Message from the ASPPH President & CEO
ASPPH-member schools and programs include some of the world’s leading experts in infectious disease control, preparedness, and response. As an academic public health community, we turn towards these experts for guidance and clarity in times of uncertainty. View the most up-to-date resources from schools and programs of public health as you seek guidance and information during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In early April 2020, ASPPH produced a snapshot of the range of heroic actions being undertaken by member schools and programs and their faculty, staff, and students to meet the needs of their campuses and communities related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The snapshot also includes links to various additional online resources generated by our members. This snapshot is not intended to be comprehensive.
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Donate📣 ATTN #UCLAFSPH Students: Don't miss the @ASPPHtweets Public Health Jobs Virtual Career Fair on April 30th! Connect with potential employers about opportunities across the field of #PublicHealth.
https://bit.ly/3eazShT
#careerfair
#Opioid use varies by race/ethnicity and sex among middle-aged adults. Read a @Jacobs_Med_UB article in #PublicHealthReports highlighting the need to consider unique subgroup risks when developing public health interventions to address the opioid epidemic: https://bit.ly/2NyyKuZ
One year later we have three #COVID19 vaccines in distribution, and over 800 million doses have been administered worldwide - what an incredible achievement! We applaud the public health and scientific communities for these groundbreaking advancements in research and education.
Take a look at we did to move the field of public health forward in the last year in our 2020 Annual Report: http://ASPPH.org/2020-annual-report
A new paper was published by @theNAMedicine reviewing state and local public health responses to #COVID19 and outlining priority actions and policy considerations for reinforcing public health infrastructure and preparedness in the wake of the pandemic: https://bit.ly/3mIHbRP
Join me on April 22 as I moderate the webinar "Reflexiones sobre el Futuro de la Educación en Salud Pública" or "Reflections on the Future of Public Health Education." The webinar will be simulcast in English and Spanish.
Link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87356746971
Password: espm100
.@CDCgov has launched a new web portal dedicated to the issue of racism and health, which includes content focused on the impact that racism has on health through science and research, CDC programmatic efforts, and perspectives from public health experts: https://bit.ly/3th2lJc
Just as our work lives have adapted to online platforms throughout the #COVID19 pandemic, so have our social lives. While these virtual celebrations don't quite match up to the real thing, it's important to continue doing everything you can to keep those around you safe.
When the same thing happens again and again...it is time to “see” the #data and #EndGunViolence! It is a #publichealth & #CDoH crisis worth solving 🙏🏼 @VP @ASPPHtweets @CUGHnews @CUGH_TAC @PublicHealth @GWtweets @GWpublichealth @CCDH_GWSPH @H_S_Global @GunPolicyOrg @bradybuzz
In places where public health authority is strong, communities see lower rates of #COVID19 infections and deaths. Funding a robust public health workforce, protecting essential workers, and trusting public health leaders creates better health outcomes. #NationalPublicHealthWeek
In the US, mental illness is one of the most common health conditions, and we've seen how the #COVID19 pandemic has affected mental health and well-being in many ways. Advocating for mental health efforts must be central to the future public health. #NationalPublicHealthWeek
Menthol cigarette use can potentially increase smoking initiation among young people. Read a recent @truthinitiative study in #PublicHealthReports showing that majority of Americans support a ban on menthol cigarettes: https://bit.ly/3foIOm3
Implementing policies and practices that are backed by public health science improves health outcomes. We need to continue building momentum for prioritizing public health and better equip our public health systems to respond to future emergencies. #NationalPublicHealthWeek
For many, the workplace has completely changed over the course of the #COVID19 pandemic. While coworker interaction and team building is not the same in an online setting, virtual work is still the best option for prioritizing everyone's health, safety, and well-being.
Climate change represents one of the most serious threats to public health in a multitude of ways. And although climate change affects everyone, certain populations face a disproportionate burden of environmental exposure and negative health outcomes. #NationalPublicHealthWeek
A op-ed in @washingtonpost coauthored by @HarvardChanDean discusses the challenge of equitable vaccine distribution and how this challenge will only increase when all adults become eligible. Read the full article: https://wapo.st/2PCdwO4 #ASPPHAdvocates
A1 #NPHWChat – As an initiative of @aspphtweets, we are dedicated to improving the health of everyone everywhere. #thisispublichealth does that by raising awareness of #publichealth to attract the next generation of public health https://twitter.com/NPHW/status/1379856744688586753
A5 By making sure they know about their options to study #publichealth, making it easy to apply to schools and programs through SOPHAS, and helping them find ways to fund their degree #NPHWchat https://www.aspph.org/study/financing-your-degree/
Everyone deserves an equal opportunity to reach their full health potential. This #WorldHealthDay, comment and tell us what actions you take to narrow the equity gaps and advocate for a more equal world.
Community encompasses every aspect of our lives. Where we live, work, and learn has an enormous impact on our health and well-being, and local public health spending is essential for uplifting the health of our communities. #NationalPublicHealthWeek http://www.nphw.org/NPHW-2021/Strengthening-Community
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