Public Health – A letter to the utility players of society
Public health has humbled me, challenged me, and given me a lens to see the world as interconnected. It’s a field where small actions ripple outward, leadership means serving, and authenticity isn’t just welcomed but essential.
Assess then Address: Identifying and Prioritizing Region V’s Governmental Public Health Training and Workforce Needs
The RVPHTC conducts a training needs assessment every few years to help identify and prioritize the current needs of the region’s Local Health Departments (LHDs). These training needs help inform the development of training resources that will best serve our users and each iteration of the training needs assessment has slight differences and helps us learn more about the LHDs that we are serving.
Community-Led Efforts to Improve Data Equity in Local Public Health
To address gaps in data for populations historically un- or underrepresented in existing sources, community-led data collection was incorporated into Kent County’s 2023 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) process. Twelve organizations were paid to lead surveying efforts in their communities, resulting in a diverse convenience sample and disaggregated data for priority populations.
Vote for Health: Promoting Civic Engagement for Better Health
Your voice, and your vote, are vital for shaping healthier communities. This blog post explores the connections between democracy and health, as well as ways to promote civic engagement.