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Happy World Heart Day! The World Heart Federation established World Heart Day in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) to increase international awareness of and action against cardiovascular disease. The theme of World Heart Day 2023 is Use Heart, Know Heart, which is a reminder for everyone to take care of their hearts by first knowing their hearts.
Part of World Heart Day is sharing your story! My story is about my dad, who experienced a cardiac arrest while sitting at home one night. Thankfully, my mom was there and knew to call 911 and begin CPR. If she hadn`t known what to do, my dad would not have survived!
What can you do to save a life?
1. Take a CPR class
2. Advocate for AEDs in public places
3. Learn more about heart disease and how you can prevent it
To learn more about World Heart Day, visit the link in our bio!
#AmbassadorTakeover
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Sep 29

For today’s #AmbassadorTakeover, we will continue looking at cardiac arrests. Did you know that 90% of cardiac arrests that happen outside of a hospital are deadly? Cardiac arrests are caused by an irregular, fast and unorganized heart rhythm occurring in the ventricles or the heart`s lower chambers. When this rhythm happens, the heart cannot pump blood to the rest of the body and can cause death within a few minutes.
The only way to recover from a cardiac arrest is to restart the heart`s electrical circuit using a defibrillator, also known as an AED. Using CPR and an AED during a cardiac arrest can improve someone’s chance of survival by 50%!
If you witness a cardiac arrest event, be sure to follow these steps:
1. Call 911
2. Start CPR
3. Use an AED
#ThisisPublicHealth
Sep 27

We are excited to announce that our fall TIPH Book Club selection is Still Alice by Lisa Genova! 📘
Follow along to explore the profound impact of Alzheimer`s disease on a brilliant mind, family bonds, and the resilience of the human spirit. Join the TIPH Book Club as we delve into this powerful story that will tug at your heartstrings and ignite meaningful discussions. 📖💬
Visit our link in bio to join the TIPH Book Club on Goodreads! The first set of discussion questions will be posted on October 20th and will cover content through page 100 of the paperback copy (up until the section titled "April 2004"). We look forward to reading with you! 🔖
Sep 26

Hello! My name is Stacie, and I am an MPH student at the University of North Dakota specializing in Population Health Research & Analytics @undsmhs. My main research interest is Cardiovascular Disease, especially arrhythmias. Join me this week as we look at cardiac arrest and celebrate World Heart Day on this Friday, September 29!
#AmbassadorTakeover #ThisIsPublicHealth
Sep 25

Sydney again with more information regarding patient safety as it relates to the maternal and child health population. The WHO created the Global Patient Safety Action Plan 2021-2030. The goal of the action plan is to limit avoidable harm in healthcare.
The action plan illustrates the importance of patient safety in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This post displays the linkages between patient safety, MCH, and SDGs three and five.
#ThisIsPublicHealth #AmbassadorTakeover
Sep 23

Hi, my name is Sydney and I am taking over This Is Public Health social media this week! I am a second-year MPH student in the Maternal and Child Health program at Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine @tulane_sphtm
My research interests are Black maternal and infant mortality and morbidity, Reproductive Justice, health disparities, and obstetric violence. This week I will highlight World Patient Safety Day, which was on Sunday, and the importance of ensuring patient safety!
Check out the link in bio for more information!
#AmbassadorTakeover #ThisIsPublicHealth
Sep 20

For this week`s last ambassador takeover post, we will wrap up by discussing social isolation among older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Social isolation can be defined as the lack of relationships with others and little to no social support or contact.”
Social isolation impacts 1 in 4 adults in the United States. Social isolation can negatively impact older adults` physical, mental, and overall well-being. Many great organizations are working towards combating mental health among older adults, such as The Village Network, Eldercare Locator, and local senior centers.
Check out our link in bio for more information!
Thanks for a great week discussing mental health challenges we may face across the lifespan! - Ally & Katherine
#ThisIsPublicHealth #AmbassaorTakeover
Sep 15

Middle-aged adults may struggle with mental health challenges at work. Mental health challenges are on the rise. And even though they are being identified and disclosed more than ever, not everyone is comfortable speaking up about these issues. Bias increases the burden for underrepresented groups, such as people of color and people who identify as LGBTQIA+.
Employers can create an environment of psychological safety using the following strategies:
-Be flexible with how and where work is completed
-Promote connection among and with employees
-Make reducing stigma an organizational priority
-Provide support to employees--ask how you can help.
#AmbassadorTakeover #healthyworkplaces #thisispublichealth
Sep 14

Today we will focus on the impact of COVID-19 on young adults` mental health. During the pandemic, 63% of young adults reported symptoms of mental illness with 10% of young adults estimated to experience long-lasting mental health impacts. It is important to reduce the negative stigma among mental health and promote prioritizing mental health!
Check our link in bio for more information!
See you all tomorrow for mental health among middle-aged adults!
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Sep 13

Children experience stress too, although they may express it differently from adults. Pay attention to new or worsening medical and behavioral symptoms and consider whether stress is a factor. Fortunately, adults can help!
- Listen with empathy
- Model healthy emotional awareness
- Remind the child they are loved
- Provide support to help them manage challenges.
Remember--emotional support helps kids build resilience!
Check out our link in bio for more!
#AmbassadorTakeover #ThisIsPublicHealth
Sep 12

This week, Katherine and Ally have teamed up to takeover @thisispublichealth social media to talk about mental health at every age. Katherine is a Master of Public Health student @pennstatehershey and Ally is a third-year Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior doctoral student @usc_arnoldschool.
How we feel mentally plays a notable role in our medical and behavioral health. According to @hbr_press, up to 80% of us face mental health challenges at some point. Check back all week for more on prioritizing mental health throughout the life span. #AmbassadorTakeover #ThisIsPublicHealth
Sep 11

Did you know less than 25% of individuals meet physical activity recommendations during pregnancy? At @wvusph, I`ve been studying the relationship between physical activity and pregnancy.
⏱️Recommendations: The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that pregnant individuals aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week. This can include activities like brisk walking, swimming, or stationary biking.
🚫 Barriers: Despite these recommendations, many barriers to physical activity during pregnancy exist. These can include fatigue, back pain, nausea, and time commitment. Talking to your doctor about what exercise is safe for you during pregnancy is important.
🤰Interesting Facts: Did you know that physical activity during pregnancy can benefit both you and your baby? Studies have shown that regular exercise can help reduce the risk of gestational diabetes, postpartum depression, and high infant birth rate.
Swipe to learn more about physical activity and pregnancy! #AmbassadorTakeover
Sep 7

ASPPH’s This Is Public Health Graduate School Fair is headed to New York, Los Angeles, and Atlanta!
Join us in-person to learn about your options in graduate public health education. Representatives from CEPH-accredited schools and programs, as well as a member from the SOPHAS team, will be available to answer all of your questions.
Registration is free! Visit the link in our bio to learn more.
If you can’t make it to one of these three events, you can also join our virtual grad fairs.
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#thisispublichealth #publichealth #publichealthmatters
Sep 6

Part 5:Hi! I am Christian Schulz, the TIPH Ambassador from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. In this video, I interviewed Candace Rachel, the Rapid Response Coordinator for the Jefferson County Department of Health’s Overdose Data to Action Grant work in Birmingham, Alabama. We discuss what her program does, some of their challenges, how they combat them, and what the general public needs to know about overdoses and naloxone.
#AmbassadorTakeover #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay #IOAD2023 #overdoseawareness @uabsoph
Aug 31

Part 4:Hi! I am Christian Schulz, the TIPH Ambassador from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. In this video, I interviewed Candace Rachel, the Rapid Response Coordinator for the Jefferson County Department of Health’s Overdose Data to Action Grant work in Birmingham, Alabama. We discuss what her program does, some of their challenges, how they combat them, and what the general public needs to know about overdoses and naloxone.
#AmbassadorTakeover #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay #IOAD2023 #overdoseawareness @uabsoph
Aug 31

Part 3:Hi! I am Christian Schulz, the TIPH Ambassador from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. In this video, I interviewed Candace Rachel, the Rapid Response Coordinator for the Jefferson County Department of Health’s Overdose Data to Action Grant work in Birmingham, Alabama. We discuss what her program does, some of their challenges, how they combat them, and what the general public needs to know about overdoses and naloxone.
#AmbassadorTakeover #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay #IOAD2023 #overdoseawareness @uabsoph
Aug 31

Part 2:Hi! I am Christian Schulz, the TIPH Ambassador from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. In this video, I interviewed Candace Rachel, the Rapid Response Coordinator for the Jefferson County Department of Health’s Overdose Data to Action Grant work in Birmingham, Alabama. We discuss what her program does, some of their challenges, how they combat them, and what the general public needs to know about overdoses and naloxone.
#AmbassadorTakeover #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay #IOAD2023 #overdoseawareness @uabsoph
Aug 31

Check out the rest of my interview by visiting our reels!
Part 1:Hi! I am Christian Schulz, the TIPH Ambassador from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. In this video, I interviewed Candace Rachel, the Rapid Response Coordinator for the Jefferson County Department of Health’s Overdose Data to Action Grant work in Birmingham, Alabama. We discuss what her program does, some of their challenges, how they combat them, and what the general public needs to know about overdoses and naloxone.
#AmbassadorTakeover #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay #IOAD2023 #overdoseawareness @uabsoph
Aug 31
