Dr. Lloyd Novick was a pioneer who brought public health finance to the national stage. His legacy lives on in stronger systems, smarter funding, and a healthier future for all. 💡💰 New commentary by Dr. Peggy Honore: journals.lww.com/jphmp/fullte... #PublicHealth #HealthFinance #Legacy #JPHMP

Dr. Lloyd Novick helped shape the field of public health informatics before many even knew what it was. From early surveillance systems to today’s AI-driven tools, his vision helped define the path forward. journals.lww.com/jphmp/fullte...

In this new blog, Ron Bialek, President and CEO of the Public Health Foundation, reflects on Dr. Lloyd Novick's role in establishing the Council on Linkages and the Community Preventive Services Task Force. wp.me/p7l72S-bWP

New issue alert! The Nov issue of JPHMP is now online. This issue highlights the lasting impact of Dr. Lloyd F. Novick, founding editor and public health trailblazer. Learn more in this new editorial by @justinbmoorephd.bsky.social: journals.lww.com/jphmp/fullte...

"Trust is not abstract. It shows up in real ways when communities face emergencies. ... After Hurricane Helene, ... trust in NCDHHS and local health departments grew dramatically..." Find out why in this exciting new series hosted by the NC Division of Public Health: jphmpdirect.com/why-trust-ma...

JPHMP editor @justinbmoorephd.bsky.social pays tribute to the late Dr. Lloyd F. Novick, founding editor, and dedicates a new series in his honor. Learn about it here: jphmpdirect.com/tribute-to-a...

We're deeply saddened to announce the passing of Dr. Lloyd F. Novick, founding editor of JPHMP who retired in January after 30 years of service to the journal & more than 4 decades to public health. Please share your memories of Dr. Novick here: jphmpdirect.com/in-memoriam-...

Dr. Veronica Valencia Gonzalez ‪@verognzlz.bsky.social‬ shares findings from a national study on how US agencies adopt & implement sexual assault response best practices—and what #publichealth professionals can do to address inconsistencies. #SexualViolence Learn more bit.ly/418uIwa wp.me/p7l72S-bDr

🚨 The September issue of the Journal of Public Health Management & Practice (@JPHMPDirect) is now available on our website. This issue highlights the unique challenges and innovative solutions that define rural health care. Check it out! lnkd.in/gZH9Ddy4

Evaluating the Region V Public Health Training Center’s Leadership Institute Using Qualitative Methods This post describes how Region V Public Health Training Center used ripple effects mapping to evaluate the Region V Public Health Leadership Institute.

Embracing a Change Mindset: How Reorganizing My Living Room Taught Me About Growth The other day, I found myself rearranging my living room. It’s not an unusual activity for me. Every so often, I’ll choose a space in my home and give it a fresh start. For me, this isn’t just about tidying up or…

Two of our doctoral students, Khyathi Gadag and Ufuoma Ejughemre, led this paper in @jphmpdirect.com examining how rural hospitals in Iowa have included social determinants of health in their community health needs assessments: journals.lww.com/jphmp/fullte...

The Story of Peter and Justin: Remembering Peter O. Watts, JD, LLM My friend Peter O. Watts, JD, LLM, who was an influential attorney in Portland, Oregon, dedicated partner, and contributor to JPHMP Direct, recently passed away on June 12th, 2025. As a tribute to our time on earth together, and a…

A novel research award program that paired funding and training with a focus on underserved areas helped build research capacity in the US territories. Learn more in the new blog post by Dr. Meghan Mordy: buff.ly/BHRv3gA

Karsen DeWeese recently spoke to Dr. Christina Welter about some of her passions and work, including what systems change and bridging research to practice are, how they work together in her career, and the importance of relationships as a foundational step in public health work. buff.ly/PII4MCz

New research analyzed more than 10,000 COVID-19 cases to explore how smoking, demographics, and community conditions were associated with hospitalization. Findings show how integrating individual and community-level data can better target public health interventions. buff.ly/U1Ar9ku

Many people living in 5 inhabited US territories experience high rates of natural hazard exposure & vulnerability to disaster impacts. PH workforce development & evidence-based, culturally competent approaches to disaster preparedness, response, & recovery are needed in these regions. bit.ly/4kIvCrj

It is no longer enough to train professionals to occupy leadership roles—our systems demand leaders who can practice leadership every day, across sectors, systems, and communities. Learn more here: bit.ly/3SAh14H Read the article in JPHMP: bit.ly/3ZkVBfH

💲 Many, though not all, roles in the State and Local Health Department workforce are comparatively underpaid, and job requirements are often lower, potentially creating recruitment and retention challenges and producing a workforce that may be less prepared for public health crises. bit.ly/3ZfmKAx

How can health departments operationalize the Community Health Strategist role? A @publichealthinst.bsky.social evaluation our Resilience Catalysts program shows how structured frameworks & technical assistance can drive health equity. Read more in @jphmpdirect.com: journals.lww.com/jphmp/fullte...

LHDs are on the frontlines of preventing infectious disease, but many struggle with limited resources & specialized training. Certification in Infection Control can equip staff with the knowledge and credibility needed to lead effective Infection Prevention Control programs. wp.me/p7l72S-brp

Preparing for the Future of Public Health Transformation In this blog post, Travis Parker Lee explores key themes shaping public health today, essential takeaways, and strategic approaches to ensure systems are equipped to meet future demands.

⚖️Flavored #tobaccopolicies have the potential to advance #healthequity. Support for these policies among populations targeted by the #tobacco industry provides additional rationale for pursuing flavor policies. Read the article in the new issue of JPHMP: journals.lww.com/jphmp/fullte...

We have helped hundreds of local #PublicHealth professionals get their Certification in Infection Control. A mixed methods evaluation detailed in @jphmpdirect.com shows this effort can: ✅ Enhance professional credibility & ✅ Improve efficiency to disease outbreak response. #EpiSky #AcademicChatter

🚨Just out! The July issue of the Journal of Public Health Management and Practice @jphmpdirect.com just dropped! In this issue, you'll find a range of articles that illustrate novel approaches to tackling #publichealth challenges. Read it here: journals.lww.com/jphmp/pages/...

Colleges are an underutilized implementation site to improve the uptake of #HPV #vaccination among young adults. Dr. Mehrnoosh Soori shares findings from a new study published in the May issue of the Journal of Public Health Management and Practice. wp.me/p7l72S-bfC

In this blog post, Dr. Barbara DiPietro provides an updated vision for the direction of local #homeless mortality data collection and reporting efforts as federal policies change and public health resources decline. wp.me/p7l72S-bgk

The @debeaumontfndtn.bsky.social is celebrating public health leaders under 40! Explore this great opportunity to be recognized as one of the 40 Under 40 in Public Health and receive professional development. Nominations and self-nominations are open till June 13. debeaumont.org/nominations

Despite being called an #environmental incident, the Pennsylvania Department of Health responded to #publichealth concerns of its residents in the wake of the 2023 Norfolk Southern train derailment in neighboring East Palestine, Ohio. Learn more here: wp.me/p7l72S-bfM

Please check out a very timely article in @jphmpdirect.com - From Heroes to Zeroes: The Unraveling Support for Public Health in COVID Pandemic-Era Connecticut journals.lww.com/jphmp/fullte...

In this guest blog from our partners at the Public Health Accreditation Board, Dr. Karla Buru, from the South Carolina Department of Public Health reflects on the personal and professional rewards of serving as a PHAB Site Visitor. wp.me/p7l72S-bg2

A recent survey of state and territorial Chronic Disease Directors reveals modest workforce gains but ongoing struggles with recruitment, training, and funding—highlighting the need for sustained investment to build and support chronic disease prevention infrastructure. https://wp.me/p7l72S-bdY

San Diego County’s health department shows how investing in long-term solutions to chronic disease can have major impact. Learn more in this blog by Elizabeth Green, Communications Director for the Big Cities Health Coalition: wp.me/p7l72S-bdp

📢These results build on a growing body of evidence that political environment may have been influential for COVID-19 mortality, helping to understand the drivers of health outcomes. Learn more in the May issue of JPHMP: bit.ly/4c8CfQd

Authors of a new JPHMP study share key strategies for strengthening interagency collaboration to prevent child maltreatment and enhance child and family well-being, particularly during public health crises. https://wp.me/p7l72S-bdB

The de Beaumont Foundation and CommunicateHealth are making strides toward improving public health communication and literacy with a new evidence-backed toolkit. Emma Prus outlines five big ideas for effective communication. https://wp.me/p7l72S-bd7

Really insightful article on competency gaps among public health workers - and it couldn’t be more timely as we ask more and more of our public health systems. A must-read for anyone working in or with public health. #publichealth #workforce @jphmpdirect.com jphmpdirect.com/current-comp...

A well-trained public health workforce is a critical part of the public health infrastructure. These JPHMP authors examined how formal public health education influences competency gaps among public health workers. Find out what they learned in this blog post by MaKenzie Gee:…

The systematic tracking of lead-containing consumer product surveillance data, even at a local level, can have far-reaching impact, with implications for case management, education, outreach, and policy development. https://wp.me/p7l72S-b7M

Meet our new intern Karsen DeWeese, an MPH student at Kansas State University. Check out this new podcast where she shares her experiences and insights on public health communications: https://wp.me/p7l72S-bbo #NPHW #AmplifyPublicHealthVoices #StudentsWhoRockPublicHealth

In honor of Day 3 of #NPHW, we're celebrating #healthequity with a new podcast highlighting the important work of Harvard student and co-founder of the Naloxone Education Initiative, Suhanee Mitragotri. Listen here: https://wp.me/p7l72S-b93

As systems address public health service delivery, workforce retention, funding priorities, and efficiency, PHAB offers tools to assess shared resource solutions. Visit our Service and Resource Sharing webpages to learn more about this approach and how PHAB can support you today.…

I Don’t Want to Think About Rankings this Year Dr. JP Leider reflects on the new US News & World Report rankings.

A digital divide exists in local health departments, impacting data capabilities; policy and funding solutions are needed for nationwide equity. Learn more in this blog post by Umesh Ghimire and Brian E. Dixon: https://wp.me/p7l72S-b8n

Variation in the quality of Community Health Assessments and Improvement Plans among Kentucky’s local health departments reveals opportunities for strengthening collaboration, evidence-based strategies, and equity-focused public health efforts. Learn more in this blog post by Bradley Firchow and…

A new report from NACCHO reveals that distributing smoking supplies allows syringe services programs to reach a broader population of people who use drugs, ultimately increasing their ability to prevent overdose and infectious diseases. Learn more in this blog post by Kat Kelley, Anjano Rao, and…

High patient loads, outdated systems, and lack of feedback—why do Türkiye’s family physicians struggle with disease reporting? A new study uncovers barriers and reveals systemic gaps in training, technology, and workload undermining disease surveillance. Explore actionable solutions to strengthen…

Our lives and well-being depend on having advocates for the public’s health working with state legislators, business leaders, religious leaders, and community leaders, and standing on street corners engaging people in their communities. https://wp.me/p7l72S-b6n

From the Editor: Data and Technology in Public Health The alarming implications of data removal and the need for equity and diversity in public health efforts underscores the focus of the May issue of the Journal of Public Health Management and Practice, which delves into the critical role of data…

Government officials are purging conflicting data from online platforms, stirring confusion and complicating efforts for public health workers. In this provocative editorial, @justinbmoorephd.bsky.social reaffirms his dedication to the publication of rigorous research. bit.ly/4irrKtt