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This October #ACESWorld highlights Global Media and #InformationLiteracy. In an age where misinformation and disinformation can spread quickly, developing critical thinking skills, understanding how #socialmedia platforms work, and learning to navigate content with a discerning eye is essential. Cross-checking information with multiple reputable sources, being wary of emotionally charged headlines that lack evidence, and recognizing bias in language and framing are some of the strategies that can help individuals become more information literate. Like and share this post to spread awareness and create a more vigilant audience. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Institutes of Health American Public Health Association

Ever Googled your symptoms and ended up diagnosing yourself with a rare tropical disease? 🧐Well, you're not alone! 🤣😅This hilarious tweet nails the reality of relying on Dr. Google for medical advice. Instead of finding the right diagnosis, you're more likely to stumble upon the diseases with the best #SEO rankings! #digitalmarketing #seo #marketing

⚠ Googling symptoms only tells you which diseases have the Best SEO ⚠ Ever googled a symptom and ended up convinced you have a rare, life threatening disease? We've all been there. But here's the not so fun fact: search engines prioritize websites with strong SEO (Search Engine Optimization), not medical accuracy. That means you might be getting results for scary illnesses simply because those sites are better at ranking high, not because they're the most relevant to your situation. Here's what to do instead: Skip the self diagnosis: Google can be a great starting point, but it shouldn't be your final answer. Seek professional help: Schedule an appointment with your doctor. They can properly assess your symptoms and give you real peace of mind. Look for reliable sources: If you do use online resources, stick to reputable medical websites like the Mayo Clinic or WebMD (but use them with a healthy dose of skepticism!). Let's be honest, cyberchondria is a real thing. Don't let the internet turn a minor sniffle into a medical emergency. #healthcare #selfcare #digitalhealth #wellbeing

It is now clear that there often is a #knowledge-#behavior gap, and there is a need to improve the communication and the narrative on #antimicrobialresistance and #antimicrobialuse to engage with stakeholders and the general public. Different audience, different behaviors to be changed! Looking forward to join the below event. #AMR #AMU #OneHealth

It is World Meningitis Day today. A time for us lucky enough to have survived this, to come together and raise awareness of the signs and symptoms. Early diagnosis can save lives. People’s perceptions of Meningitis is “isn’t that an old illness? no-one gets it these days, only babies” Wrong unfortunately… Meningitis is fast, life-threatening, and affects millions of lives around the world. But there’s hope. Vaccines, early diagnosis, and better healthcare access can prevent countless tragedies. For me, this day is about more than just looking back on my own story. It’s about looking forward to a future where no one has to face the same fear. Let’s raise awareness, support research, and ensure that more people get the opportunity to not only survive but thrive. We can make meningitis a thing of the past—but it takes all of us.💙💜💛 Please read the literature and share it, you could save a life. #WorldMeningitisDay #DefeatMeningitis

Learn from TOP Chronic Disease brands: how to engage patients 👨🔬👩⚕️ While Chronic Disease products assume that users will use such apps for a long time. But from the experience of Nozomi - Digital Health Product Studio, users often abandon such apps if certain conditions are not met, without which engagement, convenience, and motivation tend to approach 0. Check out the carousel on how to resolve these issues using user engagement methods.

I am happy to share this "Complete Disease Screening in Public Health" course on Coursera! Learned about the critical role of screening in preventing and managing diseases. Excited to apply this knowledge to improve public health initiatives. #publichealth #diseasescreening #Coursera

🎉 Your feedback and support would mean a lot! 💬 🙌Excited to share that I’ve just completed an in-depth PowerPoint presentation analyzing the coronavirus pandemic! 📊This project dives into the trends of confirmed cases, deaths, and recoveries from 2020 to 2021, highlighting key insights such as peak infection periods, mortality rates, and the effectiveness of different countries' responses. 📈 🌍We can better understand the pandemic's impact and extract valuable lessons to improve future public health strategies. 🚀 Your feedback and support would mean a lot! 💬🙌 https://lnkd.in/dTnA9Rqr #CoronavirusAnalysis #DataScience #PublicHealth #COVID19 #PandemicInsights

Data modernization is necessary for efficient and effective response to public health needs, explains Tabatha Offutt-Powell, DrPH, MPH, ASTHO's vice president for public health data modernization and informatics. Learn more about data modernization and data sharing in a new Public Health Review podcast: https://lnkd.in/equcuqnR. #ImplementDM #JoinTheDataMovement #PublicHealth Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

An insightful workshop on Implementation Sciences for Vector Borne Disease Control by Aga Khan University. It was enriching to dive deep into evidence-based strategies to combat vector-borne diseases. I am excited to implement new approaches in my practice, especially around monitoring, community engagement, and multidisciplinary collaboration. I am thankful for the opportunity to learn from experts and enhance my contribution to public health! Zahida Azizullah | Arianna Means | Dr. Imran Naeem Abbasi | Humaira Shafaq | Dr. Sadia Shakoor | AKU Community Health Sciences #PublicHealth #ImplementationScience #VectorBorneDiseases #HealthcareInnovation #ContinuousLearning"