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Health Equity in Data: One LHD’s Experience

Understanding the intersection of public health and equity is crucial in an era where data informs (but should not drive) decisions. The recent article Data for Equity: Creating an Antiracist, Intersectional Approach to Data in a Local Health Department published in the Journal of Public Health Management and Practice, delves into this intersection, offering a […]

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Research

PLACES Dataset Featured in the New R Package

The PLACES dataset significantly advances public health data analysis and accessibility. Originating from the 500 Cities Project, which began in 2015, PLACES (Population Level Analysis and Community Estimates) is an initiative by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in collaboration with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the CDC Foundation. This innovative project […]

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Workforce

HHS’s Major Milestone in Health Data Exchange

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced a significant advancement in health information technology, marking a new era in nationwide health data exchange. This step, governed by the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common AgreementSM (TEFCA), now operational, promises to reshape how we access and share health information. Understanding TEFCA: A Leap […]

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Workforce

The Complexities of COVID-19 Vaccination Tracking: Insights and Public Health Implications

As we reflect on the monumental task of COVID-19 vaccination efforts, a detailed analysis presented in Monitoring and Reporting the US COVID-19 Vaccination Effort provides critical insights into the sophisticated systems and strategies deployed. It’s a great story! The Foundation of Vaccination Monitoring The COVID-19 pandemic demanded an unprecedented level of coordination and data tracking. […]

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Demystifying the FAIR Guiding Principles for Scientific Data Management

In the ever-evolving world of scientific research, data management is a pivotal aspect that often goes unnoticed. The recent article, The FAIR Guiding Principles for scientific data management and stewardship,” published in Nature, addresses this critical topic in a way that is both groundbreaking and practical. Let’s delve into these principles, designed to enhance the […]

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