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Last two days to register to attend: "Idle Off Awareness Campaign: Evidence, Partnerships and The Pitch" When: Thursday 28th November, 5:00pm-6:30pm Where: The Spot, Level 1 Lecture Theatre, 198 Berkeley St Carlton, University of Melbourne Online: Streaming available via Zoom (link sent upon registration) Register below. We are trying to build a coalition of the willing on an anti-idling campaign (especially around schools and childcare centres) and invite all interested to be involved. - We know that Australia has one of the worlds worst childhood asthma rates. - We also know that air pollution caused from vehicles idling has a causative link to childhood respiratory illness. And hotspots of air pollution exist near schools and childcare centres. - We have a solution - to get people to turn off their engine when parked. Climate and Health Alliance Doctors for the Environment Australia (DEA) University of Melbourne Deakin University The Royal Melbourne Hospital The Royal Children's Hospital Australian Chronic Disease Prevention Alliance (ACDPA) The Australian Prevention Partnership Centre Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth) Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) Cancer Council Australia The Australia Institute ARACY

J. Nadine Gracia, M.D., MSCE, TFAH President and CEO sat with the American Public Health Association's APHA TV at #APHA2024 to discuss TFAH’s recent Blueprint for a Healthier America report. The conversation focused on the report’s recommendations for advancing the #publichealth system and workforce, as well as educating policymakers about the importance of increased and sustained public health funding. The report’s six priority areas focus on: •   Ensuring that public health is ready to meet the growing health challenges of the 21st century through strong and robust infrastructure and workforce, •   Strengthening public health readiness for health security threats, •   Promoting health and well-being across a person’s lifespan, •   Advancing health equity by addressing structural discrimination, •   Addressing non-medical drivers of health, and  •   Protecting the scientific integrity and effectiveness of federal public health agencies. As Dr. Gracia stated, “Public health and the public health system is at an inflection point and it is critical that we act.” TFAH is joined by public health advocates, organizations, and practitioners in championing the report’s message and policy recommendations. Watch the conversation here https://lnkd.in/eea8Dys5

Stories of Change: Three Horizons: The fourth film in our Stories of Change Series featuring the Three Horizons Model: Humanising Healthcare in Fife, Scotland. https://lnkd.in/eHPBprDU

"Public health saved your life today and you didn't even know it." This challenge of the invisibility of #publichealth is something I've come up against over and over again in my career, particularly in my work in #vaccines and other areas of #preventive care. How do you quantify the impact of interventions where success is invisible? How do you convince funders and policymakers to keep investing limited resources in these unsexy but critical programs, rather than diverting them to the next shiny new thing? What do you do when you become the victim of your own success? So excited to dig into this new PBS #documentary series about how public health makes modern life possible but remains tragically underfunded, undervalued, and misunderstood.

The Invisible Shield is a four-part documentary showcasing just how important public health is to society. The first episode aired last night, and as a Doctor of Public Health student, I watched with my notebook. Here’s a few thoughts. In the last century, we’ve gained 30 years of life expectancy. 25 of those years gained were done by things that can only happen as collective. That collective is public health. Life expectancy in the US has lowered, and it is not entirely due to COVID. Cancers, suicides, homicides, chronic diseases, and other factors are part of the problem. One of the biggest problems is the lack of attention and funding given to public health when there is no emergency/pandemic. When it comes to decision-making, some may think the CDC calls the shots. This is false- control lies within the states. Every state doesn’t have an army, so why do we have 50 different voices calling the shots in public health? We have to separate science from political agendas. Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department was at risk of dissolving because the county members and government did not approve of their COVID safety protocols. They were trying to dissolve the health department DURING the pandemic. Keep in mind, health departments provide many services that include WIC, dental care, child health, and others that serve everyone in the community. In public health, the community is your patient, not one individual. We work to prevent tragedy before it happens, but this is also where we lose the ability to prove why what we do needs more support. When we do our job well, you won’t see it. I highly recommend watching this series. You can find it on PBS.org or the PBS app.

Excellence has to be recognized and celebrated, no matter what field. For healthcare, I believe the systems that lead with compassion and love will always separate and find ways to excel. https://lnkd.in/eSdEGQpS

CareYaya's mission is an essential part of long-term sustainability within the caregiving industry. As populations age and the prevalence of chronic illnesses increases, the demand for caregiving services is expected to grow. Ensuring that caregiving remains affordable is essential for the long-term sustainability of healthcare systems and social support networks. Watch Neal K. Shah speak on national news about CareYaya's role in today's caregiving industry! https://lnkd.in/eNV6EdiT

👀If you recognise any of the speakers below, you won't want to miss out on joining them for the System Transformation Theatre at the #IntegratedCareDeliveryForum2024! 🧐What is the System Transformation Theatre? As you may know, integrated care systems are only just entering their second year of existence and are at differing levels of maturity. While some ICSs have made good progress in developing system-level approaches to service delivery, they have all been hindered by wider service pressures, financial constraints and workforce shortages. This theatre will tackle some of the big debates in integrated care and will highlight new opportunities for wider sector reform. 👉 Senior system leaders will update local and national audiences on the progress of integrated care and how the sector is collaborating to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequalities. Don't miss out - join the conversation by claiming your free* ticket now👉https://lnkd.in/daQSCgB2 🔍 Zoom in to see who will be joining us in 2 week's time:

Public health professionals are the unsung heroes of our society, working behind the scenes to ensure our collective well-being. From disease prevention to health promotion, the contributions of public health are invaluable. Public health efforts extend far beyond hospitals and clinics, reaching into homes, schools, workplaces, and beyond. By addressing root causes of health disparities and promoting equity across the globe, public health aims to create a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. https://lnkd.in/g_8ei62E

Have you seen the data HRSA released this week!? Over 31 million total patients were served at HRSA-funded health centers in 2023, an increase of 2.7 million since 2020. While this is incredible, Community Health Centers (CHCs) must stay vigilant and manage funds carefully to continue to serve their communities. It’s National Health Center Week - a time to celebrate these clinics and build awareness about their amazing work. Recently, CLC Consultant, Michael Wiser, was interviewed by a reporter in New Mexico who is concerned about the financial struggles at Federally Qualified Health Centers. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/e2DqN7Q9 “It’s definitely true that more health centers are having more financial struggles of late than they did, say, before the pandemic,” Mike stated. Despite this, we know that CHCs are strong organizations that have overcome many challenges over the years. Their strength is proven by the growing number of patients they serve. CLC is here to support our clients and others that need services for their continued sustainability. #NHCW2024 #ValueCHCs #communityhealth #Communityhealthcenters