Sentences with phrase «local public health organizations»

It's why we are working with national and local public health organizations on comprehensive efforts to reduce sugar consumption in communities where it's most needed.

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Other community groups, such as libraries, professional organizations, public health and safety agencies, the colleges and churches — all could contribute to helping local stations focus much more on their educational obligation to the community.

In Salida, she works with local organizations such as Head Start Programs, the Area Agency on Aging, and various community and public health organizations encouraging people of all ages to engage in a healthy eating and active living lifestyle.

Healthy People 2020 — Healthy People is a national health promotion and disease prevention initiative that brings together national, state, and local government agencies; nonprofit, voluntary, and professional organizations, businesses, communities; and individuals to address major public health issues.

And speaking of the Brooklyn Food Coalition, look around to see if there is a local group — a food policy council, a chapter of Slow Food, a food bank, a public health department, Kiwanis, Rotary, the Junior League, maybe a social justice organization — that can provide you with a home and some support.

Therefore, the target audience includes national and local public health policy - makers, implementers and managers of maternal and child health programmes, health care facility managers, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), professional societies involved in the planning and management of maternal and child health services, health care professionals (including nurses, midwives, general medical practitioners and obstetricians) and academic staff involved in training health care professionals.

ECPHL provides public health and environmental laboratory services to local health departments, hospitals, medical care providers, managed care organizations, and residents throughout Western New York.

«When you look at all the public health impacts and environmental conditions that were systematically ignored there is only one conclusion, that there were other motivations and incentives at play,» said Pramilla Malick of Protect Orange County, a local organization that has been opposing the project for several years.

A diverse group of local governments, environmental protection organizations, business groups, recreational enthusiasts, newspapers and former federal and state government officials and environmental leaders are asking New York State voters to help make the Adirondacks and Catskills safer for residents and visitors alike by voting Yes for Ballot Proposal # 3 — The Public Health and Safety Land Account — this Election Day.

If the cuts are realized, «you will totally undermine the ability of EPA and its research arm to set standards at a level that science can rightfully be confident is protective of public health,» predicts William Becker, executive director of the National Association of Clean Air Agencies, a Washington, D.C., organization representing state and local air pollution agencies around the country.

Professionally, Rob has been a volunteer leader for a range of organizations and its local chapters, particularly the Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE) and the American Public Health Association.

For example, once an organization accepts public funding and thereby becomes subject to local health and safety codes, it may find itself facing a limit on the number of people that can be housed in a building.

All around us — from the local health - maintenance organization to the preschool down the street — public agencies are nurturing choice - oriented, mixed - market incarnations of key human services.

Our students are organizing to send donations to Partners in Health, a local organization that is well established in Haiti and has close ties to the Harvard Medical School and the Harvard School of Public Health.

We have alumni who work in public policy organizations, serve on local school boards, practice education law, and fight for equity in school finance or, as physicians in low - income communities, provide quality health care for children.

For example, state and local education agencies can collaborate with public health organizations to track and report data on student health and well - being and support appropriate interventions.141

[ix] Eligible employment includes any position at a federal, state, or local government entity, or non-profit organization with a 501 (c)(3) designation, or another non-profit organization that does not have 501 (c)(3) status but provides emergency management, public safety, or law enforcement services; health services; education or library services; school - based services; public interest law services; early childhood education; or public services for individuals with disabilities and the elderly.

Many private companies and, in some communities, local hospitals and other healthcare organizations, sponsor health fairs for employees and the public to promote healthy lifestyles.

Alley Cat Allies and a broad coalition of local residents and humane organizations — including caregivers, public health officials, and animal shelters — worked together over a period of years to build citywide support for Trap - Neuter - Return.

Given the public health risk posed by the importation of animals for adoption and the euthanasia of adoptable animals in certain countries, many suggest that organizations first consider improving their local capacity through spay / neuter and community engagement before sending animals abroad.

Provide leadership to state and local governments, community leaders, healthcare professionals, nongovernmental organizations, the faith - based communities, the private sector and the public, domestically and internationally, regarding health protection from climate change effects.

Therefore, the Surfrider Foundation ELI Chapter is working with local partners, students and other organizations to protect public health and clean water across the East End.

Some of the firm's clients include local and state governments, public and private corporations, charitable organizations, health care providers, financial institutions, real estate developers and pharmaceutical companies.

The data produced are an integral part of health information management, and are used by local and national governments, private healthcare organizations and international agencies for various purposes, including medical and health services research, epidemiological studies, health resource allocation, case mix management, public health programming, medical billing, and public education.

Professional Experience American Red Cross (Douglasville, GA) 11/2007 — Present Communications Manager • Lead the strategic direction and implementation of all public relations and communication functions to achieve American Red Cross Blood Services collection goals and organizational objectives • Collaborate with Chapter counterparts to promote a singular American Red Cross image and messaging throughout the state • Develop viable communications plan to assure effective community awareness of critical need for donations • Produce market communications and develop media outreach initiatives, including press releases, media inquiries, and special project updates, to ensure image and brand consistency • Author and edit scripts, presentations, and speeches for use by senior - level organization executives • Establish partnership within the community to enhance awareness of the blood donation program while leveraging key relationships with local - and state - level media professionals • Develop and implement an annual public relations and communications budget to ensure self - sufficiency and utilize financial resources in an efficient manner • Execute and supervise all staff - related functions including hiring, training, evaluation, and career development to create a well - qualified team and enhance operational success • Plan and implement employee award and recognition programs to honor milestone achievements, customer service excellence, and the accomplishment of national initiatives • Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures, Safety Quality Identity Potency Purity (SQUIPP), the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and all other applicable federal, state, and local entities

Key partners may include local and state public health departments, legal services, social work organizations, food pantries, faith - based organizations, and community development organizations.

The current movement from the FCMH toward the medical neighborhood, which encompasses the FCMH combined with other clinical health services and community and social service organizations at the state and local public health levels, may also serve as a facilitator.35 Because families are more likely to use health services when they reflect the families» perceived needs, communication between home visitors and FCMH clinicians regarding specific needs is likely to result in more preventive care use and better retention in HV programs.36 Integration may also allow home visitors and medical home providers to better understand patients» and families» needs and preferences, and more directly address their concerns.

The state's premier professional organization for LCPCs is the Montana Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors Association, which is a local chapter of the American Mental Health Counselors Association whose mission is to «advocate and defend Licensed Professional Counselors through [their] practice law, public policy advocacy, education, and professional development.»

NIAAA provides leadership in the national effort to reduce alcohol - related problems by: Conducting and supporting research in a wide range of scientific areas including genetics, neuroscience, epidemiology, health risks and benefits of alcohol consumption, prevention, and treatment; Coordinating and collaborating with other research institutes and Federal Programs on alcohol - related issues; Collaborating with international, national, state, and local institutions, organizations, agencies, and programs engaged in alcohol - related work; and, Translating and disseminating research findings to health care providers, researchers, policymakers, and the public.