Ruth Lindberg

Directs the Health Impact Project @pewtrusts, formerly @NCHH and @RIHEALTH. Runner and outdoor adventurer. The views expressed are my own. RT ≠ Endorsements.

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"The degree of missing data significantly skews conclusions about who is affected by Covid-19; unadjusted and incomplete data risk significantly lowballing the magnitude of inequities." @statnews https://t.co/qwD2iu8i0j

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How can systems and policies address and prevent inequities in health outcomes caused by race, income, and geography? Our recent convening identified five considerations that are key to moving forward: https://t.co/5oA9vqom8b

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ICYMI: 45 million children in America depend on free or reduced-price school meals—they may not have reliable access to food otherwise. Collaborative community programs in many states—like Louisiana—are working to ensure #NoChildGoesHungry. https://t.co/4akFUxTH9W

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Building healthy communities requires looking at social, economic, and environmental factors and how they impact people's health. My colleague @MimiMNarayan joined the @pewtrusts "After the Fact" podcast to discuss why mental health is no exception. https://t.co/8zIvKVBZ4K

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JUST RELEASED: #VisionZero model policy and implementation toolkit from @ChangeLabWorks for #LocalGov staff and community advocates who are seeking commitment & action to create safe, equitable transportation systems in partnership with communities: https://t.co/AnxPubX0Sn

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Thrilled to have had the opportunity to contribute to this important update to @SocietyforHIA's Minimum Elements and Practice Standards for Health Impact Assessment. Check out what's new! https://t.co/vxHKtLXifJ

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We are excited to announce that Version 4 of the Minimum Elements and Practice Standards for Health Impact Assessment is now live! https://t.co/AxGrJ7bv7V

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New dataset from @PHLR_Temple tracks laws that limit the authority of a governor, state health agency, or state health official regarding public health emergency orders: https://t.co/mu6uZHGEdq

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ICYMI from @pewhealth: Health inequities result in $93 billion in excess medical costs each year. Partnerships between service organizations and state and local governments can help. Three experts share their tips: https://t.co/I8M1gzRccm

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SOPHIA steering committee nominations are open! We're looking for health in all policies professionals from all org types & backgrounds! Learn more about the open positions & responsibilities on our website https://t.co/lrO4TZBDre

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#AINM2022 is a unique opportunity to share data-driven solutions for community health across sectors. Learn more and register today at https://t.co/fBTxpgdeUy.

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ICYMI from @pewhealth: High-quality, comprehensive data is essential for communities and state and local policymakers to advance health equity. We outline key strategies to help you close critical gaps in data: https://t.co/Mdx9qp0O1N

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New research from Harvard, RWJF, & NPR: "these experiences reflect a larger, systemic pattern of #discrimination in America, with significant implications for the health of both individual Americans and the nation as a whole." https://t.co/LvWWEOnji7

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Firearms are now the leading cause of death among children in the United States. That is incomprehensible. Gun violence is a public health crisis that will not end until our nation enacts evidence-based regulations. https://t.co/CLDlo7WmU7

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4 Key Q&As About the Impact of Climate Change on Health Equity from @KFF https://t.co/l3PikydI4m

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Happy Monday! Reminder that our free public webinar is this Thursday!! Join us to hear Dr. Judy Goforth Parker's experience using KHI's Hi-C Tool. Register here https://t.co/aV3ANqwe3i

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"The data tell us clearly that the playing field is not equal and for many it’s worsening" @JYReede https://t.co/Y0vZPRjSEi

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This year, the #HealthRankings explore how childcare affordability, eliminating the gender pay gap, creating equitable school funding, and ensuring a living wage tie to health and can help put us on the path toward economic security for all. https://t.co/WlTLLja4GZ

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Reflecting on the power of words after an amazing session with @natalie4health yesterday: "Choose to use words that affirm instead of question, benefit instead of oppress, respect instead of denigrate, and value instead of marginalize." https://t.co/oLpGbcvzNY

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ICYMI: @NCSLorg's recent webinar showcased how health notes can help policymakers examine the potential health and equity implications of proposed legislation in a range of sectors. It was great to see colleagues' and partners' work highlighted. https://t.co/xgo1Kz03aj

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The U.S. is one of the most dangerous developed nations for childbirth, especially for women and babies of color. But “with more research, more education and more advocacy, we can bring that rate down,” said @InderTerrie.

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