healthier community! #HealthyPeopleHealthyCarolinas #CommunityHealth #RockinghamCounty #Collaboration #HealthHub