2025 National Conference on Health Communication, Marketing, and Media (NCHCMM)
Mark your calendars for the 2025 National Conference on Health Communication, Marketing, and Media (NCHCMM) from July 29-31 in Atlanta, GA. Celebrating its 17th year, NCHCMM unites academia, public health researchers, practitioners from federal and state governments, and industry leaders to engage in meaningful dialogue.
Co-hosted by the CDC and NPHIC, this premier public health comm...
Apply to PHCC’s Brand Ambassador Program
Calling all health advocates! The Public Health Communications Collaborative (PHCC) is excited to introduce a new brand ambassador program for public health communicators. Ambassadors will use their expertise and networks to share PHCC messaging resources and pre-approved digital content, engaging in a vibrant community for networking, collaboration, and support. Apply today and join peers wh...
CDC Data Shows Over 70 Million U.S. Adults Reported Having a Disability
The CDC's latest Disability and Health Data System (DHDS) update reveals that over 70 million U.S. adults, more than 1 in 4, reported having a disability in 2022. The new data includes insights into Long COVID, showing that 10.8% of people with disabilities experienced persistent symptoms, compared to 6.6% of those without disabilities.
This highlights a critical need to address the higher ...
CDC / NPHIC Member Call Recap and Slides (July)
NPHIC government members are invited to meet virtually with CDC on every fourth Wednesday of the month from 4-5 p.m. EST to discuss situational updates with CDC’s Office of the Associate Director of Communication. Find a recording of the most recent meeting on July 17, along with a transcript and presentation slides, directly on our website. After logging in as a member, under NPHIC’s “member...
Use Home Medical Devices? Here’s How to Prepare for a Power Outage
As power outages from extreme weather events become more frequent, individuals reliant on home medical devices face heightened risks. With 4.5 million Medicare recipients using electricity-dependent equipment, including ventilators and oxygen concentrators, these outages can significantly impact health. Climate change is intensifying weather-related disruptions, which now cause 80% of major o...
Multistate Listeria Outbreak Linked with Sliced Deli Meat, CDC Says
The CDC has issued a warning about a multistate listeria outbreak linked to deli meat, with two deaths and at least 28 hospitalizations reported. Investigations suggest the actual number of cases may be higher due to undiagnosed milder infections. The outbreak spans 15 states, with most cases traced back to deli meats like turkey and liverwurst, but no specific product has been identified.
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Take Steps to Protect Yourself if Exposed to Radioactive Particles
Radioactive contamination can occur due to accidents, natural events, or intentional acts, posing serious health risks. The CDC provides essential guidance and tools to mitigate radiation hazards. In a radiation emergency, immediate action is crucial.
Get inside a building, preferably brick or concrete, and move to the basement or center, staying away from walls and roofs where radioactive ...