Strengthening data governance in US public health agencies
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MARCH 15, 2024
US public sector agencies offer valuable lessons on how public health agencies can approach data governance in a holistic way.
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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MARCH 15, 2024
US public sector agencies offer valuable lessons on how public health agencies can approach data governance in a holistic way.
AWS Public Sector Blog
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
When battling infectious diseases and monitoring for emerging threats, how do public health officials determine their deployment of scarce resources and stay ahead of rapidly changing situations? The Association of Public Health Laboratories ( APHL ) understands the vital role that data plays in improving public health.
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Partnership for Public Service
MAY 3, 2024
The Partnership for Public Service, in collaboration with the Boston Consulting Group, convened senior federal health leaders for a panel and roundtable conversation on the responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to improve agency operations and public health service delivery.
McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights
MARCH 20, 2023
By placing equity at the center of public health programs, government agencies could more effectively address disparities and improve health outcomes for all Americans.
NLC (National League of Cities)
MAY 2, 2023
In early 2020, two emergency declarations were issued in support of the nation’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic: a National Emergency and a Public Health Emergency.
GovPilot
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Local governments play a crucial and multifaceted role in promoting healthy communities , serving as the frontline of public health and well-being through municipal and health services.
AWS Public Sector Blog
MAY 31, 2023
Today, Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced Training Pathways for Public Health. These pathways are designed for public health professionals to learn more about the cloud and the AWS services that can help them on their modernization journey. Digital and cloud skills are in high demand in the public health community.
GovPilot
DECEMBER 6, 2023
In a post COVID-19 world, there is no misunderstanding the important relationship between the public and the proper health health precautions. 2020 very quickly familiarized citizens with new everyday health expectations that they now often do try to live by.
GovPilot
JANUARY 23, 2023
The New Jersey Department of Health recently announced over $116.5 million to be allocated towards local public health department infrastructure in counties and townships across the state, and for good reason.
Careers in Government
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
The healthcare industry plays a vital role in society, and while many medical professionals work in private hospitals and clinics, there are also numerous opportunities in government. From public health initiatives to medical care administration, healthcare careers in government offer a diverse range of roles.
Rebuilding Place in Urban Space
JANUARY 5, 2024
But it's also ironic in that my first DC job was for a public health related group, which had an alcohol policies project, and for awhile a program on Hispanic health which included a focus on tobacco consumption. I drink very little, especially now, and I don't use illegal drugs.
GovPilot
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Local governments across the U.S. have been on the front lines of response to the public health and economic crisis over the past few years, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic that shed a whole new light on prospective governmental challenges.
Careers in Government
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
The healthcare industry plays a vital role in society, and while many medical professionals work in private hospitals and clinics, there are also numerous opportunities in government. From public health initiatives to medical care administration, healthcare careers in government offer a diverse range of roles.
GCN
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Deficiencies in common data standards, interoperability and public health IT infrastructure across different states made it difficult to collect and work with COVID data, according to the Government Accountability Office.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
JULY 11, 2023
We have made about 400 recommendations to improve the government’s response for future public health emergencies. Congress and agencies have taken actions on about 45% of these recommendations. Today’s WatchBlog post looks at our new report released.
GovPilot
MARCH 30, 2023
Local health departments have thousands of public health records to store, from business inspection notes to health licenses, and everything in between.
Policy Chats
MAY 6, 2022
In this episode, Government Relations and Public Policy Advisor Greg Rodriguez talks with a student from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the similarities and differences between the HIV and COVID-19 public health crises. About Greg Rodriguez : Greg L. About Greg Rodriguez : Greg L.
Policy Chats
MAY 6, 2022
In this episode, Government Relations and Public Policy Advisor Greg Rodriguez talks with a student from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the similarities and differences between the HIV and COVID-19 public health crises. Guest: Greg Rodriguez (Government Relations and Public Policy Advisor).
NLC (National League of Cities)
MARCH 7, 2024
The severity of the COVID-19 pandemic and the unprecedented local government response resulted in historic federal funding to cities, towns and villages of all sizes through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
State Tech Magazine
JANUARY 12, 2023
The pandemic created a public health emergency that unearthed the critical need for government to rapidly respond to and support its residents — especially through digital channels. Supporting people in times of crisis requires government technology that is accessible, easy to use and focused on creating equitable outcomes.
Careers in Government
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
The healthcare industry plays a vital role in society, and while many medical professionals work in private hospitals and clinics, there are also numerous opportunities in government. From public health initiatives to medical care administration, healthcare careers in government offer a diverse range of roles.
NLC (National League of Cities)
AUGUST 2, 2022
In April 2022, NLC and the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA) convened local leaders in health and the arts to discuss how artists, in collaboration with government, can meaningfully impact health outcomes in communities.
GovPilot
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
If there’s a key takeaway from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s how integral local public health departments are to public safety.
State Tech Magazine
MAY 22, 2023
The number of intelligent devices available for placement around municipalities by local governments only continues to grow. This growth fuels current public safety and public health trends and lays the groundwork for remarkable new…
GCN
JANUARY 9, 2024
COMMENTARY | States that take the time to strategically adjust their staffing, processes and technology could ultimately speed up the Medicaid redetermination process.
Paul Cairney
APRIL 14, 2022
There are strong links between the study of public health and public policy. For example, public health scholars often draw on policy theories to help … Continue reading → By James Nicholls and Paul Cairney, for the University of Stirling MPH and MPP programmes.
GCN
JANUARY 29, 2024
New York City Mayor Eric Adams made the announcement last week, while Florida lawmakers advanced a bill banning accounts for anyone under 16 years of age.
GovLoop
JUNE 21, 2023
Increasingly, government leaders recognize the need to approach cybersecurity in the same way they approach public health: There must be a holistic network in which the well-being of individuals, or individual systems, depends on and benefits the well-being of others. Here are examples of collaborative efforts already underway.
AWS Public Sector Blog
MARCH 6, 2023
Local public health departments must notify public health agencies, like state health departments or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), of reportable conditions. This data is then transmitted to the public health agency for compliance with reporting requirements.
GovPilot
APRIL 25, 2023
It’s no surprise that attention is being brought to the continually worsening air quality in the United States. Since 1980, when the new Clean Air Act was implemented, there has been an estimated 50 percent decline in emissions of key air pollutants.
Careers in Government
APRIL 29, 2023
Did you know that Santa Clara County has hundreds of available government jobs right now? These jobs range from public health, administration, parks and recreation, and finance. No matter your background, there are plenty of available jobs you are qualified for today.
GovPilot
MAY 4, 2023
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a federal law that sets standards for protecting sensitive patient health information.
NLC (National League of Cities)
DECEMBER 12, 2023
Cities, towns and villages across the United States took bold actions to address the COVID-19 pandemic, initiating thousands of policies aimed at improving public health, city operations, infrastructure, housing and workforce development. These actions reflect the innovative potential demonstrated by local governments nationwide.
GAO (US Government Accountability Office)
AUGUST 18, 2022
More than 15 years ago, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Having real-time information on things like positive case numbers and resources could help prevent the spread of diseases like COVID-19 and Monkeypox, potentially saving lives.
GovPilot
APRIL 9, 2024
Prioritizing mental health wellness within local governments is paramount in fostering a thriving community. Mental health issues affect individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and socioeconomic statuses, making them a pervasive concern that cannot be overlooked.
NLRG (National Legal Research Group)
JUNE 25, 2020
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, many aspects of our lives have been severely altered and restricted in the name of public health. to communicable disease or the latter to ill health or death." As illustrated below, even the fundamental right to gather in worship can be somewhat restricted by the government (i.e.,
Partnership for Public Service
AUGUST 21, 2023
The federal government employs around 2 million full-time civilian workers. These employees provide a variety of critical services to the American public, from defending our national security to protecting public health and the environment. from the Department of Health and Human Services. “The
NLC (National League of Cities)
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Citizens are more motivated than ever to participate in their governments. Times of an unprecedented public health crisis, the looming prospect of a climate […] Source.
Andy Feldman's Gov Innovator podcast
FEBRUARY 23, 2021
Governments at all levels are increasingly using research findings from behavioral economics and other behavioral sciences to improve program and agency outcomes. To learn more, we are joined by Melissa Leal , a change management specialist at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE).
GovLoop
OCTOBER 20, 2022
GovX is powered by a “proud team of data nerds” and guided by a fundamental belief that government can do amazing things for constituents when it knows how to properly use information. They all went to training camp…with the idea that in the next six months, we are going to have a full data dictionary for the entire city government.
NLC (National League of Cities)
MARCH 15, 2023
As every NLC member knows, local government is unique. Local governments play a more significant factor in the daily lives of Americans than any other level of government. From community development to education to public health, cities administer essential programs that directly affect the lives of a wide spectrum of residents.
GovPilot
JANUARY 29, 2024
Local governments set a prime example for their community in regard to environmentalism and eco-friendliness. Whether through approving environmentally friendly laws or setting the pace in local offices, government bodies have a major impact on the environment of their community.
AWS Public Sector Blog
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
As public health resources shift away from the pandemic response, jurisdictions now seek ways to modernize their public health infrastructure to avoid previous challenges such as data fragmentation, incompleteness of health data, and lack of interoperability.
iGrantWriters
JUNE 16, 2023
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