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IBM Health Corps Opportunity to Address Health Disparities

IBM Health Corps, a pro bono service that focuses on bringing data, design, and technology to address health disparities around the...

Jan 24, 2018 | Christina Baum

Epidemiology, Food Safety & Inspection, Infectious Disease

Cross-training for Epidemiology Surge Capacity: Lessons and Tools from Delaware General Health District

Whether monitoring travelers for Ebola, managing a large-scale foodborne outbreak, investigating environmental exposures, or identifying the unknown cause of an illness, during an outbreak or event, epidemiology and infectious disease staff at local health departments (LHDs) can be stretched thin. LHDs have lost 23% of their workforce since 2008, shedding over 40,000 jobs across the country. This...

Dec 02, 2019 | Christina Baum

Antibiotic Resistance, Epidemiology, Infectious Disease

Developing Regional Antibiograms to Monitor Resistance Patterns

Antimicrobial resistance is a growing threat to the public’s health, and local health departments (LHDs) have become increasingly involved to ensure their communities are prepared.

Nov 18, 2019 | Christina Baum

Tools & Resources, Antibiotic Resistance, Epidemiology, Infectious Disease

Containing an MDRO: Tools Developed During a Response

When a novel or targeted multi-drug resistant organism (MDRO) or resistance mechanism is identified, local public health must act quickly to prevent its spread, implementing CDC’s Containment Strategy.

Oct 24, 2019 | Christina Baum

Tools & Resources, Antibiotic Resistance, Infectious Disease

Fact Sheets: Antimicrobial Resistance: Local Efforts on a Global Issue and Antimicrobial Stewardship

NACCHO is pleased to announce the release of two fact sheets highlighting the role of local health departments (LHDs) in combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and supporting antimicrobial stewardship.

Sep 05, 2019 | Christina Baum

Tools & Resources, Webinar, Epidemiology, Healthcare-Associated Infections

Webinar Recording: Introduction to Social Network Analysis: Broad Overview and a Demonstration of a Novice’s Guide Using R Statnet

On June 28, NACCHO hosted a webinar on conducting social network analyses–what they look like and how they can be applied. Webinar participants were also led through an explanation and live demonstration of a recently developed toolkit from the Florida Department of Health in Orange County, A Novice’s Guide: Social Network Analysis Using R Statnet, which […]

Jun 28, 2018 | Christina Baum

Tools & Resources, Webinar, Emergency Response, Vector Control

Webinar Recording: Communicating Changing Guidance- Lessons from Zika and Beyond

On June 25, NACCHO hosted a webinar on communicating changing guidance, in the context of the Zika response and beyond. Zika virus emerged as a challenging threat to the United States because of the potentially devastating effects of the virus, the multiple routes of transmission, and the continual evolution of our collective understanding of the […]

Jun 25, 2018 | Christina Baum

Antibiotic Resistance, Healthcare-Associated Infections, Infectious Disease

NACCHO Assessment: Certification in Infection Control: Local Impact and Strategies for Success

Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are a persistent and growing threat to the health of communities. To meet this threat head-on, more local health departments (LHDs) are building their capacity for HAI prevention and response. Enhancing LHD capacity can involve a wide variety of activities such as conducting exercises that test response plans, strengthening connections with healthcare...

Jun 13, 2018 | Christina Baum

Tools & Resources, Epidemiology

Apply Now: Florida Epidemic Intelligence Service Fellowship

The Florida Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) Fellowship is currently seeking applicants for the 2018-2020 class of fellows. The Florida EIS Fellowship is a unique two-year, post-graduate program of service and on-the-job training for health professionals interested in the field of epidemiology. Fellows are assigned to a county health department (CHD) for two years and have […]

Apr 06, 2018 | Christina Baum

IBM Health Corps Opportunity to Address Health Disparities

IBM Health Corps, a pro bono service that focuses on bringing data, design, and technology to address health disparities around the world, is calling for proposals from organizations interested in tackling heath disparities in the areas of cancer and health workforce strengthening. The application deadline is February 13, 2018. Visit the application page to learn […]

Jan 24, 2018 | Christina Baum

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Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP), Performance Improvement, Workforce Development

Register to Attend a Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP)...

Registration is now open for NACCHO’s in-person Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP) 2.0 training series.

Mar 23, 2024 | Andrea Grenadier

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Preparedness Summit 2024: Join a Focus Group on Building More Resilient Communities

Join your fellow public health professionals for a Town Hall-style Focus Group at the 2024 Preparedness Summit to explore what can be...

Mar 08, 2024

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Tools & Resources, Brain Health, Healthy Aging, Healthy Living & Prevention

New NACCHO Resource: Integrating Brain Health into Health Improvement Planning: The...

NACCHO, in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association, is thrilled to launch the new guide: Integrating Brain Health into Health...

Mar 01, 2024 | Andrea Grenadier

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Funding Opportunity, COVID-19, Immunization, Partnerships

Request for Proposals: Technical Assistance to Improve Vaccine Access, Education,...

NACCHO, with support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), released a funding opportunity for The Improving...

Feb 12, 2024 | Tori Decea

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Win $25,000 in cash prizes. Share your innovative strategies for engaging with rural...

The EPA's Small Communities, Big Challenges Competition encourages local governments to demonstrate their innovative strategies, from...

Nov 16, 2023 | Anu Varma

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Join Novavax for a Webinar About Their New Covid-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted

Join NACCHO and our Platinum Affiliate Business Partner, Novavax, on November 2nd at 2:00 PM ET to learn more about the newly FDA...

Oct 16, 2023

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