Public Health Pulse

Keeping a pulse on Public Health. Highlighting the work being done in the field of public health, from research to practice, and why you should care.

[ECDC @ECDC_EU]

How was it possible to develop the #COVID19 vaccines so quickly?

On the occasion of #EIW2022 we look back at the timeline of the unprecedented efforts that led us to have a proper tool to fight the COVID-19 #pandemic.

Read more (in YOUR language!) here: https://t.co/b9K2wBJKQ8

[Public Health Pulse @PH_Pulse]

Research on #socialmedia crisis communications during #infectiousdisease emergencies: The right communications help avoid confusion, panic and misinformation, and promote trust, cooperation and health system resilience.
https://t.co/3zHKhqpged

[Public Health Pulse @PH_Pulse]

A wide variety of types & intensities of #exercise contribute significantly towards prevention of #depression, according to a systematic review in
@JAMAPsych Read ➡️ https://t.co/GUTRu7EHml.

[One Health - U of Guelph @OneHealthUofG]

New article in @ConversationCA: "Future infectious diseases: Recent history shows we can never again be complacent about pathogens" by Gerry Wright. @BBS_McMasterU

"Infectious diseases are almost always what we call One Health problems." #OneHealth
https://t.co/XUQouk2kYe

[One Health - U of Guelph @OneHealthUofG]

New article in https://t.co/2CPF008slG: "The Next Virus 'Hotspot', the Arctic: Why a #OneHealth Response is Needed" by Richard Seifman:
https://t.co/5g9mCGsfVX

"Arctic Circle states should address (these threats) with greater urgency and specific mitigation & adaptation plans."

[Public Health Pulse @PH_Pulse]

#PhysicalActivity decreases the risk of several cancers, cardiovascular disease, diabetes & obesity, while also improving #mentalhealth. @ParticipACTION @EIM_Canada

[Canadian Partnership Against Cancer @cancerstratCA]

Physical inactivity is the second most common cancer risk factor, contributing to ~5% of all cancer cases in #Canada—following physical activity guidelines could reduce cancer risk by 10-25%.

#prevention #CDNHealth #DYK

[Public Health Pulse @PH_Pulse]

Prevention and testing are key ways of monitoring and controlling the spread of infectious diseases, and STIs are no different. #HealthPromotion can also play a role to promote #sexualhealth literacy, and to de-stigmatize getting tested. @PPofTO @DiSHIresearch

[NCCID • CCNMI @CentreInfection]

STIs spreading aggressively in Canada as testing, prevention abandoned during pandemic /via @globeandmail https://t.co/ZHCyqhZZsr

[Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health @HarvardChanSPH]

In an op-ed, @HarvardChanDean & @BostonChildrens' Kevin B. Churchwell write: "Three elements stand out as essential to building a solid foundation for a healthy life: maternal and child health, early-childhood support, and behavioral health and wellness." https://t.co/lkiUqsGt3L

[Public Health Pulse @PH_Pulse]

@ECHO_CYMH #mentalhealth and #exercise

[Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine]

Long COVID can be debilitating, and thousands of Canadians have been affected by it. Dr. @AngelaMCheung says that not enough people consider the risks of long COVID when weighing the value of vaccines and other protective measures, such as masks. https://t.co/hly16gPzVZ

[Public Health Pulse @PH_Pulse]

#Vaccination is a highly effective means of preventing not just #COVID19, but many other infectious diseases as well. Targeting and tailoring vaccine promotion is key for ensuring that all facets of society are protected, especially those most vulnerable. @CentreInfection

[CACHC | ACCSC @CACHC_ACCSC]

According to #CVPNational research conducted by CACHC, improving vaccination among individuals requires a targeted, multifaceted approach. Using a combination of evidence-based strategies, CHCs can reach equity-deserving communities to increase confidence and uptake of vaccines.

[Public Health Pulse @PH_Pulse]

New #research demonstrating that #microplastics can be found in human blood. Research next steps include determining the types of plastics, their sources, and how these microplastics affect human health. @ELSenviron
https://t.co/CfKjClfHuq

[Public Health Pulse @PH_Pulse]

Research from The Excess Mortality Analysis demonstrates a more realistic picture of the true cost of the #COVID pandemic. @COVIDimmunityTF @COVIDSciOntario @COVID_E_N_D @TheLancet
https://t.co/zAeDUjahqf

[ECHO Child & Youth Mental Health @ECHO_CYMH]

@REXforYouth conducted a scoping review on the core barriers and facilitators for Black youth accessing #mentalhealth care @CMHInnovation #BlackMentalHealthWeek
Read ➡️ https://t.co/QgvgOvJaDB

[Public Health Pulse @PH_Pulse]

The @wef's Global #GenderGap Report highlights the systematic inequalities that #women face across the landscapes of economic opportunity, education, health and political empowerment. #IWD2022
https://t.co/lDGjTRmimD

[Indigenous Primary Health Care Council @iphcc_ca]

Today we honour the strength and resiliency of Indigenous women. They continue to strive as nurturers, caregivers, providers, teachers and leaders who have helped shape and influence their communities. #internationalwomensday2022 #IWD2022

[CMHA National @CMHA_NTL]

Women’s #MentalHealth has suffered in the #pandemic. Women have been on the frontlines at home and at work and many have lost their jobs. This #IWD, let's make sure women get #FreeMentalHealthCareNow and get the support we all have the right to.

[Alberta Women’s Health Foundation @abwomenshealth]

In Alberta, women's health research receives only 3.4% of provincial health research funding from the @CIHR_IRSC.

A year ago today, the @abwomenshealth was launched to further advance care and research in women's health. Today marks our ONE year anniversary🎉 #RefocusTheResearch

[Public Health Pulse @PH_Pulse]

6⃣ Increasing Women Representation: When women are represented in #STEM and #PublicHealth, we all benefit. Women are still underrepresented in these fields. #IWD2022
https://t.co/ADirBoeKKT

[Public Health Pulse @PH_Pulse]

The @WHO has identified 6 priorities for #WomensHealth: 1⃣ gender inequities2⃣ women in the workplace3⃣ preventing VAWG4⃣ sexual and reproductive health5⃣ reducing non-communicable diseases6⃣ increasing women's leadership in STEM + Public Health #IWD2022
https://t.co/PN757zOcDf

[Public Health Pulse @PH_Pulse]

5⃣ Reducing Non-Communicable Diseases: #Cancer, #HeartDisase, #Diabetes, #Obesity and more all affect women, and prevention strategies can have enormous, positive effects on pop health, such as how mammograms have improved #breastcancer outcomes #IWD2022 https://t.co/JbW4cQnqXT