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Jennifer Grove is Announced as the New Chief Operating Officer of NSVRC

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Lunedì, Aprile 22, 2024
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HARRISBURG, Pa., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) announced today that Jennifer Grove will be the new Chief Operating Officer of Respect Together's national division, NSVRC. Grove will replace former NSVRC COO Yolanda Edrington, who was named Chief Executive Officer of Respect Together last December.

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  • Longtime advocate and subject matter expert on the prevention of sexual abuse, assault, and harassment will lead the National Sexual Violence Resource Center
    HARRISBURG, Pa., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) announced today that Jennifer Grove will be the new Chief Operating Officer of Respect Together's national division, NSVRC.
  • Grove will replace former NSVRC COO Yolanda Edrington, who was named Chief Executive Officer of Respect Together last December.
  • Formerly NSVRC's Prevention Director, Grove has led the organization's national prevention work for nearly two decades.
  • Before joining NSVRC, Grove worked at community-based domestic violence and sexual assault programs throughout the state of Pennsylvania.

Illinois Launches New "Pause to Heal" Firearm Restraining Order Education Campaign

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Martedì, Aprile 2, 2024
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CHICAGO, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new partnership to raise awareness about the lifesaving potential of Firearm Restraining Orders (FROs), or "red flag laws," is launching today during National Public Health Week involving the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Brady: United Against Gun Violence, and the Ad Council.

Key Points: 
  • The Illinois effort is the first phase of a planned multi-state campaign called "Pause to Heal."
  • "The State of Illinois is fortunate to partner with Brady and the Ad Council to launch a one-of-a-kind public health campaign educating the public on the importance of firearm restraining orders.
  • "Illinois has two very effective tools, the Firearm Restraining Order and Clear and Present Danger reporting.
  • "A Firearm Restraining Order gives a person in crisis time to heal," says one billboard.

National health care leaders announce bold commitments to support public health

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Mercoledì, Marzo 13, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Common Health Coalition: Together for Public Health announced a bold new set of commitments that will better equip U.S. health care organizations to collaborate with public health systems in preparing for the next public health emergency. Founded by AHIP, the Alliance of Community Health Plans, the American Hospital Association, the American Medical Association, and Kaiser Permanente, the Common Health Coalition is using lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic to strengthen the relationships between health care organizations and public health systems, two vitally important components of the U.S. health system that have long operated in parallel. 

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  • The Common Health Coalition offers health care organizations a path to deepen public health partnerships and prepare for future crises.
  • WASHINGTON, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Common Health Coalition: Together for Public Health announced a bold new set of commitments that will better equip U.S. health care organizations to collaborate with public health systems in preparing for the next public health emergency.
  • The new commitments are informed by expert analysis and real-world examples of health care and public health organizations working together, and reflect guidance from an advisory council of public health leaders at the local, state, and federal levels.
  • "From promoting high-quality, affordable care to improving health care resilience, we're excited to play a pivotal role in supporting the nation's public health system."

Special Issue of American Journal of Public Health Illuminates Lessons Learned from COVID-19 Pandemic

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Lunedì, Gennaio 15, 2024
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Vaccines against the SARS-CoV-2 virus have been crucial to preventing infection, reducing hospitalizations and deaths and limiting the public health impact during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • Vaccines against the SARS-CoV-2 virus have been crucial to preventing infection, reducing hospitalizations and deaths and limiting the public health impact during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • By 2023, CEAL expanded to support community-engaged research in additional areas, including maternal health, climate health, health knowledge and primary care.
  • CEAL's mission is to promote health equity, improve health outcomes and strengthen community partnerships to address health disparities.
  • The American Public Health Association champions the health of all people and all communities.

Game Changing Gun Control Bill Expected to Receive Royal Assent

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Giovedì, Dicembre 14, 2023
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The game-changing Bill reflects more than thirty years of advocacy by the Coalition for Gun Control to make Canadians safer from gun violence.

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  • The game-changing Bill reflects more than thirty years of advocacy by the Coalition for Gun Control to make Canadians safer from gun violence.
  • Founded in the wake of the Montreal massacre, the Coalition has worked nationally on evidence-based strategies to reduce gun violence.
  • “The legislation passed today is a long time coming,” said Wendy Cukier, co-founder of the Coalition for Gun Control.
  • The second was criticized by some gun control advocates for not going far enough but the third version, arguably, went too far.

Meharry Medical College Launches Nation’s First School of Global Health

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Lunedì, Novembre 13, 2023
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Meharry Medical College is advancing its work to eliminate global health inequities by establishing the first School of Global Health in the United States.

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  • Meharry Medical College is advancing its work to eliminate global health inequities by establishing the first School of Global Health in the United States.
  • The School is an outgrowth of the Institute of Global Health Equity, which Meharry launched in February of 2023.
  • The Meharry Board of Trustees unanimously approved Meharry establishing the School of Global Health at a meeting in October.
  • "As a former president of Meharry Medical College, it brings me great joy to witness the launch of the School of Global Health, which will be a global health equity pioneer," said Dr. David Satcher, the 16th U.S.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Reginald D. Hughes as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Family Medicine

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Venerdì, Dicembre 8, 2023
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LAURELTON, N.Y., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Reginald D. Hughes, MD, MPH, FAAFP, is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Family Medicine.

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  • LAURELTON, N.Y., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Reginald D. Hughes, MD, MPH, FAAFP, is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Family Medicine.
  • He completed a residency in family medicine and a fellowship in family medicine/obstetrics, both completed at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Queens, NY from 1998 to 2001.
  • The doctor also holds an MPH (public health) and a Master's degree in space studies (astronomy) from the American Military University.
  • The doctor noted that family medicine is a medical specialty devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages.

Research Shows Reduced Emergency Department Utilization from Patients Accessing Oshi Health Virtual Multidisciplinary GI Care

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Mercoledì, Novembre 29, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Research findings showing reduced emergency department (ED) utilization in patients enrolled in Oshi Health's virtual multidisciplinary GI care were presented earlier this month at the American Public Health Association's (APHA) Annual Meeting, demonstrating the impact of preventive, high-touch, value-based care for conditions that affect one in four Americans.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Research findings showing reduced emergency department (ED) utilization in patients enrolled in Oshi Health's virtual multidisciplinary GI care were presented earlier this month at the American Public Health Association's (APHA) Annual Meeting, demonstrating the impact of preventive, high-touch, value-based care for conditions that affect one in four Americans.
  • Virtual-first care providers like Oshi Health , the leading virtual digestive health center of excellence, present an opportunity to better support patients with complex care needs.
  • Oshi provides rapid access to GI care for patients, delivering high-touch, multidisciplinary care and telehealth appointments with GI-specialized physicians, dietitians, psychologists, health coaches, and care coordinators – all working together to help patients achieve lasting symptom resolution and control.
  • Oshi Health is the only virtual GI practice with support from the two leading GI societies and renowned GI researchers.

U.S. ORGANIZATIONS FOCUSED ON HUMANITIES, CIVICS, AND PUBLIC HEALTH INSPIRED BY NATIONAL POLL SHOWING AMERICANS OPEN TO OVERCOMING DIVISIVENESS

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Martedì, Novembre 14, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Organizations advancing racial and health equity and civic engagement are inspired by a national poll finding a strong appetite for unity in communities across the country despite intense divisions. The poll found that a significant majority take pride in their American identity, and two in three (67%) say they are hopeful Americans can work through differences and find lasting common ground in the future.

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  • "Americans feel transformative leadership brings Americans together with a sense of shared purpose and encourages us to engage with each other on a personal level.
  • On behalf of NCHE, the Benenson Strategy Group, a respected research firm, conducted 1304 online interviews from June 16-24, 2023.
  • All respondents were 18 years old or older and included oversamples of young voters and voters of color to ensure adequate representation within the survey.
  • Doug Linkhart, President of the National Civic League, said: "I was pleased to see the results of this survey.

Katalin Karikó and Anne Schuchat Receive 2023 Fries Prize for Improving Health

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Domenica, Novembre 12, 2023
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ATLANTA, Nov. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nobel Prize Winner Katalin Karikó, PhD, and former Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Principal Deputy Director Anne Schuchat, MD (RADM, USPHS, RET), today received the 2023 Fries Prize for Improving Health.

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  • ATLANTA, Nov. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nobel Prize Winner Katalin Karikó, PhD, and former Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Principal Deputy Director Anne Schuchat, MD (RADM, USPHS, RET), today received the 2023 Fries Prize for Improving Health.
  • The Fries Prize for Improving Health award was presented this morning at the American Public Health Association's (APHA) annual meeting, which is taking place in Atlanta.
  • The monetary award for the Fries Prize for Improving Health is $70,000, which will be divided between the recipients.
  • As of 2016, the CDC Foundation manages and administers the Fries Foundation's public health award programs, which include the Fries Prize for Improving Health and the Elizabeth Fries Health Education Award.