Minnesota Public Health Association News

2024 MN Partners in Public Health Conference - Breakout Session Request for Proposals Open!

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 15:40:35 GMT

Breakout Session Request for Proposals is now open!

Submit by August 1, 2024

The Partners in Public Health Conference will take place November 13 through 15, 2024, in Breezy Point, MN, and will include several breakout sessions.

We are looking for breakout session presentations that will advance the knowledge, skills, and abilities of those working in governmental public health across Minnesota.

This is an in-person only conference. All presentations are expected to be in-person, too. The deadline to submit a request for proposals is August 1, 2024. Applicants will be notified of selection decisions in early September.

Submit Now

What are we looking for in breakout presentations?

Generally, presentations should:

Be either 60 or 75 minutes.
Impart new information.
Share promising strategies and best practices.
Depict creative programs and services.
Demonstrate innovative ideas and solutions.
Make significant contributions to professional development for state and local public health leaders.
Address issues of health equity across all tracks.
Highlight success – recognizing innovation and celebrating practices that are working.
Include the voices of community partners, Tribal partners, and those with lived experience.

The breakout sessions will be categorized into the conference’s four tracks:

Workforce issues and leadership development
Communications
Working in partnership
Public health system transformation

More information about breakout session proposals and the four tracks are on the Partners in Public Health website.

Registration is Open for the 2024 Minnesota Rural Health Conference!

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:17:35 GMT

Registration is open for the 2024 Minnesota Rural Health Conference, which will be held on June 17-18 at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. The theme of this year’s conference is “Working Together, Building Our Future.”

The two-day event is designed to support, connect, and inspire rural health professionals and leaders from across the state — health care executives, providers, educators, health professions students, state government officials, policy analysts and researchers, elected officials, community members, and others — as they work toward the goal of building healthy communities.

The conference features more than 20 interactive sessions: two keynote speakers, two plenary sessions, the Minnesota Rural Health Association Policy Forum, an awards ceremony, and a total of 15 breakout sessions.

The conference is hosted by the Minnesota Department of Health, the Office of Rural Health and Primary Care, the Minnesota Rural Health Association, and the National Rural Health Resource Center.

For more information about the conference — including registration, scholarships, an overview of conference sessions, and exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities — visit minnesotaruralhealthconference.org. Questions about the conference can be directed to ruralhealthconference@ruralcenter.org.

NDSU Public Health Seminar Series

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:02:53 GMT

We are done for the academic year, but will resume in August/September! Alfredo Morabia (American Journal of Public Health Editor-in-Chief) will host an in-person seminar at NDSU on October 31st, 2024. We hope to have a large in-person attendance! Information about all upcoming events will be sent out to those who sign up for the series using the form provided below.

Join our mailing list to receive more information about our upcoming events: NDSU Seminar Series.

5/3/24 Webinar - The Role of Local Public Health in Community Water Fluoridation

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:58:57 GMT

MPHA Members & Audience:

Sharing another great webinar from our oral health friends!

Friday, May 3 from 12:00 - 1:30 PM

The Missouri Coalition for Oral Health and the Office of Dental Health are working together to present a webinar that focuses on the significance of community water fluoridation. The purpose of this webinar is to provide an overview of community water fluoridation and offer useful tips to support fluoridation efforts in Missouri.

Presented by:
Ashley Herrman, Community Outreach and Project Development Director, Missouri Coalition for Oral Health, and Gwen Sullentrup, Community Water Fluoridation and Dental Sealant Coordinator, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services - Office of Dental Health

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this webinar, participants will have an increased knowledge of community water fluoridation practices in Missouri.
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will increase awareness of fluoridation activities across Missouri.
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be equipped with tools and tactics for discussing community water fluoridation with community members.

There is no fee for attendance, but you must register to attend.
Dental CEs will be available.

Equity in Hepatitis B Elimination: Expanding Access to Prevention, Testing, and Treatment for Asian and African Immigrant Communities

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 20:30:55 GMT

MPHA Members, announcement from a partner affiliate!

Please join the Illinois Public Health Association for our second webinar in the 2024 Hepatitis B Learning Series,

EQUITY IN HEPATITIS B ELIMINATION:

Expanding Access to Prevention, Testing, and Treatment for Asian and African Immigrant Communities

APRIL 25, 2024 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

The Illinois Public Health Association invites you to join John W. Ward, MD, and Lindsey Hiebert from the Coalition for Global Hepatitis Elimination for an important webinar on ensuring equity in Hepatitis B elimination among Asian and African immigrants. The Coalition for Global Hepatitis Elimination is based at the Task Force for Global Health, an international NGO in Atlanta. The Coalition leads technical assistance, operational research, advocacy, and policy to advance hepatitis B and C elimination globally, including the development of National Hepatitis Elimination Profiles for more than 30 countries.

Register here by April 23, 2024

This webinar is part of the IPHA 2024 Hepatitis B Learning Series and is made possible by grant funds from the Illinois Department of Public Health's Center for Minority Health Services.

Voter Participation Is a Path to Health Equity

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 15:24:35 GMT

Journal of Public Health Management & Practice
March/April 2024 - Volume 30, Number 2

Voter Participation is a Path to Health Equity.pdf

MDH JUUL Settlement Statewide Feedback Sessions

Sun, 28 Jan 2024 22:57:19 GMT

The Minnesota Department of Health invites you to provide us feedback on the use of Minnesota’s Juul Settlement funds for youth e-cigarette prevention and cessation by participating in one of the opportunities outlined below. It is imperative we hear from a broad set of communities and organizations to ensure these funds address racial and health equity. Feedback gathered through this process will help guide the development of funding opportunities and other initiatives aimed at decreasing the harm from e-cigarettes on Minnesota youth.

Interested individuals and organizations are encouraged to participate in one of the following opportunities:

Attending an in-person session (details provided below)
Attending a virtual input session with a facilitated discussion (details provided below)
Completing the Minnesota JUUL Settlement Online Input Survey by February 23, 2024

The goals of these input sessions are to:

Increase awareness of the settlement funds, their purpose, and requirements of the legislation.
Gather input from a diverse group of community partners to help inform how settlement funds will be used.

Register to Attend an Input Session
Registration is required to participate. Dates and times are subject to change. Additional meeting details, including links to join a virtual meeting, will be sent prior to the meeting date.

In-person Sessions:
Metro Area

February 8, 1-2: 30 p.m.
Merriam Park Library
1831 Marshall Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55104
February 9, 9-10:30 a.m.
UROC
2001 Plymouth Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55411
February 12, 10-11:30 a.m.
Wescott Library
1340 Wescott Road, Eagan, MN 55123

Greater Minnesota

February 13, 1-2:30 p.m.
Wood Lake Meeting Center
210 Wood Lake Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904
February 16, 1-2:30 p.m.
Duluth Public Library
520 W. Superior Street, Duluth, MN 55802
February 21, 2-3:30 p.m.
Great River Regional Library
1300 W. St. Germain, St., Saint Cloud, MN 56301

Virtual Options

February 15, 9-10:30 a.m.
February 15, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
February 22, 12-1:30 p.m.

Please share these opportunities to provide feedback with your community partners.

We look forward to your participation and input. Together we will make significant improvements in the health of Minnesotans. If you have questions about this input process or how to provide feedback, email tobacco@state.mn.us.

Electric School Bus Webinar!

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 19:39:15 GMT

When: Thursday, December 14, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Where: Remote via Zoom

Who: Open to all community members... Parents, high school students, school nurses, health professionals, members of civic/community groups, and others!

What: Learn how electric school buses work, what it takes to get one in your district, how to help your school district apply for funds, and success stories from midwestern communities that already have them.

What's the issue?

Outdated, diesel school buses are known to emit harmful particulate matter linked to cancers, cardiovascular, and respiratory diseases. Exhaust from diesel school buses is also linked to asthma attacks in kids. Cleaner, cost-effective electric school buses reduce these health risks and are better for our kids, environment, and over the long-term — our school districts' budgets!

What's the solution?

Minnesota communities can apply to a mix of state and federal funds, including the EPA's Clean School Bus Rebate program, which is open until Jan. 31. The next step is to register for the above info session.

Collaborative Dental Hygiene Practice (CDHP) Toolkit is online

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 17:34:19 GMT

In honor of National Dental Hygiene Month, the Minnesota Oral Health Coalition, Normandale Community College, and the Minnesota Dental Hygienists’ Association announce the establishment of a Collaborative Dental Hygiene Practice Toolkit on the Minnesota Oral Health Coalition website. The importance of the Toolkit is significant and far-reaching.

The Collaborative Dental Hygiene Practice (CDHP) Toolkit originated at Normandale Community College as part of a 5-year U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration grant. Dr. Colleen Brickle, Dean of Health Sciences · Normandale Community College states, “The grant brought together 18 dedicated oral healthcare professionals committed to moving collaborative dental hygiene practice (CDHP) forward. These professionals met quarterly for five years on many initiatives. One of the products produced was the contents of this CDHP Toolkit”.

Maintaining the availability of these valuable resources will empower those interested in collaborative practice. Three examples of many, resources found in the CDHP Toolkit include:

* Provides in-depth information on starting a collaborative practice, to include a collaborative agreement template.

* Describes one Minnesota dental hygienists journey toward a successful collaboration with a dentist.

* Offers guidance on how to navigate the financial aspects of collaborative dental hygiene practice.

Press release - https://www.minnesotaoralhealthcoalition.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CDHP-Toolkit-Release-Final.pdf

On the Minnesota Oral Health Coalition website:

https://www.minnesotaoralhealthcoalition.org/collaborative-dental-hygiene-practice-tool-kit/

Clearing the Air: the Dual Toll of Vaping on Mind and Body

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 00:41:57 GMT

Pat McKone from the American Lung Association and Erin Simmons from MyPlace in Mankato, MN, will help lead this interactive discussion and unpack how these devices impact you and the people around you.

This is one of a 3-part vaping informational series co-hosted by 100 Rural Women and the American Lung Association. Part one, held in March of this year, focused on general information about vaping and how it affects our rural communities. Part two is centered around the physical and mental health impacts professionals are seeing as a result of long-term vape use. Part three, to be held in December, will highlight people and organizations doing important work in the movement to end vaping.

Vaping, introduced initially as a cessation device, has quickly become an epidemic in our nation. With more and more people entering hospitals due to vaping injuries, the true intention behind its use has been called into question.

Learning Lab Series: Online Focus Groups with Dick Krueger

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 00:35:40 GMT

How to Conduct Online Focus Groups

Thursday, December 7, 2023 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT

In this session, Dr. Richard Krueger, a recognized authority on the use of focus group interviewing within the public and non-profit environment, will share how to conduct an online focus group, and help participants develop the skills and techniques useful in online focus group interviewing.

Free, virtual, and open to all! CE credits available.

Nov. 6 - Overdose Fatality Reviews: Data Prevention Framework

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 15:45:15 GMT

Presented by MPHA's partner, MN Society for Public Health Education (MN-SOPHE)

Overdose Fatality Reviews

November 8th, 12P-1P CT

Register Here

Description:

The opioid overdose crisis has become a pressing public health emergency, demanding innovative approaches to tackle its complexities effectively. Overdose Fatality (OFR) is an emerging and powerful tool that has demonstrated immense value in addressing the overdose crisis.

Attendees will be introduced to the concept of OFR, a comprehensive framework for understanding overdose fatalities and informing evidence-based interventions. The session emphasizes the importance of collaboration among stakeholders and jurisdictions in maximizing the impact of OFR. OFR’s multidisciplinary collaboration among stakeholders fosters a holistic understanding of the factors contributing to overdose deaths.

By the end of the webinar presentation, attendees will be able to list two benefits of implementing an Overdose Fatality Review.

Receive 1.0 Category 1 CHES free!

Nonmembers can pay $10 for credit upon post-evaluation

MN SOPHE Membership information available HERE.

Who should participate: Public health professionals and students, healthcare professionals.

FREE for all participants, and free 1.0 CHES for MN SOPHE Members. For nonmembers: 1.0 CHES are $10. All participants will receive a certificate of attendance after participating and completing the evaluation form.

2023 Disability Health Equity Conference

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 16:30:00 GMT

Disabled Not Disposable: A Virtual Health Equity Conference

Please join us for a free, virtual CME conference focused on advancing health equity for the disability community. This conference will provide education on caring for patients with disabilities by centering the discussion on the experiences that people with disabilities face within the healthcare system and how you can improve the quality of their care. This virtual conference is open to all healthcare professionals. This conference is planned and presented by a partnership between Gillette Children’s, the Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities, Special Olympics MN, and individual volunteers with disabilities.

Date: November 29th, 2023 | 10:00am - 3:00pm CT

Sessions:

Disability Bias and Ableism in Health Care

Inclusive Communication

Intersectionality

Accessibility and Person-Center Health Care

After the Conference, Open Consultation/Discussion with the Conference Planning Committee and speakers

Registration closes November 27 at 11:59 PM.

CME Credit Designation: 4.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ | 4.0 Contact/Clock Hours

Questions? If you have any questions regarding this continuing education activity, please contact us at cme@gillettechildrens.com.

Community Health Worker Training Program Opportunities

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 14:30:00 GMT

The Minnesota Community Health Worker Alliance is excited to promote two opportunities this fall connected with the CHW Training Program Funded by HRSA:

Apprenticeship:

The Minnesota Community Health Worker Alliance, in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Health and the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry is working with employers across the State of Minnesota to expand employment opportunities for the Community Health Worker (CHW) via a Registered Apprenticeship Program.

For more information, or to schedule an information session with your organization, contact Vonyee Howard at apprenticeship@mnchwalliance.org and check out the Apprenticeship FAQs for Employers on the MNCHWA website.

Scholarship:

Scholarship applications for the Community Health Worker Certificate Program for Spring 2024 are available NOW on the MNCHWA website! Please visit the scholarship information page to learn more and apply.

For more information, or if you have specific questions about the scholarship program, please reach out to Angela Feilds at scholarship@mnchwalliance.org.

Reimagining Black Youth Mental Health

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 23:55:08 GMT

Reimaging Black Youth Mental Health Community Event

Strengthening community environments for well-being through community capacity and policy

Join state and local policy leaders for a dialogue about investing in protective community resources and policies that promote mental health and well-being for Black youth and families. This special event is hosted by MDH as part of the Reimagine Black Youth Mental Health Initiative.

When: Thursday, November 16th, 2023
12:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Where: Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center
5600 85th Avenue N., Brooklyn Park, MN 55443

2023 ACS CAN Research and Innovation Forum

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 17:00:00 GMT

Date & Time: October 17, 2023 | 8:30am -11:00am
Location: Wilder Foundation
451 Lexington Pkwy N, St Paul, MN 55104

The ACS CAN Minnesota Research and Innovation Forum is a premier event that brings together leaders from the business, education, medical, government and research communities to advance the work of ACS CAN. The event not only unites those in Minnesota who are fighting to end cancer, but it also serves to support ACS CAN and its work.

The October 17 event will focus on the latest innovations in cancer research. Attendees will hear directly from survivors, caregivers, providers, researchers, and public health advocates about how research impacts Minnesota's cancer community and informs ACS CAN's public policy initiatives.

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), the nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society, is the nation’s leading cancer advocacy organization working every day to make cancer issues a top priority. ACS CAN unites and empowers cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and their loved ones, giving them the training and tools they need to be heard.

For event information and to RSVP, visit: www.fightcancer.org/mnforum.

Tu Salud Health Fair

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Event Details

Date/Time: Saturday, October 28th, 2023 – 9am-3pm
Location: Bancroft Elementary School
3829 13th Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55407

The "Tu Salud" Health Fair aims to provide accessible health information and services to the Latino community, promoting holistic well-being. We believe that your dental expertise and contribution can add immense value to our attendees. Dental health plays a crucial role in overall well-being, and we understand the importance of having dental professionals like you actively involved in educating and supporting the community. We have managed to bring together different hospitals, nonprofits organizations and healthcare professionals, such as Minnesota Children's Hospital, United Health Care, Hennepin County, Alzheimer’s Association, etc., to be a part of this event scheduled for October 28th. It will be a day filled with informative booths, engaging speakers, and meaningful discussions focused on empowering the Latino community with health knowledge and resources.

Scholarship Opportunity

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Minnesota Community Health Worker Alliance

We had a total of 88 scholarship applications submitted for Fall 2023, and of those 62 students have been awarded and begun their CHW Certificate courses this fall. We will have 90 scholarships available for Spring 2024 and we are hopeful that we can increase our outreach for the spring semester and use all 90 of the scholarships- help us get the word out!

Applications for the Spring 2024 CHWTP Scholarship will be open from October 1st through November 30th on the MNCHWA website!

We are currently working hard to spread the word about the Apprenticeship Program, which is also a huge part of the Community Health Worker Training Program. Please reach out to Vonyee Howard at apprenticeship@mnchwalliance.org if you would like to get connected and learn more about this amazing opportunity.

2023 RentWise Train-the-Trainer Registration

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 19:13:35 GMT

Mark your calendars! University of Minnesota Extension invites professionals, including human service providers, landlords, teachers and volunteers, to attend a series of financial capability train-the-trainer workshops. Attending the training will give participants access to curricula and other educational resources. Participants will be able to use the materials from these trainings in programs, classes and one-on-one settings.

RentWise is a comprehensive curriculum that provides education and skills on renting and encourages renter responsibility using an active-learning approach.

Training fee structure

Each training is $150 for the first person within an organization and $50 for each additional person (up to three additional participants) within the same organization. Cost includes access to curricula and other educational resources. Lunch is also provided for the in-person training participants.

In-person training for RentWise

Date/Time: July 18th, 2023 from 9:00am - 2:00pm
Location: University of Minnesota Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC), 2001 Plymouth Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 554111
Registration deadline: July 13th, 2023 at 11:59pm; no refunds will be issued for cancellation requests received after registration closes.

Virtual training for RentWise

Date/Time: December 6, 2023 from 9:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Zoom link to join the training will be shared with registrants by course instructors via email.
Registration deadline: November 30th, 2023 at 11:59pm; no refunds will be issued for cancellation requests received after registration closes.

Contact information

For questions about the training, please contact Sharon Powell at spowell@umn.edu.
For registration questions, contact ext-reg@umn.edu.
For help with online learning, visit: https://extension.umn.edu/courses-and-events/get-help-online-learning

2023 Dollar Works 2 Train-the-Trainer Registration

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 18:52:07 GMT

Dollar Works 2 is a comprehensive curriculum that offers valuable knowledge, tools and strategies to teach others about managing personal finances and making sound financial decisions.

Training fee structure

In-person training for Dollar Works 2

Date/Time: June 28th, 2023 from 9:00am - 3:00pm
Location: Greater Mankato Business Development Center, Sakatah Trail Room, 1961 Premier Drive, Mankato, MN 56001
Registration deadline: June 22, 2023 at 11:59pm; no refunds will be issued for cancellation requests received after registration closes.

Virtual training for Dollar Works 2

Date/Time: October 4 & 5th, 2023 from 9:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Zoom link to join the training will be shared with registrants by course instructors via email.
Registration deadline: September 30th, 2023 at 11:59pm; no refunds will be issued for cancellation requests received after registration closes.

Contact information

For questions about the training, please contact Sara Croymans at croym001@umn.edu or Sam Roth at sroth@umn.edu.
For registration questions, contact ext-reg@umn.edu.
For help with online learning, visit: https://extension.umn.edu/courses-and-events/get-help-online-learning
For more information about this program, visit: https://extension.umn.edu/teaching-personal-finance/dollar-works-2-personal-financial-education-program

Achieving Health Equity in Minnesota Roundtable

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 15:58:49 GMT

"Achieving Health Equity in Minnesota": A roundtable discussion featuring guest speakers who bring different perspectives on how to achieve health equity in Minnesota, which has some of the worst race-based disparities in the country in health outcomes and access to healthcare.

Event Info

Date: Thursday, September 28, 2023
Time: 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.
Location: Kagin Commons - Alexander G. Hill Ballroom
21 Snelling Ave S, St Paul, MN 55105

Invited participants:

Rose Roach - National Coordinator for the Labor Campaign for Single Payer and Chair of Healthcare for All Minnesota
Dr. J'Mag Karbeah - health services researcher on structural racism and maternal/child health issues at the University of Minnesota
Dr. Maria Veronica Svetaz - director of Aqui Para Ti/Here for You clinic-based development program in South Minneapolis and Hennepin Healthcare
Brian Rood - Health Equity specialist at Optum Healthcare / UnitedHealth Group
Miranda Harris Martinez '18 - medical student, University of Minnesota
Organizers: Dr. Eric Carter (Geography) and Dr. Vanessa Voller (International Studies)

This symposium is funded through a grant from the Macalester College's Racial Justice Project Fund.

To attend in person, please register by Sunday, September 24, 2023.

Virtual Registration

Contact: specialevents@macalester.edu
Audience: Alumni, Faculty, Parents and Families, Public, Staff, Students
Admission: no cost
Sponsors: Geography, International Studies, Special Events

2023 Rural Minnesota Community Health Worker Conference

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 20:33:28 GMT

Supporting Rural Community Health Workers

GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION

Friday, September 29, 2023
Early Bird Rate Deadline September 1: $75
Regular Rate Starting September 2: $100
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

OBJECTIVES:

Identify strategies for developing skills and improving the effectiveness of CHWs.
Clarify CHW roles and build confidence around CHW work.
Apply innovative models to improve community health and health equity.
Network with Community Health professionals and colleagues to share knowledge and resources.

OPTIONAL CPR/AED, FIRST AID REFRESHER:

Thursday, September 28, 2023
5:30-8:00 p.m.
Hampton Inn & Suites, Mississippi Room
Sign-up online with conference registration
$21 paid directly to instructor cash or check

LOCATION:

Hampton Inn & Suites – 1019 Paul Bunyan Drive South, Bemidji, MN 56601

LODGING:

Lodging is available at the Hampton Inn & Suites at a discounted rate (Thursday, September 28th only) for those attending the conference. You must make your reservation by August 31, 2023 to get the discounted rate. When making the reservation, let the front desk know you are requesting the room under “CHW / Northwest Tech” room block to get the discount.

ACCOMMODATIONS:

If you need an accommodation for this event, please contact the Accessibility Services Office at 218-755-3883. If an interpreter is needed, two weeks’ notice is requested.

Healing Communities: A Minnesota Summit on Mental Wellbeing

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 19:59:23 GMT

The annual Minnesota Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE) health education summit gathers health education specialists, and public health professionals from around the state to exchange information and create a healthier Minnesota through effective public health education practice. The MN SOPHE planning committee is excited about our novel theme and lineup of engaging speakers for this year's health education summit; a wonderful opportunity to attend a virtual and affordable professional conference. Find out what is moving and shaking for health education in Minnesota!

When: October 19, 2023, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Location: Clyde Iron Works, 2920 W Michigan St, Duluth, MN 55806

This Year's Topics:

Presenters will speak on topics of nicotine and commercial tobacco dependence, youth digital wellbeing, mental health and policy, workplace wellbeing, a poster session, networking, and more!

Conference Objectives:

Develop new knowledge and skills
Expand professional health education networks – including people, organizations, and resources to enhance and energize health education planning, intervention, research, and evaluation.
Identify strategies that will further equitable and inclusive environments.
Explore sustainable policy, system, and environmental changes to enhance community health and resiliency.

Continuing Education Credits:

An application has been submitted to award Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES) up to a total of 3.5 Category I Continuing Education Contact Hours (CECH). The National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. has approved SOPHE and its chapters as designated multiple event providers of CECH in health education.

Questions? Contact President-Elect and HES Chair, Lindsay Nelson at lindsaymnelson1@gmail.com.

Save the Date: 2024 ADA Symposium in Minneapolis

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT

Save the Date: 2024 ADA Symposium in Minneapolis

Where: Minneapolis, MN

When: June 9 - 12, 2024

Experts from around the country will gather in Minneapolis next year to share their knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). From the ADA Symposium:

The National ADA Symposium provides the latest information on ADA regulations and guidelines, implementation strategies, and best practices. The Symposium offers a range of sessions to meet the diverse needs of attendees, from presentations covering basic content for novices to dynamic, interactive sessions designed specifically for attendees with years of experience and ADA expertise.

Stay connected with MCD for details as they become available around December or January.

APHA Aug - Oct Webinars: Your Rebuilding Year

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 21:30:00 GMT

MPHA members, please join us for APHA's Your Rebuilding Year webinar series!

Recruiting members, leaders and board members, 3-4 p.m. ET Wednesday, Aug. 2. Register for 8/2
Engaging students within your Affiliate, 4-5 p.m. ET Thursday, Aug. 10. Register for 8/10
Engaging and retaining leaders and board members, 2-3 p.m. ET Tuesday, Sept. 12. Register for 9/12
Leading with Empathy & Leaving the Table Energized: Strategies and Tactics for Conversations with State Public Health Associations, 3-5 p.m. ET Wednesday, Oct. 4. Register for 10/4

Sept. 18 Minnesota Conference on Problem Gambling

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT

The Minnesota Conference on Problem Gambling will be held September 18, 2023 in Bloomington, MN. Details and registration are available here.

Sept. 29-30 Southern Minnesota Active Transportation Summit

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 18:43:10 GMT

Southern Minnesota Active Transportation Summit

September 29-30, 2023

In-person & Virtual

Bicycling and walking are resurgent thanks in no small part to disruptions caused by the pandemic. In response, cities and towns quickly innovated to create new infrastructure. With more and better places to bike and walk, more people were drawn to the streets, sidewalks and trails.

The first annual Southern Minnesota Active Transportation Summit will examine how to respond to this renewed demand, while looking forward to ensure that we don’t return to our sedentary ways. Plan to participate to learn how to take advantage of the multiple resources available to improve the built environment and how to advocate effectively for change. Capacity is limited so register today to attend in-person or virtually.

Measles & MMR Vaccines Webinar

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 02:38:18 GMT

Foundation for a Healthy North Dakota is hosting a free webinar on the MMR and Measles vaccines June 27th at 12:00pm CT. The event features Lynn Bahta R.N., MPH, CPH and Jane Griffith, MA, MPH from the Minnesota Department of Health.

May 20 - Strides for Stroke Walk

Mon, 08 May 2023 21:00:00 GMT

If you haven’t yet, there is still time to register for the annual Strides for Stroke on Saturday May 20^th! Join survivors and community members in a walk to honor all Minnesotans who live with the effects of stroke. Details and registrations are linked here.

This event is run by the Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance.

Gun Violence in Arizona: Data to Inform Prevention Policies

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 14:00:00 GMT

The Arizona Public Health Association (AzPHA) Board of Directors is very proud of a new report released by our affiliate titled, "Gun Violence in Arizona: Data to Inform Prevention Policies"

AzPHA identified firearm violence as a priority in our strategic planning process last year. AzPHA member (and former MN affiliate member!) Allan Williams, MPH, PhD helped mentor Julia Jackman, an MSc Candidate in Global Health Fulbright Study and Research to complete this comprehensive report.

While it paints a bleak picture (the lifetime risk of death by firearm is 1 in 81 Arizonans), this report will serve as an invaluable advocacy tool. And we hope can help serve other APHA affiliates and sections!

FREE Upcoming Webinars | January - April 2023

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 05:14:09 GMT

The University of Minnesota Extension Center for Family Development invites you to participate in one or more of our FREE webinars that support families and those who serve families in making informed decisions that lead to greater health, resilience and well-being.

All webinars are virtual and free. Click here for more information about the webinar series! A flier highlighting the eight series can be accessed here.

Free Dental Care for Underserved Children | 2/3 - 2/4

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 05:11:20 GMT

Give Kids a Smile is a charitable outreach program that provides free dental care to underserved children (typically ages 3-18). Dental clinics throughout the state volunteer to provide these services during Children’s Dental Health Month.

Click here to find a clinic!

WHEN IS IT?

February 3 and 4, 2023

(Some clinics hold events on alternative dates.)

LOCATION?

Volunteer dental clinics across the state.

HOW ARE APPOINTMENTS MADE?

Families can locate a participating clinic by visiting www.mndental.org/gkas or contacting the United Way by dialing 2-1-1 or texting the zip code to 898-211. They can then contact the clinic directly to schedule an appointment.

“We’re Not Happy About Climate Change” Happy Hour and Member Meeting | 2/7 @ 6 PM CT

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 04:58:09 GMT

February 7, 2023, 6:00 – 8:00 pm @ Summit Brewery (910 Montreal Ave, St. Paul)

Health Professionals for a Healthy Climate (HPHC) is thrilled to host our first in-person happy hour event in almost three years! With the strong possibility of passing meaningful climate policy to protect public health in 2023, we’ve invited key committee chairs to talk about proposed climate action in the upcoming legislative session. We’ll hear from Rep. Patty Acomb, Rep. Frank Hornstein, Sen. Nick Frentz, Sen. Scott Dibble and Chris Conry, Executive Director of the 100% Campaign. We also want to share details on what HPHC has been up to, and our plans for 2023.

Come join us and enjoy appetizers, beverages, and community with other like-minded health professionals at Summit Brewery in St. Paul on Feb. 7!

$10/person - includes vegetarian appetizers. Cash bar available.

Click here to RSVP!

Call for Proposals (due 1/19) – 2023 Minnesota Rural Health Conference

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 04:54:22 GMT

The Minnesota Office of Rural Health and Primary Care, Minnesota Rural Health Association, and National Rural Health Resource Center invite proposals for presentations to be delivered at the 2023 Minnesota Rural Health Conference, on June 12-13 in Duluth. The conference theme is "Reconnect. Renew. Revitalize."

PROPOSALS

Proposals for 60-minute oral presentations and panel discussions that align with one of the conference’s three tracks — Social Drivers of Health, Innovations and Sustainability, and Workforce — are encouraged. Proposal submissions must include at least one presenter who is a rural health care provider, student, person with lived experience, or a person working at a rural health care organization or facility.

DEADLINE

The deadline to submit a proposal online is Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 4 p.m. CT.

The proposal form and additional details about the submission process can be found online here.

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

The Minnesota Rural Health Conference annually seeks to support, connect, and inspire rural health professionals and leaders from across the state as they work toward the goal of building healthy communities. The conference typically attracts a range of attendees: health care executives; health care providers and other professionals; network directors; policy analysts and other researchers; health plan and accountable care organization representatives; educators; staff from government agencies; health professions students; and community members, leaders, and activists.

QUESTIONS

If you have questions about the proposal process, please contact us at ruralhealthconference@ruralcenter.org.

9th Annual MLK Holiday Weekend of Service | 1/15 @ 1 PM CT

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 04:50:30 GMT

Sweet Potato Comfort Pie and Breck School in Golden Valley will host the 9th Annual MLK Holiday Weekend of Service on Sunday, January 15, 2023. This year’s theme is "Edify with Sweet Potato Comfort Pie: A Piece of Unity in Action”. Mark your calendar for this free hybrid event! This year’s celebration will mark the 94th birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Please register soon to receive final details and help us establish an accurate headcount for all activities.

Click here to register!

A pre-program will begin promptly at 1:00 PM with the unveiling of seven new honorees of the “Character Values: Upholding Our Beloved Community" Photo Exhibit.

Proceeding the unveiling, the program will begin with the Pie Procession of 94 pies led by community members to honor Dr. King. You have the option to register and join us virtually if you would like.

This simple but powerful act of preparing and sharing sweet potato pie is a revered practice for comforting one another and strengthening our human connection. There will be presentations, awards, and critical racial dialogues among participants - all done in the spirit of Ubuntu to remind us that each of us is who we are because of our beloved community.

If you would like to contribute to this work, donations can be made as you register - or at www.SweetPotatoComfortPie.org.

PLEASE NOTE:

(VIRTUAL ATTENDEES ONLY) You must register for the event, and then you will be sent a ZOOM link to receive a sign-in for the day of the event.
T he pre-program will not be live-streamed.
The 94 pies will be baked on Saturday, January 14th. In addition, pie slices will be offered to all in-person attendees.

American Heart Association's (AHA) HeartCorps program

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 04:39:37 GMT

HeartCorps is the American Heart Association’s (AHA) effort within the Public Health AmeriCorps program. AHA designed the program to specifically focus on rural communities. Members – who will receive a variety of benefits – are to be placed at host sites to carry out work around blood pressure control, nutrition education, and more. One of those sites in is Minnesota, at the SW Minnesota Opportunity Council.

Click here for more details!

Candidates can either apply through the website or just email their resume to HeartCorps@heart.org. The final cohort will start January 23rd. Members serve 1700 hours and for their time they will receive a $15/hr stipend, a $6500 educational grant, and access to health insurance if needed. The educational grant is transferable to a family member.

This would a great role for someone who is interested in a career in or adjacent to public health, a recent college grad, or someone looking to reenter the workforce while supporting their community’s health. Apply today!

St. Kate's Scholarship Funding for Community Health/Public Health

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 04:22:32 GMT

St. Catherine University is pleased to announce $1.5 million in new scholarship funding for students pursuing public health careers as Community Health Workers. Please pass this message on to anyone in your community who may be interested in careers in community and public health.

This federal grant will support students pursuing the Community Health Worker certificate, or the bachelor's in Public Health degree with a Community Health Worker concentration. Courses are offered online through St. Kate's College for Adults.

A Community Health Worker (CHW) is a frontline public health worker who serves as an intermediary between health and social services and clients, working to increase access to health services and improve the quality and cultural competency of healthcare delivery. Students in the program gain skills in health communication, cultural competency, and health education, and get real-world experience with a community partner.

Scholarships will be awarded to a limited number of students to cover the full tuition cost of the certificate program, or 24 credits of the public health bachelor's program. Scholarships will be awarded twice annually over the next three years.

Anyone interested is invited to:

Request information on the Community Health Worker certificate or bachelor's in Public Health program

Join us for an online information session: January 17 at 12:00 p.m. (Central)

St. Kate's also offers a Master of Public Health in Global Health program.

AHA Equity Conference (May 16-18, 2023) Keynote Speaker: Isabel Wilkerson – “Caste”

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 04:18:24 GMT

AHA is excited to announce that Pulitzer Prize winning author, journalist and National Humanities Medal recipient, Isabel Wilkerson, will give the opening keynote address at AHA’s 2023 Accelerating Health Equity Conference, May 16-18, in Minneapolis.

Wilkerson’s debut book, The Warmth of Other Suns, follows the journey of three African Americans fleeing the repressive Jim Crow south, as they join six million more in what would come to be known as America’s Great Migration. Her second book, Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents, examines the laws and practices that led to a Black and white caste system – or hierarchy – in the United States. For more information on Ms. Wilkerson, click here!

Health Chatter Podcast

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 03:59:12 GMT

Tune in to the Health Chatter podcast where Clarence and Stan, experienced public health and community engagement professionals, sit down to create an open forum and discuss topics central to today’s health.

Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts!

Click here to listen on Spotify!

Click here to listen on RSS!

Black Families Childbirth Series for Hennepin Healthcare Clients, Starting 10/18

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 03:52:40 GMT

Attention Black families! Are you or someone you know pregnant and a Hennepin Healthcare Patient? Come join our FREE Childbirth Education Series! There will be nine sessions every Tuesday, starting on October 18, 2022. Join the series to build community and a support system, share ideas, hear and learn from each other, and ask your questions and receive honest answers.

Click here to learn more and register!

Applications Now Open for Minority Health Policy Fellowship at Harvard

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 03:49:35 GMT

The Commonwealth Fund Fellowship in Minority Health Policy at Harvard University is pleased to announce the call for applications for the 2023–2024 year. At the Harvard Medical School, applications are now being accepted for a one-year, degree-granting, full-time fellowship beginning in July 2023.

The Commonwealth Fund Fellowship in Minority Health Policy at Harvard University is designed to prepare physicians, particularly those from groups underrepresented in medicine, to become leaders in transforming health care delivery systems and promoting innovation in policies, practices, and programs that address health equity and social determinants of health for historically marginalized populations.

The program offers intensive study in health policy, public health, and management. Fellows complete academic work leading to a Master of Public Health degree at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health or a Master of Public Administration degree at the Harvard Kennedy School. Fellows also participate in leadership forums and seminars with nationally recognized leaders in health care delivery systems, minority health, and health policy.

The application deadline is 5:00 pm ET on December 1, 2022. All application materials must be submitted in the online application system by the deadline.

Click here to review and access the electronic application system!

10/22 and 10/23 7:30 PM CT - RARE: Stories of Dis-ease

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 03:29:15 GMT

Sod House Theater has teamed up with The University of Minnesota’s Center for Orphan Drug Research to develop a new production focused on bringing attention to those diagnosed with a rare disease. Join them on October 22 (University of MN - Morris) and October 23 (Fargo, ND) for their final two performances

RARE is a partnership between Sod House Theater and the team at The University of Minnesota’s Center for Orphan Drug Research to develop a new production focused on bringing attention to those diagnosed with a rare disease. The collaboration will adapt the Greek tragedy, Philoctetes, to help audiences gain greater awareness and deeper understanding of the medical, economic, psychological, and social challenges facing people with rare diseases. Kevin Kling, best known for his popular commentaries on National Public Radio’s All Things Considered, is the playwright.

Click here to learn more and reserve tickets! Tickets are free.

10/27 12:00 PM CT - Center for Economic Inclusion's Powering Inclusion forum

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 03:20:20 GMT

Join the Center for Economic Inclusion for their Powering Inclusion forum on October 27, 2022 at 12:00 PM CT. At the forum, the Center will release its report on Racial Equity Impact Notes and the importance of rubrics and other tools for measuring the efficacy of local and state policies designed to close racial employment, income, and wealth gaps.

The Center’s report will inform its legislative agenda and facilitate Minnesota’s Legislature and local government in fulfilling their commitment to create racially responsive and effective policy and investments for all Minnesotans, ensuring that the entire state continues to prosper.

This online forum will be an opportunity to hear from leaders from different sectors and the Center’s CEO, Tawanna Black, on the state of inclusive economic growth and equitable wealth building in our region, and the report's findings.

Click here to learn more and register!

11/17 3:00 - 4:00 PM ET - APHA Partnership Building and Advocacy virtual session

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 03:11:04 GMT

On November 17, 2022 at 3 - 4 PM ET, join APHA for a virtual strategy session on partnership building and advocacy. This session is a part of a series for APHA affiliates and their membership.

In this session, we discuss how affiliates and their members can protect public health in a variety of ways. We will hear from 2 experienced advocates from Local Solutions Support Center (LSSC) on how to scale tactics based on the environment in your state.

This session will include live transcription (the automatic Zoom capability), please email Rya (rya.griffis@apha.org) about any accommodations or considerations we should take to make sure you can fully participate.

Click here to register in advance for this meeting! After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Stay tuned: future sessions of this training series to be announced!

10/6 - PEAK MN Philanthropy's Role in Racial and Health Equity

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 22:27:26 GMT

On Thursday, October 6 at 2:00-3:30 pm CST, join PEAK MN for a virtual session about philanthropy and its role in racial and health equity! In this session, learn how philanthropy can play a stronger role to reverse longstanding, destructive trends and improve the lives and systems that make up our democracy.

Philanthropy has a critical role to play in redressing the structural racism and oppression at the root of health inequities in our nation. By prioritizing cross-cultural, cross-sector, and interdisciplinary alliances, philanthropy can strengthen racial and intersectional equity in governance and policy making.

Health equity is defined by a very broad spectrum of social determinants of health:

Racism, discrimination, and violence
Safe housing, transportation, and neighborhoods
Education, job opportunities, and income
Access to nutritious foods and physical activity opportunities
Polluted air and water
Language and literacy skills

Our speaker is Vayong Moua, MPA, Director of Racial and Health Equity Advocacy at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota.

Thursday, October 6th, 2022
2:00-3:30pm Central Time
Via Zoom - Meeting Link will be sent upon registration
Registration is open and complimentary to all!

Click here to register!

NNLM Monkeypox Information Outreach Award

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 22:20:03 GMT

The Monkeypox Information Outreach Award from the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) will provide funding to organizations for the purpose of providing communities most at risk for monkeypox with high quality information about monkeypox. The award is intended to increase health equity through outreach and engagement. We invite public health departments, clinics, hospitals, libraries, non-profit organizations, and faith-based organizations who are located in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin to apply.

The Period of Performance is December 1, 2022 – April 30, 2023, and the Application Deadline is October 21, 2022, 5:00 pm CDT. A minimum of three awards in the amount of $5,000 will be funded.

Potential Project Ideas

Because of the time sensitive nature of this health information outreach and the short performance period, we recommend the following project ideas:

A health department sends public health workers to LGBTQ bars and community centers to distribute and post flyers or printed information about monkeypox from MedlinePlus and/or CDC. Alternatively, the health department creates original flyers containing a QR code that links to monkeypox information online from CDC and/or MedlinePlus. Information covered might include prevention, safer sex practices, signs & symptoms, transmission, testing, treatment, and/or vaccines.
A library or community organization partners with a health department to offer flyers or printed information about monkeypox and the monkeypox vaccine at vaccine clinics. The flyers and information come from MedlinePlus and/or CDC.
Award recipient creates QR code stickers for condom packages. The QR code links to monkeypox information from MedlinePlus and/or CDC. Award recipient distributes stickered condom packages for focused disease prevention and educational awareness at LGBTQ bars, community centers, health clinics, etc.
A community organization, health department, or clinic creates short videos explaining what monkeypox is, how it does and doesn’t spread, what to do if you have monkeypox, and what to expect with the monkeypox vaccine. The video is distributed via social media, along with links to more information about monkeypox from MedlinePlus and/or CDC.

Click here for full application and eligibility information!

If you would like to discuss your project before submitting a proposal, please contact Nora Barnett, MS, AHIP, Health Professions Outreach Specialist, NNLM Region 6, nora-barnett@uiowa.edu.

10/19 - MN SOPHE Annual Health Education Summit

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 21:52:32 GMT

The MN SOPHE Summit Planning Committee would like to invite you to this year’s virtual conference with our novel theme, Building Bridges in Health Education: Getting Back to the Work We Love, on October 19th, 2022 from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

This year’s featured speakers will be speaking on the following topics:

Trauma recovery
Health equity among sexual and gender minority youth
School and community partnerships in public health education
Career development
Poster session - featuring innovative and successful programs and evaluation techniques

With reduced cost for members and 3.5 Category 1 ceu's*, this half-day virtual conference is the best deal around!

Professional member: $25
Student member: FREE
Professional nonmember: $50
Student nonmember bundle (conference + membership): $10
Professional bundle (conference + membership): $60

Click here for full agenda and registration details!

10/13 9:30 AM CT - ACS CAN Research and Innovation Forum

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 03:31:05 GMT

Join the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) for their upcoming Research and Innovation Forum on Thursday, October 13 at 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM. The event, hosted by Sleep Number, will focus on the cancer patient experience and what we can do to make sure all patients have equitable access to the care they need to fight their disease. Speakers will discuss innovative approaches to patient navigation, clinical trial enrollment, strategies to resolve financial toxicity, and access to targeted therapies. This event will be a hybrid event and will offer both in-person and virtual options to participate.

Confirmed Speakers:

Emmanuel S. Antonarakis, MD, Clark Endowed Professor of Medicine, Division of Hematology, Oncology and Transplantation, Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota
Lance Barbour, MPH, Director, State & Local Campaigns – Health Equity, ACS CAN
Talaya Dendy, Cancer Thriver & Cancer Doula
Representative Heather Edelson (49A), Assistant Majority Leader
Dan Endreson, Sr. Director of Policy and Government Affairs, MN Council of Health Plans
Dana Erickson, President and CEO, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Talaya Dendy, Cancer Thriver & Cancer Doula
Shelly Ibach, President and CEO, Sleep Number
Kelly Leibold, Cancer Survivor

Click here to learn more and register!

10/7 - 10/8 Minnesota Cares: Wellness Workshop

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 03:25:05 GMT

You and your healthcare colleagues from all disciplines are invited and encouraged to attend a FREE wellness workshop at the Minneapolis Convention Center October 7-8, 2022. This event is divided into four-hour sessions, each having a Keynote speaker and breakout workshops. This schedule allows the option to attend one or more session based on your busy schedule.

Members of the healthcare community in all fields and roles have given everything to serve Minnesotans throughout the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19. We know this has taken its toll on you and your families, yet your commitment and sacrifices have not wavered, and you continue to care for us all. Minnesotans want to say thank you and provide you with evidence-based tools to promote your ongoing wellness!

Click here to learn more and register!

Region V Public Health Leadership Institute

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 03:18:00 GMT

The Region V Public Health Leadership Institute (RVPHLI) is an opportunity for professionals in public health and primary care to cultivate their capacity to influence change in their organizations and communities. This six-month virtual program is grounded in theory, coupled with practical application and peer-to-peer learning. RVPHLI will set a foundation for emerging leaders as well as strengthen skills for current leaders to recruit and retain a diverse workforce and engage cross-sector partners in addressing the social determinants of health.

The program will run from January - June 2023. Participants will engage in a variety of learning activities, both live and self-paced, for a total of 40 contact hours. The estimated time commitment is 1-2 hours/week on average over 24 weeks.

NOTE: This program is only available to individuals within the Region V states of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. The cohort will be limited to 36 people from across the region.

Click here to learn more and apply!

APHA All Hands on Deck: Working Across Disciplines to Support Abortion

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 17:54:05 GMT

Kelley Dennings, on behalf of the American Public Health Association's Sexual and Reproductive Health Section, volunteered to write a blog post after the fall of Roe v. Wade this past June. Read article below.

All Hands On Deck: Working Across Disciplines to Support Abortion

By Kelley Dennings, Center for Biological Diversity, on behalf of APHA, Sexual and Reproductive Health Section

The Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) section of APHA is horrified but not surprised by the recent SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. State lawmakers have been limiting access to abortion for years.

As APHA Executive Director Dr. Georges Benjamin stated in a release following the decision, APHA recognizes abortion as a right and a fundamental component of healthcare. As public health professionals we need to work to mitigate the harms that come with the fall of Roe v. Wade, just as we act in response to other public health crises.

According to a new article in Advancing New Standards in Reproductive Health written by SRH section members, there are three things public health departments can do to help mitigate these harms:

In states where abortion is illegal, public health professionals should use local data to estimate how many pregnant people will be forced to continue a pregnancy. They should also increase public health capacity to care for the pregnant people, children, and families in the areas of highest need.
Public health professionals should provide resources on where and how to obtain an abortion for those requesting it; anticipate more self-managed abortions; and work to ensure these abortions are not criminalized in our areas.
In states where abortion remains legal, public health professionals should support and strengthen the existing abortion care delivery system and facilitate access to abortion. APHA has also called on state and local governments to allow health departments to continue engaging in activities related to abortion.

Additionally, legal experts note that cities in states that make abortion illegal can provide abortion care prosecution protection or possibly even provide abortion care directly. They recommend progressive local prosecutors use their discretion to decline bringing legal proceedings against medical staff, public health professionals or patients in these cases.

Also, staff working for government-owned hospitals or clinics should talk with their legal and administrative departments about how to document miscarriages, ectopic pregnancies, and other conditions that are likely to be scrutinized. The Big Cities Health Coalition recently released a statement pledging to combat all attempted criminalization of medical professionals who provide these services and pledged to work together to combat misinformation.

As the activist and poet Audre Lorde said, “There is no such thing as a single-issue struggle because we do not live single-issue lives.” We know from the social determinants of health that health equity is affected by healthcare access as well as education, economic stability, our environment, and our social and community ties. Research shows that denying people abortion has adverse impacts on the health and well-being of pregnant people, children and families.

Our section works to learn from and lift the values of the abortion justice framework in ensuring abortion access for all. We strive to reframe abortion within the public health context. Please visit the Reproductive and Sexual Health section of the APHA website for social media shareables, news releases, and these recent policy statements adopted by APHA on abortion:

As the APHA statement from Dr. Benjamin noted, “States must take action to make the procedure legal for patients who seek it and abortion providers who offer the essential health care service. Further, states should fund and equip their public health departments to help people obtain comprehensive reproductive health services consistent with public health values and frameworks.”

One way to support states in this endeavor is to recommend that President Biden’s Department of Health and Human Services declare this time a public health emergency. This would ensure abortion clinics seeing a higher demand would receive support, federal funding could pay for travel expenses to receive an abortion out-of-state, registered nurses could perform abortions, doctors could practice outside their geographical jurisdiction, and patients could participate in other states' Medicaid programs.

We call on all public health professionals to review the policy statements above and reach out to our task force chairs with any questions. Join us today in defense of bodily autonomy.

MDH Health Equity Networks

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 16:37:22 GMT

The Minnesota Health Equity Networks connect, strengthen, and amplify health equity efforts and community issues using a regional and relational approach. The Networks are a cooperative and evolving community of support for local public health, Tribal public health, and community organizations to address longstanding and emerging health equity issues.

Click here to learn more.

Click here to subscribe and sign up for the MDH Health Equity Networks newsletter.

8/20 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Toxic Tour

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 20:30:03 GMT

You’re invited to a Toxic Tour of North Minneapolis with Community Members for Environmental Justice and Health Professionals for a Healthy Climate!

As a low-income community of color, North Minneapolis has been identified as an area of environmental justice concern, due to poor air quality and numerous industrial sources of pollution that threaten the health of the community. This will be an opportunity for you to connect with North Minneapolis community members on the health, environmental and climate concerns they face every day.

The tour will be on Saturday, August 20, 2022, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at Breaking Bread, 1210 Broadway Ave., Minneapolis. This event is free, but space is limited so sign up today!

7/13 5:00 PM - Project Smoking Cessation Outreach for Racial Equity

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 13:39:08 GMT

Community Health Authentic Talk (CHAT) sessions are virtual sessions that provide a space for community members to have a conversation with academic researchers to share their experiences with tobacco and smoking cessation.

The goal is to understand community members' experiences with smoking and barriers to enrolling in smoking cessation programs. Community members will be compensated with a $50 gift card for their time.

Please email Jason Yang (yang8125@umn.edu) for questions and concerns regarding CHAT sessions.

Call for Proposals - LPHA Fall Conference

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 12:37:22 GMT

The Local Public Health Association of Minnesota (LPHA) is currently seeking proposals for presentations/workshops at our fall conference which fit our theme of “Healthy Leaders, Healthy Community”.

Highlights are:

Presenters should be available to join us in person at the conference in Alexandria, MN on Monday, November 14 and/or Tuesday, November 15;
Proposals are due by August 1 @ noon. All applicants will be notified ofthe committee’s decision by the end of August.

Learn more and submit your proposal today!

Enhanced Asthma Care Services Bill

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 17:35:10 GMT

A new bill passed during the 2021 Minnesota legislative session expands medical assistance to cover “enhanced asthma care services.” Services include home visits and allergen-reducing products. Children who have poorly controlled asthma, as defined in the statute, and who are enrolled in medical assistance or Minnesota Health Care Programs are eligible for these benefits.

Home visits will only be covered if provided by “a registered environmental health specialist or lead risk assessor currently credentialed by the Department of Health or a healthy homes specialist credentialed by the Building Performance Institute.” Products will be covered if “identified as needed and recommended” by the professionals authorized to perform the home visits or by health care professionals providing asthma care for the child.

The new provisions, in MN Stat. section 256B.0625, subd. 67, are now in effect.

7/27 8:30 AM CST - Addressing Substance Use Disorders in Our Communities

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 17:16:01 GMT

Overdoses are the #1 cause of accidental deaths in America. According to the CDC, there were over 107,000 fatal overdoses in the U.S. in 2021. This epidemic has only gotten worse during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to overdose-related deaths, more than 175,000 deaths in the U.S. can be attributed to the use of alcohol and other drugs. This makes substance use the third largest cause of death in the nation.

Leveraging our expertise in public health outreach and culturally competent care, WellShare is providing immediate community-based mental health intervention to address trauma recovery, substance abuse, and the increasing frequency and severity of mental health distress.

Your engagement and support has a direct impact on our urgent programming needs. Join us in our response to the urgent needs of the people we serve.

Register Now!

6/21 1:00 PM EST Efforts to Rollback Public Health Authority: Tracking the Legislation and Assessing the Impact

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:16:15 GMT

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, legislators in every state have introduced bills that would limit public health authority to respond to the current pandemic or future public health emergencies. Many of these bills have been enacted into law. This legislation could have harmful impacts on public health by restricting the ability of a governor, or state or local health official, to respond to a health emergency in a swift and flexible way.

By attending this webinar, you will:

Learn about collaborative efforts to track state bills that address public health authority, including those that would limit the authority of a governor, state health official, or local health official; shift authority from state or local executives; address pandemic-related public health measures such as mask mandates, vaccine mandates, or testing requirements; or preempt localities from imposing public health measures
Hear about current trends in legislation impacting public health
Be directed to resources that highlight the legal landscape on these topics

Register Now!

6/20 2:00 PM EST Ethics in Public Health Webinar

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 14:44:03 GMT

Public health work often involves dealing with complicated ethical questions. Approaching ethical issues requires intentional strategies and a dedication to upholding ethical practice.

This live webinar discusses approaches to identifying and addressing ethical issues in public health practice, and the role of an ethics committee in this process.

Register Now!

6/13 1:00 PM EST RVPHTC: Introducing a Graphic Essay on “Understanding the Public Health Workforce’s COVID-19 Mental Health Challenges"

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 14:35:57 GMT

There is a critical need to support the health and mental wellbeing of the public health workforce during a pandemic and national vaccination campaign to prevent high turnover, chronic absenteeism and low productivity and morale. Addressing the identified and significant mental health challenges public health workers experience remains crucial to grow the public health infrastructure and workforce.

Join the Region V Public Health Training Center and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as we introduce a graphic essay that outlines data recorded from the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) and Public Health Workforce Interests and Needs Survey (WINS), on the mental wellbeing and challenges faced by the public health workforce as well as stories and recommendations from colleagues in the field. We will also hear from Joan King, RN, MSN, Senior Consultant at the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, who will share practices and resources related to self-care and staff wellness.

Register Now!

Call for Nominations for 2022 MNSOPHE Awards

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 22:30:01 GMT

The Minnesota Society for Public Health Education (MNSOPHE) announces a call for nominations for 2022 MNSOPHE awards. This is an opportunity to recognize and acknowledge the efforts of public health colleagues, champions, and/or students.

We hope you consider submitting nominations for the following awards:

Health Educator of the Year Award: This award exists to recognize a public health educator who exemplifies MNSOPHE’s mission to “provide leadership to the profession of health education and promotion, and to promote our communities’ health.” Nominees are preferred CHES/MCHES and required to be a MNSOPHE member, which can be established at the time of nomination. Nominations must be received by August 15, 2022.

Outstanding Contributions to Public Health Education Award: This award exists to recognize any person who has made significant contributions to the public health field. Examples of nominees can be health professionals, elected officials, or any individual who has demonstrated leadership to advance community health. Nominees are NOT required to be a MNSOPHE member. Nominations must be received by August 15, 2022.

(NEW!) Student Recognition Award: This newly established award exists to recognize a student who has demonstrated exceptional individual and professional growth, demonstrated inclusion of various cultures and values in their studies, and contributed to the promotion of health in their community. Nominees are NOT required to be a MN SOPHE member. Nominations must be received by September 2, 2022.

Out of courtesy, please ask a colleague or student’s permission before submitting a nomination. Please direct any questions to PH Moua, MNSOPHE Awards Chair, at moua.pahoua@co.olmsted.mn.us.

Winners will be announced at MNSOPHE's 2022 Health Education Summit in October. Thank you for taking an active role in this year’s nomination process!

Program Coaches Needed for Public Health Corps!

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 13:14:39 GMT

Ampact is looking for a talented individual to serve as its Program Coach to support AmeriCorps Members and the launch of Public Health Corps in Minnesota. Applicants with experience in public health are highly encouraged to apply. Public Health Corps is an AmeriCorps program places AmeriCorps members within public health agencies to help meet emerging public health needs and to grow the public health workforce. Public Health Corps is a program of Ampact. Ampact is a national nonprofit headquartered in Minneapolis, MN that implements evidence-based AmeriCorps programs.

The Program Coach will facilitate program implementation to ensure all stakeholders have an exceptional experience. The Program Coach is responsible for developing, maintaining, and sustaining effective relationships with key site contacts to ensure successful program implementation and site engagement with programs. Additionally, the Program Coach maintains and cultivates relationships and manages AmeriCorps Members and community stakeholders. The Program Coach provides service sites and members the training, coaching, and technical support necessary to ensure the successful implementation of programs with high fidelity to the model and successful completion of each AmeriCorps member term of service. Finally, the Program Coach will work to facilitate and support career pathways in the sector, supporting members in their career pathways after their term of service. This position will observe confidentiality of all member, program and organizational information.

Application Deadline: Resumes will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis; applicants are encouraged to submit their resume no later than Friday, June 10.

Apply Now!

2022 National Maternal Nutrition Intensive Course

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 13:54:52 GMT

The National Maternal Nutrition Intensive Course focuses on the improvement of maternal and infant health through the delivery of risk-appropriate high-quality nutrition services. This continuing education program is designed for dietitians, nutritionists, certified nurse midwives, registered nurses and nurse practitioners, physicians, and public health professionals who serve pre-conceptual, pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, children, and families. This program is pending approval for up to 0.9 CEUs/9.0 contact hours of professional continuing education from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).

There will be two registration options available:

The first option is an in-person hybrid program in August, designed for those who are ready to come back in person. This session will be meeting in person on August 1, 2022, in Minneapolis, and will continue the second part online via Zoom on August 3, 2022. Registration is $60.00 per person and lunch is included on August 1. Student rates are available for this session. Please email cpheo@umn.edu if you are interested in student rates.

The second option is the fully online distance program that begins in September. This program will include all 6 recorded presentations from the in-person hybrid program and is a fully online self-led course. Participants have from September 1 to December 31, 2022, to complete this course. Registration is $35.00 per person.

For additional information on the programs please visit z.umn.edu/MNIC.

Public Health Corps Opportunities

Fri, 20 May 2022 16:30:32 GMT

SITE APPLICATION OPEN!

Public Health Corps is now accepting applications for local organizations delivering public health servics to be host sites for Public Health Project Coordinators! Public Health Corps harnesses the power of AmeriCorps to help meet the emerging public health needs and grow the public health workforce. Each host site will be matched with at least one (1) full-time Public Health Corps member (40 hours/week for 11 months per member) and will benefit from activities that support community engagement, data collection, project coordination, and sustained COVID-19 response and recovery. In addition to enhancing local capacity, Public Health Corps is also working to build a pathway for developing future public health workers. Host sites must be public or non-profit organizations, have a focus in public health initiatives that support standard public health operations or those related to acute need, and commit to hosting the member(s) in a full-time capacity (40 hours/week) beginning in August, October, or January. Apply now to become a site partner.

SEEKING AMERICORPS MEMBERS!

Public Health Corps is now accepting applications for the inaugural cohort of Public Health AmeriCorps members beginning this August! The Public Health Corps is a program designed for people aspiring to launch their career in public health. AmeriCorps members will make an impact at a local public health agency by implementing capacity building projects designed to solve pressing community health challenges. Members of the Public Health Corps will receive generous AmeriCorps benefits including a $1,100 stipend every two weeks and an education award of over $6,000 to pay for school or federal student loans. Members are also offered free health insurance and industry leading training developed by the University of Minnesota to prepare you for a public health career. Apply soon to have the best chance of securing a spot in this exciting new program!

5/31 10:00 AM CST - The Healing Power of Art

Thu, 19 May 2022 18:26:35 GMT

Join the MN Department of Health on May 31 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM for a monthly Mental Well-Being and Resilience Learning Community!

Art can be a powerful source of healing for individuals and communities. Art can be used to promote community connections, foster a sense of belonging and support community identity. Art can also help local government authentically connect with communities to support their mental health and well-being and to understand what people care about.

The Creative Response Fund is a program of the Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy in the City of Minneapolis, implemented in partnership with Arts Midwest, a regional arts agency. The Creative Response Fund provides artist-led creative healing and support to Minneapolis communities that continue to be directly impacted by the lasting effects of then pandemic and the ongoing challenges related to the murder of George Floyd. Now in its third year, the fund was in 2020 to mobilize the unique skills of artists to respond to community needs and engage with and expand the impact of community healing and support. Join us to hear the stories about the artist-led projects how they provided healing self-care in the midst of public health emergencies and the debris following the murder of George Floyd, and how they contributed to mental health and well-being. Also learn about how this is connected to regional and national efforts and how your community might consider ways to engage artists in big and small ways to promote well-being.

REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE!

Rotary Global Grant Scholarship

Wed, 11 May 2022 20:47:16 GMT

An incredible educational opportunity awaits someone in your community, someone in your workplace, or someone in your circle. District 5950 Global Scholarship Program offers $30,000 for a Masters degree at a foreign university in a major that relates to one of the Rotary six Areas of Focus and would enhance the scholar's future career.

To learn more or to apply, click here.

5/26 9:00 AM CDT - Virtual HIV Prevention Social Media Training to Reach Young MSM of Color

Mon, 09 May 2022 19:49:42 GMT

The Illinois Public Health Association (IPHA) welcomes all interested individuals to attend a Virtual HIV Prevention Social Media Training to Reach Young MSM of Color.

With disproportionate HIV rates among young African American and Latino men who have sex with men (MSM), this virtual training will assist attendees in implementing HIV prevention social media efforts to reach these populations.

REGISTER NOW!

5/5 12:00 PM CST - 3rd Annual Esperanza Para Nuestra Comunidad - Townhall Meeting

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 13:28:17 GMT

REGISTER HERE!

4/22 & 4/23 - Code Blue for Patient Earth: Pathways to Resilience Conference

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 19:24:35 GMT

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE!

5/6 10:00 AM - Prioritizing Belonging: Equity and Mental Health in Im/Migrant and Refugee Communities

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 22:00:00 GMT

The Center for Justice and Law is excited to invite you to our final virtual Spring 2022 conference Prioritizing Belonging: Equity and Mental Health in Im/Migrant and Refugee Communities featuring local and national advocates, community members, and leaders on Friday, May 6th, 10:00 am - 2:00pm CST.

Join the CJL for a transformative conversation on mental health in Im/migrant and Refugee communities. This four-hour conference offers a series of panels including a Plenary Speaker, a Keynote Speaker, and conversations with cross-sector leaders, advocates, scholars, and community members. This conference aims to address the current mental health climate for Im/migrants and refugees. We hope to identify structural and experiential obstacles communities face navigating their wellbeing journeys. In doing this we aim to empower individual and community stories while exposing systems that perpetuate inequities.

REGISTER NOW!

4/26 10:00 AM CST - Building a Community of Belonging: Creating Essential Building Blocks for Community Leadership and Innovation.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 16:38:23 GMT

What does it take to create a community of belonging? In late 2021 Carver County launched the Communities of Belonging initiative in eight area communities to begin asking and answering that question. This became a priority for the county after identifying belonging and well-being in the community health improvement plan (CHIP). Participating communities were invited to explore and implement strategies to improve the sense of belonging for everyone in their community.

The Carver County approach is unique in several ways. The county made at firm commitment to support the participating communities for at least three years and is equally respecting the direction and pace of community leadership development. Carver has built buy-in for this process among county leadership and elected officials by making it clear how belonging impacts, and is impacted by, a range of community factors from health, well-being, active living, climate change to economic development. At least three county commissioners, along with three local city council members, have participated in this work to date. The eight communities have approached the task in various ways: through outreach, assessment, development of a common language and framework, and even implementation of several tools. Communities are building their partnerships and at least one has implemented a resident survey about belonging. A county staff member has become a certified Living Room Conversations host, and more than 10 different conversations have been conducted. Learn more about how Carver is making 2022 about belonging, what is in store for the partners, and what challenges they are facing.

REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE!

New Series Coming April 2022 - Public Health on the Brink

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 13:23:42 GMT

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed alarming gaps in our public health system. This year-long event series will examine the urgent challenges facing public health today and explore the most promising ideas for rebuilding and revitalizing the field.

We’ll hear from leaders on the frontlines of local, state, and federal responses to the pandemic. We’ll discuss equity and access and meet a new generation of community activists. We’ll also talk to members of Congress pushing for solutions. Join us for these important discussions at a critical moment for public health.

Visit the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health for more information!

3/30 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM EST Violent Conflict: The Challenges of Protecting Public Health & Health Care

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 20:17:51 GMT

Join the National Academy of Medicine (NAM), American Public Health Association (APHA), and the Committee on Human Rights (CHR) of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine for a discussion of the impacts of violent conflict on public health and health care and strategies to protect frontline workers, ensure access to routine and emergency medical care, and maintain crucial public health infrastructure.

Register Here!

May 13 & 14 - Registration Now Open for #WPSDULUTH22

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 20:13:15 GMT

Join us in Duluth, Minnesota as the landmark regional White Privilege Symposium (WPS) brings its acclaimed, robust model of engagement and action to the area. Join racial justice activists, academics, and artists as we explore the pressing issues of our time; understand root causes of systemic injustice; build solidarity and community; and develop strategies for dismantling oppression. We will offer programming designed for participants from diverse sectors, including high school and college students, K-12 and higher education faculty, grassroots activists, social workers, nonprofit and government employees, artists, members of the spiritual/faith community, among others. Speakers include: Winona LaDuke, Resmaa Menakem, Robin DiAngelo, & Moore.

WPS is a project of The Privilege Institute (TPI), a 501(c)(3) best known for its annual national conference, the White Privilege Conference. Now in its 23rd year, and selling out weeks in advance, TPI is responding to growing demand by creating regional symposiums across the U.S. and Canada. This fall, the conference in Duluth will add to the growing list of regions bringing the WPS brand to our area.The national conference is recognized as a powerful gathering designed to move professionals and learners to models that comprehensively challenge White Supremacy’s multiple and entwined forms of oppression. These events offer cutting-edge thinking, current trends, and groundbreaking initiatives. Unlike many conferences that are sector-specific (healthcare, education, criminal justice) or ISM specific (e.g., racism, classism, homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia, islamophobia), WPS gathers a cross-sector group of participants to address multiple oppressions at the individual, interpersonal, institutional, and cultural levels.

Register Now!

3/17 10:00 AM - Welcome to Hunger Relief Session

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 19:02:37 GMT

Expand your knowledge of the hunger relief space, strengthen your community presence and responsiveness, and inspire staff, volunteers, and board members to new and different ways of thinking and behaving.

This introductory session delivered live via Zoom is designed for current, transitioning, and experienced food shelf leaders, staff, and stakeholders (volunteers, board members). In addition, for food shelf leaders interested in deeper engagement, FFEN offers tailored consultation to individual food shelves and a new peer-learning series, Food Shelf Leadership Cohort.

2022 Public Health Institute - May 16 to June 3

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:16:31 GMT

The 2022 Summer Public Health Institute will be returning in person this May! This 3-week institute offers 26 intensive courses for students in public health and related fields.

Registration officially opens for degree-seeking students on Thursday, February 24, 2022 (March 2, 2022 for non-degree). More information on registration and courses can be found on our website. Any questions can be directed to phi@umn.edu.

Rural Public Health Workforce Training Network Program - Deadline 3/18

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 22:45:40 GMT

This notice announces the opportunity to apply for funding under the Rural Public Health Workforce Training Network Program (RPHWTN). The purpose of this program is to expand public health capacity by supporting health care job development, training and placement in rural and tribal communities. The expected impact of this program is to enhance clinical and operational capacity in order to adequately address the population health needs of rural communities affected by COVID-19, including those dealing with the effects of long COVID1.

Visit Grants.Gov website for more information about this opportunity.

Announcing: MN Thrives 2022 Campaign!

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 18:44:05 GMT

We are facing many challenges to our mental health and well-being. AND Minnesotans are doing amazing work to address every aspect of our well-being. Despite our interconnected world, we often don’t know about many of these innovative efforts!

MN Thrives is here to change that! MN Thrives is a collectively sourced interactive database of mental well-being initiatives in Minnesota. This tool can help us know what is happening in each county, identify potential gaps, and learn about innovative strategies to promote mental well-being in other communities.

MN Thrives is intended to be a living resource that provides a comprehensive picture of mental health promotion strategies in Minnesota. But it has to be populated to be useful. The goal is to get 1,000 entries in the MN Thrives database by the end of 2022!

Can you help?! Visit the Minnesota Thrives website for more information, to submit an entry, or explore the MN Thrives database.

5/20 - 2022 Rural Community Health Worker Conference

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 18:21:52 GMT

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MDH Releases a New Framework to Address Asthma in Minnesota

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 19:10:35 GMT

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has released a 10-year strategic framework to improve the health care and quality of life for over 422,703 Minnesotans who have asthma.

The 10-year framework focuses on closing health equity gaps related to asthma and reducing the burden of uncontrolled asthma, such as hospitalizations, emergency departments visits, missed days of work or school and preventable healthcare costs.

2/22 10:00 AM CST - MDH Mental Well-being and Resilience Learning Community

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 18:35:57 GMT

Join the MN Department of Health for a monthly Mental Well-Being and Resilience Learning Community:

STIR-Building Resilience and Community Capacity One Step at a Time

Tuesday, February 22, 2022

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

STIR (Stronger Together Inspiring Resilience) is a network in Sherburne County that is building community capacity through passion and a desire to share unique gifts and opportunities across sectors. STIR started out in 2019 as a community task force focused on increasing awareness about the impact of trauma and building community resilience. It has evolved into a county-wide network which includes community members, as well as leaders from the faith community, health care, education, substance use prevention, mental health and county systems, who are all invested in promoting well-being and resilience together. STIR aims to promote healing, inspire resilience, share social connections and celebrate the whole person through mind, body and spirit throughout Sherburne County. Learn how STIR efforts evolved and continue to grow, including providing training and outreach; development of a website and logo; community-wide well-being initiatives; social media campaigns; addressing systems gaps and changes. For example, STIR helped link the foster care system with the faith community to help activate members to become foster parents and address a growing crisis in the Sherburne County foster care system.

REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE!

2/25 10:00 AM CST - Engaging Immigrant and Refugee Communities for Covid Vaccine Clinics

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 18:56:51 GMT

Hamline University's Center for Justice and Law presents our first Spring Webinar “Engaging Immigrant and Refugee Communities for Covid Vaccine Clinics: Lessons Learned from Local Public Health” Friday, February 25th 10:00am-11:30am CST featuring local public health, Community Partners, Community members, and elected officials.

Join us for an in-depth facilitated panel conversation with local public health and partners on Covid-19 vaccine clinics, navigating the pandemic, and engaging with community. This 90 minute webinar will include a diverse panel of cross-sector leaders, local public health, community organizations and community members to foster meaningful and transformative dialogue.

2/24 1:00 PM - Strengthening American Democracy Through Voter Engagement (PEAK Minnesota)

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 21:05:03 GMT

Democracy makes our communities more inclusive and healthier. However, the events of the past year—from the insurrection of January 6, 2021, to the ongoing attack on voting rights demonstrate—that our democracy is far more fragile than most of us realize. In a recent Forbes article, more than 100 scholars issued a warning that American democracy is in danger and called for federal reform.

Come listen to this panel of policy, legal, government, and philanthropic experts discuss the importance of supporting and strengthening democracy and the various strategies that nonprofit and government sectors can employ. We hope attendees will walk away feeling inspired to explore how their organizations can step up and participate in civic engagement work.

REGISTER TODAY!

2/10 2:00 PM EST - Webinar on FDA’s Rulemaking Process and Upcoming Tobacco Product Standards

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 19:15:29 GMT

On February 10, 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) is holding a public webinar titled “FDA’s Rulemaking Process and Planned Tobacco Product Standards to Prohibit Menthol as a Characterizing Flavor in Cigarettes and Flavors in Cigars.” In April 2021, FDA announced plans to advance two tobacco product standards within the next year: one to prohibit menthol as a characterizing flavor in cigarettes and another to prohibit all characterizing flavors, except tobacco, in cigars. The webinar will provide an overview of the following:

FDA's planned tobacco product standards and why they matter to public health
FDA’s rulemaking process and how stakeholders can participate

Information about cessation resources and tools

The American Lung Association's 20th annual "State of Tobacco Control" report is now available

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 19:12:46 GMT

The 20th annual American Lung Association "State of Tobacco Control" report evaluates states and the federal government on the proven-effective tobacco control laws and policies necessary to save lives. The report serves as a blueprint for what state and federal leaders need to do to eliminate the death and disease caused by tobacco use.

This year's report recognizes the progress that has been made toward reducing tobacco use over the past 20 years and how youth vaping and flavored tobacco products threaten that progress. The report also outlines the federal, state and local policy actions that are necessary to put the country on a path to end tobacco use and eliminate health inequities made worse by tobacco use over the next 20 years.

Visit the American Lung Association website for more information!

Register for the Minnesotans for a Smoke-Free Generation Week of Action!

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 19:08:21 GMT

Minnesotans for a Smoke-Free Generation coalition will be holding a virtual Week of Action from February 28 - March 4, 2022. Throughout the week, Minnesotans from across the state will connect with their State Representatives and Senators to advocate for action to address commercial tobacco’s harm.

Funding Opportunities - Region 6 of the Network of the National Library of Medicine

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 20:14:45 GMT

Region 6 of the Network of the National Library of Medicine is pleased to announce new funding opportunities for Year 2 of our cooperative agreement with the National Library of Medicine (NLM).

The Health Information Outreach Award is to improve health literacy and increase health equity through engagement and training for health information. There will be a minimum of 3 awards of up to $20,000 granted.

The award can be used to support:

Instructional design and training of evidence-based health resources and information for workforce development

Public or consumer outreach and engagement for awareness, evaluation, use, and understanding of credible health information including MedlinePlus or PubMed but not limited to the National Institutes of Health and the National Library of Medicine resources

Online health information access and digital literacy skills training.

Two additional awards include the Research and Data Outreach Award and the Student Development Award. Period of performance for these awards is May 1, 2022 – April 30, 2023. Deadline to submit is March 11, 2022.

2/17 & 2/28 12:00 PM - MN RETAIN is shaping healthcare in Minnesota: A new opportunity to support the workforce by transforming care to injured and ill patients as they return to work.

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 22:51:59 GMT

MN RETAIN is shaping healthcare in Minnesota and providing a new opportunity to support the workforce by transforming care to injured and ill patients as they return to work.

Mayo Clinic, the lead medical partner in this innovative program, is recruiting leaders from other medical centers and clinics within Minnesota to become involved in MN RETAIN. Join us to learn more about resources available for the partnership to actively assist workers to return to work or remain at work safely after illness or injury.

Providers and healthcare leaders will have the opportunity to learn more about MN RETAIN and how their organizations can get involved. There are two opportunities to attend the webinar:

1/26 5:00 PM EST - The Third Year of COVID-19: Is This the New Normal? COVID-19 Conversations Webinar Series

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:23:09 GMT

The twenty-second COVID-19 Conversations webinar will provide insight into what we have learned from the omicron variant, and how that knowledge, as well as an evolving understanding of vaccine efficacy, emerging therapeutics, and public health guidance can help us move toward the new normal.

The webinar will begin with an introduction from the session's moderator, Megan Ranney, Brown University, and then feature a conversation with a panel of experts, including:

Jennifer Nuzzo, Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security
Larry Corey, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Roy (Trip) Gulick, Weill Medical College of Cornell University
Georges Benjamin, American Public Health Association

The panel discussion will be followed by a Q&A session with the webinar audience.

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Rocky Mountain Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Center (RMIRECC) for Suicide Prevention - Free Resources

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 19:19:15 GMT

The Rocky Mountain Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Center (RMIRECC) for Suicide Prevention is a national center that is based out of the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, which conducts research, provides clinical consultation and programming and develops educational resources for Veterans, families and providers.

RMIRECC has a variety of no cost, publicly available resources that are more generally helpful for providers and communities:

Self-Directed Violence Classification system nomenclature
Therapeutic Risk Management of the Suicidal Patient, support for managing both acute and chronic suicidality
How to Talk to a Child about a Suicide Attempt in Your Family (Free print version available in both English and Spanish, shared and recommended by Department of Education, American School Counselors Association and Suicide Prevention Resource Center)
Uniting for Suicide Postvention (healing following a suicide, with sections for providers, workplace and communities)
Suicide Risk Management Consultation Program (which offers free, expert consultation for any provider, including outside VA, working with a Veteran who may be at risk of suicide)
Free Webinar series (offering CEUs) for all providers on implementing CPGs for suicide prevention
More no cost print versions of our resources are also publicly available here

1/18 4:00 PM EST Addressing Inequities in Health Webinar

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:31:44 GMT

What can health care providers to do improve health equity? This Trust Conversation webinar will examine the Association of American Medical Colleges’ Center for Health Justice, which was created in 2021 to address health inequities and improve community health.

The Trust Conversation webinar series is one component of the ABIM Foundation’s Building Trust initiative, a national, multi-year and multi-stakeholder effort focused on building trust as a core organizational strategy for improving health care.

Click here for more information or to register for this webinar!

1/20 3:30 PM EST - APHA State of the Public Health Union Webinar

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 18:15:00 GMT

Join this webinar, an APHA 150th Anniversary event, to hear a State of the Public Health Union address followed by a panel discussion among American Journal of Public Health authors.

In the State of the Union address, presidents review the recent past and provide guidance about what lays ahead. Why not have a similar event for public health? This webinar will be staged as a State of the Public Health Union event, introduced by the address of this year’s elected prime minister and followed by a panel of AJPH authors bringing the perspective of health officers – at the county, city, territories, and state levels – schools of public health, historians of public health, and intersectional researchers. The panel will comment on the address and then discuss what the past and the current pandemic tell us about the public health we need. The webinar will include a Q&A between audience members and the experts.

Registration is free for APHA members, $25 for nonmembers.

CDC TRAIN - Comprehensive Catalog of Public Health Training Opportunities

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 20:15:14 GMT

To support continued workforce training needs as part of the COVID-19 response, the Division of Scientific Education and Professional Development team at CDC worked with CDC response staff to update three training plans initially developed in Spring 2021. The updates ensure that the content reflects the latest guidance and resources from CDC as the pandemic evolves.

The training plans, available on CDC TRAIN, cover Case Investigation and Contact Tracing, Healthcare Infection Control, and Testing. Additionally, Public Health Foundation and CDC's National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases offer a training plan on COVID-19 Vaccination. All four training plans are free and publicly available.

1/27 - Building a Coalition of the Willing for Health Equity

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 15:39:16 GMT

Building a Coalition of the Willing for Health Equity.

For more information or to register for this event, click here!

Escape the Vape Video Contest Returns for 2022!

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 18:25:45 GMT

Escape the Vape is a PSA video contest where Minnesota 6th-12th graders can use their voice to raise awareness about the dangers of vaping. To participate, students must submit a 30 second PSA video to educate their peers, schools, families, and community on the risks of vaping nicotine.

This year’s contest is expanded to include more students, and new tools will be available for school to engage students. A new website and more contest information will also be available in early January.

Escape the Vape runs through February 2022. Follow, like, and tag the contest on Instagram @MNEscapeTheVape.

Upcoming Learning Opportunities!

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 18:15:42 GMT

Join us for upcoming learning oppportunities in parthnership with UW Madison! This spring we will cover many topics from Treaty Rights, Blood Quantum, to AIM and more! Registration is required for these events at the links provided below. After registration participants will recieve a confirmation email with which to access to zoom meeting.

1/20 - American Indian Movement: Watch Party A Good Day To Die

Presenter: Laura and Anna

10am: https://lco.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvceGsrT8vG9Ap9AnYCwisRsOES3CIXu4H

6pm: https://lco.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdOyhrDguHNUuv81fGMh5fjE4LVmRO6_L

2/10 - Treaty Rights 101 with Jonathan Gilbert from GLIFWC

Presenter: Jonathan Gilbert Phd GLIFWC Biology

10am: https://lco.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrcuuprjssG9VZfcev4BqY9uvpBovtzzys

6pm: https://lco.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0kcuGhrjItGNSp96yb8wudROmDZCEBkgL1

3/24 - Divided: The Role of Blood Quantum in American Indian Identity

Presenter: Jill Doerfler Professor and Department Head | American Indian Studies University of Minnesota Duluth

10am: https://lco.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0lduCrqzwtE9O3SpzfGCSYRTmECpNk8vgA

6pm: https://lco.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlc-2oqDgrH9dkMCe6MSC29APrshpi80OB

1/22 - 20th Annual Breast Cancer Education Conference

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 13:42:44 GMT

The ONLY conference of its kind in the Twin Cities, our annual Breast Cancer Education Conference features renowned experts and resources on the latest in breast cancer research, nutrition, care and prevention.

Renowned local and national breast health experts will share the latest advancements in research, treatment and care in a supportive and inspiring environment. The day includes opportunities to connect with others and discover practical tools and resources for dealing with the challenges of surviving and living with breast cancer. The conference is designed to be relevant to anyone whose life may be affected by breast cancer – newly diagnosed, in treatment, survivors, caregivers, family members and health care professionals.

REGISTER NOW!

Direct Care Workforce Shortage in Minnesota Survey - Deadline 12/19

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 16:18:25 GMT

Share your feedback on ways to address the direct care workforce shortage in Minnesota!

DHS asks you to take a survey on how to use available grant money to retain and recruit direct care workers during the current workforce shortage.

For the full announcement and details about the survey, go to: Share your feedback on ways to address the direct care workforce shortage in Minnesota.

12/6 Deadline - Call for Applications for the Culture of Health Leadership Institute for Racial Healing

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 22:28:10 GMT

Applications are now open for the Culture of Health Leadership Institute for Racial Healing – an 18-month leadership experience supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). Using the Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation (TRHT) framework, the program seeks to strengthen the ecosystem of practitioners advancing racial and health equity in their work.

APPLY BEFORE THE DECEMBER 6, 2021 DEADLINE!

If you believe that the wounds of racism can and must be healed, are committed to building mutually respectful relationships across racial and ethnic lines and are working in your community to make these changes a reality, please read the Official Call for Application for full details.

Request for Public Comment: New Measures for Obesity Management

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 18:33:46 GMT

MN Community Measurement and the Endocrine Society (ES) are pleased to announce the completion of measure specifications for a suite of new measures aimed at improving the health outcomes and reducing modifiable risks for patients with obesity. This measure development project included conducting a measure landscape and evaluation of measures used previously in the Obesity Care Model Collaborative.

The Specifications Engineering Group (SEG) and Technical Expert Panel (TEP) meetings concluded in October 2021 with the recommendation to proceed with obtaining public comment on four measures currently under consideration prior to the pilot testing phase.

MNCM and ES are seeking public comment on the following measures:

Comments may be submitted at PublicComment@mncm.org no later than Friday, December 17, 2021.

12/2 1:00 - 2:30 PM ET Public Health Forward: Modernizing the U.S. Public Health System

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 18:03:41 GMT

The COVID-19 pandemic has made clear that the nation's health, safety, and economic prosperity depends on its ability to minimize the effects of devastating public health threats. The nation's resilience to current and future public health threats requires a modern U.S. public health system of state and local health departments that have the resources, capacities, and workforce to protect and promote health for all Americans.

Join the Bipartisan Policy Center, national public health associations, and philanthropic foundations as they release a report from the bipartisan Public Health Forward Task Force establishing a 5-year vision for governmental public health in the U.S. and an actionable framework for state and local elected and public health officials to enhance public health infrastructure.

REGISTER NOW!

12/6 11:00 AM ET Achieving a Diverse and Effective Public Health Workforce

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 17:57:52 GMT

The CDC Foundation invites you to "Achieving a Diverse and Effective Public Health Workforce" on December 6 at 11 am ET, the first topical session in Lights, Camera Action: The Future of Public Health National Summit Series.

Register ASAP!

Second Season of the MPR + Little Moments Count Early Risers: Waking Up to Racism in Early Education Podcast

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 01:30:34 GMT

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11/30 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Little Moments Count Annual Meeting

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 01:17:14 GMT

RSVP FOR THIS EVENT NOW!

About the Event:

7:30 AM: Virtual doors open for EXPO
8:00 AM: Welcome message - Rep. Kaohly Her | Minnesota House of Representatives
8:05 AM: Interview with Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan; facilitated by Dianne Haulcy, Sr. Vice President | Think Small and host of Early Risers podcast
8:30 AM: Little Moments Count updates - Andrea Walsh, President and CEO | HealthPartners and Duchesne Drew, President | Minnesota Public Radio
8:40 AM: Introduction of Keynote Speaker - Andre Dukes, Vice President, Family and Community Impact | Northside Achievement Zone
Keynote speaker - Anne Gearity, Ph.D., LICSW, Asst. Professor | University of Minnesota Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Services
9:00 AM: Question & Answer session - Andre Dukes and Anne Gearity
9:25 AM: Closing remarks - Andre Dukes
9:30 AM: End

12/1 12 - 1 PM CDT Upcoming Webinar: "Advocating for Single Payer Health Reform"

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 22:16:48 GMT

MN SOPHE members have identified health equity as a key advocacy priority. In order to achieve health equity, all of the social determinants of health must be considered: education, economic stability, health care access, social contexts and local environment factors. With regards to health care access, there’s a critical need in the United States to restructure the health care system. The current system has resulted in economic, racial and location-related disparities in care and coverage. Even among individuals with insurance, at least 25% are struggling to afford health care costs. As an organization with a mission to provide leadership to the profession of health education and health promotion-and to promote our communities’ health, we believe our members should be informed about options to rethink our health care system and learn about ways to advocacy for it’s restructure.

This session is intended for public health and healthcare professionals who are interested in learning more about the shortcomings of the current US health care system, the features of a single payer health system relative to achieving health care efficiency and equity. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the public health implications of health care reform and learn ways to advocate for health care reform.

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11/18 Federal Efforts to Achieve Health Equity in Rural Communities Webinar

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 17:52:57 GMT

Learn about federal efforts to achieve health equity in rural America. Panelists will present on strategies the Administration is taking to prioritize health equity and eliminate disparities in health access, policy, and practice. Panelists will include:

Diana Espinosa, Acting Administrator, HRSA
Catherine Oakar, Special Assistant to the President for Community Public Health and Disparities, White House Domestic Policy Council
Tom Morris, Associate Administrator, Federal Office of Rural Health Policy, HRSA
Dr. LaShawn McIver, Director, Office of Minority Health, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Dr. Loretta Christensen, Chief Medical Officer, Indian Health Service

Creative Placemaking Funding Opportunity - Due 11/26

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 19:03:26 GMT

Creative Placemaking Funding Opportunity!

Submission Deadline Extended: Friday, November 26th, 2021

Do you or others in your community use arts and cultural activities to work towards community well-being? Have you been engaging in creative placemaking or WE-Making?

The WE-Making framework maps the relationship between place-based arts and cultural strategies, social cohesion, and increased equitable community well-being. To demonstrate how WE-Making can be leveraged to address COVID-19 recovery and/or racial justice efforts, practitioners are invited to submit a narrative that explores how place-based arts and cultural strategies “moved the dial” in their community and situate it in the WE-Making framework by using key terms and concepts.

This funding opportunity intends to provide $1,000 to support 25 project submissions. Awards may be made to individuals or groups.

Selected submissions must center COVID-19 pandemic recovery and/or racial justice, situate their project within the WE-Making theory of change, be located in an urban setting and be serving folks in Black, Indigenous and additional communities of color (BIPOC).

10/15 12:00 pm CDT Incorporating Racial Equity Analysis in Policymaking: Racial Impact Statements in Justice Reform

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 14:26:31 GMT

Good policy should account for how decisions will play out on the ground and affect people’s lives. One tool lawmakers can use that aims to shed light on these impacts before legislation is passed is the racial impact statement. Like environmental or fiscal impact statements, racial impact statements are predictive tools used in criminal justice policymaking to determine whether pending bills, if enacted, are likely to create or exacerbate disparate outcomes among people of different races or ethnicities.

Racial impact statements can build a critical check for systemic racism into the justice policymaking process and help chart a more intentional and equitable course. This virtual event will feature experts from Urban, The Sentencing Project, and the National Juvenile Justice Network, as well as Maryland State Delegate Jazz Lewis and Wayne Ford, the former Iowa state representative who led passage of the nation’s first racial impact statement legislation. Together they will explore how states can effectively use racial impact statements to achieve reform.

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11/30 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Coming to the Table for Racial Healing and Equity: Making Minnesota the Peacebuilding Power State for All

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 23:06:40 GMT

The November 2021 Mental Well-being and Resilience Learning Community is happening on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 pm.

Since 2017, the Minnesota Peacebuilding Leadership Institute has sponsored the Minneapolis chapter of the national organization Coming to the Table (CTTT). CTTT racial healing and equity talking circles create safe spaces to hear stories, uncover history, build relationships, and heal from racial violence and trauma. Talking circles help build life-giving power in our communities amidst the uncertainty and vulnerability we face. CTTT invites descendants of the enslaved, slave owners, settlers, indigenous communities, and all those interested in engaging in safe constructive dialogue to envision just and truthful communities. The circles are designed to heal racial wounds from historical trauma and collective trauma that continues today. In 2020 we grew the CTTT circles in partnership with Normandale College, the City of Minneapolis, and community partners in Ramsey, Dakota, and Washington Counties. Over 700 individuals have participated in one of our five monthly talking circles. Learn how Peacebuilding launched this initiative, how our CTTT partnerships have evolved, and how CTTT is addressing key organizational equity goals. We will also discuss the organizational and community outcomes associated with these community healing and equity circles.

12/3 10 AM - 2 PM Colorism and Skin Lightening Addressing an Epidemic of Mercury Poisoning in MN

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 22:52:47 GMT

Hamline's Center for Justice and Law presents our virtual Fall conference Colorism and Skin Lightening: Addressing an Epidemic of Mercury Poisoning in MN featuring local, national, and international advocates, community members, and leaders on Friday, December 3rd 10:00am-2:00pm CST.

Join us for an in-depth conversation around colorism, racism, and skin lightening that centers the experience of community members while addressing the skin lightening industry in MN and beyond. This four-hour event will include a series of panels, an International Keynote Speaker, and conversations with cross-sector leaders, advocates, scholars, and community members. Our first panel gives space for those with Im/migrant and Refugee backgrounds to discuss root causes of skin lightening such as colorism and structural racism. Our last panel will highlight the advocacy efforts underway in Minnesota and globally to elevate awareness on the present and future state of the Skin Lightening Industry. Stay tuned for the final speaker announcement.

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Region V Public Health Training Center (RVPHTC)

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 16:47:48 GMT

The RVPHTC works to strengthen the capacity of the region's public health workforce by assessing training needs, responding to those needs through the development and delivery of distance-based continuing education, and engaging students from across the region in public health practice.This work is done in partnership with Community-Based Training Partners and Technical Assistance Providers.

To learn more about RVPHTC and see a full listing of trainings, visit the Region V Public Health Training Center website.

MN Public Health Data Access Portal

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 16:42:31 GMT

Environmental public health data can be used to inform policies, change behavior and help communities uncover issues to develop solutions and protections for the hazards, exposures and socioeconomic factors that influence our health.

Use the MN Public Health Data Access Portal to find environmental issues, trends, geographic patterns and disparities in Minnesota.

Check it out here!

10/12 - 10/13 Overcoming Racism Virtual Conference

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 22:18:37 GMT

It is the time of year for the annual Overcoming Racism Conference put on by the FREC (Facilitating Racial Equity) Collaborative: Friday, November 12, 8:00 am – 4:45 pm and Saturday, November 13, 9:00 am – 3:45 pm. The theme this year is “The Fierce Urgency for Transformation Now!"

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On January 6, 2021, we witnessed an insurrection. Even though only one gun shot was fired, live seditious acts by white supremacists and white nationalists tried to stop the America democratic process and silence the majority of America’s votes with force and violence. Even though the insurrection failed, it exposed America’s racist tendencies and what happens when we have over the years turned a blind eye to the realities of not honestly and fully confronting America’s original sin. We have an opportunity in 2021 to take back America’s “ideal” of being the land of the free and the home of the brave, governed by and for the people. “(That), We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all *(humans) are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.”

We must move away from a self-perpetuating systemic racism in America that continues to fuel white supremacy, exploitation, oppressions, inequities, and brutalities on Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) populations. The 2021 Overcoming Racism Conference is dedicated to the dismantling of these systems, structures, and cultures that are enablers of racism. We cannot slow down. We must move forward with a Fierce Urgency for Transformation Now!

10/9 1:00 PM ET - The State of Oral Health: Increasing Access & Reducing Disparities

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 22:12:20 GMT

An estimated 80 million Americans currently lack access to dental care. As oral health is essential to the overall health and well-being of an individual, the high volume of those without access can have potentially devastating health consequences such as an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, chronic diseases, diabetes, and adverse pregnancy outcomes. Three main barriers to accessing dental care include coverage, provider shortages, and cultural barriers to oral health. In this webinar, we will hear from leaders in the field of oral health who are working to reduce disparities in access to and quality of care.

Speakers will discuss:

Federal initiatives to reduce health disparities and advance oral health equity, while furthering oral health in pediatric populations
A health plan foundation’s investment, in collaboration with the Duke Endowment, to improve oral health in the Carolinas, including in rural communities and school-based programs
Interprofessional approaches to integrate oral health into education and care delivery models

REGISTER TODAY!

Truth Initiative Grant Opportunity for Tobacco/Vape-Free College Policy

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 23:01:55 GMT

The Truth Initiative Tobacco/Vape-Free College Program is offering grants of up to $20,000 to community colleges and minority-serving institutions to advocate for, adopt and implement a 100% tobacco/vape-free policy. Grantees of the Tobacco/Vape-Free College Program receive guidance through webinars, an in-person training and one-on-one consultations throughout the grant period.

The deadline to apply is Thursday, January 20, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. ET.

Suicide Prevention State Plan Needs Your Input!

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 15:20:07 GMT

The Suicide Prevention Unit in collaboration with the Minnesota Suicide Prevention Taskforce are in the early stages of planning the 2023-2027 Minnesota State Suicide Prevention Plan. The plan will be used to determine priorities for available funding, training opportunities, and other strategies to support suicide prevention across the state.

Please provide feedback in this short two-question survey. Your answers will help us determine priorities for suicide prevention efforts in our state!

$30,000 Rotary Global Grant Scholarship

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 23:03:39 GMT

Rotary District 5950 in Minnesota offers an incredible educational opportunity for the 2022-23 academic year: up to $30,000 for a Masters degree at a foreign university in a major that relates to one of the Rotary Areas of Focus and would enhance your future career.

Rotary’s Areas of focus are: Peace and Conflict Resolution, Water and Sanitation, Maternal and Child Health, Education and Basic Literacy, Economic and Community Development, Disease Prevention and Treatment, and Environment.

We are looking for quality candidates to apply for this extraordinary scholarship. The application deadline is November 15, 2021, for study beginning in Fall 2022 or Spring 2023.

If you or someone you know could qualify for this scholarship, please direct them to www.Rotary5950.org under the Global Scholarship tab for more details and the application.

The Commonwealth Fund Fellowship in Minority Health Policy at Harvard University

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 22:01:43 GMT

The Commonwealth Fund Fellowship in Minority Health Policy at Harvard University (CFF) is pleased to announce the call for applications for the 2022-2023 year!

At the Harvard Medical School, applications are now being accepted for a one-year, degree-granting, full-time fellowship beginning July 2022. Application deadline is 5:00 pm Eastern Time on December 1, 2021.

APPLY NOW!

10/28 10:30 AM CT - CS CAN Research & Innovation Forum

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 23:04:00 GMT

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The American Cancer Society and the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) have an ambitious goal to achieve a 40% reduction in cancer mortality in the United States by 2035. If we are to achieve that goal, we must fight to achieve health equity, the just and fair opportunity for everyone to prevent, find, treat and survive cancer – regardless of how much money they make, the color of their skin, their sexual orientation, their gender identity, their disability status, or where they live. The October 28 Research and Innovation Forum will discuss what is being done across Minnesota to advance health equity in cancer prevention, treatment, and research.

The ACS CAN Minnesota Research and Innovation Forum is a premier event that brings together leaders from the business, education, medical, government and research communities to advance the work of ACS CAN. The event not only unites those in Minnesota who are fighting to end cancer, it serves to support ACS CAN and its work.

11/16 9 AM CT - Radon Partner Meeting

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 22:58:59 GMT

The Minnesota Department of Health Indoor Air Unit is holding a two-hour radon webinar for existing radon partners and other organizations interested in learning more about radon. This webinar will provide updates about radon. The agenda includes our education work, outreach efforts, current guidance, data, and licensure.

MDH Mental Well-Being and Resilience Learning Community Opportunities

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 21:22:02 GMT

The MDH Mental Well-Being and Resilience Learning Community, in partnership with the Ramsey County Mental Health Action Team, presents two opportunities to experience health practices in October 2021:

Friday October 15, 2021 |1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Mind-Body Connection Healing Practices

Healing from historical trauma and toxic stress starts when each person learns to gets in touch with their mind and body. It’s important to pay attention to how we feel, particularly when things start to spiral out of control. By learning to be mindful of how stress is affecting our bodies we can then develop the skills to maintain control and respond to our daily stressors and toxic stress more effectively. Participants will learn about the mind-body connection and techniques to get you over the hump and put you in control again. Breathing skills and mindfulness practices can help us to remain calm, and avoid those negative, harmful, and destructive thoughts and emotions that make it difficult for us to think clearly or rationally. We all need each other; participants in this workshop will become empowered through learning strategies and practices to help ourselves and those around us find more peace, joy, and happiness. YOU GOT THIS!

How to be Resilient in our High Stress Society

Thursday, October 28, 2021 | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Our bodies are built for handling stress in the moment and then relaxing and feeling safe when the danger has passed. In our current society, our bodies often feel stressed and have a hard time recovering to a state of relaxation. The negative health impact of this stressed state is huge. Dr. Sara will teach people how to manage that stress, to reduce the negative impact on your mental, physical, and emotional health. Learn why it is important for your health to manage stress well. Discover techniques you can incorporate into your day to make your body more resilient to stress, such as lifestyle options to encourage a healthy stress response, several vagus nerve exercises and balancing techniques, specific breathing practices, and loving kindness meditation.

October 20: MN SOPHE 2021 Annual Summit

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 21:15:12 GMT

The MN SOPHE planning committee is excited about our novel theme and line up of engaging speakers for this year's health education summit; a wonderful opportunity to attend a virtual and affordable professional conference. Find out what is moving and shaking for health education in Minnesota!

Registration and agenda available HERE!

9/23 3PM ET - All of Us Research Hub Webinar

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 12:31:53 GMT

The NIH's All of Us Research Program has made its data available to public health researchers. This diverse dataset gives a broad look at health across the U.S., and the program is encouraging researchers, especially those from backgrounds underrepresented in biomedical research, to learn more and sign up to use the All of Us Research Hub. Join APHA and All of Us for a webinar at 3 p.m. ET on Thursday, Sept. 23. We'll be outlining the Research Hub, how to get involved and why diverse researchers make the difference. RSVP today: forms.gle/k2JDu3rtqVvqi3ED9

WATCH: Mayo Clinic Health System forum looks at combating pandemic misinformation

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 18:04:31 GMT

Experts from Mayo Clinic Health System answered questions and addressed misinformation stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic and vaccines.

WATCH NOW!

Request for Proposals: Engaging Arts and Culture to Build Vaccination Confidence

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 17:58:21 GMT

Request for Proposals:
Engaging Arts and Culture to Build Vaccination Confidence

This Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks applications from arts and culture organizations interested in improving vaccine confidence and acceptance through their chosen art form(s) in communities with low COVID vaccination rates. The CDC Foundation will provide grants up to $75,000 each to an estimated 30 organizations that have a proven track record of successfully creating impactful, educational work.

Response Due Date: Thursday, October 14, 2021 by 12:00 p.m. ET (Noon)

Proposal Submission Link

Contact: ArtsRFP@cdcfoundation.org

View Engaging the Arts to Build Vaccine Confidence RFP

September 23: Pivoting to the Future: Opportunity, Complexity, and Working Together

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 20:34:11 GMT

Pivoting to the Future: Opportunity, Complexity, and Working Together

Thursday, September 23, 2021 | 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Virtual event

Register Here!

This event is intended for local and tribal public health staff and leadership, community-based organizations, local elected officials, appointed community health board members, Minnesota Department of Health staff and leadership, and staff from health plans and health care organizations.

Don’t forget to forward this invitation to your public health colleagues!

Request for Proposals - MCOHS Pilot Projects

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 12:29:17 GMT

MIDWEST CENTER FOR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY EDUCATION AND RESEARCH CENTER (MCOHS-ERC)

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCES

PILOT PROJECTS RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Funding Period: 7/1/2022 - 6/30/2023

APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 10, 2021

Grants ranging from $5,000 to a maximum of $20,000 are available to occupational health and safety (OHS) researchers in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Areas of OHS include industrial hygiene, occupational and environmental health nursing, occupational and environmental epidemiology, occupational and environmental medicine, occupational health services research and policy, injury epidemiology, safety, ergonomics, toxicology, health physics, and occupational health psychology.

The Request for Proposal (RFP) is applicable only to educational institutions and targets (1) newly-independent principal investigators (PIs); (2) experienced PIs pursuing OHS as a new direction for research; and (3) doctoral research trainees working under the supervision of a PI. Priority will be given to:

Research proposals with a high potential for affecting the practice of OHS;
Projects that focus on OHS disparities and vulnerable workers;
Research ideas that have the potential for: (i) resulting in peer-reviewed publications; and (ii) being developed into proposals for more substantial funding, based on results from this research grant;
PIs working in complementary or non-traditional disciplines who wish to become more actively involved in addressing occupational safety and health issues;
PIs attempting to develop innovative research efforts in collaboration with faculty from the MCOHS-ERC;
Junior PIs needing initial support for innovative research areas who lack support from other sources; and
Doctoral students undertaking research required for their degree.

For more information, click here!

Family First Prevention Services Act News and Updates

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:21:42 GMT

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (department) is establishing a pool of qualified individuals (QIs) to complete qualified residential treatment program (QRTP) assessments when county or tribal agencies recommend placement of children in facilities certified as QRTP (corporate foster homes, group homes, and residential treatment). Implementing a state-sponsored program supports county and tribal social service agencies in meeting this new Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) requirement.

Qualified individuals can be licensed clinicians, or community members specifically trained and certified to complete assessments of children. Department staff is contracting with qualified individuals who possess specialized knowledge of and lived experience within African American, Native American and communities of color. The department is pursuing contracts with individuals who may be employees or volunteers of community agencies, community elders, and other community members with child welfare experience, interested in training and certification as qualified individuals. For the initial phase, up to 30 contracts will be offered statewide.

Individuals interested in the department’s QI program are encouraged to attend information meetings scheduled for September 1 and 8, 2021. Individuals who may want to become a QI for a county or tribal social services agency are also encouraged to attend. Additional information sessions will be scheduled periodically until the end of the year. Dates and registration are on the department’s CounyLink website.

Join us for/Únanse con nosotros para Vaccine Equity in Action/Equidad de Vacunas en Acción, Friday, Sept. 10th from 8:30am-12:30pm

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:14:54 GMT

Join NMPHA and the New Mexico Vaccine Equity and Rebuild Network on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, for our virtual conference, Vaccine Equity in Action/Equidad de Vacunas en Acción.

Everyone who is working to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates in New Mexico through equitable support--including education, access, policy and systems--is invited to participate.

Click here for more information or to register!

Call for licensed pharmacist volunteers!

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:13:06 GMT

Are you a licensed pharmacist in Minnesota? Do you get frustrated about the large amount of medication waste? Do you want to help patients accord their medications? Consider volunteering with RoundtableRx! Volunteer pharmacists perform medication safety-checks and help log the medication repository’s inventory.

Interested in learning more? Complete the volunteer interest form here: https://tinyurl.com/RRxVolunteer. We look forward to having you on our team!

Call for prescribing partners!

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:10:58 GMT

RoundtableRx, Minnesota's Central Medication Repository, is seeking partnerships with pharmacies and clinics of all sizes!

A partnership with us gives your patients access to zero-cost medication and medical supplies. Our inventory includes a wide array of medications, from Xarelto to Ventolin and beyond! Check out our live online medication inventory here: https://tinyurl.com/RRxLIVE.

Interested in partnering with RoundtableRx? Please contact our team at info@RoundtableRx.org. We are committed to connecting all Minnesotans with the medications they need while reducing medication waste.

Ability Event 2021!

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 13:45:12 GMT

We are excited to extend an invitation The ABILITY Event being hosted this fall. This year, our ABILITY Event will be focusing on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

We have international experts who will be sharing on these topics and the impact, current status and future goals of the CRPD and SDGs on individuals with disabilities. Participants will learn valuable information on both of these areas.

Detailed information and registration may be found here!

Ability Event Flyer 2021.pdf

Now Recruiting Health Centers for the Midwest Adolescent Health Project!

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:39:55 GMT

Applications are now open for health centers to participate in the third and final round of the Midwest Adolescent Health Project!

In this initiative, we will be working throughout the Midwest to help pediatric and youth-serving practices in rural and underserved communities provide youth-friendly health care for adolescents through engagement in our evidence-based Adolescent-Centered Environment Assessment Process (ACE-AP). Participating health centers receive:

Participation in the ACE-AP (Value: $7,500)
Individualized coaching, technical assistance and resources on improving adolescent-centered care
$2,500 mini-grant to be applied to staff time, additional educational materials, and travel for adolescent health meetings or conference
Opportunity for certification as an Adolescent-Centered Environment Clinic by AHI

We’re accepting applications until Monday, October 18^th, 2021. Folks can read the full RFP here. To learn more, they can also join us for an informational webinar about this opportunity on Monday, September 13^th from noon- 1 p.m. EST. Register for the webinar here!

Racism and the Economy: Focus on Health

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 19:31:57 GMT

Racism and the Economy: Focus on Health

September 9, 2021

2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET | 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. CT
Virtual video event presented by all 12 District Banks of the Federal Reserve System

People without good health or health care often struggle to fully participate in the economy. The eighth installment of our virtual event series examines how systemic racism impacts health and, ultimately, economic outcomes. Social determinants of health like economic stability and housing affect the kinds of jobs people can access. During the COVID-19 pandemic, low-income people of color disproportionately worked in more risky, high-contact jobs, and this led to higher infection and mortality rates. Racial and ethnic health disparities can also be barriers to employment. We explore the intersection of health, racism, and the economy because it’s so critical to the Federal Reserve’s work to promote a strong economy and maximum employment.

To register for this event, click here!

The launch of the 2020-2030 State Oral Health Plan

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 23:25:43 GMT

The Minnesota Oral Health Coalition is hosting the launch of the 2020-2030 State Oral Health Plan on Wednesday, August 18 at 11:30am via Zoom.

This new Plan is an update of the previous 2013 – 2018 State Oral Health Plan. It was developed by the Minnesota Department of Health, Oral Health Program, in conjunction with Minnesota partners statewide.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82117257093?pwd=UXV3ZW1uWjAyM3J4YnV1c3RHckdQZz09

Meeting ID: 821 1725 7093

Passcode: 031777

Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdW9MZYb7S

2021 National Maternal Nutrition Intensive Course

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 13:29:58 GMT

This continuing education program focuses on the improvement of maternal and infant health through the delivery of risk-appropriate high-quality nutrition services. This self-paced online program will be offered at a flat rate of $25.00 per person. It includes program sessions and a continuing education certificate for up to 6.5 contact hours of professional continuing education or Continuing Education Units (CEUs). This activity has been approved by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and the Wisconsin Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

This self-paced online program begins on September 1, 2021. Participants have until December 31, 2021, to complete the program.

Registration is open until November 30, 2021. For group registration, please email cpheo@umn.edu

For more information about featured presentations and program details, please visit our website: z.umn.edu/MNICrecorded

Presentations include:

Addressing Food Insecurity Before and During the Pandemic: The Role and Impact of Federal Nutrition Assistance
Ensuring Equitable Access to Healthy Foods Through the SNAP EBT Online Program: Perceptions and Behaviors From Low-income Families in Maryland
A Systems Approach to Food Waste Reduction
Dietary Guidelines for Americans: An Overview
Dietary Intake and Microbiome
Parenting Practices and Child Obesity Risk: A Positive Deviance Approach

AUGUST 2021- Mental Wellbeing and Resilience Learning Community

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 13:36:35 GMT

Join the MN Department of Health for a monthly Mental Well-Being and Resilience Learning Community!

AUGUST 31, 2021

Culture is the Cure: Supporting Traditional Healers and Healing Centered Engagement

Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health (SPRCPH) formed an authentic community engaged Mental Health and Wellness Action Team in July 2016 that informs the work of the department in responding to the integrated health care needs of Saint Paul - Ramsey County residents and greater communities. Learn how Mental Health and Wellness Action Team members became the primary vehicle that brought residents, healers, and organizations together to improve and promote mental wellness by ensuring access to appropriate culturally responsive healing services for all people in Ramsey County. Through this work we have engaged hundreds of community members and support the work of over 25 traditional healers throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. Learn about how you can expand healing-centered engagement and awareness of culturally responsive resources to strengthen mental well-being and healing in your community. Additional experiential healing opportunities featuring several of the traditional healing partners will be announced at this session for September 2021.

Minnesota Climate Data Webinar on Aug. 12

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 15:23:30 GMT

The MDH Minnesota Climate & Health Program and MCAP are jointly hosting a Minnesota Climate Data Community of Practice (CoP) meeting on Thursday, Aug. 12 from 1–2:30 p.m. CT.

The meeting will include a tutorial on how to use the Minnesota Climatology Office's Climate Explorer Tool and an overview of recently acquired funding for even higher resolution climate projections.

Register for the August webinar

Anyone is welcome to attend this meeting to learn more! MDH encourages those working in public health, natural resources, transportation, emergency management, pollution control, commerce, planning, and design, as well as any other data-users working in state or local government, to join the Minnesota Climate Data CoP.

New funding awards and opportunities to get involved with NNLM - now accepting applications

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 14:09:08 GMT

NNLM has five new funding awards, and two opportunities for public health people to get more involved with NNLM: the new Minnesota State Advisory Group and the Partner Outreach Program.

Deadlines for awards is August 2, 2021

The Health Information Outreach Award supports building capacity with diverse communities for accessing and using credible health information to improve personal health literacy and to advance health information equity.

Amount: Up to $20,000

Expected Number of Awards Available: 1

Period of Performance: October 1, 2021 – April 30, 2022

The Public Library Collaboration Award supports partnerships between public libraries and other community organizations to build capacity for access and use of credible health information to advance health literacy and digital health literacy with meaningful engagement of diverse populations.

Amount: Up to $25,000

Expected Number of Awards Available: 2

Period of Performance: October 1, 2021 – April 30, 2022

The Data Award supports implementation of data science or data management projects that advance the goals and objectives of the NLM Strategic Plan for building a data-driven workforce and enhancing data services and open science.

Amount: Up to $15,000

Expected Number of Awards Available: 1

Period of Performance: October 1, 2021 – April 30, 2022

The Digital Access Award supports projects that address broadening online health information access and developing digital literacy skills to advance health information equity with meaningful engagement of diverse communities or populations.

Amount: Up to $25,000

Expected Number of Awards Available: 2

Period of Performance: October 1, 2021 – April 30, 2022

The Expert Speaker Award supports an expert speaker to train staff or present at a conference to increase use of NLM resources, keep current on topics related to NLM priorities, and build health information capacity for our network members.

Amount: Up to $1,834

Expected Number of Awards Available: 2

Period of Performance: October 1, 2021 – April 30, 2022

New Partner Outreach Program (POP) - Applications Now Open

NNLM Region 6 is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for the new Partner Outreach Program (POP) for 2021-2026 from members in the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

The purpose of the NNLM Region 6 Partner Outreach Program is to support health equity by providing health information access throughout Region 6. Ambassador organizations will receive remuneration, training, and direction from the Region 6. Learn more and apply here!

New State Advisory Groups – Applications Now Open

Want to play a role in advising Region 6’s outreach and engagement activities? Serving on a state advisory group presents a unique opportunity for interdisciplinary collaboration. Each SAG will include a balance of members from public health organizations, healthcare professions, nonprofit organizations, faith-based groups, and libraries. Learn more and apply here!

Free Fitness Membership Opportunity to Support Women of Color

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 22:15:42 GMT

Cardiomelon is an online fitness company that places emphasis on the important connection between physical exercise (body) and cognitive exercise (brain) to actively encourage and support brain health as well as healthy aging.

Cardiomelon is seeking to fulfill the American Heart Association’s ‘Empowered To Serve’ Grant, which is where we need YOUR help! The ‘Empowered To Serve’ Grant is graciously providing FREE 1-year Cardiomelon memberships to individuals who fit the following criteria:

Women of color
Aged 40 and older
Live in the Twin Cities

The FREE 1-year Cardiomelon membership will allow these individuals to access an array of fun 20-30 minute long online brain and body workout videos for different mobility and ability levels. We would appreciate your kind assistance in finding members in the community who would be interested in this health-promoting opportunity.

To apply: email cardiomelon@gmail.com or call (320) 433-0408 by September 1, 2021.

MN SOPHE Health Education Summit - Call for Posters!

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 22:11:02 GMT

The Minnesota Society for Public Health Education (MN SOPHE) is now accepting abstracts for a virtual poster session during the 2021 Virtual Health Education Summit.

Do you have any of the following projects to share?

Research (Quantitative, Qualitative, and Literature Reviews)
Program/Project/Policy Evaluation
Implementation/Process Evaluation
Tools for Public Health Education

Please complete this form by 11:59pm, Friday, August 27, 2021. While all submissions will be reviewed, not all submissions will be accepted for presentation. If your presentation is accepted, you will be notified by Friday, September 17, 2021.

July 22: ISC-SC Opioids Topical Group Webinar: Twindemic of COVID-19 and Opioid Use

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 22:22:50 GMT

ISC-SC Opioids Topical Group Webinar: Twindemic of COVID-19 and Opioid Use

Fostering Public Health and Personal Responses

Thursday, July 22, 1:00 - 2:00 PM EDT

REGISTER HERE!

Join us for a presentation where speakers will discuss the added burdens to health and wellbeing associated with opioid use in the time of the Covid-19 pandemic. They will focus on the value of peer support and public health practice.

July 21: Shoulder-to-Shoulder: Men’s Sheds in Rural Ireland and Minnesota Webinar

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 20:04:53 GMT

Join the Minnesota Department of Agriculture on July 21 at 9 a.m. to learn how Men’s Sheds have taken rural and agricultural communities in Ireland by storm, and see if they’re something farmers and other rural men in Minnesota would enjoy.

Men’s Sheds are activity-based social organizations for senior men to get out and do things with other guys. Most members are retired or (in the case of farmers) semi-retired. Sheds are independent: members decide what they want to do together – which might be anything from woodworking, to gardening, carpentry, fishing, community service, music, photography, cooking, biking, or other activities.

Sheds foster friendships, keep men active, reduce isolation and loneliness, and improve health and wellbeing. On top of that, they’re fun! Men’s Sheds first began in Australia in the 1980s and have been making their way across the world, creating spaces for camaraderie among men. Australia now has nearly 1,000 sheds, Ireland has 450, Canada is at 20 and growing. Minnesota already has five sheds: do you know a rural community where a shed might take off?

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Farm and commodity organization leaders, county staff and board members, township officials, social workers and human services professionals, library directors and librarians, farmers, Farm Business Management and Extension educators, clergy, civic and business leaders, and anybody else who might want to join, sponsor, or support a Men’s Shed in their own community.

For more information or to register for this webinar, click here!

June 10, Arts in Public Health Info Session

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 14:46:51 GMT

What Is Arts in Public Health? Free Webinar, Thursday, June 10th, 12:30 - 1:00 pm EST. REGISTER HERE!

Please join us for a discussion about the field of arts in public health and the arts in public health graduate certificate curriculum at the University of Florida.

You'll hear from faculty member, Dr. David Fakunle, and current student, Taylor Seale , MPH about how they—and our courses—bring the arts and public health together in creating healthier communities.

The presentation portion will be followed by a Q&A section to discuss your questions about the field, program, or application process.

June 10, Racism is a Public Health Crisis: A Webinar Series

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 00:41:31 GMT

SAVE THE DATE: June 10, 202, 10:00 am - 11:30 am

"The National Landscape and Next Steps for Virginia"

Register Here!

The Institute for Public Health Innovation, Voices for Virginia’s Children, and the Virginia Public Health Association presents a webinar series to explore the background, context, and future of Virginia's recent resolution declaring racism as a public health crisis.

Key Speakers:

- Alyssa Fritz, MPH, RD, CLC Manager of Strategic Partnerships, Policy, & Research at the Center for Antiracism Research for Health Equity at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health

- Tia Taylor Williams, MPH, CNS Director for the Center for School, Health, and Education and the Center for Public Health Policy at the American Public Health

Association

- Corey Pleasants Assistant Secretary of Health & Human Resources for the Commonwealth of Virginia

Global Health in a Local Context

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 17:08:01 GMT

Global Health in Local Contexts: A Transnational Experiential Course on the Social Determinants, Health Equity, and Leading Change immerses students in the study of health equity, the social determinants of health, the principles and practice of global health in a local setting, and community-based healthcare.

This course immerses learners in the study of health equity, the social and structural determination of health, and leadership for change. The course uses an experiential and inter-professional model.

This year’s course will offer a unique opportunity for students to co-learn with peers in Uganda and Haiti who will be engaged in parallel, geographically-based sub-courses.

Global, collaborative participation will promote understanding of the ways in which globally- connected social forces impact experience in local settings in similar and different ways.

For more information and to apply, click here!

June 12, PRISM Food and Necessities Drive

Mon, 31 May 2021 16:52:33 GMT

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Golden Valley Pride will look different this year. Rather than our annual in-person Pride Festival, we’re asking the community to celebrate Pride Month in a new way: by donating food and necessities to PRISM through our Food & Necessities Drive.

How to Participate: You’re invited to donate items to PRISM in this drive-through, bike-up, or walk-up event. Follow the signs and the Golden Valley Pride team will be in parking lot on the west side of the park.

Don’t forget to show your pride by decorating your cars, bike or yourself!

What to Donate: PRISM’s Marketplace Food Shelf and Shop for Change thrift store are in need of the following specific items:

Hygiene products
Cleaning supplies
Snack Items
Beverages
Older kids’ clothing
Children’s shoes

Click here to learn more!

June 22-23, MN Rural Health Conference

Fri, 28 May 2021 15:55:26 GMT

The Minnesota Rural Health Conference is one of the nation's largest state rural health conferences. The conference is hosted by the Minnesota Department of Health, Office of Rural Health & Primary Care; Minnesota Rural Health Association; and the National Rural Health Resource Center.

The 2021 conference will consist of a keynote address from Commissioner Jan Malcolm, six highly interactive workshops, and a policy panel.

Registration is NOW OPEN!

Achieving Health Equity: What's Next? Webinar Recording

Thu, 27 May 2021 19:12:09 GMT

The NIHCM Foundation presents a new webinar in their series on "Stopping the Other Pandemic: Systemic Racism and Health.” Listen and hear how the leading experts are exploring the public health lessons learned during the pandemic to improve health for all. Speakers discussed:

The connection between homelessness and health and ways to support health equity for people experiencing homelessness.
The impact of the pandemic in the Latino community and ensuring equitable access to and uptake of the COVID-19 vaccine through a public education campaign.
Health equity goals and solutions for Native American communities as well as understanding the historical context.
A health plan’s efforts to increase vaccine uptake in Arkansas and improve the future of health equity, such as through leveraging data-driven, evidence-based approaches.

View the recording here!

State Fair Mass Vaccination Site

Wed, 26 May 2021 15:42:52 GMT

The State Fair Community Vaccination site is now offering the opportunity for anyone 18 and older to get a single-dose, Johnson & Johnson, shot at the facility. Specifically, the site has a disability and sensory-friendly drive-thru option, translators available in many common languages as well as ASL, and accepts walk-ups in addition to pre-scheduled appointments!

The site’s final weeks are from May 26 until June 8, when it will permanently close. The site’s appointments are open from May 26 onwards.

Sign-up for vaccination if you’re eligible and interested!

June 3, Exploring Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Our Cancer Community

Tue, 11 May 2021 16:58:33 GMT

The Angel Foundation presents: Understanding Our Experiences -- Exploring Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Our Cancer Community

Thursday, June 3, 2021 from 12pm-1pm

Join Angel Foundation for this important discussion featuring:
- Anthony Bass, Senior Executive Director for MN at American Cancer Society
- Cindy Kaigama, Cancer Survivor and Health Equity Leader
- Dr. Neel Trivedi, Medical Oncologist and Hematologist at Allina Health
- Moderator: Jackie Thomas-Hall, VP and Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at Allina Health
- Dave Becker, President & CEO at Angel Foundation

Free HPV Webinars: May 20th and June 2nd

Tue, 11 May 2021 16:23:20 GMT

HPV Vaccination and Oropharyngeal Cancer: May 20 | 12:15-1p.m.

HPV-related oropharyngeal cancers are on the rise. 70% of these cancers could be prevented by the HPV vaccine. Kendall Tasche, M.D., will cover updated HPV vaccine guidelines for boys and girls with a focus on the role they can play in preventing HPV-related head and neck cancers.

Reserve your spot at https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvce2tqDktE9Bx3yMEWKGb_F5dk_kRXTEJ

HPV and Oropharyngeal Cancers: June 2 | 12:15-1p.m.

HPV is associated with six different cancers. Cancers in the back of the throat (oropharynx) traditionally have been caused by tobacco and alcohol, but recent studies show that 70% of cancers of the oropharynx may be linked to HPV. Kathryn M. Van Abel, M.D. will talk about the increase in HPV associated head and neck cancers and the most effective ways to treat them.

Reserve your spot at https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMtdeusrD0qHNO66q6zoOlls4i-A5In-vDt

Health Promotion Practice showcases the intersection of arts and public health

Tue, 11 May 2021 16:13:52 GMT

The Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE), in collaboration with the University of Florida Center for Arts in Medicine and ArtPlace America, announces the publication of, “Arts in Public Health,” a special supplement of its peer-reviewed journal Health Promotion Practice (HPP).

This important collection of papers advances the current knowledge about, skills needed for, and examples of work using the arts to advance individual and population health.

Curated by guest co-editors Jill Sonke, Lourdes Rodriguez and Melissa Valerio-Shewmaker, the supplement features 18 commentaries, full-length articles, and calls to action from thought leaders, practitioners and researchers working to establish an evidence base and set best practices in the field of arts in public health. The Arts in Public Health supplement is available open access!

Additionally, SOPHE will offer a webinar series featuring a variety of the manuscript authors beginning May 19. Register for it now!

May 20, Webinar: Introducing the All of Us Research Portal

Fri, 07 May 2021 13:25:55 GMT

APHA has partnered with the All of Us Research Program at NIH to build one of the largest biomedical data resources of its kind, and put it in the hands of the most diverse group of researchers. Minority researchers are encouraged to join APHA and All of Us at 4 p.m. ET on Thursday, May 20, to learn about the All of Us program and Research Hub, how to access it and how to start using the data. You can learn more about the Research Hub here: https://www.researchallofus.org.

RSVP today and join us on May 20!

Note: This is going to be a great opportunity for public health students, early career professionals, and folks underrepresented in the research community to access a really diverse pool of data. This is also the start of APHA's work with All of Us on the research side of things: In June we'll be scheduling a couple of trainings to learn one of the languages required to use the Research Hub, and by the end of June we'll have the call out for the next round of Affiliate funding opportunities, which are also going to be research-based this time around (details to come!). The May 20 webinar is a great intro to all of these opportunities. I hope you'll encourage your members to join in!

SHIP Funding MinnPost Article

Wed, 05 May 2021 19:57:12 GMT

Last Wednesday, MinnPost published a commentary submitted by Annie Krapek of the Twin Cities Medical Society. This op-ed is in support of fully funding SHIP, which aligns directly with MPHA’s legislative priorities.

You can check out the full story here!

May 4, APHA Webinar: Back to school COVID-19 testing

Mon, 03 May 2021 20:05:42 GMT

Please join APHA at 4 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, May 4 for a free webinar detailing tools and funding available to school districts and health professionals looking to safely reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic.

To support in-person learning for K-12 students, teachers and staff, the Biden administration is directing $10 billion toward increased COVID-19 testing in schools. In Tuesday’s webinar, we'll share details on testing tools that have already been used in thousands of U.S. schools. This webinar will introduce the Thermo Fisher-Color Health partnership and tools to make on-site student testing accessible to schools, and without disruption to teaching?

RSVP to attend this free webinar at 4 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, May 4.

Screen Free Week, May 3 - 9

Mon, 03 May 2021 13:48:04 GMT

Screen Free Week, May 3-9, is an annual invitation to screen less and live more and is celebrated around the world. Thousands of families, schools and communities seek ways to replace screen time with intentional family time, playtime, and outdoor activities.

During the week, LiveMore ScreenLess will be promoting the benefits of time spent off digital media as well as be drawing attention to the Digital Wellbeing bill (SF 1012 | HF 1836) that is in the senate's omnibus bill. This bill supports promoting Digital Wellbeing for all Minnesota students, parents and teachers through four strategies - development of an online resource hub, a statewide communications campaign, professional development/training for educators, and peer education training for young people.

Click here for more information about Screen Free Week and LiveMore ScreenLess!

April 28, Making It Plain: Minority Health Professionals and Community Organizations Fight COVID Together

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 22:11:59 GMT

This live-streamed town hall is designed to enhance collaboration among and between the Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, American Indian and African American communities to enhance COVID prevention and vaccination. Click here for a list of featured speakers!

Watch on April 28, 7:00 - 8:45 p.m. at Facebook.com/BlackDoctor.org or Youtube.com/BlackDoctorOrg.

Attend the first virtual Minnesota Rural Health Conference!

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 17:05:25 GMT

The conference will consist of a keynote address from Commissioner Jan Malcom, six highly interactive workshops, and a policy panel. Choose from a track tailored to the general audience and a new track including content tailored for students. Please note that workshops have limited capacity. If a topic resonates with you, register online today!

Free Training for Eligible Minnesota-Based Clinicians/Therapists and Parents/Caregivers

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 12:37:55 GMT

The Association for Training on Trauma and Attachment in Children (ATTACh) invites you to join us as a participant in a special training series Attachment and Trauma-Focused Therapy for Mental Health providers (ATFT-MH) and invites your parents and caregivers to participate in our Hope for Healing Training Series (HFH).

The ATFT-MH Training provides theoretical and practical knowledge for clinicians who are treating attachment and trauma issues in children and families. The initial course is 50 hours to include 30 hours of direct instruction and 20 hours of online reading and video presentation. There is an option for an additional 30 hours of credits earned through online video trainings and readings so that individuals are able to qualify for Registered Clinician status with ATTACh. There will be 40 direct contact hours within a virtual setting, including daily clinical practice opportunities.

For more information or to register, visit: https://attach.regfox.com/atft-mh-may-2021

New COVID-19 Report Shows Disproportionate COVID-19 Mortality Rates in Minnesota’s Asian Community

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 20:18:45 GMT

New COVID-19 Report Shows Disproportionate COVID-19 Mortality Rates in Minnesota’s Asian Community

The Hmong Public Health Association's Policy and Advocacy Committee spearheaded a report on the disproportionate COVID-19 deaths among the Asian community in Minnesota! In partnership with the Coalition of Asian American Leaders (CAAL), SEARAC, and the UMN School of Public Health, you can find the report in CAAL's press release here: https://caalmn.org/.../new-covid-19-report-shows.../....

WIN Network Advancing Racial Justice in Our Work Oppurtunities

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:16:31 GMT

April 14, 2021 2:30-5:00pm ET | Unpacking the Complexities of Intersectional Identities

Not one person is one-dimensional; we all live complex lives that shape our experiences. We invite you to dive deeper into understanding and exploring how race, gender, sexual orientation, cultural and religious affiliation, socioeconomic status, etc. can come together and influence our ways of experiencing, navigating, and perceiving the world.

Join link: https://weintheworld-org.zoom.us/j/99820839576

Action Lab to Transforming Policy & Systems to Build Equitable Economies

April 21, 2021 3:30-5:00pm ET | WE WIN Racial Justice Community (Part 1) Transforming Policy & Systems to Build Equitable Economies

Join link: https://weintheworld-org.zoom.us/j/99820839576

April 28, 2021 2:30-5:00pm ET | WE WIN Racial Justice Community (Part 2) Action Lab: Building an Equitable Economy

Join link: https://weintheworld-org.zoom.us/j/99820839576

April 27, No Child Left Inside: 100 Ways to Connect Children of Nature

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 13:16:52 GMT

Join the MN Department of Health for a monthly Mental Well-Being and Resilience Learning Community

No Child Left Inside: 100 Ways to Connect Children of Nature

April 27, 2021

There is overwhelming evidence that engaging in nature supports our mental well-being and resilience. For children, other benefits include improvements in problem solving skills, curiosity, imagination, cognition, attention, education outcomes, gross motor skills and more. In 2019 the Minnesota Legislature Authorized No Child Left Inside to promote children and youth engagement with the rich natural resources available in Minnesota. The MN Department of Natural Resources has since had two rounds of grants in 2019 and 2020. 93 grants totaling almost $900,000 were issued equally by capita to six regions of the state for school and youth programs. Learn about the purpose and scope of this grant, and about four projects: Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota in Mankato, Pedal Power in Minneapolis, Recreational Experiences Achieving Community Harmony (REACH) in Cloquet. Consider opportunities to promote nature in your community, and how you can support this initiative. No Child Left Inside grants | Minnesota DNR (state.mn.us)

Register to participate here!

MPHA History Archives Update: Funding received to preserve ’A Public Health Journal‘ TV programs online

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 00:40:40 GMT

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Funding received to preserve ’A Public Health Journal‘ TV programs online

April 12, 2021

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The Social Welfare History Archives received a $10,000 Legacy Amendment grant from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund through the Minnesota Historical Society for the digital preservation and access project Public Health in Minnesota: Digitizing Recordings of “A Public Health Journal” TV program.

Archivist Linnea Anderson, with inspiration and input from Merry Grande and Donna Anderson from the Minnesota Public Health Association, envisioned a 12-month project to digitize over 300 recordings of the “A Public Health Journal” television program and make them available online. The tapes, which are part of the MPHA records in SWHA, document a range of public health topics but are not viewable because they are in obsolete formats.

Digitizing “A Public Health Journal” will make the programs available online, create a timely addition to current debates on public health, and make the history of public health in Minnesota come alive for a diverse audience of community members, scholars, students, and public health and medical professionals.

This publication was made possible in part by the people of Minnesota through a grant funded by an appropriation to the Minnesota Historical Society from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Any views, findings, opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of the State of Minnesota, the Minnesota Historical Society, or the Minnesota Historic Resources Advisory Committee.

April 21 Othering & Belonging Spring Summit

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 18:51:04 GMT

Othering & Belonging Spring Summit 2021

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Join the Othering & Belonging Institute on April 21 for a groundbreaking day of connection and big ideas for building a world based on belonging, justice, and care—for our communities, for our living planet, and for our future.

Summit will feature special sessions with Toshi Reagon, john a. powell, Tokata Iron Eyes, Xiye Bastida, The Nile Project, Naomi Klein, Taeku Lee, Astra Taylor, Norma Wong, Sarah Crowell, Alphabet Rockers, and more. Agenda and speakers can be found on our Summit webpage.

MDH Announces New Opioid Podcast Series

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 19:07:38 GMT

MDH announces new opioid podcast series

Free podcast provides listeners insight, hope and help

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) today announced the launch of a new podcast series, "Stories from the Field," aimed at addressing the evolving opioid epidemic.

The goals are to provide a voice to those who have experienced substance use disorder, offer resources to those helping people who use drugs make safer choices, and to illustrate the complexities of the epidemic. The podcast hosts a series of experts in the health care field, as well as community leaders and others devoted to reducing the number of Minnesotans affected by this crisis.

The opioid crisis continued to escalate in 2020, with 373 overdose deaths reported in the first six months of the year. That’s compared to all of 2019, where a total of 428 total Minnesotans died from an opioid overdose. Minnesota Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm says the impacts of every overdose, fatal or non-fatal, are far-reaching and avoidable.

“We know that every death by overdose is a preventable death,” said Malcolm. “We need to set our sights on providing support and resources to all Minnesotans who are affected by opioid use disorder, and all communities where substance use leads to personal, family, and community suffering.”

The "Stories from the Field" podcast series tells real stories from real people throughout the state and are just one tool in MDH’s opioid overdose prevention work. The series reveals the raw emotions of people who have battled substance misuse, lost loved ones, and managed to get through it. The diverse group of guests represent communities of color, tribal communities, the LGBTQ population, and a variety of economic backgrounds. Community advocates, medical professionals and other front-line prevention specialists discuss the problem, efforts to destigmatize substance use, and possible solutions. They all agree that recovery is possible.

“Podcasts are just one way the Injury and Violence Prevention section at MDH engages with our communities to address the emerging opioid crisis,” said Dana Farley, injury and violence prevention supervisor. “By featuring the work being done throughout the state, we hope to leave listeners with a sense of hope and that help is available.”

To listen to the podcast series, visit Opioids: Prevention, Treatment and Community-Driven Efforts. For more information and other resources, visit MDH’s Opioid Overdose Prevention page. For downloadable graphs and statistics on opioid use in Minnesota since 2000, visit the MDH Drug Overdose Dashboard.

March 29, 2021 Our Health MN Panel Series

Sat, 27 Mar 2021 18:16:20 GMT

Join us on March 29, 2021 at 5:30 PM as we kick off the Our Health MN panel series—a series of conversations with lawmakers, city and county officials, community leaders, and YOU about what a healthcare system that works for all of us looks like. Featuring: Rep. Cedrick Frazier, Rep. Athena Hollins, Sen. Jen McEwen, and Sen. Erin Murphy.

Click here to register!

Close the Adolescent Vaccination Gap

Sat, 27 Mar 2021 18:09:20 GMT

While many parents are excited to see their children return to in-person learning, as well as the prospect for broader COVID vaccine eligibility by May 1st, some public health advocates are also concerned.

Your preteen needs three vaccines to protect against meningitis, HPV cancers, and pertussis. Most kids get these shots in the summer. Many adolescents missed important shots due to the pandemic but if COVID-19 vaccine is approved for ages 12+ this summer, current recommendations include no vaccines for 2 weeks before the first shot, no vaccines for the 3-4 weeks between shots and no shots 2 weeks afterwards. This means there's a possibility of an 8 week blackout for recommended vaccines during the usual back-to-school vaccination season.

It is crucial that we catch up on adolescent vaccination earlier than usual in 2021 to ensure a safe return to in-person schooling. To stay current with the CDC vaccination and immunization guidelines, visit the CDC website.

April 8-9, 2021 Responding to the COVID-19 Infodemic: An NNLM Virtual Symposium

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 18:59:21 GMT

Responding to the COVID-19 Infodemic: An NNLM Virtual Symposium

April 8-9, 2021

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT

The COVID-19 pandemic highlights the disparities of underserved, minority and underrepresented communities. This includes ensuring equal understanding of accurate health information, education in hard hit communities and valuing inclusion in clinical research to overcome COVID-19.

The NNLM Virtual Symposium is an opportunity to address misinformation and mistrust, raise awareness about the pandemic and efforts to combat it. Symposium attendees can expect to come away from this experience with a better understanding of COVID-19 as well as strategies and programs that can be used to engage with communities. We are excited to feature the following keynote speakers:

Vinay Gupta, MD, MPA, Affiliate Assistant Professor, Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, Seattle, WA

Gregg Orton, National Director, The National Council of Asian Pacific Americans (NCAPA), Washington, DC

Elizabeth Wilhelm, Health Communications Specialist, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Global Immunization Division, Atlanta, GA

Chris Pernell, MD, MPH, FACPM, Chief Strategic Integration and Health Equity Officer, University Hospital, New York, NY

For more information or to register, visit https://nnlm.vfairs.com/en/.

March 30 Men’s Shed: Creating Social Connection in a Sometimes-Lonely World

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 19:46:29 GMT

Join the MN Department of Health for a monthly

Mental Well-Being and Resilience Learning Community

Men’s Shed: Creating Social Connection in a Sometimes-Lonely World

March 30, 2021

Men’s Shed is an international phenomenon with thousands of clubs worldwide, originating in Australia. In a world that is facing a loneliness epidemic across generations, Men’s Shed builds social connection! Social connection is one of the most important resources for well-being and preventing suicide. Men’s Shed is a club, mainly for older guys. We have tools, and materials for pursuing our interests and passions, for learning something new and sharing skills. We join to make stuff and tinker. We share a pot of coffee in a friendly atmosphere. Minnesota has five Men’s Shed programs including: Hopkins, Minnetonka, Crystal, Roseville, and Mound. This may be a particularly important strategy in every community, but particularly among rural communities where rates of suicide among older men has been among the highest in recent years. Learn about the Men’s Shed history across the globe, and in Minnesota, the benefits to well-being, and about the steps to start a Men’s Shed in your community.

Click here to register for this event!

March 25 "COVID Vaccine: What Works and What Doesn't"

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 19:30:40 GMT

ATTENTION APHA MEMBERS!

ISC Disasters and Emergency Preparedness Webinar, "COVID Vaccine: What Works and What Doesn't"

Thursday, March 25, from 2 - 3 PM EDT

Join a team of a team of scientiﬁc, legal and communications experts to discuss strategies and best practices in combating misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine.

Click here to register for this webinar!

March 23 A Fireside Chat with Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 22:51:52 GMT

Attention MPHA and APHA Members! You are invited and encouraged to attend!

COVID Collaborative is hosting a Fireside Chat with Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, the Chair of the Biden-Harris COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force, on March 23 from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm ET.

The event will be focused on the critical topic of equity and COVID-19 and will be a discussion between Dr. Nunez-Smith and the co-chairs of the COVID Collaborative, former Governors Deval Patrick (D-MA) and Dirk Kempthorne (R-ID). COVID Collaborative is honored to co-host the event with the NAACP, UnidosUS, and the National Congress of American Indians. Each of these groups will provide targeted questions to our moderators about the equity challenges facing the communities they represent. After the initial discussion, there will be a moderated Q&A during which time you can ask Dr. Nunez-Smith questions through the chat function.

To RSVP, please visit this link. The event will be hosted on Zoom, and we will share the link for the webinar days before the event.

April 15 School of Public Health Research Day

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 13:39:48 GMT

School of Public Health Research Day

Date: Thursday, April 15, 2021

Time: 9:00 – 11:00 am

Location: Virtual

School of Public Health Research Day provides our students and faculty an opportunity to showcase their research activities and other scholarly work with the public health community. Join us Thursday, April 15, at 9:00 a.m. to hear presentations that will highlight their innovative thinking and concrete action to tackle some of the world’s most emerging and persistent public health challenges. This year, Research Day will be held completely online! All virtual activities are free and open to the public.

For more information, visit sph.umn.edu/researchday

April 16 UMN SPH Health Equity Workgroup: Disparities in COVID-19: Social Justice, Policy, and Ethical Considerations for Vaccinating the U.S. Population

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 17:21:33 GMT

Disparities in COVID-19: Social Justice, Policy, and Ethical Considerations for Vaccinating the U.S. Population

2021 Health Disparities Roundtable
Friday, April 16 | 9:00 am - 10:30 am CT

We are pleased to host Dr. Rachel Hardeman, Dr. Camara Phyllis Jones and Dr. Michael Osterholm for a discussion moderated by Dr. Jaime Slaughter-Acey. The conversation will focus on COVID-19 policy considerations and vaccination strategies through a lens of social justice and structural racism. CE credits are available.

Register Now

March 12 - Bite-Sized Learning: Race Equity with the League of Minnesota Cities

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 19:55:43 GMT

From the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, join us for:

Bite-Sized Learning: Race Equity with the League of Minnesota Cities

Friday, March 12, 2021, 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

VirtualLive/Online

Fee: Free

Dave Unmacht, executive director of the League of Minnesota Cities and Irene Kao, General Counsel for Intergovernmental Relations at the League will give an overview of the League’s strategic plan for race equity. They will share why the League has prioritized this work and what they are hearing from member cities around the state.

The Bite-Sized Learning events are designed by MCN’s Greater Minnesota team to keep us connected across the state. While the topics are chosen to meet the needs of Greater Minnesota, all are welcome here! Each event will have a short presentation (10-20 minutes) along with plenty of time for networking and discussion on the designated topic. Bring your questions and expertise on the topic! With our cameras and microphones on, we can stay connected, learn, and support one another.

Event Detail

The event will be hosted on Zoom. You will need a computer and a phone as a back-up audio method.

Register for the event on Zoom.

Speaker Information

Irene Kao is the Intergovernmental Relations Counsel at the League of Minnesota Cities, where she advocates on behalf of cities at the state legislature, specifically on issues of data practices, open meeting law, land use, procurement, and civil liability. Irene also has been part of the League’s race equity efforts since 2016, including efforts today to work internally with staff and externally with cities and community stakeholders.

David Unmacht is executive director of the League of Minnesota Cities, a membership organization dedicated to promoting excellence in local government. The League serves its more than 830 member cities through advocacy, education and training, policy development, risk management and other services. It conducts research and analysis that helps contribute to better informed decisions in municipal government including economic development, and its advocacy efforts help to generate a better economic development environment for the communities where we all live, work, and play.

More information & registration:

http://www.minnesotanonprofits.org/events/event-detail/2021/03/12/default-calendar/bite-sized-learning-race-equity-with-the-league-of-minnesota-cities

Reproductive (In)Justice: Birth Behind Bars Inbox

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 17:03:56 GMT

Hamline University's Center for Justice and Law in partnership with the Ostara Initiative, the Minnesota Prison Doula Project, and the Alabama Birth Project presents our Spring conference Reproductive In(Justice): Birth Behind Bars featuring local and national advocates, community members, and leaders on Friday, April 30th 10:00am-2:30pm CST.

Join us for an in-depth conversation centering the experiences of incarcerated people navigating pregnancy and birthing. This four and a half hour event will include a series of panels, conversations, and a Keynote with cross-sector justice-impacted leaders, activists, scholars, and practitioners. Our last panel will highlight the advocacy efforts underway across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Alabama to elevate awareness on legal and policy initiatives for reproductive justice. Stay tuned for the final speaker announcement.

Click here to register!

March 8 Isuroon's International Women of African Descent Day Virtual Conference

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 19:04:58 GMT

Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/isuroons-international-women-of-african-descent-day-virtual-conference-tickets-142020588403

Isuroon invites you to our International Women of African Descent Day Virtual Conference on Monday, March 8th from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm CST

About this Event

Join us for a day of knowledge and information with a particular focus on the growth and development of women of African descent. Through panel discussions, presentations, and interactive workshops, we will address key issues impacting the wellbeing of women of African descent including:

economic inequality
culturally sensitive healthcare
COVID-19 and its impact on women of color
emotional health and resiliency
the Muslim Ban and its effect on African communities
political involvement to drive positive change

The conference will provide learning and skill-building opportunities for community members, healthcare professionals, government workers, organizers, and allies seeking to develop authentic relationships with People of Color and Indigenous communities. Over the course of the day, we will honor the strength of our women, families, and communities; address the disparities that exist in Minnesota and the United States; and identify ways that we can promote the lives of women of African descent.

While the event is free, Isuroon is encouraging donations to support our culturally appropriate halal food shelves. Visit the link to donate, thank you for your support!

2021 Summer Public Health Institute

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 20:57:33 GMT

2021 Summer Public Health Institute

Hosted by the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, The Summer Public Health Institute provides a space where innovation happens, allowing faculty and experts to create short courses that respond to current advances in their fields. Most courses span one week and provide participants with applied research and practice skills that can be used right away.

The Institute will be held exclusively online this year. Utilizing Canvas and Zoom, classes will be featuring a mix of live zoom activities in addition to recorded lectures and online activities.

26 courses offered in the following topic areas:

• Culturally Responsive Practice

• Food Protection and Safety

• Emerging Infectious Diseases

• Health of Communities and Families

• Impacts of Globalization

• Preparedness, Response and Recovery

• Research Methods

Register for academic graduate credit or for continuing education hours. Registration opens February 25 for University of Minnesota admitted students, March 4 for non-admitted students.

Refer to the registration page on the website for instructions: https://z.umn.edu/PHI2021

Questions: contact phi@umn.edu

March 5 kicks off 6-part Webinar Series from ChangeLab Solutions: Uprooting the Structural Drivers of Health Inequity: Growing Policy Solutions for Improved Community Health

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 19:58:45 GMT

Attention MPHA Community!

Check out this six-part webinar training from ChangeLab Solutions.

https://www.changelabsolutions.org/webinar-series-uprooting-drivers-health-inequity

First webinar begins on Mar 5, 2021 12:00 noon CST, with the topic: "Uprooting the Structural Drivers of Health Inequity: Growing Policy Solutions for Improved Community Health"

Description

GROWING POLICY SOLUTIONS FOR IMPROVED COMMUNITY HEALTH is the first session in ChangeLab Solutions’ six-part virtual engagement series, Uprooting the Structural Drivers of Health Inequity.

In this session, we will kick off the series with a discussion of how organizations and advocates are addressing inequity in their efforts to improve health outcomes, bringing together three leaders in public health and health equity to discuss these questions:

· What are the structural drivers of health inequity?

· How are different sectors — including community-based organizations, government, and funders — addressing these drivers to advance structural solutions?

· How are leaders re-imagining their approaches in the context of the pandemic, economic crisis, and a growing movement for racial justice?

Speakers:

· Oxiris Barbot, MD, adjunct assistant professor at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and senior fellow for public health and social justice at The JPB Foundation

· Wendoly Marte, director of economic justice at Community Change

· Cara James, PhD, president and CEO at Grantmakers in Health

· Sarah de Guia, JD, CEO at ChangeLab Solutions (Moderator)

Feb. 25 HRSA Facilitated Region 5 --African-American Infant Mortality Call-To-Action Webinar

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:25:04 GMT

MPHA Members:

You are invited to participate in a unique initiative addressing the high rates of racial disparities in infant mortality that affect Region 5. The Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) Maternal Child Health Bureau (MCHB) is working in partnership with HRSA Office of Regional Operations (ORO) to convene a webinar series that will consider root causes of racial disparities that can further inform and strengthen state-initiated efforts to eliminate racial disparities in infant mortality. The webinars are intended to augment and align with existing state plans, catalyze further action, and accelerate efforts to eliminate racial disparities in infant mortality.

The first webinar will take place on Thursday, February 25, 2021, from 2:00 – 3:00 pm CST with a “Call to Action” for state teams and key partners, and continue with monthly webinars through 2021. Interested partners may register through the following link from CityMatCH for the kick-off: https://unmc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwlf-qrqzMpGN0B63xxfJiqlkPRshogWQai.

The Webinar content will focus on foundational issues, with state and local examples, including historical context, the role of racism, social determinants of health, community engagement, and turning data to action. Attendees will also examine opportunities to impact the systems and policies which play into perpetuating racism and, as a result, maintain persistent health inequities amongst different racial and ethnic groups.

Black-White racial inequities in infant mortality in Region 5 are among the worst in the nation.

Here are some key statistics:

·         At the Regional level, the Black infant mortality rate (IMR) and absolute Black-White IMR gap are highest for Region 5.

·         At the state-level, five of the ten states with the highest Black IMRs are located in Region 5 and four of the five states with the highest absolute Black-White IMR gap are in Region 5.

·         At the county-level, five of the ten counties with the most excess Black infant deaths are located in Region 5.

·         Infant mortality rates for the Native American community are also unacceptably high in Region 5.

Your participation is critical, as your organization has the power to impact the systems and policies which play into perpetuating racism and, as a result, maintain persistent health inequities amongst different racial and ethnic groups. We hope that our collaboration throughout the course of the foundational webinars and beyond can accelerate the existing work in Region 5.

Despite years of hard work at the federal, state, and local levels, we know disparities in infant mortality have persisted and in some areas have gotten worse. We cannot win this fight alone or in our separate silos, and hope you will join us as we work to eliminate racial disparities and achieve infant health equity in Region 5.  For questions or more information on the webinar series, please contact the Region 5 MCHB Project Officer, Kathy K. Best, at kbest@hrsa.gov.

Feb 18 SOPHE presents "Hill Visits 101—Tips for Meeting with State and Federal Elected Officials…"

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 15:53:53 GMT

Hill Visits 101- Tips for Meeting with State and Federal Elected Officials

Please visit https://mnsophe.wildapricot.org/event-4137438 for more information and to register! CEUs available.

Feb. 9 Equitable Enforcement in Commercial Tobacco Control

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 17:42:31 GMT

The Center for Black Health & Equity, ChangeLab Solutions, and Counter Tools are co-hosting a webinar—Equitable Enforcement in Commercial Tobacco Control—next Tuesday, February 9 1:00 CST.

Although state and local health departments are the primary target audience, we welcome partner organizations to join as well.

If you're interested in attending, please register here:

https://globalmeetwebinar.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1421333&tp_key=5b1aa8ac8b

Feb 23-25 The African American Leadership Forum Presents: Leadership By Any Means Necessary

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 14:11:55 GMT

The African American Leadership Forum Presents:
Leadership By Any Means Necessary
February 25-27, $25

This virtual, three-day conference features engaging and interactive sessions with African American leaders throughout the Twin Cities, Minnesota, and the nation. Engage in intergenerational dialogue with community leaders, changemakers, and innovators who represent the current era of leadership in the Black community.

Learn more

Feb. 9 COVID-19 Action in the Biden Era: Fireside Chat with Dr. Anthony Fauci

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 22:06:58 GMT

ATTENTION MPHA & APHA MEMBERS!

Fireside Chat with Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases

About this Event

As the Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, Dr. Anthony Fauci has been on the leading edge of the fight against COVID-19 since the crisis began. Now serving as the Chief Medical Advisor for the Biden-Harris Administration, Dr. Fauci joins us for this special event about the state of the pandemic and what's to come as the new administration gets to work.

This event is open to any employee or affiliate of the COVID Collaborative's member organizations.

Date And Time

Tue, February 9, 2021

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST

Feb 3 COVID-19 and the Legacy of Racism: Vaccine Hesitancy and Treatment Bias

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 18:04:50 GMT

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UPCOMING WEBINAR

COVID-19 and the Legacy of Racism: Vaccine Hesitancy and Treatment Bias

DATE & TIME
Wednesday, February 3, 2021
2:00 - 3:00 PM CST

SPEAKERS

George Mensah, MD
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute

Lauren Powell, PhD
The Equitist

Andrea Willis, MD & Dakasha Winton
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

The COVID-19 pandemic’s devastating impact on Black, Latino and other communities of color has resulted in disproportionately high rates of cases, hospitalizations and deaths. Racism, both historical and current, complicates efforts to reduce these disparities by contributing to vaccine hesitancy, treatment bias, barriers to testing, and ongoing economic and social inequities.

This webinar will explore challenges and solutions. It is part of the series "Stopping the Other Pandemic: Systemic Racism and Health."

Speakers will discuss:

Addressing vaccine hesitancy in Black and other communities with significant health disparities
How race-based treatment bias impacts care and health outcomes for Black and other patients from communities of color and how to bring about positive change
A health plan’s efforts to ensure access to culturally competent care, support and educate its members about COVID-19 testing, and improve access to primary care

Register Today

Jan 27: Network for PH Law's “Rooted in Faith & Community: Messaging for Leaders to Advance Health Equity”

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 21:12:56 GMT

Training on COVID Messaging, Vaccines, and Faith Communities

Attention MPHA Community:

Are you working to provide information about the benefits of vaccination against COVID in partnership with faith communities? You may be interested in this online training, “Rooted in Faith & Community: Messaging for Leaders to Advance Health Equity” next Wednesday, January 27 from 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CST.

Presenters include Gary Gunderson of Wake Forest Baptist Health, a national thought leader on faith-based health, and Gene Matthews and Dawn Hunter, attorneys from the Network for Public Health Law.Participants will learn to become better advocates by understanding which foundational moral values resonate with us and how to recognize, appreciate, and learn to speak to other people's values.

The training is sponsored by Eastside Health and Well-Being Collaborative (St Paul, Minnesota), MHealth Fairview, and the Network for Public Health Law.

Registration link

More info on Becoming Better Messengers

Jill Krueger

Region Director

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The Network for Public Health Law – Northern Region

Networkforphl.org

jkrueger@networkforphl.org

Submit an abstract for APHA 2021! Due March 21

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 15:29:17 GMT

Online Abstract Submission

"Creating the Healthiest Nation: Strengthening Social Connectedness"

The American Public Health Association is now accepting abstract submissions for oral and poster presentations for the APHA 2021 Annual Meeting and Expo. Authors are encouraged to submit abstracts on the meeting theme — "Creating the Healthiest Nation: Strengthening Social Connectedness" — and current and emerging public health issues.

With the uncertainty around COVID-19, APHA is hoping to have a hybrid meeting and is still determining what that might look like. As you submit your abstract, keep in mind that APHA 2021 may be a virtual event. Updates will be posted to our website.

Submission Deadline — Abstracts are due March 21.

Abstract Notification — Presenters will be notified via email of abstract status on July 1.

Apply TODAY! 2021 truth Ambassador Program

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 17:05:51 GMT

Young adults: apply to the 2021 Truth Initiative Ambassador Program!

We are currently looking for ten young adults who are passionate about tobacco control to be our 2021 truth Ambassadors. truth Ambassadors will participate in a year-long virtual program, where they will develop a sustainable project that helps eliminate tobacco in their community (local, state or national), and learn how to better engage and mobilize other youth and young adults around tobacco issues. Participants will receive a stipend and financial support for their project.

We’re looking for candidates with the following qualifications –

Previous experience with tobacco control advocacy, and/or have been involved in at least one tobacco-related project that he/she would like to expand
Committed to virtual participation

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, age or disability

Applications are now live at https://www.thetruth.com/take-action/form/truth-ambassador-application and the deadline to apply is January 31st, 2021 11:59 PM EST

Please feel free to share this leadership opportunity within your network, all outreach is greatly appreciated! Questions? Please contact Diamond Miller, Youth Leadership Development Specialist at Truth Initiative, 202-454-5790, or Jasmine Hicks, Director of Youth Leadership Development, jhicks@truthinitiative.org.

Jan. 21: Network for PH Law: "Declarations of Racism as a Public Health Crisis: Utilizing Declarations to Address Health Inequities"

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 17:43:36 GMT

Network for PH Law: "Declarations of Racism as a Public Health Crisis: Utilizing Declarations to Address Health Inequities"

12:00 – 1:30 p.m. CST | January 21, 2021

INFO & REGISTRATION

States, cities, and counties have increasingly declared racism to be a public health crisis or emergency. These declarations are driven by a recognition that systemic, institutional, and other forms of racism drive disparities across employment, housing, education, the justice system, healthcare, and other determinants of health. The declarations also reflect a growing acknowledgment that state and local governments must anchor efforts to eradicate the impacts of racism in order to truly achieve the conditions that create optimal health for all. Attend this webinar to: learn where such declarations or statements have been issued, hear specific examples of actions that jurisdictions are taking at state and local levels, and obtain practical steps for using racial equity tools to help ensure meaningful implementation that will have concrete real-world impacts.

This webinar will provide you with:

A brief overview of declarations of racism as a public health crisis and their potential impact.
A discussion of specific examples of actions committed to or already implemented that can set a community on a path for meaningful change.
An analysis of legal and policy opportunities for implementing these declarations and associated efforts to dismantle structural racism and achieve health equity.

Moderator:

Betsy Lawton, JD, Senior Staff Attorney, Network for Public Health Law—Northern Region Office

Presenters:

Ruqaiijah Yearby, JD, MPH, Professor of Law and Executive Director, Institute for Healing Justice and Equity, Saint Louis University
Tia Taylor Williams, MPH, CNS, Director, APHA Center for Public Health Policy and Center for School Health and Education
Dawn Hunter, JD, MPH, Deputy Director, Network for Public Health Law—Southeastern Region Office

CLE credits will not be offered for this webinar.

Feb. 4 Anticipating COVID-19 Vaccination Challenges through Flu Vaccination Patterns by SHADAC

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 16:26:30 GMT

Feb 4, 2021 01:00 PM

Webinar Registration: REGISTER HERE

"Anticipating COVID-19 Vaccination Challenges through Flu Vaccination Patterns

Description"

Across the country, states have begun the first stages of their campaigns to vaccinate people against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). However, early troubles have highlighted the challenges to such a massive endeavor.

Once the first tiers of recipients have been vaccinated, states will need to begin subsequent efforts to inoculate their broader resident populations—efforts that may be hampered by another, more-familiar set of hurdles, including vaccine skepticism and a U.S. health care system that typically leaves large segments of the population underserved.

Looking to the nation’s experiences with other vaccine campaigns such as influenza, can provide insights to the challenges faced by states in attaining their targets for coronavirus immunization.

In an upcoming SHADAC webinar, Senior Research Fellow Colin Planalp, MPA, will present data published in a recent brief, funded by the California Health Care Foundation (CHCF). The analysis uses flu vaccination rates for U.S. adults across the 50 states and the District of Columbia as a proxy to identify population subgroups that may be harder to reach with a COVID-19 vaccine. An analysis of several demographic categories, such as age, race/ethnicity, chronic health conditions, and health insurance coverage status will also be included in the webinar discussion.

Mr. Planalp will also be joined by SHADAC Research Fellow Robert Hest, MPP, for a question and answer session following the webinar presentation.

Time:

Feb 4, 2021 01:00 PM in Central Time (US and Canada)

Feb. 1: Racial Equity Advocacy for White Allies by MN Council Nonprofits

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 16:25:37 GMT

MPHA Members,

The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits is holding a free webinar and all are welcome:

Bite-Sized Learning: Racial Equity Advocacy for White Allies

Monday, February 01, 2021, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Racial equity work is about progress, not perfection. What can white folks do to advance racial equity in their personal and professional lives? We will discuss strategies for overcoming internal, relational, and organizational racism. Whether you are new to racial justice or need a refresher to reaffirm your commitment, this will be a safe space to gather resources you can apply in your sphere of influence.

The Bite-Sized Learning events are designed by MCN’s Greater Minnesota team to keep us connected across the state. While the topics are chosen to meet the needs of Greater Minnesota, all are welcome here! Each event will have a short presentation along with plenty of time for networking and discussion on the designated topic. Bring your questions and expertise on the topic! With our cameras and microphones on, we can stay connected, learn, and support one another.

Event Details

The event will be hosted on Zoom. You will need a computer and a phone as a back-up audio method.

Register for the event on Zoom.

Facilitator Information

Dr. Bradley Wolfe is the regional coordinator for the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits’ Southwest Minnesota Regional Chapter, based in Nicollet. Through his part-time position, Bradley provides local activities, initiatives, and connections to the resources MCN provides in the Southwest region of Minnesota.

Bradley has a doctorate in educational leadership through which he studied the relationship between nonprofits and higher education. In addition to his work with MCN, Bradley teaches courses in Human Communication at Minnesota State University, Mankato and South Central College.

Bradley has a graduate certificate in nonprofit leadership in addition to three master’s degrees in the liberal arts. He regularly works for equity and justice through his role as a Diversity Facilitator with the Greater Mankato Diversity Council. He is grateful for the opportunity to help nonprofits through his position at the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits.

Register Today!

Jan. 15: The Challenges of Aging During COVID-19: Long Term Care, Vaccination and Isolation

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 16:56:53 GMT

UPCOMING WEBINAR

The Challenges of Aging During COVID-19: Long Term Care, Vaccination and Isolation

DATE & TIME
January 15, 2021
12:00 - 1:00 PM CST

SPEAKERS

Tricia Neuman
Kaiser Family Foundation

Vincent Mor
Brown University

Paul Kaplan
Florida Blue

Since the beginning of the pandemic, the danger COVID-19 poses to older adults and people living in long-term care facilities has been of great concern. COVID-19 has claimed the lives of more than 125,000 long-term care residents and staff and 8 out of 10 COVID-19 deaths reported have been among adults aged 65 and older. Now that vaccines are being authorized and the CDC has recommended that older adults have early access, there is hope, but there are still challenges with distribution. It is also necessary to address the pandemic’s mental health impact on older adults, particularly loneliness and isolation. While older adults have reported less loneliness than their younger counterparts during the pandemic, about one in four report anxiety or depression due to the pandemic. Speakers will discuss:

Overview of COVID-19’s challenges to long-term care and the future implications for nursing homes
Vaccination and vaccine distribution challenges for older adults
A health plan’s efforts to address pandemic isolation and loneliness

Register Today

Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation Advisory Group - Public Feedback Accepted until 5 pm Jan. 7

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 16:30:59 GMT

Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation Advisory Group - public feedback accepted until 5 pm Jan. 7, 2021

Please see: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/vaccine/advisory.html

Public feedback

Members of the public can submit written feedback to the Vaccine Allocation Advisory Group and the Minnesota Department of Health for their review. Please submit feedback in the form (linked) by 5 p.m. (CST) on Jan. 7, 2021, for consideration at the next advisory group meeting. Feedback submitted before this form was available is being provided to the advisory group and does not need to be resubmitted.

Join the Keep It Moving Challenge Billion Steps Challenge

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 16:54:42 GMT

Dear MPHA Members:

Need a little motivation to get moving See below for a fun challenge from APHA!

Welcome to a new year and the start of APHA’s Keep It Moving Challenge, a great way to focus on being active every day, staying motivated by your team members and engaging in a little friendly competition.

If you’ve been part of our Billion Steps Challenge in the past, you’re already familiar with how it works. We’ve added even more activities for you to try out and share with your team – walking not required!

Sign up for the challenge today! You can join Team APHA or create your own team and ask friends and family to get involved. The challenge runs through the end of National Public Health Week on April 11.

Learn more about the Keep It Moving Challenge and sign up today.

We’re looking forward to moving more with you in 2021!

Best,

Preksha Malhotra

National Public Health Week Fellow, APHA

Due Jan 8: Environmental justice mini-grant and technical assistance program

Sat, 19 Dec 2020 19:39:32 GMT

Environmental justice mini-grant and technical assistance program

The National Environmental Health Partnership Council is pleased to announce a mini-grant and technical assistance program to support three community-based organizations working to advance environmental justice in their communities.

Application deadline is Jan. 8, 2021.

Visit the American Public Health Association website for more details.

Apply by Feb. 4: RFP for training of intersection of HIV and substance abuse

Sat, 19 Dec 2020 19:31:58 GMT

DHS Grant RFP Digest

December 14, 2020

New Grants and RFPs

Notice of Request for Proposals to provide training to the professional workforce on the intersection of HIV and substance abuse.

Proposals Due: February 4, 2021

OT Training: Build Your Expertise in Pediatric Trauma and Attachment

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 14:13:18 GMT

Build Your Expertise in Pediatric Trauma and Attachment

The Attachment and Trauma-Focused Training (ATFT) for Occupational Therapists (OTs) is a peer-developed, expert-led Intermediate-Level Certification offered by the Association for Training on Trauma and Attachment in Children (ATTACh). This online training equips OTs with the education, training, research, and resources needed to offer pediatric occupational therapy. 12 CEs at no additional cost.

Learn more and register here to join your colleagues in this advanced ATFT certification program.

For questions about the ATFT for OTs, contact ATTACh at training@attach.org.

Do you have 10 or more professionals in your organization who need professional training? ATTACh offers additional group trainings that are perfect for: Behavioral Health Clinics, City and County Health Systems, Schools and Educational Facilities, Hospitals, Rehab Facilities, and more. Contact us for pricing.

Visit us at www.attach.org.

AmeriCorps VISTA Host Sites Application Open

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 19:13:56 GMT

MPHA Members: see the note below about being an AmeriCorps VISTA member host site

We've recently released our host site application for next summer and we're seeking higher education, nonprofit, or government agencies in Minnesota to host an AmeriCorps VISTA member who will serve full-time for one year beginning in summer 2021. Please share in whatever way makes sense.

We are especially interested in supporting host sites and/or projects related to:

Community-campus partnerships that focus on improving health, education, or economic outcomes for low-income populations.
College student basic needs, including, but not limited to, health care access, food access, housing assistance, financial education, and mental health support.
Access to and retention of low-income college students into college/university programs or institutions.
Addressing racial disparities in health, education, or economic outcomes.

You can reference the full release

with details linked.

Questions? Please contact:

Jaquelyn Chagnon
Program Coordinator
Iowa & Minnesota Campus Compact
2211 Riverside Ave. S., CB 48
Minneapolis, MN 55454
612-359-6464 - office

608-852-6214 - cell

jchagnon@compact.org

www.mncampuscompact.org

Environmental justice mini-grant - due Jan. 8, 2021!

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 19:08:08 GMT

New funding opportunity!

Environmental justice mini-grant and technical assistance program

To support community-based organizations working to advance environmental justice in their communities, the National Environmental Health Partnership Council is pleased to announce a mini-grant and technical assistance program. The Partnership Council is convened by APHA and supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Environmental Health/Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry.

The Advancing Environmental Justice through Technical Assistance Mini Grants program will award $10,000 to three community-based organizations. Eligible organizations must be U.S.-based 501c3 nonprofits with a demonstrated ability to work with community members to advance environmental justice. Organizations should be reflective of the communities disproportionately affected by the environmental injustice addressed. Application deadline: Jan. 8, 2021.


	Learn more and apply today!

The National Environmental Health Partnership Council is comprised of a variety of agencies and organizations dedicated to environmental health within the US. APHA is a founding partner of the Council, which strives to support healthy people by working for healthier environments. The Council brings together diverse stakeholders to help expand and sustain awareness, education, policies and practices related to environmental health.

Dec. 16 NIHCM Webinar - From Bench to Body: How the U.S. Health Care System Plans to Distribute COVID-19 Vaccines

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 19:05:32 GMT

UPCOMING WEBINAR

From Bench to Body: How the U.S. Health Care
System Plans to Distribute COVID-19 Vaccines

DATE & TIME
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
3:00 - 4:00 PM CST

SPEAKERS

Sarah Dash (Moderator)
Alliance for Health Policy

Esther Krofah

FasterCures, a Center of the Milken Institute

L.J. Tan
Immunization Action Coalition
Hemi Tewarson
Duke-Margolis Center for Health Policy

The COVID-19 pandemic sparked international concern about vulnerabilities in the global supply chain and disrupted the production of crucial pharmaceutical ingredients around the world. In a strained, but resilient market, two promising vaccine candidates boasting nearly 95% effectiveness rose to the top of various formulations. While their sponsors seek Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the Food and Drug Administration, the rest of the American health care system is preparing for vaccine deployment and mass immunization. This briefing will explore how our supply chain must respond to manufacture millions of doses and then swiftly deliver them to administration sites. Panelists will also illustrate the steps these stakeholders might take in the first 48 hours after an Emergency Use Authorization is approved.

Register Today

This webinar is a project of the Alliance for Health Policy, with support from NIHCM Foundation, The Commonwealth Fund and Arnold Ventures.

Health Equity Funding Opportunities - The American Heart Association

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 13:59:11 GMT

Are you an organization, business, or entrepreneur that is addressing health equity in the Twin Cities? If so, the American Heart Association is proud to launch two programs that will provide grant funds to you!

First, The EmPOWERED to Serve Business Accelerator provides financial grants and business training to women social entrepreneurs who are addressing health inequity for women in the Twin Cities. To learn more, click here.

Second, the Social Impact Fund will offer up to $1 million in funding for businesses and nonprofits that are working to sustainably address health disparities for residents in the Twin Cities. Please join the Town Hall on December 16 at 10AM to learn more about this grant.

Click here for more information on both grant programs.

Dec. 16 Latinos Rising: Building a Cohesive Culture for Health Equity in the United States

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:35:46 GMT

Latinos Rising: Building a Cohesive Culture for Health Equity in the United States

Wednesday, December 16 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET

U.S. Latinos are a dynamic and culturally diverse people, with a multi-faceted heritage and history that spans well beyond our borders. Already the largest racial/ethnic minority group in the United States, they also are expected to comprise nearly one-third of the nation's population in just a few more years. Yet, Latinos face a variety of health disparities, such as high rates of diabetes and obesity and disproportionate COVID-19 case and death rates, which stems from a variety of inequities in the social determinants of health.

Presenters in this webinar will examine the history and diversity of the Latino population in the United States. They will explore the widening socioeconomic gap and the mechanisms by which people discriminate, which contribute to the inequitable distribution of healthcare, resources, and mental and physical health disparities among Latinos. They will also share potential solutions and future directions in individual, collective, research, and other action to help achieve a cohesive culture focused on health equity, where everyone works individually and as a group to ensure each person has a fair and just opportunity for health and wealth.

With presentations by:

Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez, director of Salud America!, professor and chair of Population Health Sciences at UT Health San Antonio
Cliff Despres, BJ, communications director, Salud America!, UT Health San Antonio
Rosalie Aguilar, MPH, project coordinator, Salud America!, UT Health San Antonio

Moderated by Dr. Amelie Ramirez, director of Salud America!

Learn More & Register Here

Healthy Eating Research is a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation with direction and technical assistance provided by Duke University.

Centering Native Voices from Journal of Health Promotion Practice - Free access until Nov. 30

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 00:46:43 GMT

MPHA Members:

The Journal of Health Promotion Practice has 8 articles on Centering Native Voices with free access until Nov. 30th:

https://journals.sagepub.com/topic/collections-hpp/hpp-2-health_promotion_practice_native_american_indigenous/hpp

Centering Native Voices: Engagement, Knowledge, and Participation for Prevention from Indigenous Communities

Nov. 30 deadline: Funding Opportunities-Network of the National Library of Medicine, Greater Midwest Region

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 16:16:17 GMT

MPHA Members,

Fellow member Nora Barnett is available to review proposals or consult on ideas for these two funding opportunities!

The Network of the National Library of Medicine, Greater Midwest Region has two new funding opportunities, the Quick Response COVID-19 Health Information Outreach Award and the All of Us Awareness and Virtual Engagement Award. Both awards offer up to $49,999 each. Up to seven awards will be granted. More info is available at https://nnlm.gov/gmr/funding.

Please apply to and to share this information with anyone who might be interested in applying. Note that there is a November 30th deadline for applications.

If you have questions or would like to discuss proposal ideas, please contact Nora at nora-barnett@uiowa.edu.

Nora Barnett, MSLIS, AHIP

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Outreach Specialist

Network of the National Library of Medicine

Greater Midwest Region

Hardin Library for the Health Sciences, University of Iowa

Dec 2 Implicit Bias: Using Brain Science to Understand, Recognize and Counter It

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 14:28:34 GMT

Region V Public Health Training Center presents:

Implicit Bias: Using Brain Science to Understand, Recognize and Counter It

December 2, 11:00 am CST

Many of our communities and organizations are seeking to understand how stigma and discrimination interacts within our system and personal behaviors, and distorts individual and public health outcomes. This has created a focus on Implicit Bias and Diversity and Inclusion trainings, however the research shows us that spotting unconscious bias in your own mind, in the moment, is almost impossible. So how do we change our biases, and our behaviors? Join us to explore and challenge implicit bias by working with the architecture of the brain, not against it.

This webinar will support you and your teams to:
1. Understand the neuroscience behind cognitive bias and it’s impact on individuals and teams
2. Recognize where organizational missteps happen when attempting to roll out cognitive bias mitigation

3. Learn practical science-based approaches to hack your brain’s biased perceptions

Apply now to be a MN SOPHE student representative for 2021!

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 22:01:07 GMT

The Minnesota Society for Public Health Education (MN SOPHE) is looking for a Student Representative to fill the vacant role from January 1^st, 2021 – December 31^st, 2021. This role will provide experience for the student to volunteer in a leadership position to promote health education and health promotion in Minnesota. Please email Suzanne Driessen at driessen@umn.edu if you are interested in taking on this leadership position.

Download the flyer

The Student Representative Description:

A. Provide student perspective to chapter activities.

B. Serve as a resource to Minnesota’s public/community health students from all state public and private higher education institutions that offer a course of study in health education, promotion, community health or public health.

C. Serve as a resource and connection to SOPHE’s Student Representative Committee.

D. Develop (with Membership input) a strategic plan for chapter for upcoming year.

E. Engage in special projects or activities as requested by the Executive Committee and approved by the Board of Officers.

F. Serve as Chair of the Student Member Committee.

G. Student Representative must be a member of MNSOPHE or become a member at the time of their appointment.

“I have nothing but good things to say about this position. Prior to serving as the student representative, I had some experience with working with a board and planning events but nothing like the experience I gained from working with MN SOPHE. Throughout this position I had the opportunity to meet and work with many professionals within the public health field. I also gained skills I will definitely use in my future career. I learned networking, planning, communication, and leadership skills, just to mention a few. Everyone on the MN SOPHE board is more than willing to help you with anything you need. I got the opportunity to interview one of our board members for a class assignment, she even gave me some names of people who teach at a graduate school I might be interested in. The student representative position will give you great experience of what it might be like working in the public health field, networking opportunities, and it is definitely something that will stand out on your resume.”

-Madeline Anderson-Sarno, 2020 MN SOPHE Student Rep.

Nov. 18 The Future of the COVID-19 Response: The New Administration, Vaccines, and the Health Care System

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 20:26:03 GMT

UPCOMING WEBINAR

The Future of the COVID-19 Response: The New Administration, Vaccines, and the Health Care System

DATE AND TIME

Wednesday, November 18, 2020 12:00 - 1:00 PM CST

Today

Register

SPEAKERS

Michael Osterholm

University of Minnesota Center of Infectious Disease Research and Policy
Named to the Biden-Harris Transition COVID-19 Advisory Board

Hemi Tewarson

Duke-Margolis Center for Health Policy

Katherine Dallow

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

With a new administration and a highly successful vaccine in the making, panelists will discuss what we can expect in the next few months for health care. As COVID-19 outbreaks are rapidly rising across the country and experts warn of a winter that could be the most deadly phase. The pandemic has created rapid and unprecedented challenges to the United States’ health care system, as well as new opportunities for innovation and collaboration. Our expert panel of speakers will explore the path forward and solutions for where we are now. Speakers will discuss:

What’s next at the federal level COVID-19 response, including vaccine distribution, testing, and the economic response.
The COVID-19 response at the state level, including policy and plans for reducing transmission and for equitable vaccine distribution.
Plans for further vaccine development, distribution, and addressing vaccine hesitancy.
How health plans are planning for 2021 in terms of testing, vaccine distribution, and ensuring continuity of care for members.

Nov. 19 American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Research and Innovation Forum.

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 18:44:42 GMT

ACS CAN Minnesota 2020 Research and Innovation Forum

Thursday, November 19, 2020 - 11:00am to 12:30pm

MPHA members are invited to the November 19 annual American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Research and Innovation Forum. While the event is virtual and will look a little different, participants can expect thoughtful discussion around cancer care and research in Minnesota.

The event will explore how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted cancer care, screenings, and research. 87% of patients say the pandemic has affected their cancer care in some manner. What’s more, this pandemic has underscored the health inequities that exist in health care.

This is your chance to hear from leaders working to prevent cancer, advance research, and create a more equitable health care system in Minnesota. Confirmed program speakers include Commissioner Jan Malcolm, Minnesota Department of Health; Dr. Shaji Kumar, Mayo Clinic Cancer Center; Dr. Jeffrey Miller, Masonic Cancer Center; Ann Nyakundi, United Family Medicine; Tsega Tamene, Pillsbury United Communities; and Representatives Rena Moran and Lisa Demuth, Minnesota House of Representatives.

ACS CAN is the nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society, working to make cancer a priority for lawmakers and candidates at the federal, state, and local levels.

Cancer hasn’t stopped during a global pandemic. ACS CAN and partners are committed to making sure all Minnesotans have a fair and just opportunity to prevent, find, treat, and survive cancer.

Learn more and RSVP www.fightcancer.org/mnforum

Dec. 4 "Abolition and the Money Bail System" presented by Hamline Center for Justice & Law

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 18:33:06 GMT

Friday, December 4

11:00 am - 2:30 pm

Click here for tickets

The Center for Justice and Law presents our half day conference Abolition and the Money Bail System featuring nationally renowned activist and scholar, Mariame Kaba, on Friday, December 4th 11:00am-2:30pm.

Join us for an in-depth conversation on the money bail system and its impact featuring prominent scholars, activists, practitioners, and justice-impacted community members.

The following CE credits will be available:

Continuing Legal Education (pending)
Minnesota Board of Social Work (pending)

Panelists:

John Choi, Ramsey County Attorney
Sarah Walker, Vice President of Voting Rights Lab
Elizer Darris, ACLU Minnesota Organizer
Leslie Redmond, President of the Minneapolis NAACP
Octavia Smith, President Emeritus, Minnesota Freedom Fund
Jared Mollenkof, Public Defender for Hennepin County
David Sparks, Justice-Impacted Community Member

Minnesota CHW Alliance Registry Launched! Webinar on Nov. 12

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 14:23:27 GMT

Minnesota CHW Alliance Registry Launching Monday, November 9th, 2020!

It's with great pleasure that the Minnesota Community Health Worker Alliance announces the launch of the MN CHW Registry. The Registry went live on Monday November 9, 2020. All CHWs, CHW supervisors, employers, and stakeholders are invited to discover the benefits of being a part of a statewide CHW Registry. The platform offers CHWs and employers alike a place to connect, foster relationships, and have access to technical support, professional development, training and employment opportunities. Don’t wait, the first 75 CHWs that register will receive $10 off registration fee! Please use coupon code: newregistr

Where can I find more information
- Head to the Alliance website, there is a FAQs page located under the Minnesota CHW Registry tab

-View a registry, how-to register video located under the same tab

-Attend a Q&A session on the CHW Registry in early November; to join a session please register on our Eventbrite page: MN CHW Registry Q&A.

Please direct questions to: mnchwallianceregistry@gmail.com

A representative from the Alliance will be hosting a Q&A session on the CHW Registry this Thursday, November 12 from 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM CST. To join this session, please register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../mn-chw-registry-qas...

Nov. 20 COVID-19: Stress and Using Systems Theory to Evaluate Public Health Response to a Viral Pandemic

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 14:19:06 GMT

MPHA Members,

Hope you can check out our Leadership Co-Chair, Ann Zukoski's upcoming webinar!

You are invited!

COVID-19: Stress and Using Systems Theory to Evaluate Public Health Response to a Viral Pandemic

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM on 20 Nov 2020
Webinar

REGISTER NOW

COVID-19: Stress and Using Systems Theory to Evaluate Public Health Response to a Viral Pandemic

In December 2019, COVID-19 appeared and spread rapidly impacting countries worldwide. In January 2020, the US public health system initiated its response to address the virus spread and impact – a focus on flattening the curve. Working with limited resources and facing uncertainty, state, local and tribal public health partners initiated localized response to protect communities. This presentation shines light on how systems theory informed one state’s public health agency’s response. Presenters will share how the context of COVID-19 and related stress impacts staff and the role evaluators can play to support strong decision-making. The presentation will focus on how adaptive action, a deceptively simplistic approach, can be used as an evaluation method during uncertain times. Join us to discuss how systems theory can help us understand patterns and frame a response for communities in Minnesota.

Ann Zukoski, DrPH, MPH, conducts research and evaluation of community-based and public health initiatives. She has a strong interest in using systems thinking and use of participatory evaluation to assess systems and policy change. She leads the Evaluation and Research Team at the Office of Statewide Health Improvement Initiatives at the Minnesota Department of Health. She is a co-author with David Fetterman and Lilliana Rodriquez-Campos of the book, Collaborative, Participatory and Empowerment Evaluation- Stakeholder Involvement Approaches.

Liana R.N. Schreiber, MPH, RDN is a Research Scientist at the Minnesota Department of Health. In this role, she helps collect and analyze the collection of statewide data around policy, systems, and environmental changes to create healthier communities, provides support to local public health agencies to develop evaluations, and co-leads the evaluation of food service guidelines projects for CDC grants.

This event will help develop the following evaluator competencies: reflecting on evaluation formally or informally to improve practice (Professional Practice 1.5), attending to systems issues within the context (Context 3.4), promoting evaluation use and influence in context (Context 3.8), and attending to the ways power and privilege affect evaluation practice (Interpersonal skills 5.5).

Dec. 4: Abolition and the Money Bail System

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 19:04:58 GMT

Friday, December 4th from 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM

Abolition and the Money Bail System

Join us for an in-depth conversation on the money bail system and its impact featuring prominent scholars, activists, practitioners, and justice-impacted community members. Register here!

The following CE credits will be available:

Continuing Legal Education (pending)
Minnesota Board of Social Work (pending)

Panelists:

John Choi, Ramsey County Attorney
Sarah Walker, Vice President of Voting Rights Lab
Elizer Darris, ACLU Minnesota Organizer
Leslie Redmond, President of the Minneapolis NAACP
Octavia Smith, President Emeritus, Minnesota Freedom Fund
Jared Mollenkof, Public Defender for Hennepin County
David Sparks, Justice-Impacted Community Member

Nov. 10 SHADAC Webinar - Overdose Crisis in Transition: Changing Trends in a Widening Drug Death Epidemic

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 16:36:17 GMT

Upcoming Webinar Reminder

Overdose Crisis in Transition:
Changing Trends in a Widening Drug Death Epidemic

Join SHADAC on Tuesday, November 10th at 1:00 PM Central / 2:00 PM Eastern for a webinar discussing the latest data and analysis regarding the U.S. opioid crisis.

For nearly two decades, the United States has experienced a growing epidemic of drug overdose deaths. But even by standards of the rapidly evolving opioid crisis, mortality data from 2018 illustrate a stark transformation: While the U.S. recorded rare declines in death rates from prescription opioids and heroin, overdose deaths from synthetic opioids continued their rise. The year also highlighted the dramatic ascent of emerging substances in the changing crisis, as overdose death rates from cocaine and psychostimulants (e.g., methamphetamine) reached record highs and outpaced overdose deaths from prescription opioids.

Focusing on these recent developments in the opioid crisis, an upcoming SHADAC webinar will
concentrate on analyzing and discussing changes in overdose deaths in more recent years, especially in 2018. Using the latest available data, Senior Research Fellow Colin Planalp will detail changing trends—both in terms of substances and subpopulations of concerns—across the nation and among the states.

Mr. Planalp will also be joined by SHADAC Research Fellow Robert Hest, who will explain how to access and use the data on opioid-related overdose deaths through SHADAC’s State Health Compare website.

Event Resources
The Opioid Epidemic (SHADAC Resource Page)

Overdose Crisis in Transition: Changing National and State Trends in a Widening Drug Death Epidemic (Briefs)

50-State Analysis of Drug Overdose Trends: The Evolving Opioid Crisis Across the States (Infographics)

After drop in 2018, newer data indicate a resurgence in drug overdose deaths

Nov. 9 Amy Haddad Policy Lecture sponsored by UMN Maternal & Child Health Interest Group

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 15:22:18 GMT

MPHA Friends,

The UMN SPH Maternal & Child Health Interest Group on Monday, November 9th at 10:10 AM CST is sponsoring a speaker lecture by Amy Haddad, Director of Public Policy and Government Affairs for the Association of MCH Professionals (AMCHP). Her talk is titled "Advancing Maternal and Child Health Through Legislation and Policy". We hope to see you there on Zoom!

Amy Haddad leads AMCHP in advocacy for Title V appropriations; she promotes AMCHP's policy priorities, represents AMCHP in various policy coalitions, and supports the Legislative and Health Care Finance Committee. Prior to assuming her current position, she served as the Associate Director of Government Affairs for more than three years. Before joining AMCHP, Ms. Haddad served as the director of public policy for Children's Cause for Cancer Advocacy and brings over seven years of Capitol Hill experience, including six years as legislative assistant to Rep. Lois Capps (D-CA). In addition, she spent over two years living in Tel Aviv as the country director of a small nonprofit organization.

Zoom Information:

https://umn.zoom.us/j/95143256377?pwd=bis3ZlFyc29xTU9sSHNIU01Ud0Nzdz09
Passcode: ZmKm03

Or Join by Telephone: +1 651 372 8299
Webinar ID: 951 4325 6377
Passcode: 147062

Please click on the above date & time to add the Zoom link to your Google calendar and, as always, don't hesitate to reach out to sphmchig@gmail.com if you have any questions or accessibility concerns!

Oct. 30: Community Health, Research, and Trauma: Scholarly Perspectives from Young Black Scholars

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 18:56:50 GMT

Friday, October 30th from 12-2:30pm.

Community Health, Research, and Trauma: Scholarly Perspectives from Young Black Scholars - virtual panel presented by Hamline University

This panel will feature scholars who research at the intersection of trauma and community-based research. We will consider questions such as: how can data collection practices be harmful? How does this connect with experiences of generational trauma, grief, and exploitation of the most impacted communities? This will be an open panel discussion with an opportunity for thoughtful cross-sector conversations on best practices needed moving forward. Register for the event here.

The following CE credits will be available:

MN Board of Psychology
MN Board of Behavioral Health (LPC & LPCCs)
MN Board of Social Work (pending)

Look out for our upcoming events (CE/CLEs will be available):

October-November: Weekly CJL Spotlight on the 2020 Election
Friday, December 6th: Money Bail System & Public Health: Roots, Consequences, Pathways Forward

Sun. Oct 25 7pm - Facing Race Awards on TPT

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 19:37:16 GMT

The Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation presents the 14th Annual Facing Race Awards, first airing Sunday, Oct. 25, 7 pm.

The Facing Race Awards offer an annual recognition of anti-racism activists and organizations in Minnesota. They are a way to honor those in our community who challenge absent and harmful narratives on race, build solutions that unite, instead of divide, and push for justice and equity. Through these Awards, we celebrate and learn from those leading the way forward.

Nov. 12-13 Hindsight 2020 Conference: Our Health, Our Future

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 18:15:39 GMT

Hindsight 2020: Our Health, Our Future

A conference on Urban Planning through the Equity Lens

COVID-19 has amplified our nation’s structural inequities as evident in racial disparities in deaths, access to care, income distribution, and police brutality against Black lives. This year's Hindsight Conference calls on planners and policy makers to center racial justice in our understanding of health and the environment. Join us and take action towards centering the Black and Brown existence in health, joy, creativity, and healing.

The two day, virtual event from November 12-13, 2020 will focus on diversity and social equity not solely as a topic at a conference, but as a lens through which all planning and community development should be implemented.

Learn more & register at: https://www.hindsightcon.com/

Oct. 26: UMN's Charting the Path to Health Equity: A 20/20 Review of the Political Determinants of Health

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 14:55:49 GMT

QUIE AND PETERSON GLOBAL HEALTH LECTURE

Charting the Path to Health Equity:
A 20/20 Review of the Political Determinants of Health

In our collective effort to achieve health equity, both in the US and around the globe, contributing factors beyond access to healthcare providers can often have a larger influence on the health of a community.

In this year’s Quie and Peterson Global Health Lecture, our featured speakers will highlight the ways in which political determinants of health have a far greater impact on our ability to achieve health equity than we may realize, and how the long lasting impact of decisions made by our political leaders can influence the health of generations to come.

All are welcome to join us on October 26, 2020 from 11:30–1:00pm ct to learn more about the political determinants of health in advance of the 2020 U.S. elections.

Our annual Quie & Peterson Global Health Lecture honors the work of Dr. Paul G. Quie and Dr. Phillip K. Peterson, striving to continue their legacy of global health leadership and to inspire the next generation of global health leaders.

MEET THE SPEAKERS

Ilona Kickbusch, Ph.D.

Professor Ilona Kickbusch has had a distinguished career with the World Health Organization and was the director of the Global Health Division at Yale University School of Public Health and responsible for the first major Fulbright Program on global health.

MEET THE SPEAKERS

Daniel Dawes, J.D.

Attorney Daniel E. Dawes is a nationally recognized leader in the health equity movement and has led numerous efforts to address health policy issues impacting vulnerable, underserved, and marginalized populations.

MEET THE SPEAKERS

Laura Bloomberg, Ph.D.

Dr. Laura Bloomberg is professor and dean of the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. Her academic research focuses on community-based leadership, program evaluation, and elementary/secondary educational policy.

Quie & Peterson Global Health Lecture

Monday, October 26, 2020
11:30–1:00 pm ct

This event is free, open to the public, and available online.

Reserve your spot at the virtual Quie & Peterson Global Health Lecture.

Unable to attend the first session of our Mini Medical School: A Focus on Global Health? Don't worry!
You can still register and you'll get the recording of the first session along with access to the next two live panels. Our next session covers how global health is local health by connecting global health to the health of Minnesota.

Register for Mini Medical School: A Focus on Global Health.

Contact the Center

University of Minnesota Center for Global Health and Social Responsibility

Mayo Memorial Building C311, Mail Code MMC329

420 Delaware St. S.E.

Minneapolis, MN 55455

Register for Nov. 19 ACS CAN Minnesota 2020 Research and Innovation Forum

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 18:31:03 GMT

ACS CAN Minnesota 2020 Research and Innovation Forum

November 19, 2020 11:00am – 12:30pm

Virtual

Register at: https://www.fightcancer.org/events/acs-can-minnesota-2020-research-and-innovation-forum

Download event flyer

The ACS CAN Minnesota Research and Innovation Forum is a premiere event that brings together leaders from the business, education, medical, government and research communities to advance the work of ACS CAN. The event not only unites those in Minnesota who are fighting to end cancer, it serves to support ACS CAN and its work.

The November 19 event will discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted cancer care and research. Nearly one in four cancer patients say the pandemic has made it more difficult to get needed care. COVID- 19 has also impacted cancer prevention, research, and clinical trial participation. What’s more, this pandemic has underscored the health inequities that already exist in health care. Experts from all cancer care perspectives will discuss how COVID-19 has impacted cancer patients and researchers and what must be done to ensure all Minnesotans are accessing the cancer prevention and care they need.

Confirmed speakers include:

• • Shaji Kumar, M.D., Professor of Medicine, Consultant, Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic

• • Jeffrey Miller, M.D., Deputy Director, Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota, Professor of Medicine, Division of Hematology, Oncology, and Transplantation

• • Ann Nyakundi, MHA, CEO of United Family Medicine

Key Highlights:

Screening.

Screening increases the chances of detecting certain cancers early, when they are most likely to be curable. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has meant delays in preventative cancer screenings. What is being done to address the delays due to COVID-19 and how can we remove screening barriers across all Minnesota communities?

Research.

Advancements in medical research have unleashed new and improved therapies that are revolutionizing cancer care. How has COVID-19 impacted the research being done by Minnesota companies and institutions? What is being done to make sure the communities disproportionally impacted by cancer and COVID-19 can access research and clinical trials? What’s needed to make sure COVID-19 doesn’t permanently set back research and cancer care?

Community Driven Solutions.

Racism is a public health crisis. Many in Minnesota have been doing meaningful work to tackle structural racism in health care, reduce cancer disparities, and advance health equity. What factors have made COVID-19 impact communities of color more than other communities? How can cancer prevention and care advance anti-racist work and support communities of color during the global pandemic?

NIHCM Oct. 19: COVID-19 and Mental Health in the Workplace: Solutions for Employers and Employees

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 16:01:26 GMT

WEBINAR

COVID-19 and Mental Health in the Workplace: Solutions for Employers and Employees

Date and Time

October 19, 2020
1:00 - 2:00 PM ET

Featuring

Kathleen Pike
Columbia University

Brad Lerner
Anthem

Yolo Akili Robinson
BEAM

The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic recession have negatively affected the mental health of many Americans. The number of adults reporting that stress of the pandemic impacted their mental health increased from one third in March to over half of adults in July. The mental health consequences of the pandemic are widespread and impact everyone from frontline and essential workers, to those working from home. The pandemic has also highlighted unequal access to behavioral health care. While their rates of behavioral health disorders are similar to the general population, Black and Latino people experience greater barriers in accessing mental health treatment.

This webinar will bring together experts to discuss the opportunities and challenges that the pandemic poses for mental health and workplace well-being. Speakers will discuss:

The trend of declining mental health in America before and during the COVID-19 pandemic and what needs to be done to ward off a mental health crisis in the future
What a large employer and health plan is doing to prioritize mental health among its employees and members
How a community-focused organization is improving mental health and mental health awareness in the Black community

A draft agenda is available on our website.

Oct. 15 "Vaccinate the Heartland Celebration"

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 19:30:16 GMT

Vaccinate the Heartland Celebration

Description:

Join us on Thursday, October 15, 2020, at 7 pm Central Time to hear amazing speakers, including Chelsea Clinton, Senator Chuck Grassley, and Charlie Berens, music video contest winners, and some virtual vaccine hotdish.

That evening, check the hashtag #VaxTheHeartland on Instagram and Twitter for great ways to connect with others in the event and to show your Midwestern, pro-vaccine pride.

Speakers:
• Chelsea Clinton, vice chair of the Clinton Foundation, professor at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health, and New York Times bestselling author of several books.
• Senator Chuck Grassley, the president pro tempore of the United States Senate, and the senior United States senator from Iowa. He is in his seventh term in the Senate, having first been elected in 1980.
• Dr. Nathan Boonstra, general pediatrician at Blank Children's Hospital and co-host of the Vax Talk podcast
• Charlie Berens, comedian, journalist, and host of the Manitowoc Minute.
• And many more!

Time:

Oct 15, 2020 07:00 PM in Central Time (US and Canada)

Global Health Day 2020 at the University of Minnesota - All events online, free, & open to public

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 16:57:58 GMT

View this message on the web.

GLOBAL HEALTH EVENT

Global Health Day 2020

Join us during the University of Minnesota Center for Global Health and Social Responsibility’s annual Global Health Day event to celebrate and discover more about global health research, education, and outreach efforts at the University of Minnesota.

This year, we are celebrating Global Health Day in an online format to engage with global health champions around the university system. All of the events are free, open to the public, and available online.

The Future of Global Health Research Training Panel

9:00–10:30am CT, October 3, 2020
Interest in experiences and training in global health has increased substantially in the last few decades among health sciences students around the world. In response, institutions have launched multiple efforts across regions and partners to re-envision and revitalize the nature and scope of Global Health Research Training programs. Getting strong institutional commitment, and support from institutional leadership along with an engaged local partner are both integral to the success and sustainability of these programs. However, concerns keep arising regarding how best to structure and implement these programs with particular attention being drawn to unintended consequences and ethical concerns that these efforts bring.

During our Global Health Day panel, David Meya, MD and Claudia Munoz Zanzi, DVM, PhD will discuss questions on what lessons have been learned by University of Minnesota teams involved in moving forward this kind of endeavor and how these programs should be adapted to prepare the new generation of Global Health practitioners for the post-COVID era.

Learn more about the Global Health Day panel.

Global Health Pathways Interview Series

September 21, 22, 23, 28, 30 & October 2, 2020
We are presenting a series of interviews with Global Health Practitioners around the world to inspire students across disciplines to engage in global health efforts in their future professional pathways.

Featured Inverviews:

Diego García-Huidobro, Medical School, Santiago de Chile
September 21, 2020 - 9:00am ct

Walter James, Aid Worker
September 22, 2020 - 3:00pm ct

Darlisha Williams, Division of Infectious Diseases, University of Minnesota
September 23, 2020 - 10:00am ct

Karthik Natarajan, Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota
September 28, 2020 - 3:00pm ct

Peter Larsen, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota
September 30, 2020 - 3:00pm ct

Kaylee M Errecaborde, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota; Tripartite Initiative, World Health Organization
October 2, 2020 - 3:00pm ct

Learn more about the Global Health Day interview series.

Global Health Poster Showcase

September 28–October 2, 2020
Learn more about global health efforts at the University of Minnesota by exploring the Global Health Poster Showcase from September 28 to October 2, 2020 during the week leading up to Global Health Day. During the showcase, we encourage you to ask questions and share feedback on the posters. You can also vote for your top 3 favorite posters in the showcase. Your votes will go toward the Audience Favorite Award presented along with the Outstanding Poster Awards on Saturday, October 3, 2020.

Learn more about the Global Health Day poster showcase.

Sept. 23 Webinar Systemic Racism, Disparities and Health: The Impact of COVID-19 on Latino Health

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 18:45:20 GMT

WEBINAR

Systemic Racism, Disparities and Health: The Impact of COVID-19 on Latino Health

Date and Time

September 23, 2020
1:00 - 2:00 PM ET

Featuring

Lisa Cacari Stone
University of New Mexico

Jane Delgado
National Alliance for Hispanic Health

Juan Chaluja
Florida Blue

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the synergistic effects of systemic racism, combined with other factors, on the health of Latinos in the United States. Long-standing and ongoing social and economic inequities–including health literacy barriers, disproportionate employment as essential workers and limited access to employment and insurance benefits–leave Latinos at increased risk of contracting COVID-19 and having more severe cases of the disease. Latinos account for a disproportionate number of cases, are over 4 times as likely to be hospitalized than White Americans, and their share of COVID-19 related deaths is increasing.

This webinar will highlight effective strategies to address the negative impact that systemic racism, the challenges of immigration, language barriers and other factors have on the health and well-being of Latinos. Experts will share actionable, solutions-based approaches that can make a difference at the state and community level, including:

An overview of the health equity challenges and disparities impacting immigrant, border and Latino communities in the U.S. and increasing their risk of COVID-19
Grassroots and community efforts and effective methods of supporting uninsured Latino populations, including challenges around mental health and access to care
A health plan partnership to improve care delivery and their commitment to addressing health access and literacy among Florida’s Latino communities through community workers and outreach

A draft agenda is available on our website.

Check out the first webinar in this series, Systemic Racism and Health: Solutions, Making Change Happen, and the accompanying infographic.

1225 19th St. NW, Suite 710, Washington, DC 20036

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Public Comment Opening Soon for Equitable Allocation of COVID-19 Vaccines

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 16:36:56 GMT

Equitable Allocation of COVID-19 Vaccines

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine will soon announce a public comment period for a forthcoming study on Equitable Allocation of Vaccines Against COVID-19. The study is sponsored by NIH and CDC and will recommend criteria to help policymakers set priorities for the allocation of a limited initial supply of COVID-19 vaccine, when available. Public input, especially from groups highly impacted by COVID-19, is essential to inform this study. For more information, visit the study webpage and sign up for the COVID-19 & Infectious Diseases listserve to be notified when the public comment period opens.

BCBS Podcast: Structural Racism is a Public Health Crisis

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 19:30:01 GMT

Structural Racism is a Public Health Crisis

New podcast episode

The topic of the 15th episode of The State We're In podcast is "Structural Racism is a Public Health Crisis.” Whether at the hands of police or because of pervasive inequities built into the fabric of our society, Black and Brown people are dying at disproportionately high rates compared to white people.

Systemic and structural racism in housing, health care, employment, and healthy food access is resulting in Latinos and Blacks being three times as likely to be infected with COVID-19 as their white counterparts are and twice as likely to die of the virus as white people.

This episode features three community leaders on why naming structural racism as a public health crisis is crucial and what comes after the acknowledgement.
Listen to the podcast on the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Center for Prevention website.

New report: Cultivating a Health Equity Ecosystem: Lessons Learned from the Eliminating Health Disparities Initiative

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 17:28:56 GMT

New report from MDH Center for Health Equity:

Cultivating a Health Equity Ecosystem: Lessons Learned from the Eliminating Health Disparities Initiative

Next year will be the 20^th anniversary of the Eliminating Health Disparities Initiative (EHDI). For the past year, we’ve been working with a group of previous and current EHDI grantees to develop a report to capture the lessons we have learned over the past two decades on what it takes to advance health equity in communities of color and American Indians. On Monday, we released that report to the public on our website: Cultivating a Health Equity Ecosystem: Lessons Learned from the Eliminating Health Disparities Initiative.

Since we wrote the report, a lot has changed in the past few months. We witnessed COVID-19 ravage our communities and lay bare the systemic inequities that perpetuate health disparities. The world watched as George Floyd was murdered in our backyard and our cities burned. We are trying to process our pain and grief in the midst of the pandemic. Yet we have also seen our communities mobilize to support one another, push for justice, and rebuild. Given all of this, we at the center have struggled with how and when to release this report. However, in reviewing the takeaways from the report, we realized the lessons we have learned from our community partners are relevant now more than ever.

We are deeply grateful for the leadership of our grantees over the past two decades; they have paved the way to ensure our communities have the resources, access and services needed to create their healthiest futures. Grantees have also had profound impact on systems change at multiple levels. The state’s investment in EHDI has resulted in outcomes that cannot be quantified in metrics alone. We also recognize EHDI is one element within a complex ecosystem that requires many entities working together in order to truly achieve health and racial equity in Minnesota.

We are pleased to share this report: “Cultivating a Health Equity Ecosystem: Lessons Learned from the Eliminating Health Disparities Initiative.” If we have learned anything from the last few months, it is that we will not see an end to structural inequities unless systems and institutions recognize their role in perpetuating inequities, share power and collaborate across sectors, and move to invest significantly more in community-driven solutions. Please join us in spreading this report widely.

We also invite you to join a webinar on Wednesday, September 16 from 1-2 pm to walk through the report and the lessons learned. Please register for the webinar on the Cultivating a Health Equity Ecosystem report webpage.

A huge thank you to our EHDI grantees past and present and the many staff and partners who worked tirelessly to put this report together.

Advocate for National Low Income Housing Coalition

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 01:03:46 GMT

Advocate for National Low Income Housing Coalition - opportunities described below

We Are Making Progress – Don’t Let Up!

Thanks to your advocacy, we are continuing to gain ground in building support for essential housing and homelessness resources and protections as negotiations for the next coronavirus relief package move forward. The White House has put rental assistance on the table for negotiations and has called for an executive order on eviction moratoriums, although both offers are inadequate to address the urgent need. More than a dozen Republican lawmakers have weighed in with their leadership in support of measures to prevent evictions and homelessness. Democratic leadership continues to hold firm on NLIHC’s top priorities to address the health and housing needs of the lowest-income renters and people experiencing homelessness.

The stakes could not be higher, and now is a key moment for advocates. Together, we can make a real difference. Keep calling on your members of Congress to ensure robust resources and protections for the lowest-income renters and people experiencing homelessness remain a priority in negotiations.

Even if you have already reached out – do so again today!

Take Action

Contact your senators and representatives again today: Demand that Congress pass the essential housing provisions of the HEROES Act. Find the phone numbers of your members of Congress here or send an email!
Use NLIHC’s Advocacy Toolkit to urge Congress to take immediate action to ensure housing stability.
Call out the need for #RentReliefNow on social media, using our sample social media posts and images. Tag your member of Congress and demand action!
Publish op-eds and letters to the editor in your local papers using NLIHC’s media toolkit here.

Background

Thanks to your advocacy, lawmakers are increasingly feeling the pressure to act to ensure housing stability during the coronavirus pandemic and address the needs of people experiencing homelessness.

It is unclear when a deal will be reached, but so far, all of NLIHC’s top priorities are on the table: a national, uniform moratorium on all evictions for nonpayment of rent; $100 billion in emergency rental assistance through the “Emergency Rental Assistance and Rental Market Stabilization Act;” $11.5 billion to help address the health and housing needs of people experiencing homelessness; and at least $13 billion in additional resources to ensure housing stability.

It is critical that advocates do not let up the pressure until a final deal is reached. “The stakes could not be higher during this public health crisis,” NLIHC President and CEO Diane Yentel warned in a press statement. “Ensuring that everyone is stably housed during and after the COVID-19 pandemic is not only a moral imperative – it is a public health necessity.”

Contact your members of Congress now!

Thank you for your crucial advocacy!

Free online course: Communicating about public health policies

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 18:13:19 GMT

Resource for communicating about public health policies

Free online course

Northwest Center for Public Health Practice (NWCPHP) announces the release of a new resource to help public health professionals create concise, well-informed arguments that communicate the importance of policy issues and options to elected officials and other decision-makers for improving health.

The free self-paced course, Policy Briefs: From Concept to Action is a step-by-step guide for helping you organize your thinking, strategize and communicate about action items, and propose changes in policies that affect your community.

Visit the NWCPHP website to learn more and register.

10/22 (virtual): What the Health? Understanding Disease, Diversity and Disparities MN SOPHE

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 13:09:13 GMT

MN SOPHE SUMMIT OCTOBER 12

What the Health? Understanding Disease, Diversity and Disparities

Our annual summit gathers 100+ health education specialists, health communicators, K-12 health teachers, behavioral scientists, health professionals, university faculty and students from around the state to exchange information and create a healthier Minnesota through effective public health education practice. This year’s theme is, What the Health? Understanding Disease, Diversity and Disparities. Our speakers will share their expertise in disease, diversity and disparity-related topics related to health theories, evaluation and research tools, show project examples and share applicable ideas for health communicators, educators, professionals and advocates to utilize in their programming and project efforts.

Audience: Those who are interested in improving the health of Minnesota communities are welcome to attend.

More information

MN SOPHE (sopheminn@gmail.com)

Aug. 21 NIHCM Environmental Health: Air Pollution, COVID-19 & Health Disparities webinar

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 18:13:01 GMT

Air pollution exposure linked to high COVID-19 mortality

WEBINAR

Environmental Health: Air Pollution, COVID-19 & Health Disparities

Date and Time

August 21, 2020
12:00 - 1:00 PM ET

Featuring

Charles Lee
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Jeremy Hoffman
Science Museum of Virginia

Josie Williams
Greensboro Housing Coalition, Inc.

Valerie Stewart
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation

Clear skies over many of the world’s largest cities became a visible mark of the COVID-19 pandemic as stay at home orders initially went into place. This has been a stark contrast when considering outdoor air pollution was killing around 4.2 million people worldwide each year. Researchers in the US have suggested air pollution has significantly worsened the COVID-19 pandemic and potentially led to more deaths than if pollution-free skies were the norm. This webinar will explore how different neighborhoods in the same city can have vastly different air quality and what that means for their residents’ short- and long-term health outcomes.

Speakers will discuss:

What contributes to air pollution and how environmental injustice has been highlighted during COVID-19
How neighborhoods experiencing environmental injustice face poorer air quality and extreme heat while also bearing the brunt of this pandemic
What one health plan foundation is doing to improve air quality and combat asthma in the communities they serve

A draft agenda is available on our website.

Check out our latest infographic on Air Pollution and Environmental Justice!

Reproductive and racial justice - free training by SIsterSong Aug. 10-14

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 11:52:12 GMT

RSVP HERE

Join SisterSong for a week long summer institute that is sure to activate and mobilize attendees in the fight for our collective liberation.

About this Event

Join SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective for The Reproductive Justice Primer: A Summer Institute to learn from some of the leading organizers, thinkers and movement-builders about the origins of the Reproductive Justice framework, how to disrupt white supremacy in support of Reproductive Justice and the intersections of faith, religion and Reproductive Justice.

In 1994 twelve Black women coined the term, Reproductive Justice, and created the framework by which people of color could fight for their human rights, particularly the right to have a child, the right to not have a child, the right to raise children in safe environments, and the right to bodily autonomy and to live free of all oppression. More than 25 years later, amidst a global health pandemic, economic instability and social uprisings, the Reproductive Justice movement can provide the analysis, tools and models to build power and transform our communities that center the needs and wellbeing of communities of color.

Launched in 2016, the “Collective Voices” webinar series focuses on education and mobilization at the intersection of reproductive justice and other movements and issues. This project builds off SisterSong’s “Collective Voices” newsletter and political education sessions. The goal is to bring together groundbreaking and innovative leaders to share lessons and discuss ways that we can make a difference in advancing reproductive justice.

Schedule for the Week of August 10 – 14, 2020

The institute will be virtual from 3:00 pm EST - 5:00 pm EST daily.

○ Day 1: An Introduction to Reproductive Justice

A conversation about the origins of Reproductive Justice the Framework and the Movement.

Christian Adams, Membership & Development Coordinator/Lead Trainer at SisterSong

Loretta Ross, Founding Mother of Reproductive Justice

○ Day 2: Building an Intergenerational Movement

Education for folks across social justice movements that will strengthen leadership for building intergenerational synergy.

Monica Simpson, Executive Director of SisterSong

Luz Marina Rodriguez, Founder and Principal consultant of Visionary Allies

La’Tasha D. Mayes, President & CEO of New Voices for Reproductive Justice

Jennifer Wang, Deputy Director of Programs at NAPAWF

Armonte Butler, LGBTQ Health & Rights Program Manager at Advocates for Youth

○ Day 3: Practices for Disrupting White Supremacy Culture

Tools and strategies for starting conversations, to disrupt the ways white supremacy shows up in your community.

Christian Adams, Membership & Development Coordinator/Lead Trainer at SisterSong

Rev. Lyndsey Godwin,

○ Day 4: Strategies for Southern State Based Organizing

Tools and strategies for organizing in the south and the potential for policy change

LaKia Williams, Activist Service Corp Intern at SisterSong

Danielle Rodriguez, Georgia State Coordinator at SisterSong

Maya Hart, North Carolina State Coordinator at SisterSong

Chanelle Helm, Kentucky State Consultant at SisterSong

○ Day 5: A Black Womanist Theological Perspective on Reproductive Justice

A conversation with Black Womanist and Liberation Theologians

Rev. Kenyetta Chinwe, Amplify Project Coordinator at SisterSong

Dr. Toni M. Bond, Board Chair of Interfaith Voices for Reproductive Justice

*If you miss this event no worries. Members will have access to session recordings. So if you are not a member please head over to our website at www.sistersong.net and become a member today.

Registration open for the Breast Cancer Education Association’s 19th Annual Education Conference on October 3

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 21:40:12 GMT

BREAST CANCER EDUCATION ASSOCIATION

19^TH ANNUAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE

Registration is now open for the Breast Cancer Education Association’s 19th Annual Education Conference on October 3 ^rd. This is the ONLY conference of its kind in the Twin Cities, featuring renowned experts bringing you the latest in breast cancer research, treatment and care. To register or learn more, please visit breastcancereducation.org.

Because of global health concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s conference will be a virtual event. In addition to live presentations, registered attendees will have access to all recorded sessions to view any session missed. This information will be provided to all registered attendees via email after the event.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Over 250 people interested in the fight against breast cancer attend the conference each year. This includes survivors and their families, caregivers and health care professionals. CEU credits are offered for health care professionals and teachers, and a limited number of scholarships are available.

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Heather Thompson Buum, MD – Coping with Cancer as a Physician

As a primary care physician diagnosed with breast cancer in her mid-forties, Dr. Thompson Buum discusses how a doctor, as both an informed medical professional and a human being, copes with a cancer diagnosis. She will share insights on coping with the emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis and improving doctor patient communication.

June LaValleur, MD – What Happened? I Just Want Sex to Be Like It Used to Be (Part 2)

Dr. LaValleur will discuss hormonal changes after diagnosis and treatment, as well as some physical and psychological changes to relationships that may occur with a diagnosis like cancer.

Andrew Mayo, MD – The River of life. A Personal Story

Dr. Mayo, medical director of St. Croix Hospice, will share his professional journey to hospice care and his personal experience of losing his wife to cancer. He will discuss the importance of each person’s “story” in health care, as well as the concept of mindfulness and the dichotomy of love and grief.

Maureen Farley, E-RYT 200, YACEP – Yoga and Ancient Practices in Integrative Medicine for Cancer Patients and Survivors

Maureen discusses ancient and highly accessible techniques to promote wellness, balance and wholeness for those whose life journey includes cancer.

Kelly Grosklags, LICSW, BCD – Moving Forward with Hope and Healing

Kelly will close our conference with her unique perspective on conference lessons learned and offer direction on how to move forward and navigate a healthy well-balanced life, regardless of life’s challenges.

This Conference is designed to empower survivors and caregivers with knowledge and resources to help them live with, through and beyond cancer. It’s an inspiring and educational event where you can learn from respected leaders in the field, find practical tools and resources and connect with others who are also dealing with the challenges of breast cancer.

Nominate a MN SOPHE Member for "Professional of the Year" award by Sept 1!

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 21:08:15 GMT

Do you know a MN Society of Public Health Educator (MNSOPHE) member who demonstrates leadership as a public health educator, shows real Impact on the health of the “community” they serve (city, town, business, school), along with creativity and commitment to our discipline?

Please nominate them for our new "Professional of the Year" award by September 1, 2020. You do NOT need to be a MNSOPHE member to submit a nomination. See the attached form!

Sept 2020 MNSOPHE Professional of Year.docx

Aug. 11 NIHCM Webinar - Systemic Racism & Health: Solutions, Making Change Happen

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 20:56:46 GMT

Reducing the impact of racism on health in Black communities

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WEBINAR

Systemic Racism & Health: Solutions, Making Change Happen

Date and Time

August 11, 2020
1:00 - 2:00 PM ET

Featuring

Camara Phyllis Jones
Emory University; Morehouse School of Medicine

Derek Robinson
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

Tiffany Netters
504 HealthNet

The COVID-19 pandemic has placed a spotlight on the impact of systemic racism on the health of Black Americans. Long-standing social and economic inequities have contributed to multiple social determinants of health that increase the risk of getting or dying from COVID-19. In the United States, Black Americans are dying at 2.5 times the rate of white Americans, while facing barriers to testing, treatment, and options for prevention and self-protection. This webinar will discuss how systemic racism harms health, and how solutions-based approaches at the state and community level are making a difference.

Speakers will discuss:

How racism harms individual health and has contributed to a public health crisis in America and among Black Americans
A health plan’s comprehensive approach to reducing health disparities, from a state-wide perspective
Public health solutions from a network of more than 20 FQHCs and 70 community health organizations addressing the effects of the pandemic on the uninsured and frontline workers in New Orleans

A draft agenda is available on our website.

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Disability Rights Conference July 26 - Aug. 28

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 17:44:10 GMT

The ABILITY Event

Registration: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/conferences/ability/default.aspx

Calendar Overview: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/conferences/ability/_folder/documents/ability-calendar.pdf

Embracing the Difference Globally: The ABILITY Event

July 26-Aug. 28, 2020 (Virtual)

30 Days of 30 Years

Five weeks with Five Themes

Embracing the Difference Globally: The ABILITY Event is a student led conference that the St. Cloud State University Rehabilitation Studies Program hosts every year. Metropolitan State and Hamline University are partners for this event.

We are so excited to be able to invite our partners from around the globe! We are celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act by bringing you 30 awesome events for 30 days! Starting on July 26 until Aug. 28 we will have national and international speakers covering a wide array of topics on disability rights.

Register Today:

https://www.stcloudstate.edu/conferences/ability/default.aspx

This conference will be completely online. To view any of the 30 presentations, reference the registration button above. Please note that you only need to register once and you can attend all events for FREE. We will also be offering CRC CEU's at no additional cost!

Please join us Sunday-Friday for a month of FREE knowledge, professionalism and fun!

Day One Kickoff Event - 9 a.m. Sunday, July 26

Keynote - Senator Tom Harkin (ret.)

Keynote - Elise Knopf

Emcee - Joseph Jones

President Robbyn Wacker

Steve Anderson

Five Weekly Themes

Weekly Themes

Themed Session Descriptions and Speakers

Interfaith Reflections and Meditations - Sundays at 9:00 a.m.

ABILITY x - Mondays at 9 a.m.

Lunch 'N Learn - Tuesdays at 12 p.m.

China / U.S. Deaf School Project - Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.

Lunch 'N Learn - Thursdays at 12 p.m.

Happy Hour with the Arts - Fridays at 4:30 p.m.

2020 Conference Details

Calendar and Schedule

CEU Registration

Gala

Partners

Addressing Racial Inequities in Health Outcomes During COVID and Beyond - June 24th

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 16:15:39 GMT

University of Minnesota Center for Global Health and Social Responsibility presents:

HEALTH AND HUMAN RIGHTS WEBINAR

Addressing Racial Inequities in Health Outcomes During COVID and Beyond

Wednesday, June 24, 2020 | 1-2p CT / 2-3p ET

Structural inequalities between Black and White Americans have always had devastating impacts, and these disparate health outcomes have become even more apparent in the COVID-19 era. In this webinar, panelists will discuss the impact of structural racism on overall health outcomes of Black Americans, the framing of police brutality against Black Americans as a public health crisis, how the record of systemic racial injustice in the United States relates to the country's human rights law obligations, racial and economic disparities that exist outside of the U.S., and strategies for addressing gaps on a national and international level to guarantee the right to health in a post-COVID world.

This webinar is hosted by the University of Minnesota Human Rights Lab, in collaboration with the Center for Global Health and Social Responsibility, as a space for scholars, practitioners, researchers, and advocates to explore these and related questions through it's virtual series, Envisioning the Future: Advancing human rights in a time of crisis. The webinar is also co-sponsored by the Institute for Global Studies.

MORE INFORMATION

FEATURING:

Dr. E. Tendayi Achiume, UN Special Rapporteur on Contemporary Forms of Racism, Racial Discrimination, Xenophobia and Related Intolerance; Professor of Law, University of California, Los Angeles
Dr. Rachel Hardeman, Professor of Health Policy and Management, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota
Dr. Sirry Alang, Professor of Sociology and Health, Medicine, and Society, Lehigh University
Dr. Shailey Prasad, Professor of Family Medicine and Community Health; Executive Director, Center for Global Health & Social Responsibility, University of Minnesota

6th African Mental Health Virtual Summit July 10

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 15:45:08 GMT

2020 6th AFRICAN MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT

Fri, July 10, 2020

8:00 AM – 4:30 PM CDT

Theme of Summit: The Necessity of Resilience: Living with the Mental Health Consequences of Systemic Racism and COVID - 19.

Nothing ever goes away until it has taught us what we need to know – Pema Chodron

While people around the world are striving so hard to stay safe amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, there is the COVID-19 crisis that is taking its toll on African Immigrants and Refugees and too few are taking cognizance of their mental health well-being. It is of a fact that the impact of COVID-19 on African Immigrants and Refugee’s mental health is experienced differently. Research has shown that building resiliency is important in overcoming the short- and long-term impact of trauma. The 6th African Mental Health Virtual Summit will feature important presentations that would bridge the gaps between challenges and solutions, provide tools and skills to inform true and collective action needed to build resiliency as well as transform how the recognition, acknowledgment, and appreciation of cultural differences influence resilience building among People of African Descent.

Please visit the Summit website here and sign up today!

****Summit registration is free for the first 60 people to register****

**** CEUs Available ****

CE Hours for the Board of Psychology is 7.5

CE Hours for the Board of Social Work

CE Hours for the Board of Marriage and Family Therapy

CE Hours for the Board of Behavioral Health & Therapy (LPC & LPCC)

To view the 2020 6th AMHS Information Booklet click here

To view 2020 AMHS Awardees click here

For more information on the Summit, please visit www.africanmhs.com or email africanmentalhealthsummit@gmail.com

Progressive Individual Resources (PIR) CANCELLATION POLICY: PIR thanks you for registering to attend our Virtual Summit. We understand that unforeseen situations arise and you may need to cancel your registration. If you are unable to attend, a substitute individual is welcome to attend in your place but PIR must be notified in writing (email is acceptable) with the name and contact information for the person who will be attending.

PHOTO PERMISSION POLICY: Professional photographs and/or videoing may occur at the Summit. Your image may be used in Restoration for All Inc. (REFA) and PIR printed and electronic publications for promotional and educational purposes, and may be made available to the media and other third parties, or published on the internet.

If you have questions about our cancellation policy or concerns about your image being used, please contact: africanmentalhealthsummit@gmail.com

MPHA Intern Wanted! Apply by June 25

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 15:57:57 GMT

MPHA's Policy & Advocacy and Health Equity Committee are hiring an intern! Please see the attached description and posting. Applications due June 25, 2020.

Health Equity PA Internship Description.pdf

June 7-21 Anti-racism & social justice films and discussions

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 13:43:27 GMT

MPHA community, check this out. Thank you to one of our members for sharing these free resources!

https://www.magnoliapictures.com/knightfoundationseries

The Knight Foundation and O Cinema Partner to Offer Free Virtual Screenings of Magnolia Pictures Documentaries I Am Not Your Negro, Whose Streets? and Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am

Starting June 7th, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and O Cinema will work with Magnolia Pictures to make documentaries I Am Not Your Negro (June 7th), Whose Streets? (June 14th) and Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am (June 21st) available for free across eight of the Knight Foundation’s communities. These three films speak powerfully to systemic inequality and serve as blueprints for effecting change.

Community partners in each city, which include Akron, Charlotte, Detroit, Macon, Miami, Philadelphia, San Jose, and St. Paul will host virtual discussions about ways to support social justice and anti-racism in their communities. The films are being made possible thanks to the support of Knight Foundation, which has generously agreed to cover the rental fees for viewers. Each film will be made available to view each Sunday, for free, during a 24-hour window.

Please register in advance to watch I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO by filling out the below form to receive a secure link and password to view the film. The email with link and password will arrive in your inbox each Sunday at 1pm. This website will be updated each Monday for registration for the current film of the week.

COVID-19 Resources - updated 6/3

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 19:00:00 GMT

Public Health Supporters:

Looking for the latest data on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak?

A reminder to get news from reliable, trustworthy sources and avoid the "infodemic" of misinformation. Help us elevate good public health messages by sharing these resources as widely as possible. Local, national, and global recommended sources are listed below.

Minnesota Resources

Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html

MDH public hotlines

School and child care questions: 1-800-657-3504

Health questions: 651-201-3920 or 1-800-657-3903

Discrimination helpline: 1-833-454-0148

MDH data overview & tracking https://mn.gov/covid19/data/response.jsp

Coronavirus data available by demographics and more on the MN COVID-19 Dashboard

This information is also available on the Minnesota Department of Health Situation Update for Coronavirus Disease 2019 webpage, which is updated daily at 11 a.m. with data current as of 4 p.m. the previous day.

COVID-19: Should you get tested?

courtesy of Dakota County Public Health Department - 5/11/20

As testing capabilities increase in Minnesota, and across the county, it’s important to know if, where and how you should get tested for COVID-19.

Who should get tested

▪ The people who should be tested now are those who have symptoms of COVID-19, especially hospitalized patients, health care workers, patients and staff in congregate care settings, dialysis and other patients including outpatients.
▪ The Minnesota Department of Health also recommends that people get tested in certain situations, such as a setting where an outbreak is occurring.
▪ People who do not have symptoms should generally not be tested for COVID-19.

The state offers an easy-to-use online testing tool to help determine if you should be tested.

Where to get tested

To find a COVID-19 testing location near you, use this interactive map that shows coronavirus clinics in your area. Testing sites are designed to keep you and health care workers safe. Sometimes you may stay in your car. Other sites will screen you before you go indoors. Many sites will require an appointment before you arrive to ensure they’ve collected your contact and insurance information.

Know before you go

The federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act requires that COVID-19 testing is provided at no cost to the patient. This applies to all health insurance coverage in Minnesota. It is important to know that this applies to the test only. Office visits are not covered through the CARES Act. Some insurance carriers have agreed to waive copays and deductibles for in-network visits associated with the COVID-19 test.

Check with your health insurance to find out what will be covered and what is in network. If you have questions, call your insurance company prior to getting tested. If you don't have a doctor or health care provider, or are uninsured, contact a federally qualified Community Health Center.

Waiting for test results

If you or a loved one gets tested, results will come from the testing clinic or provider. Test results generally take 3–7 days. If you have a fever and/or cough, shortness of breath or other symptoms while waiting for results, you should stay home and away from others as much as possible.
Family members and close contacts of people who have tested positive should limit their activities in public for 14 days and monitor for symptoms. Someone from the Minnesota Department of Health or the county where you live will call you if you’ve tested positive.

Resources for Underserved Communities

Low Income Energy Assistance Program Information shared by the U of MN Extension's Sustainable partnership. If you have any questions please contact Joel Haskar at haska004@umn.ed.

Since Covid-19, there have been some big changes in the federal Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) that helps people pay their energy bills or get a broken furnace repaired/replaced:

The application deadline has been extended to July 1
Income eligibility is based on the last month only (not a whole year) -- this to help the newly unemployed
The annual crisis maximum has increased to $1200 instead of $600

You will also see in the eap-flier-english that there has been special attention paid to make sure people feel safe about applying regarding citizenship status. Translations in Hmong, Spanish & Somali available.

Sometimes LIHEAP runs out of money, but it sounds like more money has been pumped into the system AND getting signed up makes people eligible for some enhanced utility programming/ rebates and other CAP programming (Head Start etc.). Bottomline is we want people to sign up.

Discrimination Helpline

Avoid stigma or showing prejudice to Minnesotans of Asian descent or assuming someone of Asian descent is more likely to have COVID-19. Witness or experience discrimination? Call the helpline at 1-833-454-0148.

Resources like the Minnesota Crisis Response Line (952-891-7171) and the National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233) are also available for those in need.

Mental Health Resources

First Responder Toolkit app - released 5/14/20

https://firstrespondertoolkit.com/

The First Responder Toolkit app aids those deployed to emergency response events in maintaining their own physical, emotional, and social well-being.

In the future it will provide checklists for before, during, and after deployment that help responders pack for deployment, take care of daily needs, maintain important relationships, reflect on experiences, and more.

A variety of responders will find this app useful to help manage their self care while working in demanding situations, when caring for oneself is essential in order to help and care for others.

APHA sounds alarm over mental health in midst of COVID-19 pandemic, press release May 12, 2020

National/World Resources

American Public Health Association

A COVID-19 page on apha.org for public health professionals that links to APHA resources as well as those from such trusted sources as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization.

A Get Ready page for the general public that includes links to coronavirus fact sheets in English, Spanish, French and Chinese, mythbusters and links to FAQs and guidance.

Centers for Disease Control https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

World Health Organization https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019

Voter Absentee Registration Ballots Available!

Fri, 22 May 2020 15:01:15 GMT

August 11, 2020 PRIMARY ELECTION

November 3, 2020 GENERAL ELECTION

https://mnvotes.sos.state.mn.us/ABRegistration/ABRegistrationStep1.aspx

Registered to vote?

You do not have to be registered to vote to apply for an absentee ballot, but it makes the process easier. You can check your voter registration status online. If you need to register or update your voter registration, you may want to do that online before applying for an absentee ballot.

10 Essential Public Health Services Public Comment Period Extended to May 22

Wed, 13 May 2020 20:23:18 GMT

10 Essential Public Health Services Public Comment Period Extended

Guided by a Task Force and with input from more than 1,300 stakeholders, the Public Health National Center for Innovations (PHNCI) and the de Beaumont Foundation are pleased to release the proposed 10 Essential Public Health Services (EPHS) framework for public review and comment. Comments will be accepted from March 2 through April 2, 2020. Using this survey link, you can submit your comments on as many Essential Services as you would like and provide general comments on the framework. Comment Guidelines: Please confine your comments to the content of the draft. Grammatical errors or other typographical errors will be addressed prior to final publication in June 2020. Comments will be accepted through the survey only. No comments will be accepted via e-mail, fax, letter, or other format. The comment period has been extended through May 22, 2020.

More information

Public Health National Center for Innovations (PHNCI)

DHS Public Charge Informational Flyers (translations)

Mon, 11 May 2020 15:01:53 GMT

from the Minnesota Department of Human Services:

During these difficult and uncertain times, it’s important for people to have reliable information about public assistance programs. Immigrant communities have a particular need for guidance due to fear and confusion over the federal “public charge rule.”

Earlier this year, DHS distributed an informational flyer about the public charge rule which provides contacts for free and confidential legal advice. We’ve recently translated the flyer into Hmong, Karen, Somali, and Spanish. Additional PDF versions of the flyers are attached.

I also want to remind you that U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a notice that testing, treatment, and preventive care related to COVID-19 will not be included in public charge determinations.

DHS Public Charge Flyer (English).pdf

DHS Public Charge Flyer (Hmong).pdf

DHS Public Charge Flyer (Karen).pdf

DHS Public Charge Flyer (Somali).pdf

DHS Public Charge Flyer (Spanish).pdf

DOES PUBLIC CHARGE APPLY TO YOU?

Everyone’s situation is different, and we want you to have the best information for you and your family.

In immigration law, “public charge” describes certain immigrants who use certain government programs. You may have heard that public charge rules can affect your immigration status if you use programs like Medical Assistance (MA), SNAP or the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP). If you want to know if these rules apply to you, talk to a lawyer.

For free and confidential legal advice in English, Spanish, Somali and other languages, call:

Mid-Minnesota Southern Minnesota Legal Aid: Regional Legal Services:

800-292-4150 888-575-2954

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

Public charge does not change eligibility for government programs.

Public charge does not apply to all immigrants.

Public charge does Public charge does not not apply to all apply to U.S. citizens.

government programs.

This information is not legal advice. Talk to a lawyer if you have questions or concerns.

When we help each other, we create a brighter future for Minnesota

Free COVID-19 Contact Tracer Training

Mon, 04 May 2020 22:36:25 GMT

(View notice in web browser)

Introducing Making Contact: A Training for COVID-19 Contact Tracers

A new online course from the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials and the National Coalition of STD Directors

Today, the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) and National Coalition of STD Directors (NCSD) announced the launch of a free, on-demand training for entry-level COVID-19 contact tracers. The course,Making Contact: A Training for COVID-19 Contact Tracers, will support ongoing public health agency efforts to prepare new contact tracers for their work of helping identify COVID-19 positive cases and those they've been in close contact with.

As the nation looks to restart the economy and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, our ability to quickly contain future outbreaks is more important than ever. To achieve this, state and local health agencies will need to rapidly scale up their contract tracing workforces. Making Contact provides approximately three hours of free online training to quickly teach participants the basics of contact tracing, regardless of prior experience in public health.

Participants will walk through the steps of contact tracing and interviewing, experience case-based scenarios, and complete knowledge exercises to reinforce important concepts. The course comes with helpful job aids, which will familiarize learners with frequently asked questions about COVID-19, fundamental components of contact tracing in a remote environment (over phone, video call), tips for conducting interviews, and more.

Interested in using the course in your jurisdiction? See below, read our press release, or visit ASTHO's e-learning center for more details! Contact us at learn@astho.org with any questions.

ASTHO and NCSD thank all of our partners who provided input, expert review, and/or source material for training development, including:

Cardea Services
CDC
Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
National Association of County and City Health Officials
NCSD Disease Intervention Specialist Committee
Public Health Foundation
Resolve to Save Lives, a Vital Strategies initiative
Texas Department of State Health Services
Virginia Department of Health
Washington State Department of Health

4/27 - 5/1 virtual Week of Action American Cancer Society

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:04:43 GMT

MPHA Members,

Join the American Cancer Society's Action Network to support a number of public health issues at the Capitol. See below for how to make your voice heard!

From ACS-CAN:

This week, we’re taking action! Though we can’t be together at the state capitol, we can use our voices together to fight cancer. We hope you join us for a virtual Week of Action starting tomorrow, Monday, April 27th until Friday, May 1st.

With your help, we’ll be advocating for legislation to raise the tobacco age of sale in Minnesota to 21, remove barriers to breast and cervical cancer treatment coverage, and ensure that all Minnesotans have access to clinical trials.

Visit our Week of Action resource page for suggestions on actions you can take every day this week and talking points, too. We encourage you to get creative!

Certain days this week, you’ll get emails with an action alert and a call alert, so we can contact lawmakers in a specific way together.

Review the Week of Action resource page. If you have any questions, please reach out to Britta at Britta.babel@cancer.org.

Let’s get to work, advocates!

4/28 1-2:30 pm "No Longer Invisible: Public health during the COVID-19 pandemic" - UMN SPH Webinar & Documentary

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 15:42:03 GMT

Tuesday, April 28
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm CDT

On Sunday, April 26, Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) will premiere Our Invisible Guardians, a documentary about public health and the many people who work behind the scenes on issues vital to keeping us healthy. Since the film was made a short five months ago, COVID-19 has changed our world and public health is far from ”invisible.”

Join School of Public Health (SPH) Dean John Finnegan as he talks with documentary stars and SPH faculty Michael Osterholm, Marizen Ramirez, Timothy Beebe, and Jeff Bender about their focus on the coronavirus and its impact.

Registration & details at: https://www.sph.umn.edu/event/no-longer-invisible-public-health-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/

4/30 (webinar): Orbit the Giant Hairball: Articulating Purpose, Values and Vision Webinar

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 16:15:41 GMT

In public health we are frequently pulled in multiple directions and oftentimes lose our way and our sense of purpose. It’s like getting stuck in a giant hairball! In order to take care of ourselves and better serve others, it is important to pause and explore why we choose to do the work we do. This webinar will guide you through a process of creating your career philosophy which will help you step out of the giant hairball, and navigate the complexity of the public health profession.

This webinar, co-hosted by the School of Public Health (SPH) Office of Alumni Relations and the Career and Professional Development Center, is presented by Vic Massaglia. Vic is the Director of the Career & Professional Development Center for the School of Public Health at the University of Minnesota. (He's also a MPHA member!) He has extensive experience in leadership, career, and organizational development in both the public and private sectors. He’s on a mission to connect with and inspire people in transition so they can make a positive impact in the world. He approaches his work with compassion by developing his craft of facilitation, coaching, and teaching so people will discover their gifts and become their best selves. He is deeply passionate about social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and believes he is at his best when he is serving others. This webinar will be recorded and available online following the presentation. 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Central.

Audience: This webinar is designed for public health professionals, although students and professionals from other industries are welcome to join. SPH alumni, students and friends of SPH are especially encouraged to attend.

More information

University of Minnesota School of Public Health

April 24th COVID-19 Health Policy Briefing Webinar - U of M School of Public Health

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 17:44:32 GMT

MPHA Members,

Join our colleagues at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health for a special COVID-19 health policy webinar Friday, April 24 from 12:00 - 1:00 pm.

COVID-19 Health Policy Briefing Webinar

https://www.sph.umn.edu/event/covid-19-health-policy-briefing-webinar/?fbclid=IwAR0AY-6lrcvP_Kfluagv-4w5r2evApnlwIZJT-Y47E7RoOmwKZowTx_0kHY

May 4 - Equity in COVID-19 Planning & Response w/ MCN, Governor's Office

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 16:27:06 GMT

MPHA is a member of MCN - see below for their next call & how to submit questions!

What role does equity play in COVID-19 planning and response?

The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits (MCN) is hosting its fourth call with The Governor's Office originally scheduled for Monday, April 20th has been moved to May 4, 11:30 am - 12:15 pm. The call will focus on how equity and accessibility play a role in planning for and responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.

MCN members and nonmembers are welcome to register and join. Past recordings of the calls are available at MCN's COVID-19 resource page.

MPHA Members Want to Help in the COVID Response!

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 17:53:01 GMT

Dear MPHA Members:

We've heard many of you would like to know how to help more during this pandemic time.

If you have a suggestion on how Members could help, or know of a specific need, please post your ideas in the comments below! (Just click 'Add Comment' button.)

Expecting a wide variety of comments, as we all are connected to different areas of public health and our communities...

Thank you!

April 2 Webinar: Oral Health is Public Health

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 18:14:31 GMT

Oral Health is Public Health

April 2, 12:00 - 1:00 pm

Zoom video call (details below)

Dr. Eileen Crespo, Delta Dental of Minnesota and Hennepin Health

Matt Flory, American Cancer Society (and MPHA Past President)

This Infomar will provide an overview of HPV infection, vaccination as cancer prevention and the role of the dental community in this public health effort.

Meeting details:

Time: Apr 2, 2020 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://zoom.us/j/989815989

Meeting ID: 989 815 989

One tap mobile

+13126266799,,989815989# US (Chicago)

Dial by your location

+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

Meeting ID: 989 815 989

Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/amm5WBBta

Register by March 4 for ACS CAN Day at the Capitol March 25

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 18:17:59 GMT

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network

2020 DAY AT THE CAPITOL

Wednesday, March 25 | 9:45am-3:00pm | Minnesota State Capitol

Join volunteers, activists, and survivors from across the state as we meet

at the state capitol and tell lawmakers:

It’s time to stand up to Big Tobacco.

• ACS CAN is joining the Minnesotans for a Smoke-Free Generation for a Coalition Day at the Capitol

• Volunteers will be trained on the issues

• Lunch will be provided

• Lodging will be provided for volunteers who travel over 75 miles

• No charge to attend

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER:

FIGHTCANCER.ORG/MNDAC

Firearms 101: An Introduction to Firearms and Firearm Laws in Minnesota, February 20, 2020

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 17:41:30 GMT

The unfamiliarity of firearms and the complexity of firearm laws have contributed to the existence of myths and misconceptions about firearms. What exactly is an “Assault Weapon”? How do individuals legally and illegally obtain firearms in Minnesota? This webinar will provide viewers with a basic understanding of common firearm-related terminology and existing firearm laws in Minnesota.

Webinar Objectives - Participants will be able to:

identify at least five basic firearm-related terms
identify at least three laws/ or regulations pertaining to firearms in the state of Minnesota

Who should participate: Public health professionals, Parents, Educators, Community members, Allied health professionals, university faculty and students

FREE for all participants, and 1.0 CHES or MCHES free for Mn SOPHE Members. For nonmembers: 1.0 CHES or MCHES are $10. All participants will receive a certificate of attendance after participating and completing evaluation form.

Questions about the webinar or MN SOPHE? Email Liz Heimer, membership chair at sopheminn@gmail.com

“An application has been submitted to award Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES) to receive up to 1.0 total Category I Continuing Education Contact Hours (CECH). Maximum Advanced-level Continuing Education Contact Hours available are 1.0. SOPHE, including its chapters, is a designated provider of Continuing Education Contact Hours (CECH) in health education by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.”

APHA Call for Abstracts closes Feb. 20

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 21:12:33 GMT

APHA 2020 Meeting

"Creating the Healthiest Nation: Preventing Violence"

San Francisco | Oct. 24-28, 2020

The deadline to submit an abstract for the APHA 2020 Meeting is February 20. Please see additional details at: https://www.apha.org/events-and-meetings/annual .

Student Internship: HIV Community Needs Assessment- Feb 18 deadline

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 16:01:20 GMT

MPHA Student Members, take note!

Minnesota Department of Human Services is hiring three student interns to help collect surveys for a statewide HIV community needs assessment. Please see additional details at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hennepin/jobs/2696205/internship-hiv-community-needs-assessment . The posting closes on February 18, 2020

Feb. 3 Protect Minnesota’s Orange Star Happy Hour

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 17:07:11 GMT

MPHA Members are warmly invited! (click here for .pdf flyer)

Protect Minnesota and the Protect MN Advocacy Fund invite our Orange Star leaders, stakeholders and friends to a happy hour reception in honor of
Jen Pauliukonis, from the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence. Jen will be assessing the outlook for gun violence prevention in our state and Protect Minnesota’s leadership.

Protect Minnesota’s Orange Star Happy Hour

Monday, February 3, 2020, 4:00—6:30pm
The Local West End
1607 Park Pl Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416

RSVP if possible to ed@protectmn.org. Otherwise, just show up!

Protect Minnesota will provide drinks and appetizers. There will be also a basket and printed paid invoices available for legislators who prefer to pay themselves.

Feb 3 Deadline for 2020 Health Equity Summit Ideas

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 03:48:09 GMT

2020 Health Equity Summit: Health Equity Innovation Lab

Call for Ideas

Purpose of the Summit:

The 2020 Health Equity Summit is being co-hosted by the Health Equity Leadership Network (HELN), Center for Health Equity, and the Eliminating Health Disparities Initiative. It will take place on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 from 8AM to 4PM in Saint Paul, MN. HELN is comprised of 180+ cross-sector health equity leaders from across Minnesota. Building on our 2019 summit, the 2020 summit will feature a health equity innovation lab, where participants will experiment with human-centered design to identify innovations to advance health equity. We anticipate 200-250 attendees at the summit.

Summit Goals:

Co-design actionable strategies that address upstream factors impacting health equity (as outlined in the Health Equity 2019 Summit Overview document on pages 12-14)
Leverage human-centered design to advance health equity through cross-sector partnerships
Ignite relationships across sectors, communities and areas of expertise

Purpose of this Call for Ideas:

The Health Equity Summit steering committee, comprised of HELN members, is seeking great ideas from across the state on how to advance health equity through cross-sector collaboration. Ideas should address the ideologies, barriers and contributors/indicators to health equity (as outlined in the Health Equity 2019 Summit Overview document on pages 12-14).

The Health Equity Summit steering committee will then select 8-10 ideas that align with the goals of the summit. Optum and steering committee members will then work with those individuals/teams to prepare them to host innovation lab stations during the summit. Teams will be provided with a facilitator to help move through the human-centered design process during the innovation lab. There is the potential for small seed funds (approximately $2,000 to $5,000 activation grants) to be distributed to teams who are ready to pilot their ideas after the summit.

What type of ideas are we looking for?

We are looking for ideas from anyone across the state and from any sector. Ideas that are a great fit for the innovation lab are ideas that…

Address an ideology, barrier, AND contributor/indicator of health equity (all 3)
Engage (or want to engage) cross-sector partners
Are a new idea OR have already been tested/piloted and want to be replicated or scaled up

How do you submit an idea?

Visit the 2020 Health Equity Summit website for more background information and a link to complete the Call for Ideas submission form. Submissions are DUE no later than Monday, February 3, 11:59 PM CT.

Questions? Join a WebEx call on Monday, January 27, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. CST to learn more OR sign up on HELN’s Mobilize Platform if you have further questions.

WebEx Information:

Meeting number: 963 157 290
Password: 1234

Join by phone

1-855-282-6330 United States Toll Free
Access code: 963 157 290

Feb. 11 Health Professionals for a Healthy Climate

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 02:34:33 GMT

Please join the Health Professionals for a Healthy Climate on February 11, 5:30 - 7:30 pm at Summit Brewing for "We Are Still Not Happy About Climate Change".

HPHC happy hour 2020.pdf

o   “Join health professional colleagues to learn about state policy solutions to address climate change in Minnesota. Hear about HPHC’s work to address climate and health and how you can make a difference in climate and health policy decisions!”
o   Draft agenda:
§ 5:30 – 6:15 Networking and optional Brewery tour
§ 6:15 – 7:00 Draft Formal Program
·      Rep. Jamie Long – Overview of State Policy Clean Energy Solutions – 10 min
·      Sen. David Senjem (invited) – similar topic – 8 min
·      Member updates on HPHC activities – 10 min
·      Dr. Laalitha Surapaneni – Why health professionals need to take action – 10 min
§ Q&A, comments from participants
§ 7:00-7:30 Networking and action sign-up

RSVP HTTPS://WWW.BROWNPAPERTICKETS.COM/EVENT/4475485

Voting Registration: MN Secretary of State resource

Sun, 12 Jan 2020 14:51:43 GMT

MPHA Members & Supporters, please see general election resources from the Secretary of State below:

General voting information from the State of Minnesota: https://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-voting/

ELECTION DAY VOTING

Find where I vote,
voting hours and more...

OTHER WAYS TO VOTE

Vote early by mail, in person, from military or overseas, track your absentee ballot or find your county election office.

WHAT'S ON MY BALLOT?

View my sample ballot, search
candidate filings and more...

Jan. 10 deadline for Statewide Outdoor Recreation Task Force

Fri, 03 Jan 2020 14:23:05 GMT

MN Outdoor Rec Task Force Applications

· What is it? The Department of Natural Resources and Explore Minnesota are seeking applicants for an Outdoor Recreation Task Force. This is a great opportunity for outdoor recreation stakeholders to come together from across the state to explore how Minnesota can better connect people to the outdoors and support Minnesota’s robust outdoor recreation economy. Applications will be accepted through January 10^th.

· Where to apply: MN Outdoor Recreation Task Force webpage

· Highlights: MN Outdoor Recreation press release

They are specifically looking for a health representative to serve on the committee - MPHA Members encouraged to apply!

January 15 Line 3 Pipeline Teach-in

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 21:08:17 GMT

“Health Professionals for a Healthy Climate has big plans to kick off 2020 with a major climate action: a teach-in at Gov. Walz's office to discuss the science of climate and health and how the proposed Line 3 tar sands pipeline expansion will harm the health of Minnesotans.

Come and learn why climate change is a health emergency and why we do not have the carbon budget to approve Line 3.

MPHA Members are welcome to speak at this event.

Please contact Kathleen Schuler, MPH, Strategic Advisor, Safer States, Health Professionals for a Healthy Climate at Keschuler47@gmail.com, if interested.

WHAT: Teach-in focused on how climate impacts health

WHEN: January 15, 2020 from 9:00AM – 11:00AM

WHERE: Governor Walz’s Office, 130 State Capitol, St. Paul

Program details:

9:00 - 9:15: Gather at the Capitol Rotunda and walk to Gov. Walz’s office
9:15 - 10:00: Teach-In at Gov. Walz’s office with students and health professionals discussing health impacts of climate change and sharing personal stories
10:00 - 10:30: Write letters to the Governor and MPCA Commissioner Laura Bishop stating why you personally care about climate change
10:30 - 11:00: Debrief together

We need your voice as a public health professional!

RSVP at https://www.facebook.com/events/756154198222309/.

Dec. 6 - Building Trauma Aware and Caring Schools in Support of African Immigrants, Refugees, and Undocumented Students

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 17:44:49 GMT

Building Trauma Aware and Caring Schools in Support of African Immigrants, Refugees, and Undocumented Students

by Progressive Individual Resources, Inc.

Friday, December 6, 2019 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (CST)

Neighborhood House
179 Robie Street East

Saint Paul, MN 55107

Online Registration & program outline

Building Trauma Aware and Caring Schools in Support of African Immigrants, Refugees, and Undocumented Students

He who learns teaches. ~ Ethiopian proverb

Workshop Overview

An African Immigrant, Refugee and Undocumented school student’s experience of complex trauma (e.g. physical, sexual, and/or emotional abuse, serious neglect, violence, etc.) can have a serious impact on school attendance, behaviors, engagement and learning experiences which can negatively impact their educational and life outcomes. Worrying behaviors can also have a significant impact on the well-being, efficacy, and retention of teachers and other educators. Consequently, it is highly imperative to understand the role of trauma in behavioral, social, and cognitive problems and in creating a school environment where African Immigrants, Refugees, and Undocumented Students affected by trauma can succeed.

This workshop is designed to help teachers, school social workers, counselors, school librarians, school nurses, volunteers, agencies and service providers working with immigrants, refugees, and undocumented students in the school system to recognize and respond appropriately to trauma so that the school system will not re-traumatize them. Information about available resources and community services/supports will be provided.

Target Audience

Nov. 7 ACS CAN Minnesota Research and Innovation Breakfast

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 03:56:48 GMT

ACS CAN Minnesota Research and Innovation Breakfast

Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 8:00am to 10:00am

Saint Mary's University

University Center

2540 Park Avenue

Minneapolis, MN 55404

RSVP today: https://www.fightcancer.org/events/acs-can-minnesota-research-and-innovation-breakfast

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Minnesota Research and Innovation Breakfast is a premiere event that brings together leaders from the business, education, medical, government and research communities to advance the work of ACS CAN. The event not only unites those in Minnesota who are fighting to end cancer, it serves to support ACS CAN, the nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society and its work to ensure that elected officials across the country make cancer a top national priority.

The 2019 event, in partnership with the Virginia Piper Cancer Institute, part of Allina Health, will explore the topic of tobacco prevention, cessation, and lung cancer screenings. Tobacco use continues to be the number one cause of lung cancer and preventable death. This event will delve into the institutional and community-based programs working to prevent commercial tobacco use and help Minnesotans quit tobacco and explore the research and development of lung screenings. Though cigarette smoking has declined significantly, disparities in tobacco use remain across groups defined by race, ethnicity, educational level, and socioeconomic status.

Join ACS CAN Minnesota, Virginia Piper Cancer Institute, and event speakers for this important discussion. Reducing tobacco use and preventing lung cancer across all communities will require collaborative solutions from researchers, business leaders, providers, and policymakers. There is no cost to attend this event.

New DHS HIV RFP released - Webex Oct 22

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 16:58:55 GMT

Dear MPHA Colleagues:

Attached you will find a notice on an RFP posted October 7, 2019 for HIV services. Clicking on the link will take you to the posting on the Department of Human Service website. (https://mn.gov/dhs/partners-and-providers/grants-rfps/open-rfps/?id=1053-404749)

Please note, there will be a responders conference by WebEx on Oct 22, 2019 from 10 am to 12 pm CT. Information about the WebEx is included in the RFP.

Questions about the RFP should be sent by email to dhs.HIVgrantsmanagement@state.mn.us

The question and answer period will close on November 7, 2019 at 4 pm CT. Questions and answers will be posted on the RFP website.

Proposals are due no later than 4 pm CT on November 22, 2019.

MN Commercial Tobacco Control CLEs in Greater MN starting Oct. 25

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 15:10:00 GMT

Attention MPHA Members, City or County Attorneys, Administrators, and other interested officials:

Please join Public Health Law Center for a free Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminar on Hot Topics in Minnesota’s Commercial Tobacco Control Laws.

Public Health Law Center is offering this free seminar in three locations across Minnesota and 3 standard CLE credits have been awarded for each event.

Pre-registration is required. For more information and to register for one of these events, please visit: http://bit.ly/PHLCCLE

View Flyer here: Hot Topics in Tobacco Control Laws CLE 2019--FINAL.PDF

Three Events

Duluth

Fergus Falls

Mankato

Date/Time:

Oct. 25^th 9:30AM-1:30PM

9:30-10AM registration

10:00AM-1:30 program

Oct. 28^th 9:30AM-1:30PM

9:30-10AM registration

10:00AM-1:30 program

Oct. 30^th 9:30AM-1:30PM

9:30-10AM registration

10:00AM-1:30 program

Location:

Ordean Building

American Lung Association

424 W. Superior Street

Duluth, MN 55802

Otter Tail County Government Services Building

Otter Tail Board Room

500 W. Fir Ave

Fergus Falls, MN 56537

Shared Spaces

127 S 2nd St.

Mankato, MN 56001

November Radon Partner Meetings in Duluth, Mankato, St. Cloud & St. Paul

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 16:02:00 GMT

Great opportunity for local public health and other stakeholders to learn about new developments, resources, laws, policies, and data concerning radon, as well as plan education outreach together in MDH's Radon Partner meetings around the state in November!

Please see the attached announcement for more details:

Radon Partnership Meeting Registration 2019.docx

Register by Nov. 17 - APHA's STUDENT CHAMPIONS FOR CLIMATE JUSTICE AWARD

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 14:57:52 GMT

Student Champions for Climate Justice:

Creating a Campus Experience

Many students have been outspoken in demanding climate justice, and the American Public Health Association’s Center for Climate, Health and Equity seeks to integrate these efforts into a national movement advancing policies that address the health equity impacts of climate change. That’s why the Center is proud to offer a new opportunity for students and student groups to foster dialogue and spur action about these issues on campus.

The Center will select up to five college or university students or student groups to create a Campus Experience during National Public Health Week (April 6-12, 2020). We want students to be creative in how they design a meaningful campus experience that sparks a dialogue on the important connections between climate change and health inequities and inspires action on their campuses.


	Learn more about the award and how to apply!

https://www.apha.org/topics-and-issues/climate-change/act-on-climate

APHA’s Center for Climate, Health and Equity advances health equity and environmental justice through climate solutions. Increasing awareness on college and university campuses of the health equity impacts of climate change is critical to galvanizing action from the next generation of public health leaders.

Apply by Oct. 25 for Health Equity Advisory and Leadership (HEAL) Council

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 21:19:39 GMT

Now accepting applications for the Health Equity Advisory and Leadership (HEAL) Council

Applications are now open for the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Health Equity Advisory and Leadership (HEAL) Council. HEAL was created as part of a broader effort by MDH to address Minnesota’s inequities in health status. HEAL represents the voices of many communities most impacted by health inequities across the state, including racial and ethnic minority groups, American Indians, rural Minnesotans, Minnesotans with disabilities, LGBTQ community members, and refugees and immigrants. The knowledge and wisdom of council members will enhance the work of MDH in advancing health equity for all communities in Minnesota. For more information on the application process, visit MDH online. The first part of the application process is due to the Minnesota Secretary of State by October 25, 2019.

More information: Minnesota Department of Health

Nominations Due Oct. 11 for Barbara O'Grady Award

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 20:07:19 GMT

The Local Public Health Association of Minnesota is seeking nominations for the Barbara O’Grady Excellence in Public Health Leadership Award

This award is to honor and recognize a public health nurse in Minnesota for outstanding leadership and contributions to public health. Criteria for nomination are: Demonstrates creativity and innovation in one’s nursing practice; Demonstrates consistent leadership within the work setting and the external community; Assures consistent caring and commitment to clients and families, work teams, and the community; Demonstrates significant contribution or impact on program development; Enhances the positive practice of public health (i.e. advancing knowledge, motivating others and creating a positive environment); Impacts staff, students, and peer relating to their learning, practices or development. Selection criteria include one or more of the following: Recognized expertise and leadership in public health nursing; Important contributions to advancing improvement in the health status of communities; Advocacy for public health nursing; Development of innovative programs in public health nursing; Collaboration with health, education, social services, or other decision makers and service providers. Use the link below to submit your nomination online and for more information about the award, including a list of past award recipients. Nominations are due by Friday, October 11, 2019.

More information and Nomination Form

Local Public Health Association of Minnesota

Contact

Kari Oldfield, LPHA Director (651-789-4354, koldfield@mncounties.org)

Sept. 16 Webinar for Community Health Collaborative Pilot Grants program funding

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 18:58:03 GMT

MPHA MEMBERS FUNDING OPPORTUNITY:

z.umn.edu/community-health-collaborative-grant

CTSI is now accepting applications for its Community Health Collaborative Pilot Grants program, which matches University investigators with community partners to address important health issues identified by Minnesota communities.

The program is administered by CTSI’s Community Engagement to Advance Research and Community Health (CEARCH) office, which provides partner matching support for UMN investigators and community partners interested in applying.

Community partners may include nonprofits, healthcare providers, and community advocacy organizations, among others. Community representatives with a special interest in impacting health research that directly affects their own community are highly encouraged to apply. University researchers and community partners are matched based on intersecting health interests as well as complementary skills and expertise.

To learn more about this grant program, register for the Pre-Application webinar which takes place 12:30 - 1:30pm, Monday, September 16th. A link to the recording will be added to CTSI’s website following the event. If you are interested in being matched with a University or community partner, contact CEARCH directly.

The begin the application process, submit a Letter of Interest (LOI) by Tuesday, October 8th. See the Request for Applications (RFA) for more details. See previous grantees on the Community Health Collaborative Grant page.

For questions, contact CEARCH at cearch@umn.edu or 612-625-2874.

MDH at Minnesota State Fair: "Healthy Kids, Healthy School Year"

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 16:38:21 GMT

Call for Applications: APHA Public Health Fellowship in Government

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 18:39:57 GMT

MPHA Members: please note applications must be received by September 4.

On behalf of the American Public Health Association, I am thrilled to announce the call for applications for the 2020 APHA Public Health Fellowship in Government. This is the 11th year APHA is offering this fellowship, which has been described as an “amazing,” “phenomenal” and “life altering” experience by previous fellows.

Candidates must have strong public health credentials and be able to spend one year in Washington, D.C. The fellow will have the option of working in the House or Senate on legislative and policy issues such as creating healthy communities, improving health equity, addressing environmental health concerns, population health or the social determinants of health.

Training for the fellowship will begin in January 2020, so you must be able to move to the Washington, D.C., area in January and stay through December 2020. The fellowship provides a unique learning experience and demonstrates the value and need for basing policy on sound science. Throughout the year, the fellow will gain a practical knowledge of government and how the public policy process works.

To be eligible for the Fellowship, candidates must meet all of the following criteria:

be an APHA member.
have a graduate degree in public health or a related discipline.
have at least five years’ experience as a public health professional beyond graduate or medical training.
be a citizen of the U.S. or its territories or have permanent residence status in the U.S.

Applications, additional information and brief articles from previous fellows are available on APHA’s website. The application, a CV and three letters of recommendation are due to APHA by 6 p.m. ET on Sept. 4, 2019.

Please forward this email to anyone you believe may be eligible and interested. For more information, please contact us at aphafellowship@apha.org or 202-777-2510.

Sincerely,

Susan L. Polan, PhD

Associate Executive Director, Public Affairs and Advocacy

This fellowship is sponsored by an unrestricted grant from the Aetna Foundation.

August 28: Obesity and Cancer Webinar

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 21:17:30 GMT

The ACS Comprehensive Cancer Control (CCC) Program is hosting two summer webinars addressing obesity and cancer. These webinars are targeted specifically to CCC programs and coalitions – their staff, leaders, members and partners.

On July 31^st, we’ll look at obesity’s impact on not only cancer risk, but survivorship – and what evidenced-based interventions your state/tribe/territory’s CCC program/coalition might consider for implementation. Register for the 7/31 webinar here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/cee3d6c879f138ce34538d7d4481ef37

Then on August 28^th, we will explore in more depth one of those evidenced-based strategies --- reducing sugar sweetened beverage consumption. Register for the 8/28 webinar here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/cc1b2aea30ac0cb48c34be5db4a05ad8

Sept. 12 MN Community Measurement Annual Seminar: "Innovating Together"

Mon, 22 Jul 2019 19:22:51 GMT

Registration is open!

MN Community Measurement's 2019 Annual Seminar brings together stakeholders from across the state to discuss data-driven health care improvement. Keynote presentations include:

The Future of Measurement: Setting Priorities
Harnessing Automation and Artificial Intelligence to Drive Innovation in Measurement and Quality Improvement
Innovations Needed to Advance Mental Health Care and Outcomes: A Community Conversation

See the full agenda online and learn more about the six breakout sessions being offered.

Don't wait - reserve your seat today before the early registration discount ends August 1.

DATE & TIME
Thursday, September 12, 2019
8:15 AM to 4:15 PM
Registration opens at 7:30 AM

VENUE
Earle Brown Heritage Center
6155 Earle Brown Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55430

“Food is Medicine” Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation Lecture Oct 28

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 03:19:38 GMT

MPHA Members are invited to the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation's 2019 Kevin Graham Prevention Lecture:

Food Is Medicine: Dietary and Policy Priorities for Cardiometabolic Health

by Dariush Mozaffarian, MD, DrPH

October 28, 7-8 am

Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Educational Building, Auditorium A/B

Remote webinar option also available

No charge to attend

See attached flyer for additional details!

Registration open for MN SOPHE Health Education Summit!

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 21:47:57 GMT

Registration is now open for the 2019 MN Society for Public Health Education summit!

July 25 Lifestyle Medicine Seminar at St. Catherine's University

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 22:04:04 GMT

MPHA Members,

The Physician Assistant Studies Program at St. Catherine's University, is sponsoring a seminar on Lifestyle Medicine on July 25th. Thanks to MPHA Global Health Co-Chair Donna DeGracia for sharing this opportunity!

Please see the attached flyer for more details. There is no registration. Members of the public are welcome to attend as well.

July 25 Lifestyle Medicine Flyer

Lifestyle Medicine involves the use of evidence-based lifestyle therapeutic approaches, such as a predominantly whole food, plant-based diet, regular physical activity, adequate sleep, stress management, avoidance of risky substance use, and other non-drug modalities, to prevent, treat, and, oftentimes, reverse the lifestyle-related, chronic disease that is all too prevalent. (American College of Lifestyle Medicine)

PRESENTED BY DAVID KROSKA, MD

SCHEDULE AND LOGISTICS

THURSDAY, JULY 25 9:00 AM TO 3:00 PM

ST. CATHERINE UNIVERSITY RECITAL HALL OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
TOPICS:

Health trends and epidemiology
Obesity – looking at the question of HEALTHY sustained weight management
Cancer and lifestyle
Cardiovascular disease – prevention and reversal
Diabetes, the global epidemic
Dementia and neurodegenerative disorders

For more information contact Donna DeGracia drdegracia@stkate.edu

See St. Kate's map on attached flyer.

Register by Aug. 6 for 2019 Minnesota Health Literacy Best Practices Conference on Aug. 16

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 21:32:55 GMT

MPHA Members,

You are cordially invited to attend the 2019 Minnesota Health Literacy Best Practices Conference co-hosted by the Minnesota Health Literacy Partnership and the Minnesota Department of Health. This year’s theme is Tools for the Health Care Practice. Participants will learn how to create organizational buy-in for health literacy and walk away with practical skills they can take back to their workplace.

There is no cost for attendance. Participants seeking continuing education credits, may request a certificate of completion with participation hours. Seats are limited. Please register by August 9, 2019, at Eventbrite,https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-minnesota-health-literacy-best-practices-conference-tools-for-the-health-care-practice-tickets-64640672993

When: Friday, August 16, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Location: Minnesota Humanities Center, 987 Ivy Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN 55106

Cost: There is no cost to attend.

Continuing Education: Certificate of Completion with participation hours provided upon request.

Registration: Limited seats available. Please register at Eventbrite by August 9, 2019.

Contact: Genelle Lamontgenelle.lamont@state.mn.us

August 16 Agenda: See attachment

Conference Flyer: See attachment

Audience

·       Healthcare administrators
·       Healthcare providers
·       Health and dental insurance providers
·       Allied health
·       Dental providers
·       Pharmacists
·       Veterinarians
·       Behavioral health service providers
·       Social workers
·       Language services
·       Graduate and professional schools
·       Licensing boards
·       Trade associations
·       Library health science
·       Adult basic education/literacy professionals

Objectives

·       Share health literacy best practices and tools.
·       Foster health literacy buy-in among providers, educators and healthcare administration.
·       Provide a space for networking across fields towards multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
·       Educate healthcare professionals about health literacy and culturally and linguistically appropriate service delivery.

APHA Webinars: Nothing About Us Without Us: Authentic Youth Engagement in Public Health - July 16 & Environmental Justice - July 18

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 16:19:11 GMT

Positive Approaches to Adolescent Health

Encouraging healthy behavior can result in what the 2016 Lancet commission on adolescent health and wellbeing called a “triple dividend” — benefits for the adolescent now, for their future adult life and for future generations.

Don't miss the final adolescent health webinar co-sponsored by APHA and the Office of Population Affairs and Office of Adolescent Health, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Nothing About Us Without Us: Authentic Youth Engagement in Public Health

July 16, from 11 - 12 p.m. CST

This webinar will identify best practices and feature examples for planning for and ensuring authentic youth engagement in public health programs and practices for adolescents.

Participants will learn how to:

Define authentic youth engagement;
Identify best practices or guiding principles for authentic youth engagement in public health;
Identify strategies used to effectively engage youth in various roles that affect their healthy development; and
Discuss suggestions from youth on how to improve their involvement in program planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Presenter:

Elizabeth Berard, MPH, Youth Branch Chief, Office of HIV/AIDS, USAID

Topic: What is youth engagement?

Presenters:

Nikki Payne, Assistant Vice President, Delta Health Alliance

Nakisha Watts, PhD, Program Manager, Delta Health Alliance

Topic: Authentic youth engagement in practice.

Achieving Environmental Justice in the 21st Century: The Way Forward

Join APHA and the National Environmental Health Partnership Council on July 18, from 12:00-1:30 p.m. CST for a webinar tailored toward learning more about environmental justice, racism and the resources available to communities, practitioners and the public. The webinar will also highlight various partnerships working to create awareness and address racism and environmental justice.

Take the MN Heart Disease and Diabetes Community Survey by end of June

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 19:04:01 GMT

Minnesota Heart Disease and Diabetes Community Survey

The Minnesota Department of Health wants to hear from residents across the state to learn how diabetes and heart disease affects them and their loved ones. We are sending out a short electronic survey; it is only two questions. Our goal is to make sure we hear about all the concerns and needs of diverse Minnesotans in regards to preventing and managing heart disease and diabetes. How can you help? Get the word out! Post the Community Survey link (http://j.mp/2I9zKPG) on your social media, email it to your staff, send it out to family, friends, partners and participants via email distribution lists, and respond to the survey yourself! Share the Minnesota Department of Health Facebook post (https://www.facebook.com/mnhealth/posts/2288306191215825) directly to your page. We appreciate your help. We expect to close the survey at the end of June and hope to have information to share with you this fall. Thank you for your engagement and your time!

MINN Summit Nov. 1 - early bird deadline June 28

Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:27:33 GMT

MINN Summit 2019: Connect, Share, Learn

November 1, 2019

Humphrey School of Public Affairs

301 19th Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN 55455

Check out our new Early Bird discount - 25% off Summit tickets! - through June 28!

To get 25% off, simply fill out the registration form on Eventbrite and enter the discount code: earlybird

50 discounted tickets available!

The MINN Summit is a full-day conference offering globally-minded individuals and local organizations a forum to connect, share, and learn. Since 2013, the Summit has brought together more than 1,250 participants, 100+ speakers, and nearly 400 unique organizations. The Summit provides exciting professional development opportunities, offers insight, and sparks conversations that will propel international development success in a changing world. We invite you to join us in bringing together a remarkable community of leaders.

We are thrilled to introduce our 2019 Keynote Speaker, Semhar Araia, Managing Director of Diaspora and Multicultural Partnerships at UNICEF USA. Semhar is a recognized practitioner, organizer and thought leader on diaspora engagement, African affairs, and women's leadership. Araia's mission-driven lens and approach has helped amplify the powerful role of diasporas in the United States and around the world.

Join us for the keynote address, breakout sessions, and activities throughout the day designed to help international development professionals and supporters exchange and learn best practices, as well as share insights and resources about local, national, and cross-national trends in the field. Throughout the Summit, there will be an open marketplace for attendees to familiarize themselves with local organizations dedicated to improving the world. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Thank you so much to our sponsors and community partners:

Interdisciplinary Perspectives on International Development (IPID), The Humphrey School of Public Affairs, Augsburg University Human Rights Forum, St. Mary's University of Minnesota

July 11-12 African Mental Health Summit

Wed, 22 May 2019 14:40:07 GMT

5TH AFRICAN MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT

Thursday, July 11, 2019 at 8:00 AM
- to -
Friday, July 12, 2019 at 4:45 PM (CDT)

Minneapolis Institute of Art
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404

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2019 5TH AFRICAN MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT

"Seeing the past but not captured by it: The Need for Cultural Healing"

This Summit will feature important presentations that would change the perpetuated narratives around race and mental health to transform how the recognition, acknowledgement and appreciation of cultural differences influence mental health care provision among People of African Descent. Recognizing local knowledge and utilizing community-based assets make it possible to provide culturally-sensitive and appropriate mental health services that meets the demands of those who need cultural healing.

Please visit our site here and sign up today, it's only $75.00 for a two day event.

African Entertainment & Cultural Drumming: Titambe West African Dance.

**** Keynoters ****

Dr. Linda James Myers; Professor of Psychology, Psychiatry and African American Studies, Ohio State Universityâ€‹Director of The Ohio State University Black Studies Extension Center in Columbus, Ohio.

Dr. Oliver J. Williams; Executive Director Institute on Domestic Violence in the African American Community, School of Social Work, University of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN.

**** CEUs Available, Arts & Exhibition, Tour of the African Gallery ****

CE Hours for Board of Psychology are 10.5

Group Registration

1. Register 5 people and get free registration for 2 people

2. Register 10 people and get free registration for 4 people

To view the Summit Agenda click here

To Apply for a Scholarship click here

For more information on the Summit, please visit www.africanmhs.com or email africanmentalhealthsummit@gmail.com

UMN SPH Summer Institute Course Highlight: Climate Change & Public Health June 3-7

Tue, 14 May 2019 18:30:00 GMT

Climate Change and Public Health: Short Course at the University of Minnesota

On June 3, 4, 5, and 7 2019, the University of Minnesota’s Public Health Institute will offer a 1-credit class entitled Climate Change and Public Health. It will be taught by one of the University’s Distinguished Teaching Professors, Dr. Wendy Hellerstedt. The course is open to graduate students and community professionals.

A warming planet has negative consequences in terms of environmental degradation, extreme weather events, and social disruption—all of which have health and economic consequences. The course will focus on the important role of public health professionals in guiding policy, programs, and education to prevent, mitigate, and adapt to a changing climate. The course will examine how climate change is defined, its environmental causes and effects, its social consequences, and its health effects. It will also describe public health mitigation and adaptation initiatives; public education strategies; and policy options to reduce climate change, minimize its effects, and heighten resilience. An important focus of the class will be optimizing messages about climate change to the general public.

For more information: www.sph.umn.edu/ academics/institutes/public-health-institute/

Minnesota Age and Disabilities Odyssey Conference July 31 - Aug 1

Tue, 14 May 2019 18:16:09 GMT

Odyssey Conference

Addressing the challenges and opportunities of aging and disability

JULY 31 - AUG. 1

Duluth Entertainment Convention Center

https://mn.gov/dhs/odyssey/

The Odyssey Conference works to make life better for Minnesotans. This two-day forum brings together trusted sources on aging and disability services. It offers opportunities to learn and connect through story sharing, hands-on collaborating, and celebration. You’ll leave inspired, validated, and ready to dig in.

NAMI's Mental Health Annual Conference on October 4th

Tue, 14 May 2019 18:13:12 GMT

Save the Date: Friday, October 4, 2019
NAMI St. Cloud 33rd Annual Mental Health Conference

NAMI St. Cloud Area presents our 33rd Annual Mental Health Conference:
A Closer Look at MN Children's Mental Health Services

Location:
Calvary CommunityChurch
1200 Roosevelt Rd
St. Cloud, MN 56301

http://www.namistcloud.com/annual-conference.html

NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots organization for people with mental illness and their families. NAMI St. Cloud offers free monthly educational opportunities, organizes an annual local conference on mental illness, raises funds and awareness through events such as Mental Health Walks, and publishes a quarterly newsletter for Central Minnesota.

Register by May 10 for Public Health Presents on May 16: “Think TB, an Update on Tuberculosis in Our Community”

Tue, 16 Apr 2019 13:14:30 GMT

Public Health Presents on TB is May 16

“Think TB, an Update on Tuberculosis in Our Community” is the topic of a free Public Health Presents on Thursday, May 16, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Landmark Center in Saint Paul.

The presentation will address tuberculosis (TB) prevention and control activities within the state of Minnesota with a focus on TB in Saint Paul - Ramsey County. Dr. Lee Reichman, the retired founding Executive Director of Global Tuberculosis Institute (GTBI), will be the keynote speaker. Other presenters will include subject matter experts from Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health, the Minnesota Department of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other community partners.

Registration is required and available online: www.ramseycounty.us/PHregistration

Seating is available for up to 100 attendees. Registration will close at 5 p.m., Friday, May 10.

Continuing education credits (CEUs) will be available. Morning refreshments and lunch will be provided.

Public Health Presents, a program of Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health, provides education and training opportunities for public health practitioners, community partners and community members. Additional support for the Think TB Public Heath Presents provided by the Minnesota Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Promotional flyer for the May 16 Public Health Presents

Register by 4/11: Paid Student Field Internships MN Public Health Training Center

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 04:06:05 GMT

* Registration deadline April 11 *

https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/practice/connect/phtrainingcenter.html

Minnesota Public Health Training Center funding announcement

Student field placement funding for internships taking place in the summer of 2019 is now available!

Health departments, community-based organizations, and health organizations often have limited resources to support paid interns. Yet these organizations are eager to work with students and provide students the opportunity to gain valuable, real-world experience. Up to four field placement stipends in the amount of $3500 each are available to support student internships. Applications will be taken on a competitive basis until 20 submissions are received and no later than April 11, 2019.

To qualify for this award, applicants must meet the following criteria:

· Graduate, doctoral and undergraduate (juniors/seniors) students pursing a degree in a health profession

· U.S. citizens, non-citizen U.S. nationals or foreign nationals holding a visa permitting permanent residence in the United States. Individuals on temporary or student visa are not eligible to receive federal funding under this award.

· Full- or part-time students; full-time students cannot receive a stipend for more than one (1) year. Part-time students receive a pro-rated stipend of $1750, for no more than two (2) years.

· Preference will be given to applicants proposing work in communities experiencing health inequities attributed to: race/ethnicity, income, refugee/immigrant status, geographic location, or access to health services, including mental health.

· Internship meets student’s departmental requirements for hours and content.

· Field placement project supports population health improvement.

Students will be required to:

· Develop a learning agreement and work plan that demonstrates the alignment of their project with at least two competencies.

· Complete time sheets noting hours spent in medically underserved and/or rural settings

· Participate in virtual, bi-weekly community of practice with funded students from across the region.

· Produce a poster or scientific report that includes the following: abstract, introduction, methodology, findings, conclusion and discussion sections.

Application process

Application form: Field placement award application, Minnesota Public Health Training Center (DOC)

Submit completed applications to the MDH Center for Public Health Practice by 5:00 PM Central on April 11, 2019. Awardees will be notified by April 19, 2019.

The Region V Public Health Training Center is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31684. These funds are made available by this grant via the University of Michigan.

Register for April 5 Health Disparities Round Table: Immigration Policy Reform: Implications for Public Health Practice

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 17:43:31 GMT

REGISTER FOR THE HEALTH DISPARITIES ROUND TABLE HERE

This year’s event will discuss the impact of current approaches to immigration policy on public health and healthcare delivery systems. Speakers will focus on addressing what policy reforms or interventions are needed to improve the health of immigrant populations affected by current U.S. immigration policy.

This will be an opportunity to network with other public health and policy professionals, explore the changing landscape of immigration policy, and contribute to the conversation of local health policy practice and public heath implications.

We hope that you will join us for our annual event!

Please share the following information with colleagues and partners.

Health Disparities Round Table
Immigration Policy Reform: Implications for Public Health Practice

Friday, April 5th, 2019
Coffman Memorial Union Theatre
8:15 am - 11:30 am

Speakers

Kathryn P. Derose PhD, MPH

Senior Policy Researcher, The RAND Corporation; Professor of Health Policy, Pardee RAND Graduate School

Veronica Svetaz, MD, MPH

Medical Director, Aqui Para Ti/Here for You, Hennepin Healthcare; Faculty, Department of Family and Community Health, University of Minnesota

Stephen Meilie, JD, MA

Director, Immigration and Human Rights Clinic; James H. Binger Professor in Clinical Law, University of Minnesota

Moderated by Jack DeWaard, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology

REGISTER FOR THE HEALTH DISPARITIES ROUND TABLE HERE

Event sponsor(s): The School of Public Health: Dean’s Office, Health Equity Work Group, Center for Leadership Education in Maternal and Child Public Health; Clinical and Translational Science Institute, Academic Health Center; Program in Health Disparities Research, Medical School.

Registration open for 2019 Summer Public Health Institute

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 15:39:26 GMT

Event title: 2019 Summer Public Health Institute at University of Minnesota School of Public Health

Description: Whether you'd like to broaden your career options, gain new skills or simply explore topics in public health, the Summer Public Health Institutehas courses to meet your needs. More than 30 courses are offered in the following topics: the impact of globalization, food safety and protection, emerging infectious diseases, culturally responsive public health practices, health leadership and management, preparedness, woman and child health, and research methods.

Participants can design an educational experience that can be applied toward a degree program or professional continuing education. Most courses span one week and provide participants with skills that can be used right away. Registration opens March 7 for U of M admitted students, March 14 for non-degree seeking students. Registration for non-credit continuing education students is open now.

Location: University of Minnesota - West Bank

Contact person's name, phone number and e-mail address:

Meghan Taylor
Phone: 612-626-8434
Email:tayl0427@umn.edu

Information and/or URL for registration: http://www.sph.umn.edu/academics/institutes/public-health-institute /

HPV Webinar on April 24, 2019

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 13:16:01 GMT

Why Aren’t Information and Altruism Appeals Enough? Targeting the Psychological Sources of Vaccine Beliefs

Join the Scenic Rivers AHEC on Wednesday, April 24th to learn more about why interventions to improve vaccine uptake via vaccine attitude change often fails, or even backfires. We will also explore why a focus on identifying and targeting the psychological sources of HPV vaccine beliefs — deliberations, affects, intuitions, and personal or social motives — could be used to create more effective interventions to improve both vaccine uptake and attitudes.

REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR

EVENT INFORMATION

DATE:
April 24, 2019

TIME:
12 pm to 1 pm CST

SPEAKER:
Dr. Aaron Scherer

Limited to the first 100 registrants

Dr. Aaron Scherer is an Associate of Internal Medicine at the University of Iowa, an affiliate member of the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center, and a member of the Iowa Cancer Consortium. He has graduate and postgraduate training in social psychology, the decision sciences, and health risk communication and a research focus on the psychology and communication of vaccines and cancer prevention.

Endangered Data Week: Register for Feb. 21 & Feb. 22 Events!

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 19:19:07 GMT

MPHA Members,

MPHA is proud to be a co-sponsor of these Endangered Data Week events! Please read below for registration for the February 21 panel discussion, and the February 22 WebEx workshop.

Endangered Data Week 2019 Events

We live in a world where both an overabundance and a paucity of data coexist, and members of vulnerable populations (such as undocumented immigrants, prisoners, and transgender folks) can be at risk from either end of this spectrum. Too much data can dangerously reveal someone’s status or identity, and an absence of data can undercut the creation of infrastructure required to support a group’s needs.

PANEL DISCUSSION
Endangered Data, Data Ethics, and ‘Vulnerable’ Populations
Thursday, February 21, 2019 | 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.
Wilson Library, Research Collaboration Studio
Scholars from across the University consider endangered data from diverse perspectives. Panelists include Filiberto Nolasco Gomez, Editor of Workday Minnesota/Labor Education Service; Lars Mackenzie, doctoral candidate, Department of Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies; and Christopher Uggen, Regents Professor and Distinguished McKnight Professor of Sociology and Law, Fellow of the American Society of Criminology.

WORKSHOP
Requesting Government Information: FOIA for Scholarship and Publication
Friday, February 22, 2019 | 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
Wilson Library, Research Collaboration Studio
This workshop, led by investigative reporter Filiberto Nolasco Gomez, will introduce participants to methods for submitting effective Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for government data and documents.

About Endangered Data Week

Endangered Data Week is an international event sponsored by the Digital Library Federation. It is a collaborative effort coordinated across campuses, nonprofits, libraries, citizen science initiatives, and cultural heritage institutions. Its goal is to shed light on public datasets that are in danger of being deleted, repressed, mishandled, or lost.

About the Event Sponsors
This event was organized by the Library Resources for Transgender Topics Working Group. These events are co-sponsored by the University Libraries, the Digital Arts, Sciences, & Humanities (DASH) Program, the Tretter Collection in GLBT Studies, Labor Education Service, IPUMS, and the Minnesota Public Health Association (MPHA).

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WEBEX INFO

Endangered Data Week - Panel Discussion

Thursday, February 21, 2019

2:00 pm | Central Standard Time (Chicago, GMT-06:00) | 2 hrs

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Feb. 20 - Structural racism and other barriers to health equity

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 18:28:56 GMT

MPHA appreciates partnering with the Minnesota Medical Association. We hope you can attend these two upcoming Health Equity Events!

2019 Health Equity Events

Addressing health disparities within the Native American community
- January 22, 2019 Noon-1pm (via MMA’s Facebook Live)
Structural racism and other barriers to health equity
- February 20, 2019 Noon-1pm (via MMA’s Facebook Live)

More information is available here: https://www.mnmed.org/HealthEquityMN

Jan. 22 - Addressing health disparities within the Native American community

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 18:26:23 GMT

MPHA appreciates partnering with the Minnesota Medical Association. We hope you can attend these two upcoming Health Equity Events!

2019 Health Equity Events

Addressing health disparities within the Native American community
- January 22, 2019 Noon-1pm (via MMA’s Facebook Live)
Structural racism and other barriers to health equity
- February 20, 2019 Noon-1pm (via MMA’s Facebook Live)

More information is available here: https://www.mnmed.org/HealthEquityMN

RSVP by Jan. 24 for the 3rd Annual LGBTQIA+ Symposium: "Envisioning Healthy Futures for LGBTQIA+ Children and Youth" held on Jan. 31

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 16:35:08 GMT

3rd Annual LGBTQIA+ Symposium: "Envisioning Healthy Futures for LGBTQIA+ Children and Youth"

Registration Deadline: January 24, 2019
Event Date: January 31, 2019
Event Time: 5:30 p.m.
Event Location: Mayo Auditorium, University of Minnesota 435 Delaware St SE 55455, Minneapolis, MN

Sexual and Gender Minority Health Initiative presents the third annual LGBTQIA+ Symposium. This year's event will be dedicated to LGBTQIA+ children and youth and their medical, behavioral health, and social needs. They invite students, community members, and healthcare professionals to join this free discussion on the role of modern healthcare in the lives of gender and sexuality minority and gender-nonconforming youth. Through expert and patient perspectives and interactive breakout sessions, they hope to offer a multifaceted educational experience. Keynote Speaker: Erica Anderson, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Professor, University of California San Francisco will present "LGBTQIA+ Youth and Their Health: We've Never Been Here Before".

*RSVP for the event by 1/24/19.

Registration open for Minnesota Cancer Summit on Feb. 28

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 15:05:55 GMT

2019 Minnesota Cancer Alliance Summit

Thursday February 28th, 2019
McNamara Alumni Center
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis

Registration NOW OPEN!

http://cancersummitmn.com

This one day event will give participants a chance to meet and network with other people interested in reducing the burden of cancer for all Minnesotans. Interactive breakout sessions center around the conference themes of connecting, collaborating and communicating.

2019 Minnesota Cancer Alliance Summit Goals

• To connect people from across the spectrum of cancer care and across Minnesota
• To foster a spirit of collaboration among conference attendees around the common goals o fCancer Plan Minnesota 2025 through breakout sessions and networking opportunities
• To give participants tools to communicate effectively to encourage action toward reducing the burden of cancer in Minnesota

Connect. Collaborate. Communicate.

More than just a conference theme

The 2019 Cancer Summit is organized around the themes of connecting with peers, collaborating with colleagues and communicating stories about the good work being done throughout Minnesota. These words represent more than just a catchy conference theme, they are essential to the success of Cancer Plan 2025 and reducing the burden of cancer in Minnesota. When you attend the 2019 Cancer Summit you will have the chance to explore all three themes through breakout sessions:

Breakout 1: Connect

Hear about innovative efforts in the priority areas of Cancer Plan 2025 - prevention, detection, survivorship and treatment - and walk away with new connections to peers in your area of interest

Breakout 2: Collaborate

Find out about the ups and downs of collaboration through case studies and stories from current projects and walk away with new ideas for how to better collaborate with your colleagues.

Breakout 3: Communicate

Learn practical tips and tricks for how to better communicate about the good work you are doing to reduce the burden of cancer in Minnesota to the audiences that matter most to you.

Join us for Cancer Summit 2019! Reserve your seat for only $85

Learn more here: http://cancersummitmn.com

Target Audience

Medical Professionals
Public Health Agencies
Non-profit organizations
Individual advocates

Speaker Biographies

Keynote Speaker: Archelle Georgiou, MD

Dr. Archelle Georgiou is an experienced director, advisor, speaker, and author – who also happens to be a physician. But colleagues think of her as a lightning rod for change. One of Archelle’s greatest passions is using the media to educate consumers. Since 2007, she has been an on-air medical expert and covered more than 1100 different topics: from research, technology and clinical care to health insurance and healthcare policy. The underlying message to viewers in every segment is “doctors and patients are on an equal playing field…so use your voice and advocate for yourself.”

Drawing on 20+ years of experience in patient care, managed care, media, and business, Archelle developed the CARES Model, a five-step approach that consumers can use to make healthcare decisions that balance the best medical care with their personal, professional, social, and economic preferences. In February 2017, she published her first book, “Health Care Choices: 5 Steps to Getting the Medical Care You Want and Need” (Rowman & Littlefield).

Mid Day Plenary Speaker: Emil Lou, MD, PhD, FACP

After completing undergraduate studies in biochemistry at SUNY College at Geneseo, Dr. Lou received his M.D. and Ph.D. degrees (Microbiology and Immunology) from SUNY Upstate Medical University in 2004. He performed his residency training in Internal Medicine at Duke University Medical Center and then subsequently completed his Medical Oncology and Hematology fellowship at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in 2010. He also completed an additional fellowship in Neuro-Oncology at the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke.

Dr. Lou, a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, is board certified in Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine. In addition he is also board certified in Neuro-Oncology through the United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties. He joined the faculty in the Division of Hematology, Oncology and Transplantation in 2011 and is a member of the Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota.

Health Equity Plenary: Vayong Moua

Vayong Moua is responsible for developing strategy and action for Blue Cross’ prevention and health equity advocacy initiatives to reduce tobacco use, obesity, and health inequities among all Minnesotans. Moua focuses on integrating health equity into policy advocacy approaches and structural solutions. Moua currently chairs the Cultural and Ethnic Communities Leadership Council (CECLC) that catalyzed the Department of Human Service’s agency wide equity policy. Moua also co-founded the Minnesota Complete Streets Coalition that led passage of Minnesota’s state Complete Streets law.

2019 Legislative Preview - Environmental Initiative Jan. 18 at Science Museum

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 14:47:58 GMT

Registration open until January 16th (or as space allows):

https://environmental-initiative.org/event/2019-legislative-preview/

MPHA Members,

Join Environmental Initiative for their 18th annual legislative preview to hear from legislative leaders about their environmental priorities for the 2019 session. This event will offer insights into a wide range of environmental topics, including public health, rural vitality, farming, green jobs, and more.

Register now to ensure your participation. We have limited capacity and anticipate selling out this event. (Over 200 attendees participate each year.)

SPEAKERS (TO DATE)

Representative Jamie Becker-Finn (DFL), District 42B
Senator Scott Dibble (DFL), District 61
Representative Dan Fabian (R), District 01A
Representative Peter Fischer (DFL), District 43A
Representative Frank Hornstein (DFL), District 61A
Representative Jon Koznick (R), District 58A
Representative Paul Torkelson (R), District 16B
Representative Jean Wagenius (DFL), District 63B

QUESTIONS AND REDUCED RATES

For questions about the program, contact Meleah Houseknecht at 612-334-3388 ext. 8104.

For questions about registration or a reduced rate, contact Lillie Benowitz at 612-334-3388 ext. 8107. Reduced rates are available for nonprofit staff, students, or those experiencing financial hardship.

JOIN THE CONVERSATION

Let us know you’re coming or share your questions using #MNLeg19 on Twitter. Follow us at @EnvInitiative

Not Happy about Climate Change Happy Hour January 23

Tue, 08 Jan 2019 16:36:41 GMT

Join the Minnesota Public Health Association and Health Professionals for a Healthy Climate on January 23 to learn how health professionals can make a difference in climate and health policy.

Not Happy About Climate Change Happy Hour - register

Feb. 4 Gaylord Anderson Lecture: Preparing for (y)our longer life

Mon, 07 Jan 2019 18:28:04 GMT

University of Minnesota: http://www.sph.umn.edu/event/gaylord-anderson-lecture-preparing-for-your-longer-life/

Gaylord Anderson Lecture: Preparing for (y)our longer life

Monday, February 4
7:30 am - 9:00 am

Join us for the 2019 Gaylord Anderson lecture, part of the School of Public Health’s 75th anniversary celebration, presented by Linda P. Fried, Dean and DeLamar Professor of Public Health at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health. A world-renowned expert in aging, Dean Fried will share her thoughts on “Preparing for (y)our longer life.”

Dean Fried wrote, “The addition of 30 years to life expectancy changes societal opportunities as well as needs. Evidence indicates that there is great potential to increase health span into the oldest ages. This would enable societies to experience the benefits of longer lives and balance the needs of older age. Societal investment in these dimensions could create the basis for a ‘Third Demographic Dividend.'”

Free and open to the public. Please register in advance to help in our planning efforts.

Schedule:
7:30am | Registration & light breakfast
8:00-9:00 am | Lecture

A world-renowned geriatrician and epidemiologist, Dr. Linda P. Fried is a serial innovator, known for tackling the major issues of our lengthening lives that affect our collective health and future. Her scientific contributions include creating the transformational science defining frailty as a medical condition, illuminating its causes and the potential for prevention and treatment as keys to optimizing health for older adults; and research on numerous dimensions on healthy aging. She is the designer and founder of Experience Corps, an evidence-based senior volunteer public health program in which older adults serve in public schools. The program has demonstrated prevention of cognitive loss and functional decline in the volunteers and large benefits to students. Dean Fried’s work extends to advocating the potential for longer lives to be the basis of a Third Demographic Dividend if society is designed to benefit from the social capital of older adults and invest in health promotion across the life course. Under her leadership, the Columbia University Mailman School has built a wide range of new dimensions of public health science, from the University-wide Robert N. Butler Columbia Aging Center to the new science of precision prevention, and has become a key leader in innovation in public health education and in intersectoral partnerships for health.

Dean Fried was named one of the 1% most influential scientific minds of the past decade in 2014 by Thomson Reuters. She is an elected member of the US National Academy of Medicine, and of its executive Council. In 2016-17 she served as the President of the Association of American Physicians. She co-chaired the World Economic Forum’s Global Futures Council on the Future of Human Enhancement. The recipient of numerous awards and prizes, she has been named a “Living Legend in Medicine” by the U.S. Congress, and in 2016, she received the French National INSERM International Prize in Medical Research. She is an elected member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

Linda P. Fried
Dean and DeLamar Professor of Public Health
Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health
Senior Vice President, Columbia University Medical Center

Openings for MN Newborn Screening Program’s Advisory Committee

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 15:07:32 GMT

MPHA Members:

The Advisory Committee for Heritable and Congenital Disorders that advises the MN Newborn Screening Program has vacancies coming available in January and applications are now being accepted.

This committee meets twice per year (spring and fall). Meetings consist of program updates, review of pertinent topics related to newborn screening (including guest lecturers) followed by questions and discussion, and when applicable, voting on which disorders to add to Minnesota’s newborn screening panel. Members of this committee consist of parents, providers, and other experts with vested interest in newborn screening. Membership terms are for four years. At the end of the four-year term, members are welcome to re-apply.

We are seeking a variety of representation of roles on our committee and are thus circulating our current vacancies in hopes of increasing the diversity and experience of those who apply. If interested, instructions for how to apply are below.

Applications should include:

• Open Appointments Application Form (completed, signed, anddated)
• Letter of interest/cover letter, and
• Resume or biography

Applications may be submitted online, by email to Open.Appointments@state.mn.us, or by mail or in person to:

Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State
180 State Office Building
100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
St Paul, MN 55155-1299

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. We are hoping to have our pool of candidates available to be reviewed by December.

Thank you for your time!

Sondra and Maggie

Committee Co-Coordinators

MPHA at APHA: November 12 Annual Luncheon

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 13:25:16 GMT

MPHA will be having its annual lunch on Monday, November 12 at 12:30 p.m. at a restaurant near San Diego’s Convention Center! MPHA members and friends are welcome to join us to learn more about MPHA and APHA, share meeting tips and meet other Minnesotans who are passionate about public health!

If you are interested in joining us, please email Erica Fishman at argc@mpha.net and she will respond with restaurant directions.

(Note: you will be responsible for the cost of your lunch).

Registration details for APHA's conference are at: https://apha.org/events-and-meetings/annual/registration-information.

We hope you can join us!

Oct. 10 Open House for new MPH program at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 20:16:16 GMT

We invite you to share in the celebration as we launch the new Master of Public Health (MPH) program here at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota (SMUMN)! Meet the new Director of Public Health Programs, Farhiya Farah, PhD, MPH, and faculty members who are passionate about creating an emerging public health workforce in the Twin Cities and beyond.

Join public health colleagues, community members, and University faculty members and leaders to learn about the program's mission, vision, and unique program features guided by a social justice focus. Saint Mary's University is a mission-driven community where access to education, teaching, and service to the community are key to creating a just and equitable society at home and around the world.

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
MPH Launch Event

Date: Wednesday, October 10tTime: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMDate: Wednesday, October 10th

Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Location: SMUMN Brother Louis Hall

Alumni Room (BLH 105)

2304 Park Avenue

Minneapolis, MN 55407

RSVP HERE

Director of Public Health ProgramsDirector of Public Health Programs

Farhiya M Farah, PhD MPH

Email: ffarah@smumn.edu

Phone: (612) 238-4522

Serving the adult learners of the Twin Cities metro and beyond for 30+ years!

www.smumn.edu

Friends of the Mississippi River Volunteering and Advocacy Events

Thu, 30 Aug 2018 13:44:21 GMT

Interested in the work of the The Friends of the Mississippi River?

See below for their special Fall Update:

Fall is fast-approaching. Come enjoy the changing colors and temperate days — and evenings! — with us to protect and restore our metro Mississippi River. This autumn, we've planned more than 10 volunteer and advocacy events and one big celebration of the Big River. We look forward to seeing you this season!

https://fmr.org/participate/events

APHA Public Health Fellowship in Government - Deadline Sept. 4

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 11:55:00 GMT

Spend a year in D.C. working in the House or Senate on public health issues.

Deadline is Sept. 4, 6:00 p.m. ET

On behalf of the American Public Health Association, I am thrilled to announce the call for applications for the 2019 APHA Public Health Fellowship in Government. This is the 10th year APHA is offering this fellowship, which previous fellows have described as an “amazing,” “phenomenal” and “life altering” experience. The fellowship provides a unique learning opportunity and demonstrates the value and need for basing policy on sound science.

Training for the fellowship will begin in January 2019 so you must be able to move to the Washington, D.C., area in January. Throughout the year, the fellow will gain a practical knowledge of government and how the public policy process works.

Fellowship candidates must:

be an APHA member;
have a graduate degree in public health or a related discipline;
have at least five years’ experience as a public health professional beyond graduate or medical training (internships, graduate assistantships and residencies do not count);
be a citizen of the U.S. or its territories or have permanent residence status in the U.S.; and
not be a federal employee.

Candidates who do not meet all of the above criteria will not be considered.

Additional information, including the application form and brief articles from the previous fellows, is available on APHA’s website. The completed application, CV and three letters of recommendation are due to APHA by 6 p.m. EDT on Sept. 4, 2018.

Please forward this email to anyone you believe may be eligible and interested. For more information, feel free to contact us at aphafellowship@apha.org or 202-777-2510.

Sincerely,

Susan L. Polan, PhD
Associate Executive Director, Public Affairs and Advocacy

This fellowship is sponsored by an unrestricted grant from the Aetna Foundation.

Doctors Without Borders Comes to Minneapolis!

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 02:12:03 GMT

Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is hosting a "Footsteps of a Fieldworker" tour on September 16, 2018 and a recruitment information session on September 17, 2018 in Minneapolis, MN.

The "Footsteps of a Fieldworker" tour is designed for both medical and non-medical professionals interested in working with MSF in the field. The tour takes place at our Forced From Home exhibition, which is free, interactive, and outdoors.

The recruitment information session is your opportunity to meet our recruitment team and learn about how you can join our pool of dedicated aid workers. We’re currently recruiting for a variety of medical and non-medical positions. Check out the profiles we're looking for here.

Space is limited. Please reserve your seat below for the tour and/or the recruitment information session.

Open positions: DHS BOARD/COMMISSION: MEDICAID SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Sun, 06 May 2018 22:48:26 GMT

Apply today to serve on the DHS Board/Commission: Medicaid Services Advisory Committee!

3 open positions - 1st application review date is 5/25/18 for all:

For more information, please visit:

https://commissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us/Agency/Details/246

May 15 - MN Medical Association LGTBQ health forum

Thu, 26 Apr 2018 00:58:07 GMT

The Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) will be hosting an LGBTQ health forum on May 15^th, (5-8PM) at the University of Minnesota’s Campus Club (4^th Floor Coffman Memorial Union).

The forum will offer an opportunity to do the following:

• raise awareness of the unique health needs of the LGBTQ community

• raise awareness of the health disparities faced by the community and the root causes of those disparities

• identify strategies for creating a welcoming, supportive and quality clinical environment for the community

To learn more, please visit: http://www.mnmed.org/LGBTQForum.

MPHA is a sponsor of this event, and we hope to see many of our members attend!

May 19 Strides for Stroke Walk: Duluth, St. Cloud, Twin Cities/New Brighton

Thu, 05 Apr 2018 14:27:07 GMT

The Minnesota Stroke Association annual Strides for Stroke even exemplifies the notion of an active stroke community. Not only does it allow us to honor stroke survivors and walk in solidarity with one another, it also raises stroke awareness and helps fund programs that benefit Minnesotans who live with the effects of stroke. Strides for Stroke demonstrates that stroke is not an ending. The hundreds of people walking together for a common cause is a beautiful picture of the power of community and the possibilities it represents - for survivors, their families and the people around them.

The 2018 Strides for Stroke will take place on Saturday, May 19 in Duluth, Saint Cloud and the Twin Cities.

Duluth: Canal Park next to the Canal Park Lodge and Endion Station
Saint Cloud: CentraCare Health Plaza
Saint Paul/New Brighton: Long Lake Regional Park

4th International African Mental Health Summit (Jul 12, 2018 - Jul 14, 2018)

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 18:10:09 GMT

You are invited to the 4th International African Mental Health Summit!

Thursday July 12th - Saturday July 14th, 2018

at Metropolitan State University
700 E 7th St.
St. Paul, Minnesota 55106

Hosted by Progressive Individual Resources, Inc.

The Summit theme is
“ Mental Health and Well-Being of Africans in Diaspora: Issues, Challenges, and Prospects”.
We are excited to announce that this year the Summit is a 3-day international event with breakout sessions each day on Thursday and Friday!

Event website

Registration on Eventbrite

RSVP for March 27: Mocha with our Mayors: Jacob Frey, Minneapolis Mayor

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 14:58:29 GMT

From the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits:

As you know, the nonprofit sector is an important partner with local government in building strong and thriving communities. That’s why we're excited to launch Mocha with Our Mayors where nonprofits can meet and hear from mayors about their vision for the future.

You’re invited to meet Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Tuesday, March 27 at Mixed Blood Theater at 8:30 a.m.

Mayor Frey wants to hear from nonprofits and share his priorities for the future of Minneapolis. Join other nonprofits to build a relationship with the Mayor and learn how you can collaborate with Mayor Frey’s office.

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Similar to our Coffee with Congress gatherings, there will be refreshments provided and ample opportunity for you to ask questions.

Event Details
Tuesday, March 27
8:30 – 10 a.m.
Mixed Blood Theatre
1501 S 4th St, Minneapolis, MN 55454
The event is free, but space is limited so RSVP today.

We hope to see you on March 27!

RSVP Online

MPHA is a MCN Member; please email info@minnesotanonprofits.org or call them at 651-642-1904 for help registering under MPHA.

Parking: There is a pay parking lot across the street from the venue.

Refreshments: Coffee and tea will be provided.

Tuesday, March 13 1 pm - Climate Change Webinar for MN, IL, IN, MI, OH, and WI (Part 3 of 3)

Mon, 12 Mar 2018 14:28:35 GMT

MPHA Members: please join us for the final session of the 3-part webinar series, hosted by the Region V Public Health Association (*Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin*):

A Webinar Series for Public Health Associations & Partners to Increase:

Ø Knowledge of climate change & impact on public health

Ø Participation in state & local resiliency planning

Ø Advocacy by public health associations & partners

Webinar 3: Legal interventions Relevant to Midwest States & Localities

Tuesday, March 13, 2018, 1:00 CST

Ø The Built Environment Sara Hoverter, JD, Harrison Institute for Public Law, Georgetown University

Ø Rural Communities & Agricultural Policy Jill Krueger, JD, Network for Public Health Law

Ø Equity/Environmental Justice Oday Salim, JD, Great Lakes Environmental Law Center

Ø Moderator Colleen Healy Boufides, JD, Network for Public Health Law

Interested in professional continuing education units (CEs)?

Contact CEInfo@mphi.org

For more information, contact your Region V Public Health Association

*Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin*

MPHA Co-Sponsor of 2018 State of Public Health Forum

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 16:18:48 GMT

Join your public health colleagues from around the state for the sixth annual State of Public Health Forum.

More information about the program and agenda is coming soon.

MONDAY, APRIL 2, 2018, 9 AM – NOON
WILDER CENTER 451 Lexington Pkwy N, St Paul, MN 55104 (Directions), 651-280-2000

REGISTRATION IS FREE AND NOW OPEN! https://survey.vovici.com/se/56206EE31F762833

SPONSORED BY: MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, LOCAL PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF MINNESOTA, MINNESOTA PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION, UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH

Extended until February 27 - MPHA Governing Council Nominations Open

Wed, 21 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Nominations for the 2018-19 Governing Council are open January 17 - February 27, 2018!

Please visit this page for more details, including open positions, descriptions, and nomination form.

MN CHW Alliance Statewide Conference on May 23, 2018

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 14:38:34 GMT

Funding Announcement: Health Information Outreach Projects, deadlines: rolling & April 1, 2018

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 14:27:53 GMT

MPHA Members, you may remember Derek Johnson as one of our 2017 Annual Conference presenters. Read on for a shared funding announcement.

The National Network of Libraries of Medicine Greater Midwest Region (GMR) is pleased to announce a new call for proposals for projects focused on Health Information Outreach. This year the GMR will offer three funding awards of up to $50,000, as well as several smaller awards for projects under $20,000. We encourage public health and community-based organizations to apply (having/being a library is not a requirement)! Applications for larger awards are due April 1^st. Smaller award applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted. To learn more, please visit: https://nnlm.gov/gmr/funding/health-information-outreach or contact Derek Johnson (derek-d-johnson@uiowa.edu).

February 13 - Climate Change Webinar Series, Part 2 for MN, WI, OH, IN, IL

Tue, 06 Feb 2018 19:04:36 GMT

MPHA Members: please join us for Part 2 of this 3-part webinar series, hosted by the Region V Public Health Association (*Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin*):

A Webinar Series for Public Health Associations & Partners to Increase:

Ø Knowledge of climate change & impact on public health

Ø Participation in state & local resiliency planning

Ø Advocacy by public health associations & partners

Webinar 2 - Frameworks for State & Local Climate Action Plans & the Important Role for Public Health Associations

Tuesday, February 13, 2018, 1:00 CST

Ø The BRACE Framework & Climate Ready States & Cities Initiatives

Kristin Raab, Minnesota Department of Health

Ø Characteristics of Climate Action/Resiliency Plans

Aaron Ferguson, Michigan Department of Health & Human Services

Ø Opportunities for Public Health Associations as Partners in Climate Action Planning

Lois Hall, Ohio Public Health Association

Interested in professional continuing education units (CEs)?

Contact CEInfo@mphi.org

Watch for Announcements of Webinar 3

Ø March 13: Legal Interventions Relevant to Midwest States & Localities

Former MPHA President and Former Health Commissioner (Re-)Appointed by Governor Dayton

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 20:02:51 GMT

January 30, 2018 - Today Governor Mark Dayton appointed Jan Malcolm as Commissioner of the State's health department. Malcolm is a past president of MPHA and succeeds Dr. Ed Ehlinger, who was also a past president. The top priority she will be addressing is improving the system for investigating elder abuse complaints. See more information in the articles below.

https://blogs.mprnews.org/capitol-view/2018/01/malcolm-gets-second-shot-as-mn-health-chief/

http://www.startribune.com/dayton-names-jan-malcolm-as-new-state-health-commisioner/471778693/

Feb. 8 Webinar 2018 Interdisciplinary Research Leaders potential applicants (Rural Health focused)

Mon, 29 Jan 2018 23:29:14 GMT

MPHA Members, take note of the Robert Woods Johnson Interdisciplinary Research Leaders (housed at UMN, and related to the 2018 MPHA annual conference theme) webinar for potential applicants.

Help to strengthen communities through the power of applied research. Interdisciplinary Research Leaders is looking for teams of researchers and community partners dedicated to advancing health and equity.

If that’s you, join us February 8, 2017 (2-3pm CT) for the 2018 Interdisciplinary Research Leaders potential applicant webinar.

This three-year national leadership development program includes an advanced curriculum, professional mentoring and the opportunity to collaborate with people from many sectors and professions across the country. The research themes for the 2018 Interdisciplinary Research Leaders Call for Applications both focus on rural health. They are:

Solutions for better health care delivery in rural America, and
Addressing the social and economic determinants to prevent chronic conditions and to promote health, wellbeing, and equity in rural America.

In this webinar you will learn about the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's Culture of Health vision, hear an overview of Interdisciplinary Research Leaders (IRL) and the 2018 funding opportunity, and walk through the 2018 IRL application process. There will be an opportunity to ask questions during the webinar.

Applications for the 2018 CFA are open January 12- March 14, 2018. We hope you will join us to learn more!

Click HERE to register for the Feb. 8th 2 pm webinar.

Michael Oakes

Director, RWJF Interdisciplinary Research Leaders

Application Deadline

March 14, 2018, 3:00 p.m. ET

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

https://www.rwjf.org/en/library/funding-opportunities/2018/interdisciplinary-research-leaders.html

MPHA Award Nominations Open Now - March 7, 2018!

Thu, 25 Jan 2018 16:41:10 GMT

Nominations for the 2018 MPHA Awards are open January 17 - March 7, 2018!

Please visit this page for more details, including award descriptions/past recipients, and nomination form.

January 9: Climate Change Webinar Series, Part 1 for MN, WI, OH, IN, IL

Thu, 04 Jan 2018 21:09:49 GMT

MPHA Members: please join us for this upcoming 3-part webinar series, hosted by the Region V Public Health Association (*Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin*):

Webinar 1 - Climate Change, Health Equity, & Environmental Justice

Tuesday, January 9, 2018, 1:00 CST

Assessment & Monitoring Tools & Resources; Megan Christenson, MS, MPH, Epidemiologist, Environmental Public Health Tracking Program, Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

Impacted Populations & Vulnerabilities; Peggy Ann Berry, PhD, RN, COHN-S, CEO of Thrive At Life: Working Solutions

Risk Communication; Linda Pfeiffer, PhD, Assistant Professor, Science Communication, Purdue University

Click HERE to join the meeting: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/632604589

Click HERE for the .pdf flyer

Watch for Announcements of Webinars 2 & 3

February 13: Frameworks for State & Local Climate Action Plans

March 13: Legal Interventions Relevant to Midwest States & Localities

Organizers plan to provide professional continuing education units (CEs).

For more information, contact CEInfo@mphi.org

Feb. 1 Public Reception for traveling art exhibit: Mental Illness and the Medication-Taking Experience

Tue, 02 Jan 2018 19:35:12 GMT

Traveling community exhibit To Really See opens at the University of Minnesota

Art challenges stigma around mental illness and the medication-taking experience

Minneapolis, Minn. (December 21, 2017) Avivo is proud to announce that the traveling exhibition To Really See: Exploring the Medication-Taking Experience has opened with the University of Minnesota at the Bio-Medical Library (located on the East Bank campus). To Really See was initially hosted by Hennepin County Library – Minneapolis Central (August – September 2017). This run with the University of Minnesota presents over thirty pieces of art. It shows on the 2nd floor of the Bio- Medical Library until April 30, 2018, with a public reception on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018 from 5:30-7:30 PM. In addition, over ten pieces of separate art from the project has been on exhibit at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth since October 2017, and will display until March 29, 2018.

The exhibition is a project curated by Jes Reyes, the Coordinator of Avivo’s ArtWorks program, and co-organized by Paul Ranelli, a Professor of Social Pharmacy at the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy. Both met at the 2016 Minnesota Public Health Association annual meeting.

... read the rest of the Press Release here!

APHA statement on tax bill passed Dec. 20

Thu, 28 Dec 2017 21:01:09 GMT

Read APHA’s statement on why the tax bill passed on December 20, 2017 by Congress creates a dangerous environment for public health in which millions fewer Americans are insured, key health programs are desperately underfunded and income inequality is dramatically worsened. http://bit.ly/2BPslE5

New tax bill slashes essential funds, creates dangerous conditions for public health

Register now for Eat Learn Gather - UMN SPH Annual Learning Day on Jan. 20!

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 14:13:31 GMT

EAT LEARN GATHER

Register to attend Eat Learn Gather. Listen to experts in the field of public health, network with public health professionals, and enjoy great food!

Saturday, January, 20, 2018
8:30 am -1:00 PM

St. Paul Student Center

SPH alumni, students and community members are invited to Eat Learn Gather, the Alumni Society's annual day of learning. Hear from experts in the field to learn about current hot topics in public health including mental health after disasters, the opioid crisis in Minnesota, and sexual health through a public health lens. This event is open to the public.

Register here.

Schedule

8:30 am | Registration & Breakfast

9:00 am | Welcome

9:40 am | Breakout Session

Choose one: Sustainability Trends in Product Safety and a new Exposure Science Institute at the U of M presented by Asst. Prof. Susan Arnold, PhD '15, Division of Environmental Health Sciences and Ron Pearson, MS '85 or Speaker Pending

10:30 am | Structured Networking and Break

11:00 am | Breakout Session

Choose one: Mental Health Effects of Natural and Man-Made Disasters presented by Prof. Hyun Kim, Division of Environmental Health Sciences or Sexual Health Through a Public Health Lens presented by Prof. Simon Rosser, MPH '97, Division of Epidemiology and Community Health

12:00 pm | Keynote Panel and Lunch
Panel Presentation by Minnesota Department of Health on Opioid Crisis in Minnesota
Jon Roesler, MS '87, Dana Farley, Mark Kinde, MPH '86, and Nate Wright, MPH '15

Save-the-date: MPHA Annual Conference May 17-18, 2018 in St. Cloud!

Mon, 11 Dec 2017 19:00:00 GMT

All are welcome at the MPHA Annual Conference

May 17-18, 2018 at the River's Edge Convention Center in St. Cloud, MN!

Details will be posted as available on the conference webpage:

2018 Annual Conference & Meeting

Join MPHA for Lunch November 6 at APHA! - RSVP

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 02:37:05 GMT

Join MPHA for Lunch on November 6 at APHA's annual conference in Atlanta!

RSVP here

MPHA will be having its annual lunch on Monday November 6 at 12:30 p.m. at a restaurant near the convention center! MPHA members and friends are welcome to join us to learn more about MPHA and APHA, share meeting tips and meet other Minnesotans who are passionate about public health!

Please RSVP to Erica Fishman, Minnesota's Affiliate Representative to the Governing Council at argc@mpha.net and she will respond with directions. Erica is also available to provide information about attending APHA!

2017-18 Policy Forum Series Announced!

Fri, 29 Sep 2017 17:32:17 GMT

Announcing the 2017‐2018 MPHA “Public Health Matters” Policy Forum Series

Who Can You Trust?

Forum Series information, registration, and dates are located on our website HERE

The first forum begins Friday, November 3, 2017 !

The MPHA Breakfast forums are looking for some Friends - please join us!

FriendsOfTheForum_0917.pdf

Sponsorship opportunities are available! Please email admin@mpha.net for information.

Now - October 5th: Survey Participants Needed! "Information Seeking Behavior of Public Health Professionals in the U.S."

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 17:30:09 GMT

Dear Minnesota Public Health Association Members,

We have been invited to assist in a student's dissertation research project, to study how we as public health professionals receive and seek information. Please read below for additional details and survey link. Surveys open now through October 5, 2017.

Thank you for taking a few minutes to volunteer in this student's project!

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You are cordially invited to participate in a research study entitled "Information Seeking Behavior of Public Health Professional in the U.S." The purpose of the study is to investigate how public health professionals seek information in the digital environment as well as understand the obstacles public health professionals experience in accessing and finding information from electronic resources.

The research study will be anonymous, you are not asked to provide your name. Your answers and comments are confidential and will be aggregated in the analysis. It will take around 15-20 minutes to answer the questions. Your participation is highly appreciated, 20-30 people selected from random drawing will be awarded an incentives worth of $30.

If you have any questions you may contact Sarah Al-Mahmoud at mahmouds@simmons.edu a Ph.D. student at Simmons College or her dissertation committee Chair Dr.Rong Tang at rong.tang@simmons.edu. If you have questions about your right as a research subject you may contact the Human Protections Administrator in the Office of Sponsored Programs, Simmons College at +16175212415.

The deadline of completion is Oct. 5th, 2017.

Please click on the link below to answer the survey.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PHealthProfossionals

APHA Executive Director Dr. Georges Benjamin's Statement on Hate Crimes & Racism

Thu, 17 Aug 2017 18:48:15 GMT

Dr. Georges Benjamin outlines public health solutions to hate crimes and racism following the events in Charlottesville: http://edition.cnn.com/2017/08/15/health/charlottesville-hate-crimes-public-health-bn/index.html

New Health Equity Advisory & Leadership Council

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 18:30:00 GMT

The Minnesota Department of Health is accepting applications for our Health Equity Advisory & Leadership (HEAL) Council. The HEAL Council will advise us and provide a forum for honest and constructive feedback on the strategic direction of the Center for Health Equity and broader agency in advancing health equity. The application is a two-part process. The first deadline is Sept. 20. Learn more about the HEAL Council and how to apply.

http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/che/announce/index.html

APHA Executive Director Dr. Georges Benjamin Receives Award

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 13:30:00 GMT

Congratulations to APHA's Dr. Georges Benjamin, recipient of the 2017 National Medical Association Meritorious Award! https://flic.kr/p/WtRLaL

The Effect of Climate Change on our Water

Fri, 11 Aug 2017 19:00:00 GMT

What will climate change do to our water? New Public Health Newswire guest post from APHA's Surili Patel explains http://www.publichealthnewswire.org/?p=18268

MPHA 110th Anniversary Video!

Thu, 11 May 2017 20:12:13 GMT

Did you miss our annual conference? Don't worry, You can still see the video that was shown celebrating our 110th anniversary.

https://vimeo.com/213148457

Make sure to follow MPHA on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn!

Thu, 11 May 2017 15:00:00 GMT

Make sure to follow MPHA on Twitter (@MNPublicHealth), Facebook and LinkedIn! That way, you can interact with others interested in public health, add live tweets to many of out events, and check out out our job listings on LinkedIn.

https://twitter.com/MNPublicHealth

https://www.facebook.com/MNpubhealth/

https://www.linkedin.com/groups/131847

Cure Gun Violence Day at the Capitol, March 21

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 18:17:24 GMT

Cure Gun Violence Day at the Capitol

Tuesday, March 21, 2017

9:00am-1:30pm – Visits with law makers

1:30pm – Gather in Rotunda

2:00pm – Press Conference in Rotunda

http://protectmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Cure-Gun-Violence-Day-flyer.pdf

Gun Violence Prevention PSA Contest! NEW submission deadline is April 1.

Wed, 01 Mar 2017 18:36:39 GMT

MPHA, Protect Minnesota and the University of Minnesota School of Public Health are sponsoring a video and audio public service announcement contest to share the message that guns don’t make us safer. Qualifying submissions will be judged by independent film and radio professionals. Cash prizes will be awarded in four categories during National Public Health Week, on April 7, 2017.

NEW Deadline for submissions: April 1, 2017

PRIZES – IN EACH CATEGORY
1st place: $500
2^nd place: $300
3^rd place: $200
Peoples’ Choice: $100

Click HERE for more information.

APHA joins health and scientific groups denouncing immigration executive order

Wed, 22 Feb 2017 16:25:42 GMT

APHA joins health and scientific groups denouncing immigration executive order

On Jan. 27, Trump signed an executive order that would restrict the admission of certain foreign nationals and refugees to the United States under the guise of protecting the nation from foreign terrorists. APHA joined other professional scientific and engineering societies in sending a letter urging the administration to rescind the executive order. In the letter, groups expressed profound concern that the executive order will reduce U.S. science and engineering output by discouraging “the best and brightest international students, scholars, and scientists from studying and working, attending academic and scientific conferences, or seeking to build new businesses in the United States.” APHA also joined other groups dedicated to promoting a diverse and culturally competent health and biomedical workforce in expressing concern regarding the impact that the executive order would have on patient care, health education and medical research.

Register Now for Minnesotans for Healthy Kids Lobby Day: April 6, 2017

Thu, 02 Feb 2017 04:01:09 GMT

Registration now open for:

Minnesotans for Healthy Kids Coalition - Day at the Capitol 2017

Thursday, April 6, 2017, 8:00 am - 4:00 PM

Join other advocates from Minnesota to speak with legislators in a strong, unified voice about the Good Food Access Campaign and the Statewide Healthy Improvement Partnership (SHIP). Attend training and utilize those skills when you meet with your state legislators. The meeting with the legislators are essential to the success of the day, highly rewarding and expected of all participants.

Lunch included. No cost to attend but advance registration is required. Event is from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Morning training is located at the Minnesota History Center near the Capitol in St. Paul. Afternoon meetings with lawmakers take place at the Capitol complex.

This event will fill up - please register early if you'd like to attend!

Submit a nomination for the Barbara O’Grady Excellence in Public Health Leadership Award

Tue, 04 Oct 2016 20:30:56 GMT

The Local Public Health Association is seeking nominations for the

Barbara O’Grady Excellence in Public Health Leadership Award.

This award is to honor and recognize a public health nurse in Minnesota for outstanding leadership and contributions to public health.

Nominations are due by Friday, October 14, 2016. The award will be presented at the

Local Public Health Association Annual Meeting on November 17, 2016, in St. Paul.

Criteria for nomination are:

Demonstrates creativity and innovation in one’s nursing practice;
Demonstrates consistent leadership within the work setting and the external community;
Assures consistent caring and commitment to clients and families, work teams, and the community;
Demonstrates significant contribution or impact on program development;
Enhances the positive practice of public health (i.e. advancing knowledge, motivating others and creating a positive environment);
Impacts staff, students, and peer relating to their learning, practices or development.

Selection criteria include one or more of the following:

Recognize expertise and leadership in public health nursing;
Important contributions to advancing improvement in the health status of communities;
Advocacy for public health nursing;
Development of innovative programs in public health nursing;
Collaboration with health, education, social services, or other decision makers and service providers.

To submit your nomination online and for more information about the award, including a list of past award recipients, visit www.lpha-mn.org/barbara_o'grady.

For more information, please contact Lorna Schmidt, Local Public Health Association Director, at 651-789-4354 or lschmidt@mncounties.org.

Give to the MAX Day is November 17!

Sun, 02 Oct 2016 15:47:30 GMT

Support MPHA with an extra donation through Give to the MAX Day. You can schedule your donation anytime before the 17th.

https://givemn.org/organization/Mpha

Governor Proclaims CHW Week in Minnesota: May 23-27, 2016

Wed, 25 May 2016 16:46:54 GMT

Governor Mark Dayton has proclaimed May 23-27 CHW Week in Minnesota! Please share this great news and recognize the important work of Minnesota community health workers (including promotoras/es, community health representatives and those working under other titles) to bridge barriers, expand access and improve health across our state.

Click here to view the proclamation.

Thanks to Rebecca Busse, CHW Certificate Holder and Care Guide Operations Supervisor at HealthEast and her team from the MN CHW Alliance CHW Leadership Development Pilot who successfully applied for this proclamation.

Congratulations to CHW programs in Minnesota and keep up the great work!

News Release: Cuban leader to take part in annual meeting

Mon, 23 May 2016 21:36:56 GMT

Dr. Marilyn Hernández Gómez will discuss social factors affecting health, role of community health workers

MPHA Announces New Student Scholarship Program

Tue, 29 Mar 2016 18:46:58 GMT

The Minnesota Public Health Association, an affiliate of the American Public Health Association, invites students in public health (or related field) and Early Career professionals (within 3 years of finishing degree as of June 30, 2016) to submit an application to become a recipient of a MPHA Scholarship which provides $500 to assist in attendance to the Annual Meeting of the American Public Health Association. The 2016 meeting is in Denver, CO from

Oct 29‐Nov 2.

This program provides a scholarship to students/early career professionals for the purpose of

establishing meaningful connections in the public health community, developing future leaders,

maximizing awardee experiences at the APHA annual meeting, and supporting involvement in

affiliate activities.

Once selected, applicants will be matched with and mentored by an experienced MPHA member/past APHA attendee. The mentorship experience is expected to enhance the students' or new professionals' attendance at the conference.

Eligibility requirements, awardee responsibilities, and an application are linked below.

Questions? Please contact: info@mpha.net.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS ARE DUE by June 30, 2016.

MPHA-scholarship-final0316.pdf

MPHAScholarshipProgram-app0316.docx

National Public Health Week is April 4 - 10

Thu, 10 Mar 2016 22:22:06 GMT

See the APHA info page here: http://www.nphw.org/

See local information from our partner, the University of Minnesota School of Public Health here: http://www.sph.umn.edu/events-calendar/nphw/

2016 Annual Conference is set! May 25-26 in St. Paul.

Wed, 09 Mar 2016 21:18:20 GMT

This year’s conference will be a collaboration between MPHA and the Minnesota Community Health Worker Alliance. The theme will be “Health Equity: Many voices, shared vision.“

It will be held on Wednesday, May 25 and Thursday, May 26. The annual meeting will be on May 25.

See the Save the Date flyer here. Registration will be open by April 1.

Governor Dayton Declares February 29 Crush Childhood Cavities Day in MN

Mon, 29 Feb 2016 15:48:45 GMT

Crush Childhood Cavity Day.pdf

http://www.crushcavities.com/

MPHA Announces 2016 Legislative Priorities

Mon, 15 Feb 2016 21:09:32 GMT

MPHA Legislative Priorities 2016

· Support Gun Violence Prevention efforts

· Support Vaccine Education and Promotion efforts

· Support a $6 million investment in for Safe Routes to School infrastructure

· Support a statewide comprehensive multi-modal transportation package that includes significant new funding for active transportation

· Maintain Statewide Health Improvement Program funding

The Policy & Advocacy committee chose these priorities based on current engagement in coalitions or other external groups, and political feasibility.

Also note that the legislative priorities are a guide for the organization, and are not meant to preclude action taken in support of other policies.

Berg and Brust, two public health luminaries and MPHA past presidents, retire in January

Thu, 14 Jan 2016 15:30:39 GMT

Carol Berg and Janny Brust, both long-time members and past presidents of MPHA, retired from their full-time careers in January. Each of them made indelible marks on the public health fabric in Minnesota and will be missed. However, both have pledged to remain involved in public health pursuits in some capacity, including remaining connected to MPHA. We wish you both the best!

Dr. Ehlinger shares stage with US Surgeon General Murthy at APHA in Chicago

Mon, 04 Jan 2016 16:27:56 GMT

Minnesota Commissioner of Health and MPHA past president Dr. Ed Ehlinger and U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy shared their visions for advancing health equity on Monday during a joint presentation at the APHA annual meeting in Chicago. Ehlinger is also President-Elect of the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO). See their presentation abstract at https://goo.gl/j87S2t.

Amos Deinard, MD Honored by APHA Oral Health Section

Mon, 04 Jan 2016 16:09:29 GMT

Congratulations to our own Dr. Amos Deinard for receiving the American Public Health Association's Jake W. Knutson Distinguished Service Award in Dental Public Health on Monday night at the APHA annual Meeting in Chicago. Dr. Deinard is the first non-oral health practitioner to ever receive this award. MPHA is very proud of him!

The MN Newborn Screening Program at the Minnesota State Fair!

Fri, 21 Aug 2015 17:16:33 GMT

As our partner in newborn screening, we want share some exciting news with you—the Minnesota Newborn Screening Program is hosting its first ever booth at the Minnesota State Fair this year from Aug. 27-Sept. 7!

Over 1.8 million guests attended the 2014 MN State Fair. We will be featured at the HealthFair 11 building, which estimates a minimum of 80,000 visitors during the fair. This is an incredible opportunity to increase awareness about the difference newborn screening makes.

Our booth will highlight the stories of Minnesota families for whom newborn screening made a life-changing difference. We will be distributing free I’m a FAN of Newborn Screening fans that highlight seven different family stories, and we will also be giving out I ♥ NEWBORN SCREENING buttons to the amazing providers and stakeholders who visit our booth as a thank you for their role in making newborn screening one of the greatest public health achievements of the 20^th century. Our booth will also feature a Made in Minnesota photo booth where fairgoers can snap a photo and enter a social media contest aimed at raising awareness about newborn screening. Be sure to check out the hashtags #NewbornScreening and #MadeInMinnesota to see all the fun photos and like your favorites!

Healthiest State Summit: Reclaiming Minnesota's #1 Health Ranking - August 6

Thu, 09 Jul 2015 21:57:53 GMT

Twin Cities Medical Society and MPHA Present this live conference.

In 1992, Minnesota had the #1 health ranking. Why, by 2014, did it drop to #6?

Explore this question and be a part of the solution to reverse this trend.

Featured keynote: Edward Ehlinger, MD - Commissioner, MN Department of Health

Visit www.metrodoctors.com for more information and to register.

Questions call 612-623-2885.

Healthiest State Summit Program 2015.pdf

Healthiest State Summit Flyer_08-06-2015.pdf

MPHA 2015 Annual Conference

Fri, 01 May 2015 23:09:11 GMT

2015 Minnesota Public Health Association Annual Conference

Where You Live Matters

May 28-29, 2015

Duluth Entertainment Convention Center; Duluth, MN 55802

http://mpha.net/event-1848055

2014-15 Policy Forum Series

Wed, 01 Apr 2015 14:00:00 GMT

2014‐2015 MPHA “Public Health Matters” Policy Forum Series: "ZIP Code Matters!"

All forums are held at the New Brighton Community Center, located at 400 10th St. NW

in New Brighton.

Registration for the forums can be made at www.mpha.net

Breakfast and on‐site registration begin at 7:00am. Each forum begins promptly at 7:30am and concludes at 9:00am. Public health and community leaders will explore the impact that zip code plays in important areas of our lives. Please join Minnesota’s public health community in these thought‐provoking breakfast conversations:

October 24, 2014… where we work

Panelists and forum participants will explore the intersection of zip code and work. How does ZIP Code affect transportation, the location of industries and job opportunities, and occupation health?

January 23, 2015… where we play

From topics related to green space, recreational opportunities and community planning, our forum panelists and participants will focus their discussion on how zip code affects our opportunities for play.

March 13, 2015… where we learn

At this third forum panelists and participants will explore and discuss issues related to zip code and our schools.

May 8, 2015…where we eat

The last forum will explore zip code and our food access. What progress have we made in addressing food deserts, providing access to fresh produce through local community farmer’s markets, and addressing farm worker health concerns?

MPHA AWARD NOMINATIONS DUE MARCH 27!

Fri, 27 Mar 2015 02:49:40 GMT

Nominations are now open for the 2015 MPHA awards. All nominations must be received by Friday, March 27 and the winners will be announced at the Annual Meeting on May 28 in Duluth.

Nominate yourself or a colleague to recognize important accomplishments in public health.

MPHA Awards

DEADLINE EXTENDED! Nominations for 2015-16 Governing Council due March 27

Thu, 26 Mar 2015 14:00:00 GMT

The Leadership Committee announces the call for nominations for MPHA’s 2015 elected offices on Governing Council. Members of the Governing Council are constant ambassadors and proponents of MPHA. They ensure that the mission and vision of the organization moves forward through leadership and service.

This is a very exciting time, and we need you to become involved to make the nomination process successful. Please consider nominating a colleague or yourself to serve in an MPHA office. If you have an interest in being more active in MPHA and in public health, this is a great way to become involved. We want our Governing Council to be representative of the finest leaders in public health, and we need your input to make that happen!

This year the Leadership Committee is soliciting nominations for:

President-elect (3- year commitment)
Three (3) Members-at-large, including 1 from Greater MN, (2-year term)
Secretary (2-year term)
Treasurer (2 ½ year term)
Affiliate Representative to the Governing Council (ARGC) (3-year term)

Nominations must be received by March 27, 2015.

For more information, including eligibility and submission instructions, open MPHA GC Nomination Call Ltr_2015.pdf.

For information about the open positions and current members, please email Erica Fishman or Cherylee Sherry at leadership@mpha.net.

MPHA GC Candidate Nomination Form_2015.doc

Week 2: "Each One, Bring One" Membership Drive!

Mon, 23 Mar 2015 15:46:06 GMT

Please join MPHA’s “Each One, Bring One” Membership Drive!

Current members will receive one drawing entry for each new member they refer who joins MPHA. The prize is a FREE registration to attend the 2015 MPHA Annual Meeting or 2 years of membership for both the drawing winner and the new member they recruited.*

Have friends who have thought about joining MPHA? Now’s the time to invite them! Consider colleagues in non-traditional public health arenas – such as community organizing, education, housing, transportation, and criminal justice – as well! Members from rural Minnesota are also especially encouraged to join!

Contest Rules:

● Referring person must be a current member in good standing.

Members may refer more than one new member. Each new member MUST include the referring member’s name on the application for the contest entry to be complete.

● The winning pair (new member + referring member) will be randomly selected on or about April 6, 2015 from all eligible entries, and notified by email.

● Each winner has 14 days to respond otherwise an alternate winner will be selected.

● Each winner may choose between a free registration to the 2015 MPHA meeting (taking place in Duluth, MN on May 28-29, 2015 OR a free 2-year extension to their membership. The winners do not need to select the same prize.

Online membership application: http://mpha.net/

Membership levels: Individual, Student, Community Health Worker, Retired, Lifetime, and Organizational.

*Don’t forget: The new member must complete the “Referred By” box on their online application in order for the referring member to receive an entry into the drawing. Each additional MPHA member creates a larger independent public health network in Minnesota. Our increased diversity and deeper network builds more opportunities for public health advocacy, partnerships, coalitions and professional connections!

MPHA Announces 2014 Award Recipients

Wed, 04 Jun 2014 15:51:58 GMT

At our 2014 annual meeting on June 4, the 2014 MPHA award recipents were announced. Congratulations to the winners!

MPHA Announces 2014 Award Recipients.pdf

Governing Council Elections Close Today

Fri, 30 May 2014 16:01:07 GMT

Results will be announced at the annual meeting on June 4.

2014-15 Governing Council Election Voting is OPEN!

Wed, 30 Apr 2014 15:44:14 GMT

Polls for the 2014-2015 MPHA Governing Council are now open, and will remain open until Friday, May 30, at 5:00 p.m.

All MPHA members are invited to cast their votes for the following open positions: President-Elect (1), Member-at-large greater MN (1) and Member-at-large statewide (2).

Each MPHA member may vote only once. You must log in to www.mpha.net and find the election link in the Members Only section. Candidate bios and the link to the ballot will be found there. Votes will be tabulated, and the winners will be announced at the MPHA Annual Meeting on June 4.

Cast your vote today!

If you have any questions, send an email to leadership@mpha.net.

Summer Public Health Institute, May 27 - June 13

Mon, 14 Apr 2014 16:19:18 GMT

The Summer Public Health Institute, now in its 13th year, offers courses for students and practice professionals in public health and related fields. Participants can build or expand their professional expertise, learn best practices, broaden career options, network with other professionals or explore a new area of interest. Courses are intensive, highly interactive and applications based with opportunities for field trips, case studies, hands-on labs and simulations.

Information and/or URL for registration: http://sph.umn.edu/programs/institute/

MN CHW Alliance Conference to be held in conjunction with MPHA Conference - Register Now!

Sun, 13 Apr 2014 19:39:48 GMT

The 2014 MN Community Health Worker Alliance 2014 Statewide Conference will be

held in conjunction with MPHA’s Annual Conference and Meeting on June 5th, 2014!

The partnership means that Alliance and MPHA conference registrants will participate in a joint opening plenary on the morning of June 5^th and also be able to attend breakouts from either conference planned for that half-day. The Alliance conference will continue into the afternoon with a tasty buffet luncheon, plenary program, and breakouts. MPHA conference registrants will have the opportunity to attend the afternoon programming of the CHW Alliance Conference for an additional registration fee of $35.

Please note that MPHA is serving as our conference registrar so registration is on the MPHA website. Payment and reminder emails will also come from MPHA.

Register here for the 2014 MN Community Health Worker Alliance 2014 Statewide Conference

Register here for the 2014 MPHA Annual Conference and Meeting

The CHW Alliance Conference flyer and program overview contain the schedule, planned breakout topics, and other helpful information.

2014 MPHA Annual Conference & Meeting online registration now available!

Sun, 13 Apr 2014 15:22:04 GMT

Click here to register. Click here for more information on the conference program and logistics.

MN Community Health Services Conference-Call for Proposals

Tue, 01 Apr 2014 16:47:19 GMT

Public Health on the Horizon

The 2014 Community Health Conference will be held September 17, 18, and 19, 2014, at Cragun’s Conference Center in Brainerd, MN. Concurrent session presenters must be available on Thursday, September 18 and Friday, September 19. MDH will develop the conference schedule after presenters are determined.

Concurrent session proposals will be accepted through Wednesday, May 21, 2014, at 4:30 p.m. All applicants will be notified of the status of their proposal via email during the week of June 23, 2014.

For more information, check here and www.health.state.mn.us/chc

2014 Award Nominations Open Until April 15

Fri, 21 Mar 2014 17:17:54 GMT

The MPHA awards are a great opportunity to acknowledge the commitment and contributions of public health colleagues. Please consider submitting nominations for any or all of the above awards by Tuesday, April 15. Winners will be announced and awarded at the Annual Meeting on June 4.

More information and nomination form can be found here.

2014 Governing Council Nominations Open Until April 4

Thu, 20 Mar 2014 17:22:02 GMT

Members only: http://www.mpha.net/Default.aspx?pageId=1811055

MPHA Past President and Award Recipient Bob Schwanke Receives Inaugural Alumni Award of Merit from School of Public Health

Fri, 07 Mar 2014 22:23:35 GMT

Robert “Bob” Schwanke, a retired associate professor at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, began his career in public health in 1955 following his service in the U. S. Army. He began as a health education specialist with the Minnesota Department of Health and then served as director of education at the Sister Elizabeth Kenny Institute and American Rehabilitation Foundation. Bob then joined the Minnesota Society for Crippled Children and Adults (now Courage Center) to launch a five-year statewide program to improve accessibility for the disabled. Directing the Architectural Barriers Education and Research Project, he wrote and guided the process to secure adoption of a law by the Minnesota Legislature in 1963, requiring all new and remodeled public buildings be fully accessible to the disabled and elderly.

In 1966, Bob joined the School of Public Health (SPH) as assistant professor and assistant dean, a relationship that would extend into over 25 years of service. He introduced numerous curriculum and course innovations, serving as director of interdisciplinary studies, alcohol and other drug counseling and the joint public health/social work degree program, which has served as a model for numerous subsequent interdisciplinary programs. He also designed courses tailored to student needs in their practice areas such as basic principles and concepts of public health, needs assessment and planning, change management, interdisciplinary team building, and human sexuality.

Throughout his career, Bob stayed active volunteering with the Minnesota Public Health Association (MPHA), serving as its president in 1969-70, prompting its reorganization. He continued to serve on numerous boards and advisory committees of community and state and local governments. Under Bob’s leadership, MPHA drafted legislation that has enabled minors to seek needed help and legally authorize professionals to provide services on a confidential basis. The Minor’s Consent to Health Services Act of 1971 became a model statute across the country. In 1976, he was awarded the Albert Justus Chesley Award for his outstanding contributions to the health of the people of Minnesota by the MPHA.

Since retiring from SPH in 1992, Bob has continued with ongoing volunteer activities with MPHA and St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, and has served as a consultant with various local and state organizations and mentored public health professionals. He and his wife, Phyllis, live in St. Paul.

About the Award: The Alumni Award of Merit, established in 2014, recognizes graduates of the School of Public Health who have achieved professional excellence in the field of public health through numerous years of consistent performance and service, distinguished themselves in their particular profession or field of endeavor, and contributed substantially to the health and well-being of people, communities and society.

Congratulations to MPHA Past Award Recipient Gretchen Musicant on Receiving the Prestigious Gaylord Anderson Leadership Award from the School of Public Health

Fri, 07 Mar 2014 22:17:40 GMT

As Commissioner of the Minneapolis Health Department since 2005, Gretchen Musicant oversees and manages the Department’s mission of improving the quality of life for all people in the city by protecting the environment, preventing disease and injury, promoting healthy behaviors, and creating a city that is a healthy place to live, work and play. Before her appointment to Commisioner, Gretchen served as the Minneapolis Health Department’s director of public health initiatives, a role in which she demonstrated her ability to form lasting connections with community groups and organizations.

With innovative leadership skills, Gretchen played a vital role in the success and strategic direction of several programs including school-based clinic programs, Healthy Start, the New Families Centers and the TANF visiting program, all of which continue to help reduce infant mortality, provide immunization and insurance to new public school students, and improve youth development and family well-being in Minneapolis. One of the key features of Gretchen’s leadership is her reliance on partnerships to bring about change. She devotes considerable time and resources to making connections, developing partnerships across agencies and within communities.

Prior to working for the City, Gretchen honed substantial public policy experience serving as vice president of community health for the Minnesota Hospital Association and a government affairs specialist for the Minnesota Nurses Association.

As a former president of the SPH Alumni Society, Gretchen sits on the School’s public health administration and policy program advisory board and recently chaired the Metro Local Public Health Association. She received the 2007 Paul and Sheila Wellstone Public health Achievement Award from the Minnesota Public Health Association and was designated one of 100 Distinguished Nursing Alumni from the School of Nursing, where she earned her bachelors of science.

About the Award: The Gaylord W. Anderson Leadership Award is bestowed upon a graduate of the School of Public Health who embodies Anderson’s qualities as a visionary leader, teacher, collaborator and public health ambassador, and possesses an abundance of intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and the ability to inspire others. Recipients of the Leadership Award must have:

demonstrated leadership and forward thinking, and advanced public health goals, initiatives and outcomes;
served as an exemplary model or mentor in his/her role as an educator, researcher, administrator, practitioner or advocate in public health; and
exhibited creativity and innovation in building partnerships, multidisciplinary teams or service structures to bring about change.

MPHA Day on the Hill is April 9!

Thu, 06 Mar 2014 23:04:00 GMT

Join MPHA during National Public Health Week for the annual MPHA Day on the Hill!

The theme this year is Health in All Policies. Accordingly we will be focusing on multi-sector public health issues: minimum wage and active transportation.

http://www.mpha.net/Default.aspx?pageId=1242643&eventId=864339&EventViewMode=EventDetails

MDH Advancing Health Equity report availble for public comment

Thu, 09 Jan 2014 21:58:41 GMT

The Minnesota Department of Health's draft Advancing Health Equity in Minnesota Legislative Report is now posted for public comment: http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/chs/healthequity/

This is your opportunity to review and provide additional feedback on the report before it is submitted it to the legislature on February 1. Please note the important upcoming dates and opportunities to provide feedback. It is the goal of MDH to collect written feedback on the draft report by January 24. These written comments will be included in a companion document to the report.

January 15, Wednesday

Community Listening Session, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Minnesota Humanities Center, 987 Ivy Avenue East, St. Paul, 55106. For information about how to sign up and provide oral/written feedback, visit http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/chs/healthequity/.

January 22, Wednesday

A WebEx Community Listening Session, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For information about how to sign up and provide oral/written feedback, visit http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/chs/healthequity/.

January 24, Friday

Deadline for formal written feedback that will be included in a companion document. Email written feedback to health.equity@state.mn.us by Friday, January 24, 4:30 p.m. Subject: Advancing Health Equity REPORT FEEDBACK.

2014 Annual Meeting Planning Underway

Wed, 23 Oct 2013 03:31:56 GMT

Help plan the 2014 annual MPHA meeting/conference. Over 160 people from multiple sectors attended last year's conference focused on HiAP and creating health equity. We need your ideas and energy to make next year's gathering one that will inspire us in our various roles in public health. To get involved, please contact Kristen Godfrey Walters (Kristen.godfrey@gmail.com) or Kristin Voltzke ( voltz006@umn.edu), co-chairs of this conference planning committee.

Be a mentor for SPH students!

Thu, 29 Aug 2013 21:26:04 GMT

MPHA members are being invited to consider volunteering as mentors for SPH students. I know from 16 years of mentoring through the SPH that it is a wonderful opportunity to share experiences and expertise with students. I have gained much through this exchange over the years!

* Deadline to sign up: Sept. 23

* Link to sign up: http://secure.ahc.umn.edu/PublicHealth/sphmentor/mentors.cfm

* Questions: Nichole Axtman, mart1047@umn.edu or 612-626-9303

Thank you for considering this invitation!

Carol Berg

MPHA President

American Lung Association: The Scope of COPD in Minnesota Report

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 14:10:23 GMT

Read the report here.

January 25 MPHA Policy Forum Notes

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 01:40:53 GMT

Notes from MPHA Forum: “Teens and Sexuality--- What’s New Beyond the Birds and the Bees?”

January 25, 2013

Forum Panelists:

· Andrés Alvarez and Kadeeja Rivers, Planned Parenthood Teen Council

· Nina Jonson, My Health for Teens and Young Adults

· Judith Kahn, Executive Director of Teenwise Minnesota

Moderator:

· Ken Bence

Opening Statements/Introductions:

Judith Kahn:

· All young people have a set of fundamental needs

· Protective factors/ assets provide opportunities for healthy decision making

Nina Johnson:

· My Health for Teens and Young Adults (formerly West Suburban Teen Clinic) provides important medical/clinic services for teens, also provides education to the community on sexuality

· Teens need to learn more than just the mechanics of sex and how to have safe sex, but need to know what a healthy relationship looks like

· Many teens do not have role models in their lives who demonstrate what healthy relationships look like

· “Beyond the Birds and the Bees” is really, how do the birds and the bees live together in harmony?

Kadeeja Rivers:

· Planned Parenthood’s Teen Council meets on Monday nights; is a peer group where they learn about reproductive health topics

· It’s really important for teens to know both the medical and emotional aspects of sex

Andrés Alvarez:

· It’s fun learning about reproductive health with the Teen Council

Question (to Kadeeja and Andrés): “How do you communicate with your peers about sex?”

Andrés Alvarez:

· We work with health teachers, also correct misinformation we hear from other teens

Kadeeja Rivers:

· We do classroom presentations, but teens often approach us after class with questions

· Birth control is usually the most common topic

Question (to Nina and Judith): How do you bring up topics of sex in your work?

Nina Jonson:

· Our clinic provides a lot of reproductive health clinic services, and we always do a very comprehensive medical history including reproductive health history

· Bringing up reproductive health is central to our work

· We try to use humor as a balance to reach youth and communities; there is a balance between using humor but also discussing a very serious topic

Judith Kahn:

· We help parents first understand their own values

· Try to help parents understand that they should be having an ongoing conversation with their child about sex, and not just “the talk”

Question (to Kadeeja and Andrés): How do you go about bringing up issues around sex in the high school setting?

Kadeeja Rivers:

· No one really seems to talk to their parents about sex, because their parents don’t want to talk to their kids about it.

· Parents don’t think their own kids are having sex, even though they know the statistics.

Question (to Andrés): How do you open the conversation with teen guys?

Andrés Alvarez:

· My guy friends have pretty open conversations with their parents

· Parents should bring up the topic of sex at a younger age, because if they do teens are more likely to have this conversation with their parents later

Question (to all): In your work and experience, how are we working to address health disparities?

Nina Jonson:

· A lot of work is being done to improve healthcare for the GLBT populations

o This is really a positive change; it’s on the radar that there are a lot of disparities facing GLBT youth and adults

o A young person knows right away if a place is friendly and somewhere they want to be

Judith Kahn:

· Statewide, we see higher rates of STIs and pregnancies where there are fewer resources; it’s important to remember geographic disparities

· Also, Teenwise recognizes the disparities of youth in foster care systems, who are twice as likely to be pregnant, and the needs of youth in correctional facilities

· Really, it is important to target under-resourced communities

Kadeeja Rivers:

· We need to teach comprehensive sex ed in the schools; what I learned about sex was through Planned Parenthood, not through my school

· Repeat visits in classrooms are really important; if the work with Teen Council was more continuous with the same students, we would have a greater impact on the youth because they would feel more comfortable opening up and asking questions with time

Question (to all): Can you speak to working with youth who are experiencing high risk stressors (i.e. homelessness, concerns for GLBT youth, etc.)?

Nina Jonson:

· It is important to know that there are homeless young people in every community, even in the suburbs

· Every year, there are fewer resources available to help youth who are homeless or highly mobile

Judith Kahn:

· Rural communities are often a “resource desert”

· Rural youth facing these types of stressors often will find their way to the Twin Cities thinking it will be easier for them; many end up homeless

· Pressure to end up depending on survival sex is very common for homeless youth

Question (to Kadeeja and Andrés): How much of an issue is homelessness at your school [Mpls South]?

Kadeeja Rivers:

· Yes, homelessness is a problem at South, but as a student, it’s hard to see sometimes

· Cost is a really big issue for most youth because they don’t have much money; it’s really important for teens to know about low cost/ free birth control options available to them

· Sometimes teens will “risk it” and not use protection because they don’t have money and don’t know they can get free/ low cost birth control

· I always try to teach about free/low cost birth control every time I teach, because it’s really important for teens to know they can access these resources and get birth control

Question (to all): How does social media play into this question of healthy relationships?

Andrés Alvarez:

· Regarding relationships, there is definitely not the same type of connection you have on social media vs. face-to-face

Kadeeja Rivers:

· Electronic communication makes it much easier to have unhealthy relationships

· It is much easier to be mean on the computer or via text

· Teens often use the term “fake relationships”

o Girls often want a boyfriend to make their relationship “facebook official”

Nina Jonson:

· When I work with teens, I try to help them put social media in the context of real life

o I will work with youth to consider privacy issues and social media (i.e. if they wouldn’t shout their facebook status to all of the Mall of America, they probably shouldn’t post it on facebook)

· Our Youth Advisory Board describes how comments on You Tube are a great example of just who cruel people can be when they are on a keyboard vs. face-to-face communication

Judith Kahn:

· Social media affects not just sexual relationships for youth, but also peer-to-peer relationships

· Interpersonal communication skills are needed for our youth, because they need these skills to negotiate and express what they need in the real world; they need the opportunity to practice these face-to-face skills

Question (to all): In your work, how do you take into account the wide range of opinions/beliefs on the somewhat controversial topic of teens and sex?

Nina Jonson:

· Early in my work I had a great supervisor who helped me learn how to deal with “angry parent” calls

o Always have to find a place where you can agree with the parent; usually, this is something like, “We both want healthy and safe kids”

Judith Kahn:

· I have found training in mediation has been very helpful

o When talking to those who disagree with your work (parents, policy makers, etc.), you really have to listen and try to hear their underlying interest

Question (to Kadeeja and Andrés): Do you get pushback with your work with Teen Council?

Andrés Alvarez:

· Example: a kid in a classroom I was talking to kept asking questions over and over about Planned Parenthood; finally, he asked something specific about abortion and Planned Parenthood

o This kids question had nothing to do with the topic, which was pregnancy control, but rather expressing negative beliefs he had been taught about Planned Parenthood

Kadeeja Rivers:

· It doesn’t really bother me when people have a problem with what we do, because I believe in what we do and know it’s really important

Question (to all): How can MPHA advocate for the topic of healthy teens and sexuality?

Andrés Alvarez:

· Really, you have to get people comfortable talking about sex with youth

Kadeeja Rivers:

· It’s really important to talk to teens about the resources available to them and what a healthy relationship looks like

· Also important to correct myths right away

Nina Jonson:

· We need to advocate for resources for our youth

· Even in the unfavorable situation where comprehensive sex ed may not available to our youth in the schools, we can still advocate for other programs and services in youth development that serve as protective factors for youth; this will also help them make them healthier decisions about sex down the road

Judith Kahn:

· Strive to be an “askable” adult

o Engage youth in conversation

Nina Jonson:

· Also, it’s OK for adults to admit they don’t know the answer to a question

Judith Kahn:

· It’s important to know that there are tons of resources available to teens and parents (i.e. Teenwise, Planned Parenthood, the U of M, etc.)

Statement by Ken Bence, Moderator:

· Also, funding is a very important issue, and it’s important for MPHA to follow the developments of the Governor’s Budget and advocate for important health funding

Summary of Key Points by Ken Bence, Moderator:

· Have to know basic needs of teens

· Need to be supportive and help teens understand what is a “healthy relationship”

· Youth need to feel safe

· Cost is a very important issue for youth, important to remember this when dealing with teens and birth control

· The topic of pornography did not come up in this short time, but several audience members had questions about this

· Also, social media and electronic communications are a very important issue for today’s youth; as public health professionals, how can we help youth with this?

Please save the date for the next Forum:

March 29th, 2013 -- Teens and addictive behaviors: What are our teens getting into?

Time: 7:30-9:00am.

Location TBA

Panelists and participants will discuss issues related to addictive behaviors among teens from tanning to texting to tobacco and some “T’s” in-between. Discussion topics will include tanning (in the sun, tanning booths and spraying), alcohol use, prescription and OTC drug abuse, the rise of designer drugs and the new ways that smoking and tobacco products are present among teen cultures.

Invitation for MPHA Members: Public Health Education Roundtable, February 1

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 16:08:05 GMT

Framing the Future: The Second Hundred Years of Public Health Education Roundtable

The University of Minnesota School of Public Health invites MPHA members to attend this roundtable and join the discussion on how public health education in the future will affect the community and profession. Donna Petersen, dean, College of Public Health, University of South Florida, will provide keynote remarks and join the panel discussion immediately following her speech. The other panelists are:

Jeanne Ayers, assistant commissioner, Minnesota Department of Health
Andrew Nelson, executive director, HealthPartners Research Foundation
Stella Whitney-West, CEO, NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center
Dan Zismer, associate professor and director of the Master in Healthcare Administration Program, School of Public Health

Friday, Feb. 1, 9-11:30 a.m.
Coffman Memorial Union Theater

Learn more and register here.

Minnesota Scored Five out of Ten on Key Indicators in TFAH Report on Health Emergency Preparedness

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 20:53:11 GMT

Minnesota Scored Five out of Ten on Key Indicators in Report on Health Emergency Preparedness

Majority of States Score 6 or Lower Out of 10 Indicators in Ready or Not?

Washington, D.C., December 19, 2012 - In the 10th annual Ready or Not? Protecting the Public from Diseases, Disasters, and Bioterrorism report, Minnesota scored 5 out of 10 on key indicators of public health preparedness -- 35 states and Washington, D.C. scored a six or lower.

Report

The Minnesota Health Care Reform Task Force voted to endorse the Roadmap to a Healthier Minnesota Report

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:08:53 GMT

Read the article here which includes a link to the Roadmap to a Healthier Minnesota report.

Broken Promises to Our Children: The 1998 State Tobacco Settlement 14 Years Later

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 22:39:35 GMT

Since the states settled their lawsuits against the tobacco companies in November 1998, our organizations have issued annual reports assessing whether the states are keeping their promise to use a significant portion of their settlement funds–expected to total $246 billion over the first 25 years–to attack the enormous public health problems posed by tobacco use in the United States.

In addition to the billions of dollars they receive each year from the tobacco settlement, the states collect billions more in tobacco taxes. In the current budget year, Fiscal Year 2013, the states will collect a record $25.7 billion in revenue from the tobacco settlement and tobacco taxes. This year, our report finds that states continue to spend only a miniscule portion of their tobacco revenues to fight tobacco use. The states have also failed to reverse deep cuts to tobacco prevention and cessation programs that have undermined the nation’s efforts to reduce tobacco use.

Overall conclusions of this year’s report include:

In Fiscal Year 2013, the states will collect $25.7 billion in revenue from the tobacco settlement and tobacco taxes, but will spend only 1.8 percent of it–$459.5 million–on programs to prevent kids from smoking and help smokers quit. This means the states are spending less than two cents of every dollar in tobacco revenue to fight tobacco use.
States have failed to reverse deep cuts in tobacco prevention funding that totaled 36 percent, or $260.5 million, from FY 2008 to FY 2012. The $459.5 million the states have allocated this year represents essentially flat funding compared to the $456.7 budgeted in FY 2012. It is still far below the $717.2 million spent in fiscal 2008 and the second lowest amount states have spent on tobacco prevention programs since 1999, when they first received tobacco settlement funds.
States are falling woefully short of recommended funding levels for tobacco prevention programs set by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The $459.5 million the states have budgeted amounts to just 12.4 percent of the $3.7 billion the CDC recommends for all the states combined. It would take less than 15 percent of total state tobacco revenues to fund tobacco prevention programs at CDC-recommended amounts in every state.

Read the report

IOM report: When prevention is necessary

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 22:33:29 GMT

In the report, released last week by the California Endowment, de Beaumont Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation, an IOM committee outlines a new, recommended framework for assessing the value of public health programs.

First 2012-13 Policy Forum a Success!

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 01:13:39 GMT

We want to thank our panelists: Gloria Ferguson, Health Start School-Based Clinics, Mary Sue Hansen, Suburban Ramsey Family Collaborative, and Megan Schnobrich, Boynton Health Service, University of Minnesota.

Check out a few photos of the event on our Facebook page and read the notes if you were unable to show up.

Also, don't forget to mark your calendars (registration soon) for our next forum in the Teenage Experience series on January 25, 2013:

Teens and Sexuality -- What’s new beyond the birds and the bees?

Panelists and forum participants will focus their discussion on the topic of teenage sexuality. Topics will include encouraging healthy social relationships, the role of social media as a contact point for exploitation, the controversies surrounding the HPV vaccine, and the rise of sexually transmitted diseases among teens.

More info on upcoming forums on our Forums page.

October 2012 Newsletter

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 20:31:26 GMT

The MPHA October 2012 newsletter has been published and posted here.

MPHA October 2012 Newsletter.pdf

Public health advocates receive 2012 community health service awards

Sun, 07 Oct 2012 22:20:33 GMT

Minnesota Commissioner of Health Dr. Ed Ehlinger presented awards Wednesday to honor individuals and one group for their significant community service and public health accomplishments. Awardees were selected by their peers and received their awards at the 2012 Community Health Conference before about 370 attendees and a number of past Minnesota commissioners of health.

The annual Community Health Awards recognize and acknowledge individuals or groups who make significant contributions to public health in Minnesota. Recognition of these accomplishments by elected officials and local and state public health staff is a long standing and honorable tradition of the annual Community Health Conference. Recipients of the awards are nominated by their peers. Nominations are received for review and selection by the Nominating and Awards Workgroup of the State Community Health Services Advisory Committee (SCHSAC). Awards are presented by the Commissioner of Health at the conference during an awards ceremony. For more information on the Community Health Awards, please visit: http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/cfh/ophp/system/awards/.

"I am consistently impressed by the passion and dedication of Minnesota's public health professionals, elected officials and volunteers who work to promote health in Minnesota. No matter what challenges they face, they always put the health of Minnesotans first," Ehlinger said.

The following were honored at the 2012 Community Health Awards Ceremony October 3.

2012 Award for Outstanding Dedication to Local Public Health
Pope County Commissioner Larry Kittelson was honored for his dedication to and advocacy on behalf of local public health. Commissioner Kittelson understands the foundational importance of health for a thriving community, and has been active in a diverse range of public health related committees and governing boards, including those addressing interagency early intervention, family service collaboration, environmental health, adult mental health, county-based purchasing, and the nurse-family partnership.

2012 Jack Korlath Partnership Award
Kim Edelman and Ann Kinney, both of the Minnesota Department of Health's Minnesota Center for Health Statistic, are a well-known team, and offer their skills freely at the state and local level to ensure that others have and understand the data they need, and how to best use that data. In addition to providing technical assistance to local public health and other state employees, Kinney and Edelman also facilitate regional data discussion groups on a regular basis, and strive to ensure that data is approachable, rather than intimidating, for users.

2012 Lou Fuller Award for Distinguished Service in Eliminating Health Disparities
Wilhelmina Holder, executive director of the Women's Initiative for Self-Empowerment (WISE), is a founding member of the African and American Friendship Association for Cooperation and Development, which aims to improve cultural and linguistically-appropriate health care services by integrating foreign-trained health professionals in the U.S. workforce. Out of this organization was born the University of Minnesota's Preparation for Residence Program, which trains foreign-born physicians in U.S. medical care and eventually prepares them for licensure. Lou Fuller's daughter, Suzanne Burke of Atlanta, GA, was also present in recognition of this award.

2012 Commissioner's Award for Distinguished Service in Community Health Services
Sue Zuidema, formerly of Hennepin County Human Services and Public Health Department (HSPHD) became director of HSPHD in 1983, and has provided a great deal of leadership and aid to programs to benefit the health of Hennepin County residents, including development of suburban maternal and child health clinics, regulation of the Hennepin County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system, surveillance and investigation of disease and outbreaks, and expansion of environmental health services. Zuidema also pioneered a number of public health programs, including immunization registries to keep parents up to date with childhood immunizations, an "assured care program" to help residents find sliding-fee clinics, the Ryan White Care Act to ensure that residents with HIV/AIDS have access to needed services, and a project to provide needed public health services to those in emergency shelters or drop-in centers.

2012 Jim Parker Leadership Award
Bonnie Engen, director of the Clearwater County Nursing Service and current administrator of the North Country Community Health Board. Engen serves on a number of task forces and committees, and mentors staff and colleagues throughout the region. Engen played an instrumental role in developing the Statewide Health Improvement Plan for her seven-county project, and has notably increased collaboration across local health departments and community health boards. She is known for her dedication to vision, cooperation, and innovation in her leadership and her everyday practice of public health.

Certificate of Recognition
Gloria Tobias of Countryside Public Health, was honored for her work in disease prevention and emergency preparedness. Tobias frequently leads the region's immunization committees and activities, and is a valued part of regional emergency preparedness activities. She is also effective and creative in partnering with the community to further the work of public health.

Ann DeLa Vergne, formerly of Washington County Public Health and Environment, was honored for her commitment to healthy food for the community. DeLa Vergne's work has supported a number of healthy foods initiatives. The Fresh Green Bucks program, which currently runs in three Washington County grocery stores, allows shoppers to purchase coupons that translate to fresh fruit and vegetables for local food shelves. The volunteer-run Our Community Kitchen serves healthy breakfasts two days per week, regardless of ability to pay, and uses locally grown and produced foods. DeLa Vergne also helped support the establishment of six community gardens in and around Washington and Ramsey Counties, two of which are located in mobile home parks.

Henry Street Consortium, a collaboration of schools of nursing, local health departments, and the Minnesota Department of Health over the past decade has developed tools and resources that enrich student experience while also helping local health departments meet community health improvement goals. Last year, the Consortium published the Henry Street Model for Nurses, a clinical manual for population-based public health nursing, which is being used in nursing schools in Minnesota and beyond.

Summary
Awards were presented to: Ann DeLa Vergne (formerly of Washington County Public Health and Environment), Kim Edelman (Minnesota Department of Health), Bonnie Engen (Clearwater County Nursing Service and North Country Community Health Board), the Henry Street Consortium, Wilhelmina Holder (Women's Initiative for Self-Empowerment), Ann Kinney (Minnesota Department of Health), Larry Kittelson (Pope County Commissioner), Gloria Tobias (Countryside Public Health), and Sue Zuidema (formerly of Hennepin County Human Services and Public Health).

MDH News Release: Second meningitis case found in Minnesota

Sun, 07 Oct 2012 22:18:59 GMT

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has identified a second meningitis case in a patient treated with injectable steroids from a compounding pharmacy in Massachusetts.

Like the first case, the new case involves a woman in her forties who was evaluated after having possible symptoms of meningitis. Like the first patient, she was hospitalized, and is being treated with antibiotic and antifungal drugs.

MDH officials believe they may see additional cases as they proceed with the task of notifying approximately 950 Minnesota patients who were treated with steroid products produced by the New England Compounding Center. Additional cases will not be proactively announced, but will be posted to the MDH website at http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/idepc/diseases/meningitis/fungal/index.html.

The site where the case numbers are posted includes a subscription option, so users can receive regular email updates whenever new information becomes available.

A Public Health Journal hosted by Dr. Ed Ehlinger

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 18:20:48 GMT

A Public Health Journal is a weekly cable television program with host Dr. Ed Ehlinger. The program is produced by Minneapolis Office of Media Services, Minnesota Department of Health,and the Hennepin County Human Services and Public Health Department. Sponsors include the University of Minnesota Boynton Health Service, Minnesota Public Health Association and the Twin Cities Medical Society, Each week Dr. Ehlinger is joined by a variety of guests to discuss health issues and problems

For more info:

http://bit.ly/PWgkvW

Adult Obesity Rate in Minnesota Could Reach 54.7 Percent by 2030, According to New Study

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 20:01:18 GMT

The number of obese adults, along with related disease rates and health care costs, is on course to increase dramatically in Minnesota over the next 20 years, according to F as in Fat: How Obesity Threatens America's Future 2012, a report released today by Trust for America's Health (TFAH) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF).

http://healthyamericans.org/reports/obesity2012/?stateid=MN

Local Public Health Association: 2012 Barbara O’Grady Excellence in Public Health Nursing Leadership Award Nomination Due Oct. 10

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 21:55:48 GMT

The Barbara O’Grady Excellence in Public Health Nursing Leadership Award was established in 1991 to recognize and honor public health nurses working in management or education settings in Minnesota for outstanding leadership and contributions to public health.

http://www.lpha-mn.org/barbara_o'grady.html

September 2012 MPHA Newsletter Available

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 17:30:05 GMT

MPHA September 2012 Newsletter

2011-2012 MPHA Annual Report Now Available

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 19:54:28 GMT

MPHA 2011 - 2012 Annual Report.pdf

NPR: The Secrets in a Cigarette

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 19:33:39 GMT

http://minnesota.publicradio.org/features/npr.php?id=160752629

Comments sought for prevention and public health recommendations

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 15:43:27 GMT

Public input is requested on the draft recommendations (PDF: 986KB/11 pages) of the Prevention and Public Health Work Group. Please direct your responses to HealthReform.MN@state.mn.us and mention Prevention and Public Health in the subject field. Comments are requested by noon on Friday, September 7.

Public Conversations & Public Solutions: Making Health and Health Care Better in Minnesota

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:34:19 GMT

The Bush Foundation and Citizens League recently completed a Citizen Solutions initiative around health care that involved about 40 community conversations with more than 1,000 Minnesotans, as well as online discussions with more than 4,100 Minnesotans.

http://bit.ly/N9PAbO

"Health Care Homes: A Framework for Primary Care Transformation" and ICSI Patient Activation & Engagement Three Month Learning Collaborative

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:24:29 GMT

ICSI and MDH have teamed up so that you can take advantage of a full day of regional learning opportunities. Sessions for the face to face portion of the ICSI Three Month Learning Collaborative and the MDH workshops will be held in:

Brainerd - September 13th
Willmar - September 21st
Rochester - September 28th
Metro - October 1st

Participants must register separately for the ICSI and MDH offerings.

http://www.health.state.mn.us/healthreform/homes/events/

Health Reform: State gets federal approval for innovative health care payment reform

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:22:30 GMT

Minnesota can continue forward on effort to improve care for Medicaid enrollees while saving taxpayer dollars.

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) in August announced federal approval to implement changes to the way it pays health care providers under the state’s Medicaid program.

More info:
http://healthreform.health.state.mn.us/2012/08/state-gets-federal-approval-for.html

August MPHA Newsletter Now Available

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 05:28:26 GMT

MPHA August 2012 Newsletter

Move over Carly Rae Jepsen! APHA’s “Let’s Get Ready!” champions disaster preparedness in song

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 03:32:07 GMT

Staff members of APHA sang, danced and practiced readiness in their homage to Billboard chart-topper, “Call Me Maybe.” The YouTube video got over 2,500 hits in its first two weeks of release. Help promote disaster readiness and groundbreaking choreography by viewing and sharing the video with friends, family and colleagues. Disasters happen, so let’s get ready!

The American Lung Association in Minnesota is seeking a full-time manager of respiratory services in St. Paul

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 16:27:35 GMT

The American Lung Association in Minnesota is seeking a full-time manager of respiratory services. This manager will assist Director of Respiratory Health with development and implementation of lung disease education programs for patients, caregivers, and professionals. Essential functions include: partnering with clinics and hospitals on quality improvement projects; gathering and reporting disease-specific morbidity and mortality data to describe the scope of lung disease in Minnesota; and building disease-specific coalitions and workgroups. A four-year degree and 4 years equivalent of education/experience in Public Health, Community Health Education, or related field. Masters preferred. For more information, go to: http://bit.ly/Mv4XgG

RFA for Minnesota Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) Subcontract Program of the Minnesota Food and Nutrition Network

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 21:09:39 GMT

Letter of Intent must be received (electronically) by 5:00PM on Friday, July 20, 2012

The Minnesota Food and Nutrition Network (MFNN) is a member-based organization that fosters coalitions to build and strengthen alliances focused on nutrition and physical activity for low-income persons.

More info and to apply:

http://www.extension.umn.edu/health/network.html

Health Impact Project: Funding Available to Bring Health into Decisions in Non-Health Sectors

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 19:41:46 GMT

the Health Impact Project, a collaboration of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and The Pew Charitable Trusts, announced a call for proposals for grants to conduct health impact assessments (HIAs). HIAs identify and address the health impacts of decisions in other sectors, such as planning roads, passing agriculture legislation, or siting schools.

“Public health professionals, policy makers and communities are increasingly finding health impact assessments a valuable tool to bring health into decisions in other sectors in order to address problems like diabetes, asthma, and injury,” said Aaron Wernham, M.D., director of the Health Impact Project. “The field is growing quickly. We will continue to support organizations and regions that are new to using health impact assessments, while, for the first time, helping experienced practitioners find ways to make HIA a routine, sustainable part of decision making.”

The call for proposals will support two kinds of awards: demonstration project grants, which will each fund a single HIA to inform a specific upcoming decision on a proposed policy, program, plan, or project; and HIA program grants, which will allow organizations with prior experience to develop stable HIA programs that endure beyond the conclusion of the grant period. Grants will support government agencies, educational organizations, or non-profits.

Up to eight demonstration project grants will be awarded, each for up to $75,000. Applicants need not have prior experience conducting an HIA. Applicants proposing innovative topics for an HIA, those with strong plans for engaging stakeholders (including community members, policymakers, and industry), and those seeking to work in states or regions that have seen relatively little HIA activity to date will receive preference. (For more information about current locations and the decisions the HIAs are informing, please see the map of HIA activity in the United States.) The Health Impact Project will provide training and technical assistance to all grantees throughout each grant. Three of the grants will be Minnesota, funded through support from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation.

The Health Impact Project will also fund up to three HIA program awards, each for up to $250,000. These grants will allow organizations with prior experience to conduct at least two new HIAs and to implement a plan that establishes the relationships, systems, and funding mechanisms needed to maintain a stable HIA program that endures beyond the conclusion of the grant period.

Applications are due September 14. The Health Impact Project will also host three webinars for potential applicants:

August 1, 2012 – General information for all interested applicants.
August 7, 2012 – Information on the “Screening” stage of HIA. This call will help demonstration grant applicants define an appropriate decision-making target for the HIA.
August 15, 2012 – General information web conference call for interested HIA program applicants.

Registration is required for all webinar attendees. Early response is encouraged, as participation will be limited.

During the previous call for proposals, additional resources from other funders expanded the number of grants available. In the event that the number of grants available for this call for proposals increases, that information, including details such as the topics or geographic regions, will be communicated via the Health Impact Project funding opportunity page and e-newsletter.

APHA: Supreme Court upholds Affordable Care Act in major victory for public health

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 16:12:59 GMT

This morning, in 5-4 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Care Act. The majority opinion was authored by Chief Justice John Roberts and was joined by Justices Elena Kagan, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Stephen Breyer and Sonia Sotomayor. The ruling represents a major victory for public health advocates who worked tirelessly over the past two years in support of the law.

“Today’s historic ruling by the nation’s highest court marks a significant milestone in our national efforts to improve the delivery and financing of health services in the U.S. and to promote health and wellness rather than disease treatment,” said Georges C. Benjamin, MD, FACP, FACEP (E), executive director of APHA in a statement released by the Association following the court’s decision.

For additional information about the court’s decision, visit the Supreme Court’s website or SCOTUSblog.

On Thursday, July 5, at 3 p.m. ET, APHA and other health partners will sponsor a webinar with leading health legal experts to discuss the implications of the court’s decision.

For background on key provisions in the ACA, including the Prevention and Public Health Fund, visit APHA’s health reform website. For an overview of the law as well as state-specific fact sheets on how your state is benefiting from the ACA, visit the Healthcare.gov website.

APHA releases prevention fund brief

In June, APHA’s Center for Public Health Policy released a new issue brief: The Prevention and Public Health Fund: A Critical Investment in our Nation’s Physical and Fiscal Health.

Created by the ACA, the Prevention and Public Health Fund is an investment in activities that can help communities improve health outcomes and help the U.S. decrease health care costs. The issue brief summarizes the need for and impact of prevention and public health funding, reviews the design and intentions of the Fund, and provides an update on how the Fund has been implemented and allocated to date.

School of Public Health at the University of Minnesota - Public Health Certificate in Performance Improvement (PI)

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 20:01:07 GMT

The School of Public Health at the University of Minnesota invites you and members of your organization to enroll in a newly designed Public Health Certificate in Performance Improvement (PI).

Launched in fall of 2011, the inaugural class consisted of 24 leaders and key decision-makers from local and state public health departments across the country. Taught by nationally-recognized faculty and public health experts, the Certificate in Performance Improvement is designed specifically to teach public health professionals the methods and techniques for successfully implementing Performance Improvement projects in public health departments.

For more info:
http://www.sph.umn.edu/programs/certificate/piph/

MN Safety Council Seeking Nominations for the Champion of Child Safety Award for Childhood Unintentional Injury Prevention

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 15:37:57 GMT

Nominations must be submitted no later than July 31, 2012

Organizers of the Fourth Annual Minnesota Childhood Injury Summit are requesting nominations for the Champion of Child Safety Award. The award honors an individual or organization that has made significant contributions to the prevention of unintentional injuries to children in Minnesota. The recipient will be recognized at the summit on September 20, 2012, in St. Paul.

For more info: http://bit.ly/O4sGon

MPHA signs on to open letter on health reform

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 23:24:09 GMT

MPHA is one of 18 organizations and 21 legislators to sign a letter to the people of Minnesota in support of many principles of health care reform. It was sent to media outlets on June 21.

MPHA Open letter on health reform.pdf

MPHA June Newsletter

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 19:02:58 GMT

See this month's latest news!

MPHA June 2012 Newsletter.pdf

MPHA 2012 Annual Meeting announced!

Mon, 21 May 2012 19:11:00 GMT

This year's annual meeting will be a 2-day event! Mark your calendars for September 27 & 28 at the Ramada Inn in Bloomington. The theme is "Public Health: It's for the People, by the People." Details to follow.

Questions from March 23 Forum

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 21:39:07 GMT

Are we winning (or losing) the battle on

teenage mental health?

At our policy forum on March 23. 2012, many questions were submitted by the audience, but only a few were able to be asked. Here is a list of all the questions that were submitted. Feel free to start a discussion on any of these questions by clicking on the 'Add comment' link below.

MPHA Forum Questions 032312.pdf