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The National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) are critical to protecting public health. Our final #HEIAC24 session showcases the different ways in which information from studies are extracted for use in NAAQS setting, highlights key gaps in current data, and discusses ways forward to improve the usefulness of studies for standard-setting decisions. We'll hear from Evan Coffman, Lars Perlmutt, Joshua Apte, Rachel Nethery, and Howard Kipen. #EnvironmentalResearch

Excellent article by Ben Allen. TY for sharing the learnings from a system I have always looked to as a north star. "They did a 1 year public engagement to understand the needs of the community." This should be the starting point of any system re-design. Understanding the needs of the community & people being served ➡ People-centred design - not system-centred design = greater chance of success + sustainability.

Fascinating read. It's interesting to see this paradigm shift happening in all areas of health: moving away from the individual and looking at the system to optimize health.

This #NationalCleanAirMonth, let’s take steps to protect our environment and promote healthier communities. 💚 Read the American Lung Association’s “State of the Air” report here: https://lnkd.in/gZZZ3TyX. #NationalCleanAirMonth

📊 It’s #ManuscriptMonday! 🔥 As wildfire seasons grow longer and more intense, researchers call for #HealthSystems to proactively address the challenges posed by #Wildfires. Their review provides essential insights into managing #AirQuality, #MentalHealth, #EmergencyResponse, #InternationalPolicy, and #FinancialPlanning before, during, and after wildfires. The call for transdisciplinary coordination is loud and clear: “We must break down silos to save lives.” ✨ Explore the full review and learn how we can better protect our future: https://buff.ly/4fYhbNL The Lancet

Not sure what Sky are doing. As Buckingham Palace report King Charles’ encouraging recovery progress, SkyNews Australia report “Concerns over King Charles are growing as the Monarch’s health is reportedly progressively deteriorating.” Their source? The Daily Beast. The evolution, ( some would say decay) of media fact-checking and source-dependence, together with the disinformation epidemic now poisoning social media, really has made reliable truth and dependable information increasingly hard for the public to find. This also raises the question of why SkyNews Australia. Do the media these days tend to feed the public news and angles they think they will welcome, rather than news they think may be the truth? And do Sky think a negative story about the King’s health would play better in Australia? Or is it just random news management ?

Embracing Digital Innovation in #Grenada's Healthcare! Since March 2024, our adoption of DHIS2 has been a game-changer, enhancing syndromic surveillance and empowering decision-making in public health. Huge shoutout to Pan American Health Organization/ World Health Organization for their invaluable support on this journey. Together, we're building a healthier, data-driven future. Click the link below to read our abstract. https://lnkd.in/gY8Wb2ZY

Every day is an opportunity to learn something new, and today I came across an inspiring piece of news on social media that I wanted to share with my connections: the Air Force has successfully tested the Arogya Maitri Cube, the world's first air-lifted portable hospital. This pioneering development is designed to provide rapid medical support in disaster-stricken or remote areas. The Arogya Maitri Cube exemplifies how technological advancements can be harnessed for humanitarian purposes, making a significant impact in emergency response situations. 🔍 Key Insights About the Arogya Maitri Cube: Portability: Capable of being air-lifted to deliver medical aid to the most inaccessible locations. Advanced Medical Equipment: Fully equipped to handle diverse medical emergencies. Rapid Deployment: Designed for quick setup, ensuring immediate medical response. Learning about this innovation reinforces the value of staying curious and informed. It’s amazing to see how continuous learning and technological innovation can come together to create solutions that save lives and support communities in need. A huge shoutout to the Air Force and all the innovators involved in making the Arogya Maitri Cube a reality! Looking forward to more such groundbreaking advancements. #LearningDaily #Innovation #Healthcare #EmergencyResponse #AirForce #ArogyaMaitriCube #MedicalInnovation #DisasterRelief

Drug-resistant infections and antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) pathogens do not respect borders. We must take action now. Our actions must be guided by science, strengthening surveillance and stewardship programs, implementing strong national action plans, and promoting a One Health approach to address the challenge of AMR. #AntimicrobialResistance #AMR #UNGeneralAssembly #UNHighLevelMeeting #globalhealthchallenge

World Health Day champions the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to quality health services, including safe drinking water, clean air, and quality housing. Geography can play a key role in healthcare. Integrating location and health data can help to link people to places, unlock new analysis, and ensure care is provided where needed. Discover how OS location intelligence is helping see a healthier place: https://ow.ly/bi3c50R9bAV #WorldHealthDay