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"This infographic, based on our literature review document entitled What Factors Can Public Health Actors Consider to Facilitate the Borrowing of a Public Policy? presents a structured list of factors that facilitate the adoption of public policies from elsewhere and a four-pronged approach to mobilizing these factors to inform policy decisions. Public health actors and those from other sectors can use this as a resource when considering proposing the borrowing of a policy." https://lnkd.in/gppUA6_B

How is Hamilton transforming public health to reflect the diversity of its residents? Karima Kanani led a session on collaborative governance for the newly formed public health subcommittee of the Hamilton Board of Health. A recent article from the Hamilton Spectator discusses her comments on public health reform and the role of the new committee in shaping decisions to better serve the city's diverse population. Read the article: https://bit.ly/3ZyIuI6 #MTHealth #governance #PublicHealth

We have a new government. What does this mean for the future of the NHS? Today’s seismic election result will have profound implications for our system of health and care. Labour inherit an NHS with service productivity issues, infrastructure challenges, backlogs and staffing issues.   How can the new government leverage its mandate to address these issues and futureproof health and care in the UK? In what will be one of the first high-level health event of the Labour era, Thursday July 10th will see Public Policy Projects are pleased to host Sir Julian Hartley, Chief Executive of NHS Providers, to discuss what the election result means for the future of the NHS and wider health and care reform. Topics of discussion: What does the election mean for health and care? Key heath and care priorities for the incoming government, what can be learned beyond the manifesto headlines? How systems and providers can manage expectations and operate can work within tight financial constraints How could the incoming government create a successfully health and care legacy? If you want to be part of the in-person debate, health and care colleagues can sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eB5uuQrh   #newgovernment #nhs #leadership

Government inquiries provide a unique opportunity to have a real influence on government policy. It's an important window for advocates to add their voice to matters in their field of expertise, as well as to potentially influence those with opposing views or agendas. So, what makes the best possible submission? Dr Katherine Cullerton, Dr Megan Ferguson and Dr Rachel Bacon compiled the evidence to allow your expertise to stand out. Read their top tips on Intouch ⤵ https://lnkd.in/gCM9pzEB #PublicHealth #HealthPolicy

In the face of widespread underinvestment, how did Indiana manage to pass a 1,500% public health spending increase in 2023? Nir Menachemi of Indiana University and the Regenstrief Institute and coauthors describe how the Indiana state legislature successfully appropriated $225 million for public health funding in 2023 and what insights Indiana's approach may hold for other states. The authors highlight how multisectoral coalitions and partnerships, along with successful communication, enabled the passage of this legislation. Read the article: https://bit.ly/3XDU988

Always a pleasure to join Public Health Review Morning Edition. The Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is instrumental to us building the next generation of public health workers. Investing further in this mechanism will help give us flexibility to build our workforce and infrastructure to be ready for whatever the next threat might be. We already know so many are on the horizon. As one example, measles was declared eliminated from the United States in 2000. As of February 29, 2024, there have already been 41 measles cases in 16 jurisdictions. Even for a highly vaccinated state like Connecticut, we know we have pockets where community measles vaccination rates are below 95%, which is when a community is more vulnerable to an outbreak. Flexible funding enables us to be ready for any emerging threat and helps us build the workforce we need for whatever is next to come.

📢 ‘Shifting the Dial on Children's Health Outcomes’ webinar now available on demand. Discover how genuine partnership and collaboration across a range of organisations, not just the NHS, has a crucial role to play as Andrew Laird our expert panel, Tom Riordan, Chief Executive at Leeds City Council, Prof. Kate Ardern, Former Director of Public Health at Wigan Council and Gill Burns, Children’s Services Director of Essex and Kent, NELFT NHS Foundation Trust explored how to improve children’s health. They covered: ➡ How do you ensure system and place leadership are on the same page? ➡ How can we utilise data and engagement with key stakeholders to identify priorities? ➡ What are the challenges and workarounds to sharing and accessing data? ➡ What are the right delivery structures and models? Catch up on the entire webinar on-demand below. ⬇ https://lnkd.in/gdgaBhmB #ChildrensHealth #ChildrensServices #PartnershipWorking #PrioritisingPublicServices #PublicServices #PublicSector #LocalGov #LocalAuthority #Consultancy

Evaluating the PHIRST scheme We launched the first Public Health Intervention Responsive Studies Teams (PHIRST) scheme back in 2020 and we’re now funding eight academic research teams. PHIRST teams rapidly and robustly evaluate interventions put forward by local government organisations in the UK, where such interventions may impact on health or health inequalities. A key driver behind the launch of the PHIRST scheme was a recognition that whilst local government organisations play a vital role in their local communities – with an ability to influence public health – they had not always been able to access the research and evaluation support. We want to discover the difference that the PHIRST scheme is making, whether it’s meeting its goals and if it’s fit for purpose. To do this, we’re offering #ResearchFunding for a 12-15 month evaluation. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eqFmdEUu

We are bringing together a panel of experts to discuss some of the key questions we explored in our latest research with Ipsos UK. We carried out a series of deliberative workshops with members of the public and, together with the latest wave of our polling, captured unique insights to understand how the public is feeling about the NHS and some of the key policy issues for the next government. The webinar will give an overview of the research report findings and discuss: ➡️ do the public have faith in the current model for the NHS? ➡️ are the public willing to increase funding for the NHS, and where do they think resources should be directed? ➡️ how can the government gain the public's confidence in their plans? Find out more and register to attend ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ggaEE98P [Alt text: The future of the NHS – what do the public think? Thursday 23 May 2024 10.15–11.30]

Three decades ago, the Commission on Population and Development stressed that human rights must be at the heart of population and development matters. This landmark affirmation led to positive impacts around the world on education, healthcare outcomes, mortality rates, living standards and more. Yet, further efforts are needed to ensure no one is left behind. See how the Commission’s 57th session, which is underway at UNHQ in NYC, seeks to carry progress forward: https://lnkd.in/dER8qMPs