Community health practisioner latest news

Here are some of the latest news and updates in the field of community health practice:

1. COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts

• The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a global campaign to vaccinate 70% of the world's population against COVID-19 by mid-2022. (Source: WHO)
• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced that COVID-19 vaccination is now recommended for all individuals 12 years and older. (Source: CDC)

2. Mental Health Awareness

• The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has launched a campaign to reduce stigma around mental illness and promote mental health awareness. (Source: NAMI)
• The American Psychological Association (APA) has released a report highlighting the importance of mental health in the workplace and providing strategies for employers to support employee well-being. (Source: APA)

3. Health Disparities

• The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has launched a new initiative to address health disparities in the United States, focusing on improving health outcomes for underserved populations. (Source: NIH)
• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a report highlighting the significant health disparities faced by racial and ethnic minority populations in the United States. (Source: CDC)

4. Community-Based Health Initiatives

• The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) has launched a new initiative to support community-based health initiatives, focusing on improving health outcomes through community engagement and partnerships. (Source: RWJF)
• The National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) has announced a new program to support community health centers in providing comprehensive primary care services to underserved populations. (Source: NACHC)

5. Telehealth and Digital Health

• The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced new rules to expand telehealth services for Medicare beneficiaries, including remote patient monitoring and virtual visits. (Source: CMS)
• The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new initiative to promote the use of digital health technologies in low- and middle-income countries, focusing on improving access to healthcare services. (Source: WHO)

6. Public Health Workforce Development

• The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) has launched a new initiative to support public health workforce development, focusing on improving the skills and competencies of public health professionals. (Source: ASTHO)
• The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) has announced a new program to support local health department workforce development, focusing on improving the capacity of local health departments to respond to public health emergencies. (Source: NACCHO)

These are just a few examples of the latest news and updates in the field of community health practice. I hope this information is helpful!