The Importance of Web Accessibility in Public Health

Web accessibility is not just a technical consideration; it's a fundamental aspect of public health. In a guest blog post from the World Wide Web​ Consortium (W3C), the Public Health Foundation (PHF) is excited to share the addition of W3C's Introduction to Web Accessibilitycourse to the TRAIN Learning Network (TRAIN). Read more on how this course can be a component of training public health communicators to help create a more accessible and inclusive web presence.

AHD Webinar Series: New River Health Department 10 Years In: Archive Available

Partnerships between health departments and academic institutions have the potential to enhance the capacity of the organizations involved and offer a variety of benefits. In this archived webinar, the New River Academic Health Department shares the process of establishing memorandums of understanding through its current initiatives 10 years into its academic/practice partnership. Watch the archive to learn more.

Find Courses Through TRAIN Using the Latest Version of the Core Competencies

Did you know you can now search for courses by the 2021 Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals (Core Competencies) in TRAIN? To assist with the transition from the 2014 to the 2021 Core Competencies, PHF developed a crosswalk of the two versions, which has been programmed into TRAIN. Build your public health knowledge and skills with nearly 1,400 courses on TRAIN using the 2021 Core Competencies.

Looking to Find Specific Training? Learn to Search in TRAIN with a New Learner Guide

Are you a new or long-time TRAIN user? PHF has created a new Learner Guide that can help you navigate the platform, allowing you to take advantage of all of the quality learning opportunities that TRAIN has to offer. Access our new Learner Guide on how to search for trainings today and share it with your public health colleagues.

Updated 2024 Immunization Schedules are Here – Learn More on How They Are Made

Updated 2024 immunization schedules for children, teens, and adults are now available. Understanding the development of vaccine schedules can help build vaccine confidence within your community. In this short video, developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and PHF, learn about the extensive process used by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) in making vaccine recommendations. Watch the video today.

Explore the New Let's RISE Healthcare Professionals Toolkit

Routine vaccination during the winter season is the most effective way to protect communities from flu, COVID-19, and RSV. PHF, in collaboration with CDC, developed an informative toolkit for healthcare providers to enhance vaccine communication and education among families. Share this new toolkit with immunization staff and colleagues to help increase routine vaccination rates.

New Resources and Training Working to Address the Social Determinants of Health

The White House and federal agencies recently released several resources to help organizations better address social determinants of health (SDOH), including the first-ever U.S. Playbook to Address Social Determinants of Health. To support development of knowledge, skills, and competence in addressing SDOH, PHF developed the SDOH Training Plan in TRAIN. Explore the training plan and share it with your network in support of health equity initiatives.