Public Health Prepared
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Public Health Prepared
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Public Health Prepared is the workforce development and public health practice branch of the broader Michigan Center for Infectious Disease Threats & Pandemic Preparedness (MCIDT) initiative, funded by the University of Michigan. https://publichealthprepar
Happy Public Health Thank You Day! Join us on #PHTYD in expressing our collective commitment to supporting the #publichealthworkforce and their tireless efforts to protect and improve health. #PublicHealthHeroes
November 24, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Happy #NationalRuralHealthDay! Today, we celebrate and appreciate all of those who work to improve rural health, like our partners at the Michigan Center for Rural Health! Learn more: mcrh.msu.edu/news-and-eve...
November 20, 2025 at 9:23 PM
We're at the MIDS and MDHHS Fall Conference today! Stop by our table to learn more about our training opportunities 😊 publichealthprepared.org/training/
November 13, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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📣 Join the Region V Public Health Leadership Institute to enhance your skills, connect with peers, and drive positive change in your community. Applications close on 11/02/25. Learn more and apply today! www.rvphtc.org/leadership-i...
October 1, 2025 at 6:21 PM
While National Preparedness Month is coming to an end, it's a great time to take small steps to make a big difference in being prepared. Getting ready for emergencies like home fires, power outages, and local floods means you’re more prepared for disasters. Learn more by visiting www.ready.gov!
September 30, 2025 at 6:07 PM
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently published a new Outbreak Communications Toolkit for West Nile Virus (WNV)! State and local health departments can adapt and use the toolkit in local communication about WNV outbreaks: www.cdc.gov/west-nile-vi...
Outbreak Communications Toolkit
Health departments can use a CDC-created toolkit to communicate about West Nile outbreaks.
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September 15, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Enroll in Disease Detectives: Outbreak Investigation, Further Exploration (Self Paced-No CE)! This training will provide an introduction to outbreak investigations, including a short overview & accompanying case scenario to solve at your own pace. phprepared.catalog.instructure.com/courses/ddoi...
August 22, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Register for the 2025 Foundations for Effective School Nursing Practice! Learn more: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
June 11, 2025 at 7:37 PM
We're excited to see you today at our fourth annual summit!! Stop by the tables in the hallway to see our friends from the Michigan Center for Infectious Disease Threats and Pandemic Preparedness, too!
May 30, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Join us at noon ET on June 25, 2025 for The Power of Dialogue: Navigating Difficult Conversations with Courage and Compassion! A free webinar on navigating tough conversations with courage and compassion.

Register: bit.ly/3F1ZKOM
May 29, 2025 at 4:01 PM
We're at the 2025 Michigan Public Health Association’s Epidemiology Conference! Stop by our table to learn more about Public Health Prepared 😊
April 11, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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We’ve come to the end of this year’s #NPHWChat! We had a great time chatting with all of you – it flew by! Thanks @bsky.app for this great platform. We know the convo isn’t over, so let’s keep it going beyond NPHW. Thank you for all you do for public health!
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April 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
A7: @apha.org Addressing the root cause of health inequities is the key to unlocking the vitality and potential of our communities. We must intervene in the social determinants of health at each level through cross-sector collaboration with traditional and nontraditional partners.1/2 #NPHWChat
apha.org APHA @apha.org · Apr 9
Q7 Knowing the achievements of the last 30 years, what do you see as the biggest opportunities for public health professionals to make a lasting impact in the next 5, 10 or 20 years? #NPHWChat #NPHW
April 9, 2025 at 6:55 PM
A6: @apha.org PHP strengthens connections between local public health & policymakers. At our annual summit, we have representation from our local & state health departments & SACCHO. We have similar representation in our training, advisory board meetings, and other convening activities. #NPHWChat
apha.org APHA @apha.org · Apr 9
Q6 Public health in action — All communities, rural, urban and everything in between require strong public health systems. What are unique approaches you have used to engage policymakers to assure a public health system that promotes opportunities in your community to be healthy? #NPHWChat #NPHW
April 9, 2025 at 6:46 PM
A5: @apha.org Digital health campaigns and webinars with accessibility for all audiences will aid in reaching a cross-section of the population where they are. Identifying digital leaders and ambassadors will be necessary to break through the noise of mis/disinformation.1/2 #NPHWChat #NPHW
apha.org APHA @apha.org · Apr 9
Q5 Public health workforce – What are some innovative ways for public health professionals to engage with their community in this time of potential contraction of the governmental public health workforce? #NPHWChat #NPHW
April 9, 2025 at 6:38 PM
A4: @apha.org Community organizations in underserved neighborhoods have launched initiatives to address food apartheid. For example, the Detroit Food Co-op is owned and driven by the community and seeks to bring fresh and healthy food to the city. 1/2 #NPHWChat #NPHW
apha.org APHA @apha.org · Apr 9
Q4 Encouraging healthier lives – Staying active and eating well are among the best ways to improve overall health. What are some creative and inclusive policies that promote healthy living? #NPHWChat #NPHW
April 9, 2025 at 6:29 PM
A3: @apha.org PHP partners with organizations and agencies who lead this work through trainings and convenings where practitioners and researchers can discuss best practices, strategies, and gaps in knowledge. 1/2 #NPHWChat #NPHW
April 9, 2025 at 6:20 PM
A2: @apha.org We create a collaborative environment where everyone’s expertise is valued and open communication is welcomed. We seek out less common partners, like community health workers, to highlight the underutilized workforce in public health. 1/2 #NPHWChat #NPHW
April 9, 2025 at 6:09 PM
A1: @apha.org The advancement of treatment, legislative measures, & public health campaigns have had a great impact. HIV/AIDS antiretrovirals & immunizations, tobacco taxes, improved food access, and anti-stigma campaigns have led to healthier communities and longer life expectancy. 1/2 #NPHWChat
April 9, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Q1 Looking Back, Moving Forward – Over the past 30 years, the public health community has tackled major challenges, from disease and injury prevention to health equity. What achievements stand out to you as being the most important and impactful? #NPHWChat #NPHW #PublicHealth
April 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Happening TODAY: The #NPHWChat is almost here! Gather your friends and join us for an exciting conversation starting at 2 p.m. ET
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April 9, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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National Public Health Week is here! Public health starts with each of us making a difference in our homes and communities. It’s how the places we live, work and play affect our well-being. Join us April 7-13 www.nphw.org #NPHW #ItStartsHere
April 7, 2025 at 5:55 AM