National Public Health Information Coalition (NPHIC)

Who gets diagnosed matters. 🩺 A new study found Black patients were less likely to receive a long COVID diagnosis despite similar symptoms. How can we improve diagnostic equity? https://lnkd.in/eeb5XJFN

Food access is a critical public health issue — SNAP participation is declining while food banks face growing demand. How can #publichealth partners help ensure communities maintain access to essential nutrition resources? 🌱 https://lnkd.in/e8buKNxc

🚰 Legionnaires' disease outbreaks are a reminder that environmental health surveillance saves lives. A growing outbreak in New York City has resulted in 76 confirmed cases and four deaths, highlighting the critical role of rapid detection, environmental investigation, risk communication, and ongoing monitoring of building water systems. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/eUKZ2QgZ

Have public health lessons, evaluation findings, or innovative practices to share? 📝 Public Health Reports is seeking practice-based submissions, including case studies, public health evaluations, and methodology articles. A current rolling call for papers is also focused on health promotion and identifying the root causes of chronic disease, with accepted manuscripts fast-tracked for publication. Learn more about submission requirements and the current call for papers in the comments.

🥗 CDC recommends these steps to help reduce your risk of #Cyclospora: 👉 Wash your hands and fresh produce thoroughly under running water. 👉 Cook produce to at least 158°F (70°C) when appropriate, as cooking can kill the parasite. 👉 If you're in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, or West Virginia, do not eat shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell locations while the investigation continues. https://lnkd.in/e7MN_Nhn

💬 Health care affordability remains one of the defining public health issues facing communities today. KFF's new three-part video series breaks down why health care costs continue to rise, the true cost of employer-sponsored insurance, and what the Affordable Care Act has meant for affordability. These short videos offer useful context and data that can help public health communicators explain a complex issue in a clear, accessible way. https://lnkd.in/eRgncCpj #PublicHealth #HealthCommunication #HealthPolicy #HealthCareAffordability

📅 Join us for the next CDC/NPHIC Monthly Communication Call on Wednesday, July 29, from 2:00–3:00 p.m. ET as we explore website and digital accessibility and share practical strategies for creating inclusive digital content while preparing for evolving federal accessibility requirements. 📌 Reminder: Beginning in August, the CDC/NPHIC Monthly Communication Calls will return to their regular schedule on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 2:00–3:00 p.m. ET. Calendar invitations have already been sent. If you need the Microsoft Teams invitation resent, please contact Laura Espino at lespino@nphic.org.

🍼 The FDA has confirmed a fourth case of infant botulism linked to recalled powdered infant formula, underscoring the importance of timely recalls and continued monitoring of the infant food supply. #PublicHealth #FoodSafety #HealthCommunication #InfantHealth Read more: https://lnkd.in/eXbiTDpu

Uncertainty—not just belief—is now a key driver of vaccine misinformation. 🧭 A new KFF poll shows many adults don’t fully accept or reject common vaccine myths, instead sitting in a “malleable middle,” with trust in providers and information sources playing a major role in shaping views. People without a trusted health care provider, and those who rely frequently on social media or AI for health information, are more likely to lean toward or believe false claims. Parents who delay or skip childhood vaccines show similar patterns of uncertainty and belief.

🧪 As interest in #peptide therapies grows, questions about their safety and scientific evidence are becoming a #publichealth issue. FDA scientists are raising concerns that several increasingly popular peptide therapies lack sufficient evidence from rigorous human clinical trials and may pose safety risks. Read more in the article below. https://lnkd.in/eZWEvpYy