• For over ten years, NINDS has participated in Brain Awareness Week, taking place in 2023 from March 13 – 19, as a weeklong celebration of both the complexity and mystery of the brain. (nih.gov)
  • Today, I am happy to announce that the findings and recommendations from our two-year strategic planning effort for health disparities and equity research are published in a special issue of Neurology. (nih.gov)
  • Several disparities in awareness were found. (cdc.gov)
  • American Indian and Alaska Native men face greater health disparities, so regular doctor visits and screening tests are important in reducing the risks of common health issues that affect men. (ihs.gov)
  • Understanding factors that contribute to sleep health disparities could inform improved approaches tailored for specific populations and sensitive to sociocultural contexts. (nih.gov)
  • Sleep health disparities (SHDs) are differences in one or more dimensions of sleep health (duration, efficiency, timing, regularity, alertness, and quality) -on a consistent basis- that adversely affect designated disadvantaged populations. (nih.gov)
  • Pronounced SHDs can be found among these populations in the U.S. The incidence and prevalence of sleep deficiencies at a population level are influenced by many of the same determinants that influence other health outcomes with known disparities. (nih.gov)
  • Improve sleep health by targeting populations that experience health disparities. (nih.gov)
  • Enable data-driven health policies aimed at promoting consistent sleep and circadian rhythms and management of sleep and circadian disorders in populations burdened by health disparities. (nih.gov)
  • Develop multilevel strategies to disseminate and implement guideline-based and high-quality care for sleep and circadian rhythm disorders in populations with existing health disparities. (nih.gov)
  • Develop multilevel interventions that incorporate social and environmental determinants of health to address disparities in sleep and circadian rhythms health care. (nih.gov)
  • Leverage information technology and data science to promote health equity in prevention, identification, and treatment of populations experiencing health disparities. (nih.gov)
  • May is National Stroke Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the symptoms and risk factors of stroke. (nih.gov)
  • These efforts continue to raise awareness about the importance of testing for indoor radon in homes and schools, installing mitigation systems to reduce indoor radon concentrations, and using radon-resistant construction techniques to prevent exposure. (cdc.gov)
  • The EUthyroid2 project aims to raise awareness of iodine in adolescents and among women up to the age of 24 before pregnancy, through a collaborative effort of scientists from various European institutions, including Dr Sarah Bath, Lecturer in Public Health Nutrition at the University of Surrey and Professor Jayne Woodside from the Centre of Public Health and Institute for Global Food Security at Queen's University Belfast. (surrey.ac.uk)
  • What we hope to do in this study is raise awareness of iodine and the problems of becoming deficient. (surrey.ac.uk)
  • It is important to raise awareness of preventable health issues, and encourage early detection and treatment of diseases among American Indian and Alaska Native men. (ihs.gov)
  • Join a hike in your area or donate to an upcoming hike to help raise awareness and funds for skin cancer prevention and detection initiatives in your community. (aad.org)
  • The conclusions, findings, and opinions expressed by authors contributing to this journal do not necessarily reflect the official position of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Public Health Service, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or the authors' affiliated institutions. (cdc.gov)
  • In recognition of Human Trafficking Prevention Month which is observed each January, the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Catalyst Program at Drexel University's Dornsife School of Public Health, in partnership with the US Department of Health and Human Services Region III Anti-Trafficking Task Force, hosted a two-part webinar series on human trafficking and increasing awareness among public health and healthcare practitioners. (drexel.edu)
  • 1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia. (nih.gov)
  • 3 Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4770 Buford Highway NE, MS F73 Atlanta, GA 30341-3717. (nih.gov)
  • The 2013 NPHW theme was developed to highlight the value of prevention and the importance of public health systems in preventing disease, saving lives and curbing health care spending. (theeap.com)
  • Although not originally focused on HIV/AIDS prevention or awareness, staff at health clinics and support organizations frequently counseled individuals on pursuing safer, healthier behaviors and, in the process, became key participants in fighting the epidemic in Indian Country. (nih.gov)
  • Strategies depend on wider awareness that prevention works. (psychologytoday.com)
  • Limited public understanding may impede healthy public policy and effective prevention. (psychologytoday.com)
  • Child sexual abuse can assume its rightful place as a preventable public health priority if practitioners take three steps to reframe the issue with the general public, according to research led by the Moore Center for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse. (psychologytoday.com)
  • Now, after years of a narrative that treats people who have engaged in sexually abusive behavior as monsters, "the public's current understanding of CSA impedes efforts to influence public policy" to embrace effective prevention strategies, the new paper argues. (psychologytoday.com)
  • Additionally, GRASP formed a partnership with the Division of Adolescent and School Health (DASH) in the National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention to analyze data from nationally representative samples of school districts and schools from the School Health Policies and Practices Study (SHPPS). (cdc.gov)
  • Finally, GRASP provided expertise in geospatial science and GIS to CDC's Division of Cancer Prevention and Control (DCPC) to support radon awareness efforts in state cancer control plans. (cdc.gov)
  • The connection of place, policy, and health is key to raising awareness and expanding prevention measures against environmental hazards such as radon. (cdc.gov)
  • During November 15-December 9, 2016, interviews were conducted with 269 pregnant women and community members living in the USVI to assess awareness, beliefs, and actions related to Zika virus and local prevention and control measures. (cdc.gov)
  • Early detection and prevention can save lives, and during Men's Health Week it is important to encourage men to make their health a priority. (ihs.gov)
  • National Adult Immunization Awareness Week draws attention to efforts that promote prevention and control of vaccine-preventable diseases. (cdc.gov)
  • Today marks the end of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. (momsdemandaction.org)
  • Gabby O'Leary, a recent MPH graduate (2022) with a concentration in Health Management and Policy and MCH trainee reflected on the importance of trauma-informed care and being aware of potential signs of human trafficking. (drexel.edu)
  • The Community Sleep Health and Public Awareness Grant (formerly Community Sleep Health Grant) was launched in July 2019, with the goal to provide funding for projects that will serve a specific population and will impact sleep health within that community. (aasm.org)
  • Situational awareness or situation awareness (SA) is the understanding of an environment, its elements, and how it changes with respect to time or other factors. (wikipedia.org)
  • Situational awareness is important for effective decision making in many environments. (wikipedia.org)
  • There is evidence that the term situational awareness was first employed at the Douglas Aircraft Company during human factors engineering research while developing vertical and horizontal situation displays and evaluating digital-control placement for the next generation of commercial aircraft. (wikipedia.org)
  • Integrated situation displays combined the information from several instruments enabling more efficient access to critical flight parameters, thereby improving situational awareness and reducing pilot workload. (wikipedia.org)
  • It provides worldwide situational awareness of public health emergencies. (cdc.gov)
  • 11/24/2020 - Obesity and COVID-19: Know the Facts (418KB) - Obesity is a predisposing factor or marker for worse health outcomes in COVID-19 patients. (nih.gov)
  • June 23, 2020 (306KB) - The pandemic and the social injustice of racism has significantly affected human health, unemployment, and our social interactions. (nih.gov)
  • In order to make future physicians more aware of this issue and to expand medical education to include climate-related aspects, the mandatory 28 academic hours elective "Climate Change and Health" for students of human medicine in the preclinical study stage was implemented at the Medical Faculty of Ulm in the 2020/21 winter semester. (egms.de)
  • The most recent provisional data available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) indicate that approximately 81,230 drug overdose deaths occurred in the United States in the 12-months ending in May 2020 (Figure 1). (cdc.gov)
  • Yet the 2017 National Survey on Drug Use and Health showed that 11.5 percent of pregnant females aged 15-44 reported drinking alcohol in the previous month. (nih.gov)
  • Ahuja R, Ayala C, Tong X, Wall HK, Fang J. Public Awareness of Health-Related Risks From Uncontrolled Hypertension. (cdc.gov)
  • Awareness of the health risks of uncontrolled hypertension is not well understood. (cdc.gov)
  • However, few reports exist on what proportion of adults are aware of health risks from uncontrolled hypertension. (cdc.gov)
  • The survey collected data on demographics, health conditions, health beliefs and awareness of health risks, and behaviors. (cdc.gov)
  • Risk awareness was characterized by asking, "Which, if any, of the following are risks of uncontrolled blood pressure? (cdc.gov)
  • Along with that line, the purpose of this study was to investigate the occurrence of pharmaceutical residues in tap water and its associated potential health risks, involving a total of 80 Putrajaya residents. (springer.com)
  • The potential health risks (RQ T ) indicated residents in Putrajaya with ages between 61 and 75 were exposed to the highest health risks caused by the pharmaceutical residues in tap water. (springer.com)
  • PUBLIC and religious leaders in the country have been asked to raise public awareness on the importance of households enrolling for Community Health Fund (CHF)/National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to reduce the risks of dying due to lack of health care. (acordinternational.org)
  • Hypertension is a worldwide public health concern due to its high prevalence and concomitant risks of cardiovascular and kidney disease [ 1 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Dr. Stubblefield recommends the flu shot for everyone but said it is especially helpful for people who may be at higher risks like older adults, people with underlying health conditions, who are pregnant and those who are immunocompromised. (cbs42.com)
  • The cost of care, lack of knowledge about FH and its risks among clinicians and patients, discrepancies in clinical guidelines, competing health issues and financial priorities, perceptions regarding personal control over health outcomes, and family influence all affect decision-making for this condition. (cdc.gov)
  • Understanding the risks and taking action to reduce those risks benefits the health of men and their families. (ihs.gov)
  • We used data from a nationwide panel survey to assess the awareness of risk associated with uncontrolled hypertension, stratified by cardiovascular disease risk factors. (cdc.gov)
  • Awareness of increased risk from uncontrolled hypertension was high for some outcomes (heart attack, heart failure, stroke), and low for others (kidney disease, dementia). (cdc.gov)
  • This health message brings awareness about obesity as a risk factor for chronic health conditions and its association with health outcomes in patients with COVID-19. (nih.gov)
  • Complementary clinical and public health interventions could be instituted to increase awareness and target people who are high risk. (cdc.gov)
  • The positive effects of the intervention support efforts to continuously implement health education interventions for health care providers in Mecca. (who.int)
  • Among key interventions of the project is to promote implementation of the Community Health Fund for the poor and vulnerable groups by raising awareness on its benefits," he said. (acordinternational.org)
  • The main sustainable solution is to ensure adequate public health interventions, including clean water, sanitation and hygiene as well as healthy, diverse diets for all. (ipsnews.net)
  • Those strategies include: a) develop and promote integrative research on SHDs, b) investigate the causes and health consequences of SHDs, and c) develop interventions to address SHDs. (nih.gov)
  • Mental Health of around 26070 adults in Worcester was not good for more than 14 days during year 2016 . (betterhealthfacts.com)
  • U.S.-based surveys conducted throughout 2016 have shown high levels of awareness of the Zika virus outbreak, moderate levels of concern about Zika, and low levels of knowledge about how Zika is transmitted. (cdc.gov)
  • In January 2016, USVI Department of Health (USVI DOH) initiated Zika response measures, including surveillance, vector control, and a communications program. (cdc.gov)
  • However,for 2016, Bangladesh's domestic general government health expenditure was only 0.42% of grossdomestic product, making it one of the lowest-spending countries in the world, with 72% of currenthealth expenditure coming from out-of-pocket spending. (who.int)
  • Improve understanding of sex and gender differences in sleep quantity and quality in relation to demographic and social determinants of health. (nih.gov)
  • The webinar series was very informative and provided important information for public health and healthcare professionals. (drexel.edu)
  • Going forward, healthcare professionals will be confronted with the health-related consequences of climate change more frequently. (egms.de)
  • The Country Coordinator of ACORD, Mr Lokola Ndibalema, said they were implementing a three-year project in Ngorongoro district focusing on the increase of integrated sexual and reproductive health services and information for women and adolescent girls in pastoralist communities. (acordinternational.org)
  • We analyzed data from a national, web-based panel survey to assess awareness of risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and dementia associated with uncontrolled hypertension stratified by comorbidities, sociodemographic variables, and CVD risk factors. (cdc.gov)
  • Primary variables were self-reported hypertension (classified as hypertensive or normotensive) and awareness of increased risk associated with uncontrolled hypertension for serious disorders (heart attack, heart failure, kidney disease, stroke, and dementia). (cdc.gov)
  • According to Endsley's situation awareness theory, when someone meets a dangerous situation, he needs an appropriate and a precise decision-making process which include pattern recognition and matching, formation of sophisticated schemata and archetypal knowledge that aids correct decision making. (wikipedia.org)
  • Explore a curated selection of public health posters about AIDS drawn from the collections of the National Library of Medicine. (nih.gov)
  • Learn more about the role identity, geography, and various lifesaving measures have played within AIDS awareness and education work over the years. (nih.gov)
  • In 1985, four years into the national health crisis, African Americans and Latinos accounted for three times as many cases of AIDS as whites. (nih.gov)
  • MAP, working alongside two other community-based organizations-Blacks Educating Blacks About Sexual Health Issues (BEBASHI) and Black and White Men Together-became examples for future organizations focused on assisting African Americans and Latinos affected by HIV/AIDS. (nih.gov)
  • Later on DiAna met Bambi Sumpter (now Gaddist), a public health educator, at an AIDS workshop. (nih.gov)
  • Having a high heart age increases the risk of serious health issues including dementia, heart attack, stroke, chronic kidney disease and diabetes. (world-heart-federation.org)
  • The goal is to increase public awareness and understanding aimed at reducing the stigma that too often prevents individuals and families from seeking help. (theeap.com)
  • State and local health department reports indicate that the increase in synthetic opioid-involved overdoses is primarily linked to illicitly manufactured fentanyl. (cdc.gov)
  • Increase public health awareness in endemic areas. (medscape.com)
  • The AASM Foundation is committed to increasing public awareness and improving overall sleep health by establishing community programs that provide support for a diverse array of programs and initiatives. (aasm.org)
  • ABSTRACT It is important that health care workers have good knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) towards MERS-CoV, especially in Mecca because of the MERS-CoV threat during hajj and umrah. (who.int)
  • This study aimed to assess KAP of health care providers in public hospitals in Mecca about MERS-CoV infection and evaluate the effectiveness of a health education intervention to improve KAP. (who.int)
  • The COVID-19 virus is highly infectious, and it places both patients and dental health care providers at high risk for contracting the disease. (mdpi.com)
  • FH registries can allow researchers and public health professionals to quantify current practices, identify gaps between guidelines and health care delivery, publish outcome metrics, identify areas for future resource deployment, disseminate and define best practices, and facilitate FH awareness and screening. (cdc.gov)
  • In the 1950s and 1960s, a variety of organizations were formed worldwide to educate patients, families and the public about CF. In particular, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (United States) has played a significant role in developing the current model of CF care, as well as providing financial support for much of the current CF-related research and drug discovery. (nationaljewish.org)
  • Avoiding the doctor will not make health issues go away, so health care providers and men should work together to detect, prevent, and treat men's health issues. (ihs.gov)
  • Graphic demonstrating the process of Mental Health care and additional resources through targeted care. (dvidshub.net)
  • Since the late 1920s, the Sri Lankan health system has been based on a firm foundation of primaryhealth care, and it has been recognized internationally as a highly successful low-cost model.However, rethinking the future health-care model has been essential, owing to the country havingone of the fastest ageing populations in the world, coupled with a high premature mortality fromnoncommunicable diseases. (who.int)
  • Thus, the Government ofNepal introduced universal free health-care services up to the level of districthospitals, and targeted these services to poor and marginalized people in regionaland subregional hospitals. (who.int)
  • According to the constitution of Bangladesh, health is a right and, in 2012, initial work towardsuniversal health coverage was marked by introduction of a health-care financing strategy. (who.int)
  • However, the health care system contributes to climate change worldwide through its high CO 2 emissions. (egms.de)
  • Cultural awareness is the beginning of cultural competency and is vital in providing holistic care to culturally diverse populations or patients. (umass.edu)
  • In October 1988, the Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) collaborated with CDC in providing resources for nine demonstration projects. (cdc.gov)
  • Conducted by state, county, and city health departments and one university medical center, these projects will determine whether Medicare payment for influenza immunization increases vaccine coverage and reduces morbidity, mortality, and demand for health-care services. (cdc.gov)
  • In 1987, CDC entered into a 3-year cooperative agreement with the American Managed Care and Review Association to assist health maintenance organizations (HMOs) in developing adult immunization policies and practices. (cdc.gov)
  • Dornsife's Maternal and Child Health Program is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). (drexel.edu)
  • The Public Health Department has been running a public awareness campaign to encourage vaccination participation in order to limit the spread of these outbreaks. (uvureview.com)
  • In collaboration with colleagues from ATSDR's Environmental Medicine Branch and the Florida Department of Health, GRASP assisted in the development and distribution of educational materials about radon testing and reduction for elementary school students and teachers. (cdc.gov)
  • The feedback from these interviews helped the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Health identify information gaps that can be addressed through communication, education, and community engagement. (cdc.gov)
  • The Department of Public Health Mid-West, ACT for Meningitis, UL Student Life, and Limerick GAA have joined forces to highlight the importance of young people knowing the signs and symptoms of the potentially deadly disease. (limerickpost.ie)
  • Dr. Wes Stubblefield with the Alabama Department of Public Health said the flu shot can help protect you from severe illness, hospitalization and even death. (cbs42.com)
  • The Wichita Falls Police Department spoke to us about the safety and mental health of its officers who may be dealing with symptoms of PTSD. (newschannel6now.com)
  • In 1988, the State of Hawaii Department of Health, assisted by HCFA and CDC, implemented a Pneumococcal Disease Initiative. (cdc.gov)
  • CHARLESTON, W.Va. - As part of National Immunization Awareness Month , the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Public Health joins partners across the country to highlight the importance of routine vaccination for people of all ages. (wvpress.org)
  • The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) provides a wide range of necessary and life-saving services to many West Virginia residents. (wvpress.org)
  • Continued vigilance is required at a provincial, national, and international level to ensure that we are all protected from the various vaccine-preventable diseases that represent an ongoing threat to global health. (publichealthontario.ca)
  • The new Axios-Ipsos poll found that 26 percent of Americans said opioids and fentanyl are the top public health threat, closely followed by 23 percent that said obesity is. (wkrg.com)
  • According to the World Health Organization, climate change constitutes the single greatest threat to human health. (egms.de)
  • Oversees the Federal Select Agent Program , which regulates all entities that possess, use, and/or transfer biological agents or toxins that could pose a severe threat to public health and safety. (cdc.gov)
  • HealthStyles is a web-based panel survey developed and licensed by Porter Novelli Public Services and conducted by GfK's KnowledgePanel (www.gfk.com/products-a-z/us/knowledgepanel-united-states/) as a probability-based online panel representative of the US adult population aged 18 or older. (cdc.gov)
  • Mr Makala pointed out that the health scheme has exempted some of the people receiving the services from paying CHF contributions. (acordinternational.org)
  • One challenge faced by the Cuban government, and a high priority for citizens, is improving the efficiency and sustainability of public health services, a constitutional right that the state is supposed to ensure for all. (ipsnews.net)
  • Michelle Archuleta, an enrolled member of the Lone Pine Paiute-Shoshone Tribe, serves as a public health advisor in the Division of Clinical and Community Services. (ihs.gov)
  • Unfortunately, we know little about the experiences of LGBTIs in recovery residences and about the role that these residences may play in the recovery of LGBTIs, improvements to their overall health, and access to health services. (phi.org)
  • Make a donation and help ensure the Academy's programs and services continue to improve the lives of patients, educate the public, and advance the specialty. (aad.org)
  • Cultural competency is an essential component in the delivery of healthcare services in all sectors of health. (umass.edu)
  • Everytown and Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action volunteers are committed to honoring gun suicide survivors and advocating for proven solutions to prevent gun suicide including extreme risk laws, waiting period legislation, secure storage of firearms, and increased access to mental health and medical services everyday of the year. (momsdemandaction.org)
  • Each September, Pain Awareness month gives us an opportunity to reflect on the needs of the millions of people with chronic pain, as well as the research that we hope will better prevent and treat it. (nih.gov)
  • April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month, chosen because it is the birth month of James Parkinson, who first identified the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease more than 200 years ago. (nih.gov)
  • September is Pain Awareness Month – an opportunity to reflect on our efforts to help the millions of Americans who suffer from chronic pain and to acknowledge that pain has cascading impacts on individuals, families, communities, and the nation. (nih.gov)
  • Tune in to this episode of 'Public Health Matters' to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges, opportunities, and critical conversations surrounding women's sexual health during Sexual Health Awareness Month. (pharmacytimes.com)
  • In this illuminating episode of Public Health Matters, host Dr. Christina Madison engages in a candid discussion with Amy-Marie Merrell to commemorate Sexual Health Awareness Month. (pharmacytimes.com)
  • We kick off the month with National Public Health Week , April 1-7. (theeap.com)
  • April Alcohol Awareness Month , sponsored by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. (theeap.com)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome Awareness Month - IBS affects between 25 and 45 million people in the United States (10 to 15% of the population). (theeap.com)
  • National Autism Awareness Month - Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and affects a person's ability to communicate and interact with others. (theeap.com)
  • The Hill ) - Americans have ranked opioids and obesity as the top threats to public health while ranking COVID-19 toward the bottom of the list, according to a new poll. (wkrg.com)
  • Thus, a nuanced integration of health disparity causal pathways and sleep and circadian-related mechanisms, tailored for the specific population(s) and sensitive to the sociocultural context(s), is needed to understand and address SHDs. (nih.gov)
  • In our previous blog, we discussed familial hypercholesterolemia as a prototype for "precision public health" and how the combination of public health and genetic approaches can contribute to raising awareness, diagnosis, and treatment of more than 1 million individuals in the United States with this relatively common genetic condition. (cdc.gov)
  • By raising awareness about the consequences of prenatal alcohol exposure, we hope to dispel common misperceptions about alcohol use during pregnancy. (nih.gov)
  • An interview withSarah Eilers and Angela Saward on theirNLM History Talk about the intersection of filmmaking, government, and medicine working together to drive environmental awareness and policy. (nih.gov)
  • However, there were only few observable changes in student environmental awareness. (egms.de)
  • This collaborative effort demonstrates how place and policy impact health. (cdc.gov)
  • Findings of this study reflected the importance of public awareness program to educate the general public on proper unused/expired handling and disposal to minimize pharmaceutical pollution. (springer.com)
  • World AMR Awareness Week is a global campaign observed annually from November 18 to 24, to improve awareness and understanding of antimicrobial resistance and promote the importance of antimicrobial stewardship. (publichealthontario.ca)
  • Awareness should be enhanced regarding the importance of FH as a global public health issue. (cdc.gov)
  • Previous studies by the EUthyroid consortium have uncovered a concerning lack of awareness of the importance of iodine nutrition for healthy living. (surrey.ac.uk)
  • By finding models to raise the awareness on the importance of iodine for a healthy life in young people, EUthyroid2 will lay the foundation for a cost-effective way to eradicate iodine deficiency-related disorders. (surrey.ac.uk)
  • By not being vaccinated, a person puts their own health at risk, which also carries over to the entire community. (uvureview.com)
  • Vaccinations are something that impact an entire community and awareness is the first step," said Miner. (uvureview.com)
  • The site provides a variety of resources and tools, In addition, Healthfinder.gov offers an Alcohol Awareness Toolkit . April 11 is National Alcohol Screening Day - Screening for Mental Health offers alcohol screening programs for the military, colleges and universities, community-based organizations and businesses. (theeap.com)
  • The call was made in Dar es Salaam at the just-ended multi-stakeholder policy dialogue on Community Health Fund implementation amongst pastoralist communities organized by the Agency for Corporation and Research in Development (ACORD). (acordinternational.org)
  • Applications for the Community Sleep Health and Public Awareness Grant are now officially open. (aasm.org)
  • these leaders made a positive impact on the sleep community and are still working to spread awareness to the public. (aasm.org)
  • We are excited about the expansion of our Community Sleep Health and Public Awareness Grant. (aasm.org)
  • The AASM Foundation is committed to supporting people and projects that will improve sleep health for all of our communities," said Anita V. Shelgikar, MD, MHPE, AASM Foundation President, "Prior and current grant recipients have done amazing work in the space, and we look forward to funding more projects that will improve community sleep health and public awareness about sleep disorders and healthy sleep. (aasm.org)
  • In a recent issue of JAMA Cardiology , a global call to action on FH was issued by numerous individuals representing the patient community, advocacy leaders, scientific experts, public health programs and policy makers. (cdc.gov)
  • She is currently the ihs community health representative national consultant. (ihs.gov)
  • Ms. Archuleta has an extensive background in health promotion, health coaching, and community-based programming spanning 20 years at the regional and national levels. (ihs.gov)
  • You, too, can get involved and help bring skin health to your community. (aad.org)
  • To improve cultural awareness in a community hospital in Minnesota by implementing an on-going process that allows employees to both acquire knowledge and maintain their skills and ensure that their attitudes portray cultural awareness to the clients they serve. (umass.edu)
  • Getting your blood pressure tested in your nearest pharmacy or health centre can be the first important step to prolonging your life. (world-heart-federation.org)
  • NINDS Council members include many talented extramural science and health experts, who contribute technical expertise and an understanding of the needs of the research communities of academia and industry. (nih.gov)
  • At the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), in collaboration with our partners across the National Institutes of Health (NIH), our programs support research at all levels - from basic science to therapy development to clinical research. (nih.gov)
  • Research programs in flight-crew computer interaction and mental workload measurement built on the concept of awareness measurement from a series of experiments that measured contingency awareness during learning, and later extended to mental workload and fatigue. (wikipedia.org)
  • Our monthly newsletter includes expert health tips, recent research findings, and news from National Jewish Health. (nationaljewish.org)
  • If you are giving a presentation about an environmental health topic or just looking for general information about environmental health research or the institute, this webpage will help. (nih.gov)
  • NIEHS is committed to conducting the most rigorous research in environmental health sciences, and to communicating the results of this research to the public. (nih.gov)
  • NIEHS research uses state-of-the-art science and technology to investigate the interplay between environmental exposures, human biology, genetics, and common diseases to help prevent disease and improve human health. (nih.gov)
  • NIEHS offers a broad range of job opportunities, career enhancement programs, and research training grants and programs in environmental health sciences and administration. (nih.gov)
  • The majority of the respondents evaluated their awareness of COVID-19 as above average. (mdpi.com)
  • The poll also found that three-quarters or more respondents reported that their health is "good," but only about three in 10 or less said their diet, physical health or personal finances are "very good. (wkrg.com)
  • Without general awareness of the need for detection and treatment beginning early in life, risk of heart disease will remain elevated for the estimated 34 million individuals affected worldwide. (cdc.gov)
  • Manages the Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) Cooperative Agreement , which supports preparedness nationwide in state, local, tribal, and territorial public health departments. (cdc.gov)
  • Dr Bath, said: "Iodine deficiency is a public-health concern because iodine is needed to make thyroid hormones, which are vital for brain development during pregnancy. (surrey.ac.uk)
  • Newborn screening is a public health program that tests spots of blood from all newborns for certain conditions that are not noticeable at the time of birth, but that can cause serious disability or even death if not treated quickly. (nih.gov)
  • Hypertension education and screening programs in rural China are recommended to improve the health status of this population. (biomedcentral.com)
  • As I start my career in healthcare management, I hope to take the information I learned to ensure that the right trainings and resources are in place within health systems to support victims and survivors of human trafficking. (drexel.edu)
  • ESI EAP offers 24-7 access to counselors and a wide variety of support resources for employees and family members who are facing difficult health challenges. (theeap.com)
  • Armed with more accurate understanding, the public will be better equipped to value and support programmatic and policy solutions to preventing CSA. (psychologytoday.com)
  • ACT for Meningitis chief executive Siobhan Carroll said that, as the national support and awareness charity for meningitis, they were urging people to be meningitis aware. (limerickpost.ie)
  • Vivian Asare, MD, focused on a program to offset costs of sleep apnea therapy and Hassan Dashti, PhD, RD, developed educational resources to support the sleep health of patients receiving overnight infusions of parenteral nutrition. (aasm.org)
  • People who take the test will be referred to apps, advice and resources to help them eat and drink better, get active, and quit smoking to improve their heart health. (world-heart-federation.org)
  • This extract can greatly improve your daily health management. (cbs42.com)
  • Find out about the exciting discoveries being made by NIEHS and NIEHS-supported researchers that are helping to improve health and save lives. (nih.gov)
  • Conclusion: Although all cardiac arrests are undesirable, public knowledge of the positive effects of CPR could contribute to a means of promoting and increasing the desire for CPR awareness as well as its application. (okstate.edu)
  • In contrast to previous years, this request for applications is open to projects that fall under humanitarian service projects, sleep education, or awareness projects that focus on improving sleep health, sleep disorder evaluation and/or treatment. (aasm.org)
  • Prior to her work in public health, Michelle worked in the field of sport, recreation and physical education at the collegiate level. (ihs.gov)
  • NCAI's major goals include increasing public- and private-sector collaboration and involvement in improving the immunization status of adults through information and education programs for providers and consumers. (cdc.gov)
  • Neurodegenerative diseases progressively damage specific cells and connections in the brain and/or spinal cord, exacting an enormous toll on the health of people living with these diseases, as well as their families and caregivers. (nih.gov)
  • PHE's campaign is leading the way in addressing how people think about their heart health, encouraging them to be as familiar with their heart age as they are with their weight or height. (world-heart-federation.org)
  • To help people find out their risk and get an immediate idea of their heart health, PHE is encouraging adults to take three minutes out of their day to take the Heart Age Test . (world-heart-federation.org)
  • We're pleased to be teaming up with the Heart Age Test to create an easier way to put people in control of their health. (world-heart-federation.org)
  • SA states refers to the actual level of awareness people have of the situation. (wikipedia.org)
  • The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) is expanding and accelerating its contributions to scientific knowledge of human health and the environment, and to the health and well-being of people everywhere. (nih.gov)
  • Today's Health Watch covers a problem that many people suffer from: bad posture. (newschannel6now.com)
  • Looking for Science-Based Resources about Alcohol and Health? (nih.gov)
  • In a follow-up study of the same subjects as adults, begun in 1998, NICHD researchers found that those who continued on the diet into adulthood had markedly fewer health problems and had IQs more similar to their parents than did those who had discontinued the diet. (nih.gov)
  • Children and adults are encouraged to keep vaccinations up to date to protect themselves and vulnerable populations from vaccine preventable diseases," said Dr. Matthew Christiansen, Commissioner for DHHR's Bureau for Public Health and State Health Officer. (wvpress.org)
  • February 27 will mark the 10th anniversary of the World Health Organisation Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), the first global public health treaty. (ipsnews.net)
  • Studying alcohol's harms to others in a multinational, public health framework parallels the role that data on second-hand smoking harms played in making the case for tobacco regulations. (phi.org)
  • Arsenic exposure from drinking water and risk of premalignant skin lesions in Bangladesh: baseline results from the Health Effects of Arsenic Longitudinal Study (HEALS). (nih.gov)
  • New analysis from Public Health England (PHE) shows 1 in 10 men aged 50 taking its Heart Age Test have a heart age at least 10 years older than they are, heightening their risk of a potentially fatal heart attack or stroke. (world-heart-federation.org)
  • We also offer wellness benefits and health risk assessments, including discounts for weight loss programs, exercise and nutrition programs, and stop smoking programs. (theeap.com)
  • While the risk to the general public is low, b acterial meningitis or septicaemia requires urgent antibiotic treatment. (limerickpost.ie)
  • Adopting positive lifestyle choices is an important step in reducing the risk of many men's health issues. (ihs.gov)
  • Additionally, incorporating foods that are beneficial for heart health, such as nuts, seeds, and oily fish, can further reduce the risk of strokes. (total-health-care.com)
  • Circulating Now welcomes guest blogger John Parascandola, PhD from the University of Maryland to explore the use of film in public health campaigns against venereal disease. (nih.gov)
  • http://www.who.int/water_sanitation_health/dwq/arsenicun8.pdf [accessed 4 June 2005]. (nih.gov)
  • In June 1988, greater than 40 health organizations formed the National Coalition for Adult Immunization (NCAI). (cdc.gov)
  • Karin Johnson, a member of the board of directors of Save Standard Time, lead the Science of Time Change supporting the creation of videos about the science of clock change to educate the public and assist with advocacy efforts. (aasm.org)