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UCSF Receives CDC Grant as one of 10 National Regional Centers for Public Health Preparedness and Response UCSF has received a five-year grant from the Centers for Disease Control as one of 10 regional centers for Public Health Preparedness and Response (PHPR), an effort to ensure the country is ready to meet any future health threats, from pandemics to extreme weather events. Public health emergencies such as COVID-19, hurricanes and extreme heat have underscored the critical need for a more robust and resilient U.S. public health system, the CDC said. UCSF received the grant as the lead institution for the newly established Region 9 Pacific Southwest Center for Emergency Public Health, which covers California, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii and Pacific territories controlled by the U.S. “The Regional Centers will play a vital role in advancing the development and implementation of evidence-based strategies and interventions across communities, enhancing their ability to prepare for and respond to public health threats,” Lisa C. Barrios, DrPH, director of the Division of Readiness and Response Science at the CDC, said in a letter announcing the grants. Read full article at https://lnkd.in/gQczUGhi

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Webinar 1: Addressing Public Misperceptions about Palliative Care Monday, May 20, 2024, 12p to 1p ET. The first webinar in the series will discuss public perceptions of palliative care. Evidence shows that earlier access to palliative care improves patient and family outcomes, yet misperceptions serve as barriers to access to palliative care earlier in the course of serious illness. Research reveals that once palliative care is introduced in a way that matches people’s aspirations and needs, they are more likely to choose palliative care. Speakers: Anthony Back, MD, University of Washington Marian Grant, DNP, Marketing Consultant Diane Meier, MD, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Register here: https://bit.ly/3UHJ3vK

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Value-based care supports more coordinated patient care. Don struggled to manage his heart disease. Medicare’s incentive for value-based care enabled Kootenai Care Network to connect him with a care manager who helped coordinate him manage his medications and improve his quality of life.   Learn more about Don’s story and others: https://bit.ly/3VKbACX   #CoordinatedCare #ValueBasedCare #Medicare

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Today, the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing - HCPF announced it has received approval from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Servicesto extend CHP+ and Medicaid coverage eligibility for two groups of Coloradans, a change made possible by an amendment to Colorado’s Expanding the Substance Use Disorder Continuum of Care 1115 demonstration waiver. The policy will support continuous coverage for children from birth to age three who are eligible for Health First Colorado (Colorado’s Medicaid program) or Children’s Health Insurance program (CHP+). This expands continuous coverage for young children to 36 months, rather than the current continuous coverage of 12 months. CMS also approved Colorado’s request to allow adults leaving a state prison to maintain continuous Medicaid coverage eligibility for 12 months regardless of any changes in income or other fluctuations. Both eligibility changes will be implemented on January 1, 2026. #medicaid #colorado #publichealth #coverage #correctionalhealth #pediatrics https://lnkd.in/gWJsGRjj

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Today, the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing - HCPF announced it has received approval from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Servicesto extend CHP+ and Medicaid coverage eligibility for two groups of Coloradans, a change made possible by an amendment to Colorado’s Expanding the Substance Use Disorder Continuum of Care 1115 demonstration waiver. The policy will support continuous coverage for children from birth to age three who are eligible for Health First Colorado (Colorado’s Medicaid program) or Children’s Health Insurance program (CHP+). This expands continuous coverage for young children to 36 months, rather than the current continuous coverage of 12 months. CMS also approved Colorado’s request to allow adults leaving a state prison to maintain continuous Medicaid coverage eligibility for 12 months regardless of any changes in income or other fluctuations. Both eligibility changes will be implemented on January 1, 2026. #medicaid #colorado #publichealth #coverage #correctionalhealth #pediatrics https://lnkd.in/gWJsGRjj

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DHCS’ Chief Quality & Medical Officer and Deputy Director of Quality and Population Health Management, Palav Babaria, contributed to a new report on primary care's role in advancing health equity in California. The report provides 10 actionable recommendations to strengthen primary care and advance health equity in California. The link between primary care access and improved health outcomes is undeniable. We have a roadmap for change, from involving communities in policymaking to expanding pipeline programs for underrepresented groups. Now’s the time for positive change. Read more: https://ow.ly/y5fB50TgL8a #HealthEquity #PrimaryCare #CaliforniaHealthCare

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#actcenterorg's "Rapid Evidence Scan" on Preventing Hospitalizations, answering the question: Are there evidence-based healthcare interventions for reducing inpatient hospitalizations? ACT Center scientists conduct Rapid Evidence Scans at the request of Kaiser Permanente Washington Care Delivery leaders to help inform important and strategic decisions. READ MORE here: https://lnkd.in/gkJ9dhhA | #evidencebase #evidencescan #learninghealthsystem #healthcare #interventions #inpatient #hospitalization #researchtoaction #caretransformation

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New to working in public health? Explore this new training plan from CDC that introduces you to state, tribal, local, territorial, and other governmental public health agencies and how they operate: bit.ly/46nBEY1

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Public health professionals: Do you know the stages of the federal grant lifecycle? Learn all about grants and cooperative agreements with this training from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and CDC Foundation. https://bit.ly/3T8JuhM

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Over the last several months, PBGH's California Quality Collaborative has united stakeholders from across the health care landscape. Here's a snapshot of what we've been up to: 🧠 Advancing behavioral health integration by refining workflows, leveraging data for care optimization and planning for sustainable financing. 🌱 Strengthening primary care in preparation for the launch of the Payment Model Demonstration Project to test a common value-based payment model. 🧓 Improving senior care by enhancing cognitive services, managing chronic conditions and promoting health equity for Medicare beneficiaries. 🔍 Tackling disparities in the Medi-Cal population by harnessing data, addressing social drivers of health and fostering community collaboration in LA County. 🎯 Exploring alignment and standardization of LA County's Medi-Cal incentive landscape to enhance health care outcomes. Learn more about our quality improvement work: https://bit.ly/3ZbVFiC #healthcarequality

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ACOs and #palliativecare providers have driven substantial savings in the Medicare Shared Savings Program by improving care coordination, addressing health disparities, and targeting high-needs populations, saving $1.8 billion in 2022, the program's sixth consecutive year of significant cost reductions. https://bit.ly/48TTwus

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Arizona has made a groundbreaking step in healthcare by receiving federal approval to include Indigenous healing services under Medicaid. This initiative acknowledges the cultural importance of traditional healing practices for Indigenous communities, integrating them into modern healthcare systems. These services, such as healing ceremonies and consultations with traditional healers, will now be accessible through Medicaid coverage. This not only enhances culturally sensitive healthcare options but also strengthens the connection between Indigenous communities and their cultural heritage. At A New Leaf, we understand the significance of culturally informed services in promoting health and well-being. This development is a powerful example of how modern systems can honor and collaborate with traditional practices, providing holistic care that respects the unique needs of every individual. Together, we can continue to champion initiatives that bring equity and inclusivity to healthcare, ensuring that all communities receive the care and respect they deserve. https://lnkd.in/gemwgSBs

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Do the communities you serve have questions about open enrollment? Our Enrollment Toolkit can teach them how to: ✅️ Enroll in new coverage ✅ Change their health care plan ✅️ Use their health coverage ✅️ Get the care they need Share the toolkit today to help individuals choose the right coverage: https://go.cms.gov/3XvnOyy #OpenEnrollment #HealthCoverage

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Outbreaks in correctional settings are complex and resource intensive because pathogens, especially respiratory ones, can spread quickly in these often crowded and poorly ventilated spaces. Incarcerated individuals often have a higher prevalence of underlying health conditions compared to the general public, which puts those living in these settings at an increased risk for severe health outcomes. In a recently published article, Epidemiology PhD student Sixtine Gurrey, gives insight into how the Washington State Department of Health worked together with the Washington Department of Corrections during the COVID-19 pandemic and a multifacility tuberculosis (TB) outbreak. https://lnkd.in/g-2Ntn6b #PublicHealth #Epidemiology #Incarceration #OutbreakPrevention

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“Vaccine requirements in places like schools or hospitals are important for preventing the spread of disease and protecting vulnerable people and kids,” - from my interview with Colorado Public Radio School vaccine requirements play a crucial role in boosting vaccination rates, creating healthier schools, protecting children, and strengthening community health. Most parents agree: a nationwide survey this year found that 77% support vaccine requirements for school attendance, while only 8% believe they are unimportant (source in comments). Let’s join the majority of parents in standing up for healthier schools and communities. We must work together to ensure all children have the protection they need to thrive by advocating for policies prioritizing community health. #vaccine #vaccines #socialnorming

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🗞️ E-NEWS: Our August E-News features resources to help state leaders advance #AgeFriendlyCare from NASHP | National Academy for State Health Policy, National Alliance for Caregiving, West Health, IHI, ADvancing States and more. Explore it here: bit.ly/JAHF_AugENews

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