Loss is a threat to public health, some say
Loss is a detriment to both mental and physical health. To mitigate the effects, one panel at the recent State of the Public’s Health Conference introduces the concept of bereavement training.
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Community volunteers serve as a resource to improve health care access
Public health campaigns become more effective when community members play an active role. The importance of community-driven outreach is catching the attention of state health officials.
Poor landscape design can be a public health issue, experts say
Rural landscape design is often overlooked in research. Some are looking to close that knowledge gap with a healthier design in collaboration with rural community members.
Nonprofit coalition seeks to address childhood trauma in Georgia
Child trauma has a longterm impact and one Georgia nonprofit’s mission is to develop an integrated behavioral health system to overcome its challenges.
Why education is a focal point for public health improvement
Education can affect families in many ways. Some public health experts say that improving literacy rates not only boosts the economic success of a community, but it also has a positive impact on the community’s health.