Thank You for Joining Us at the 2024 Public Health Learning Forum!

This Public Health Thank You Day, and every day, we acknowledge and show our appreciation for the public health and healthcare professionals who have contributed so much to our health and well-being. Now and into the future, advocating for public health is crucial. The Public Health Foundation (PHF) is proud to be a partner with the Johns Hopkins Lerner Center for Public Health Advocacy and their Public Health Advocacy Consensus Task Force to support and work towards ensuring all voices within public health are heard. PHF remains committed to supporting the public health workforce through innovative training, resources, tools, and advocacy. Hear from Shelley Hearne, DrPH, Director, Lerner Center for Public Health Advocacy, on the importance of advocating for the workforce.

TRAIN: An Asset for Public Health Workforce Development

Is your state, Tribal, local, or territorial health department on track to meet its workforce goals? The TRAIN Learning Network (TRAIN) can help. TRAIN offers the largest collection of quality public health trainings that can be found in any one place, at no cost, from more than 3,000 course providers. TRAIN also offers subscription services providing administrative access to the learning management system platform, enabling agencies to curate, disseminate, manage, track, and report on the training being taken. To learn more about these affiliate subscription packages, including new customized, discounted tiers for smaller local agencies and other training entities, contact Mike Barry at [email protected].

New Tools to Help Assess and Prioritize Workforce Development Capacity Needs

Identify your agency’s workforce capacity needs, gaps, and priorities using new resources and tools developed by PHF. By utilizing these resources and tools, health departments can effectively move from assessment data to concrete actions that strengthen their ability to deliver Foundational Public Health Services (FPHS) in their jurisdictions. View the FPHS Resources and Tools page.

Session Recordings from the 2024 Public Health Learning Forum Now Available!

Thank you to all who were able to join us at this year’s Public Health Learning Forum! For those who missed a session or would like to revisit any presentation, all session recordings are now available on TRAIN.

Explore the session “Culture Catalysts: Transforming Tribal Public Health Through Core Values and Staff Development,” led by Dr. Mona Zuffante of the Winnebago Public Health Department. Learn how the department integrates core values and continuous learning to strengthen workforce retention and enhance health outcomes in their community. The presentation offers valuable perspectives from a leader in Tribal public health, showcasing innovative approaches to building capacity within a Tribal health department. Watch the session recording on TRAIN.

Protecting American Indian and Alaska Native Families from RSV: A Toolkit for Tribal Home Visitors

Tribal home visitors and Early Head Start staff are vital in educating American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) families about Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and available immunization options. RSV poses a significant health risk for AIAN children, who face higher rates of hospitalization due to RSV. PHF, in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Indian Health Service, developed a comprehensive toolkit to support conversations around RSV immunization with AIAN families. Explore this toolkit that includes digital and printable FAQs, factsheets, and infographics.

Order Today: Academic Health Department Partnerships: Bridging the Gap Between Town and Gown

We’re excited to announce the release of Academic Health Department Partnerships: Bridging the Gap Between Town and Gown, a new book co-authored by Academic Health Department (AHD) Learning Community Chair Bill Keck, MD, MPH, and staff from the Council on Linkages Between Academia and Public Health Practice. The book captures decades of AHD partnership experience and offers a practical guide to developing and sustaining these collaborations. The book also explores key elements and highlights the value of AHD partnerships. Purchase your copy today.

Antibiotics and Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness

November 18-24,2024 is Antibiotic Awareness Week. Fighting antimicrobial resistance takes all of us, and clinicians play a pivotal role. In an effort to support clinicians, CDC created a training plan on TRAIN to help optimize antibiotic use and combat antibiotic resistance to improve healthcare quality and patient safety. Explore CDC's Antimicrobial Stewardship Courses today.

Alzheihmer's Awareness Month

Public health and healthcare workers are at the forefront of mitigating the current and future impact of Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Every November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, and it’s important to highlight the wide range of resources available to improve awareness and confidence in assessing Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Discover available Alzheimer’s and dementia trainings on TRAIN.