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Check out this article authored by the Director of the National Institute of Nursing Research on the importance of prioritizing SDOH research

From doubting Public Health to becoming its advocate - 2024 showed me the power of embracing unexpected paths. A year ago, I was ready to reject my admission to Public Health at Osun State University. Today, I'm helping shape the future of health education and breaking down barriers in our field. This transformation wasn't just personal - it showed me how embracing unexpected opportunities creates ripple effects of positive change: • Started BSc in Public Health at Osun State University • Selected for International Public Health Conference • Appointed State Coordinator for 'She Can Do' initiative • Led health education programs at Gynix Afrika • Developed community outreach programs challenging gender stereotypes in healthcare Three posts that captured our journey of growth and impact: "Public Health is a Scam Course... Or So I Thought" On transforming initial disappointment into passionate purpose "I never intended to study Public Health. In secondary school, my only dream was to become a doctor or nurse. Public Health wasn't even on my radar." https://lnkd.in/d8mUqJHR "The Public Health Paradox: Are We Really Making an Impact?" Challenging how we measure success in public health "With all the conferences, research, and funding—why is there still a widening gap in health equity?" https://lnkd.in/dNKWmMkA "Health Talks Aren't for Men?" Breaking gender stereotypes in health education "Never discourage your colleagues or peers based on gender. We are all capable, and what sets us apart is our dedication to making a difference." https://lnkd.in/dXTijM42 Looking ahead: 2025 is about bridging the gap between public health education and community impact. From expanding our outreach programs to developing new approaches for health education, we're proving that effective healthcare knows no gender, age, or background. To everyone questioning their path or facing unexpected turns: Sometimes the route you resist becomes the one that defines you. Public Health showed me that - now it's your turn to discover what might be waiting on your unexpected path. #PublicHealth #HealthcareEducation #CommunityImpact -- Get your 2024 LinkedIn Rewind! Go to coauthor.studio

Community Health Workers (CHWs) are essential in delivering healthcare to the last mile, especially in underserved areas where resources are limited. At Pendeza, we’ve seen firsthand how the right training and digital tools can empower CHWs to improve health outcomes in their communities. However, access to reliable Internet remains a significant challenge, impacting their ability to fully benefit from online education platforms. With the support of uQualio®, which offers accessible digital education, and initiatives like the Community Health Impact Coalition we are working to bridge these gaps. By providing CHWs with the tools they need, we’re ensuring they can access vital knowledge and resources, even in areas with limited connectivity. Incorporating digital tools like music therapy and AI-powered solutions for mental health, we aim to empower CHWs with innovative methods to improve healthcare delivery. Together, we are creating a future where every community, no matter how remote, has access to quality healthcare. #CommunityHealth #CHWEmpowerment #DigitalEducation #LastMileCare #MentalHealthAwareness #Uqualio #CHIC #PendezaCommunity Antony Okungu | Adeola O. Akinyode | Mercy Moraa | Mercy Mwende | Martha D. Karimi | Carla Birnberg | Christian Bjerre Nielsen | Raissa Levy | Mental Health Innovation Network (MHIN) | Climate Mental Health Network | Common Thread | Global Mental Health Action Network

In the #third topic of our series on #socialdeterminants of #care, we discuss the #correlation between #education and #health. This correlation is often due to people with education having higher #literacy skills, better access to #preventativecare, and overall increased knowledge about #healthy behaviors. Therefore, it's important that #providers and healthcare professionals screen for #patients who may need additional #support, so they can #empower them to play a bigger role in their healthcare journeys. This can mean supporting them when they have questions, providing routine follow-ups so they feel comfortable bringing up their questions, and connecting them with #community resources so they get the assistance they need. What are other ways that healthcare providers can support patients who may lack access to healthcare or have limited health literacy? Check out the third part of our blog post series to learn more: Blog Post: https://bit.ly/3QdehJu #publichealth #socialdeterminants #healthit #humancentereddesign #healthcareawareness #healthequity #communityhealth #socialservices #patientempowerment #healthpolicy #hits #healthliteracy #patienteducation #healthcareaccess #healthcareinclusion #patientengagement

Very interesting article about general practitioners working in areas of high socio-economic deprivation in Northern Ireland. It points very clearly to the need for: 🔶 close co-ordination and integration between primary care and social care 🔶 increased provision of mental health services in primary care 🔶 multi-professional, team-based primary care 🔶 primary care providers having a clear overview and coordination mechanisms with the voluntary sector and other community resources, which are key to addressing the upstream determinants of health. ⚠ The artcile also highlights the importance of relationships as the secret sauce in primary care, both for improving patient outcomes and for increasing GP professional satisfaction. ⚠ Finally, it illustrates the strong, purpose-driven commitment of the primary care workforce, even amind very challenging and demanding circumstances. https://lnkd.in/dWBvQneQ

Scoping review demonstrates that multi-level and multi-sectoral action is required to implement sustainable and integrated school eye health programmes in low and middle-income countries. Read more here: #Ophthalmology #GlobalEyeHealth

Community Health Workers (CHW) inspire hope & pave the way for a healthier, more equitable future. How might we explain and support this vital career path? The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) School of Public Health supported a study to understand better the ecosystem of need, support, training, and deployment of CHWs in Texas. The Center for Health Equity research team engaged Alphachimp, LLC to help facilitate, document, and visualize the CHW journey. https://lnkd.in/gwt7s6N3 This multi-stage visualization process resulted in several iterations of “journey maps” through interviews, brainstorming workshops, and an iterative design process. I've posted screenshots showing the multiple versions and iterations of the journey mapping process, including: — photos of the flip charts and Post-It Notes from the first workshops — Miro Boards from follow-on online work sessions — sketches, script, and storyboard for the explainer video — final journey map & explainer video An academic paper (under review) outlines the journey mapping process and the collective impact approach to strengthening the CHW workforce across the Greater Houston region with strategies and priorities based on CHW voices and engaging stakeholders across all efforts. The Headline: CHWs often need to be more appreciated, equitably paid, and better understood by the health systems that depend upon them. The research has identified a historical lack of power-sharing and mistrust across CHW stakeholders that needs time, investment, and more equitable systems to heal. However, recent collaborative efforts have contributed to promising systems and policy changes on the local and state levels. I want to express deep gratitude to Shreela Sharma, Heidi M. Hagen M., Rosalia Guerrero, Naomi Tice, Sisan Tennyson, Jemima John, Deborah Banerjee, Nadia Siddiqui, Sheila Savannah, members of the Health Equity Collective and the CHWs for their invaluable participation and guidance in this research. Thanks to the CITY OF HOUSTON HEALTH DEPARTMENT for its crucial role in this process. Additionally, acknowledgment is extended to UTHealth LLC for fostering an environment that enabled this systems change. And to my bud Jody Lentz for connecting me when I moved to Houston during The Covid Times! #communityhealthworkers #communityhealth #healthequity

“Research is important to me because I just want to help others. I want to help minorities. I want to help people of colour.” The words of Kentavia Saunders, - Clerical Officer in Immunology at St. James’s University Hospital in Leeds, is passionate about supporting minorities and diverse communities. She believes representation in healthcare and research helps create safe spaces where everyone feels empowered to share their experiences and build connections. Together, we can inspire change, and strengthen our community. D-CYPHR is all about making a better future for every child’s health in the UK. Together with the NHS, NIHR BioResource is creating a nationwide movement for ages 0 - 15 to help health research - everything from better understanding mental health to combatting diabetes. Ready to be part of something impactful? Follow the link below to learn more and get involved today! https://lnkd.in/dhedZJ2s #DCYPHR #HealthResearch #DNAResearch #CommunityHealth

BARHII is thrilled to launch a new statewide community of practice for equity champions in local public health departments on fostering impactful community coalitions with the goal of catalyzing partnerships to drive community-led investments.   Our cohort structure will help your team develop pathways best suited to your department’s local context and coalition goals. There will be opportunities to test strategies in real-time and build a peer network to collectively work through challenges and solutions. Guest speakers are seasoned practitioners who will share their experiences and lessons learned.   We’ll explore cutting-edge models and actionable practice shifts that deepen your team’s collaborative work. Topics will include: - Leveraging the CHA/CHIP to drive equitable investments in community health, including navigating new CalAIM requirements. - Aligning governmental planning efforts to prevent resident burnout, lift up shared community priorities, and pursue new collective investment approaches. - Building collaborative governance strategies that activate community decision-making about the investments residents want to see to thrive.   We strongly encourage participation by local public health department staff who work with communities impacted by inequities (health equity, policy and planning, accreditation, etc.). We also welcome local government staff from related fields such as Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health (MCAH), Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), and county or citywide offices of equity.   If you’re eager for your coalition work to be rooted in long-term, trusting partnerships that result in new strategies for transformative investments in health—this community of practice is for you! Session Dates: Thursday, August 1 Tuesday, August 13 Wednesday, August 28 Thursday, September 19 Tuesday, October 1 Thursday, October 17   Additional “water cooler” sessions: Thursday, August 22 Thursday, September 12 Wednesday, October 9 Thursday, October 24 (All sessions are from 10am-11:30am PST) Pricing Fees to participate in this community of practice are based on the size of your jurisdiction's population. This is a flat fee per jurisdiction, up to 5 participants per jurisdiction. Population of Jurisdiction    Fee 300,000 or fewer residents......$4,500 300,001 - 800,000....................$7,500 800,001 - 1,300,000..................$10,500 1,300,001 or greater...................$13,500 Register: https://lnkd.in/e_5uYWaV

Valuable insight to role of social workers in hospitals, and the need for a social work presence for people facing life changes - and the importance of getting short term decisions right so longer term choice and control is possible