The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of politics and policies in mobilizing and protecting the public. What can we learn from the political failures and successes of the Covid-19 era
Leadership Domain: Policy and Advocacy
The Vermont Way: Communicating through science and clear public health messaging
In February of 2020 Vermont began preparing for what became the COVID-19 pandemic. From the start, the Governor and the people supporting him, most notably the Commissioner at the Vermont
The Future of Population Health (Part 2): Population Health: Major Challenges
This conversation is the second program in a three-part series convening contributing authors from The Milbank Quarterly’s special issue celebrating its 100th anniversary, titled, The Future of Population Health: Challenges
Exploring Social Determinants of Health: from Data to Action to Advance Equity (New Hampshire and National Approaches)
We know good health goes beyond medical care and is influenced by economic opportunity, affordable housing, and quality education – all factors that communities can transform. These social determinants of
Health Equity Dialogue: Maine Oral Health Equity
In this webinar, we will host a panel of experts on oral health. We will be discussing access to care, barriers and inequalities prevalent in Maine in relation to dental
Health Misinformation, Disinformation, and the iHeard Surveillance and Response System
This presentation will cover the difference between misinformation and disinformation and their implications for public health. Participants will learn how surveillance systems can be used in response to mis- and
Healthy Democracy, Healthy People
Healthy Democracy Healthy People is a nonpartisan initiative of major public health and civic engagement groups, aiming to strengthen our collective capacity to advance health and racial equity by ensuring
Gun Violence is a Public Health Issue: Policy Solutions Can Save Lives
Gun violence is a threat to public health. As of November 1, 2023, according to the Gun Violence Archive, there have been 586 mass shootings in the United States just
Homelessness, Housing and Community Solutions
This webinar will describe the intersection between homelessness and housing and public health and health outcomes. It will discuss how housing is a social determinant of health and identify local
Human Health Effects of Climate Change
Following a short overview of the causes and mechanisms of climate change, the course reviews current and expected human health impacts, with particular emphasis on impacts in Vermont and the