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1 in 5 U.S. adults experience a mental health condition each year. You are #NotAlone #MHM.

If you’re struggling, the NAMI HelpLine has created a directory of warmlines you can call. Visit ...

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1 in 5 U.S. adults experience a mental health condition each year. You are #NotAlone #MHM.

If you’re struggling, the NAMI HelpLine has created a directory of warmlines you can call. Visit the link in our bio for more information. #MentalHealthisPublicHealth #ThisIsPublicHealth

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People with asthma have “triggers” which can cause an increase in asthma symptoms or even an asthma attack. Not everyone with asthma will have the same triggers but it is an important part of ...

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May 6

People with asthma have “triggers” which can cause an increase in asthma symptoms or even an asthma attack. Not everyone with asthma will have the same triggers but it is an important part of asthma management and symptom control to know your triggers and take preventative steps to reduce exposure or avoid them. Visit today’s ThisIsPublicHealth story to learn more. #AmbassadorTakeover.

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Thank you to all our educators for your hard work preparing the next generation for success! #ambassadortakeover #teacherappreciationweek

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May 5

Thank you to all our educators for your hard work preparing the next generation for success! #ambassadortakeover #teacherappreciationweek

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Today I wanted to share a visualization from @aafanational showing what is happening in the lungs of someone experiencing asthma symptoms such as cough, wheeze, shortness of breath, or chest ...

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Today I wanted to share a visualization from @aafanational showing what is happening in the lungs of someone experiencing asthma symptoms such as cough, wheeze, shortness of breath, or chest tightness. You will also find recent asthma statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) describing the burden of asthma in the United States. Asthma is common and affects all ages. It leads to thousands of doctor visits, emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and deaths each year. Symptoms can range from mild to severe but for many can be well controlled with asthma medications and avoiding asthma triggers. I will describe asthma triggers in more detail in another post. Lastly, in childhood, asthma is more common in boys than girls. However, this trend reverses in adulthood when women become more affected than men. Researchers are still studying the cause of these differences but there may be a role for reproductive hormones (levels which vary by gender) influencing airway inflammation. #ambassadortakeover

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Our book club selection for May and June is An American Sickness by Elisabeth Rosenthal.

This book answers the question of how the American healthcare system became big business. It also ...

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May 4

Our book club selection for May and June is An American Sickness by Elisabeth Rosenthal.

This book answers the question of how the American healthcare system became big business. It also provides valuable insight on how the American medical system transformed from a caring venture into a business that puts profits before patients.

Join us for our first discussion on May 19th, led by our TIPH ambassadors Tate Atkinson from University of Oklahoma and Brittney Peterkin from The University of Miami on our TIPH Book Club via GoodReads (link in bio).

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Hi, I’m Kelli Gribben! I’m a PhD candidate in Epidemiology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (@iamunmc) and I’m taking over #ThisIsPublicHealth social media this week to share ...

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May 3

Hi, I’m Kelli Gribben! I’m a PhD candidate in Epidemiology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (@iamunmc) and I’m taking over #ThisIsPublicHealth social media this week to share information about Asthma. Coinciding with National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month and World Asthma Day on Wednesday May 5, 2021, this week I will highlight recent asthma data describing the burden of asthma including disparities, the different types of asthma, environmental triggers, current research efforts and resources to learn more about asthma. #ambassadortakeover

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Hi everyone! I encourage you to plug into our Instagram story today. I am posting facts and resources about hypertension to help you understand the condition and ways that you can help protect ...

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Hi everyone! I encourage you to plug into our Instagram story today. I am posting facts and resources about hypertension to help you understand the condition and ways that you can help protect yourself!

Many of us know that hypertension can affect anyone – but it affects some groups more. Current research shows that in the United States older adults, non-Hispanic blacks, men, and those closer to the poverty line face disproportionally higher rates of hypertension; however, this doesn’t mean that other groups are immune. For example, a study published in 2020 shared that of adults between 20 – 40, 1 in 8 had hypertension. 1 in 8.

Let me ask you this, what is your hypertension status? Do you know? When is the last time you took your blood pressure? Do you know how? If you can’t answer these questions, I challenge you to reach out to a medical provider to help you understand your own risk better. Controlling for hypertension is key to preventing later stages of disease.

Check back to our story to catch some resources to help you know your hypertension status! #ambassadortakeover #thisispublichealth

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Happy Monday everyone! My name is Emily Gordon and I will be taking over the social media accounts this week. A little about me: I earned my BS in public health at Sam Houston before going straight to...

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Apr 26

Happy Monday everyone! My name is Emily Gordon and I will be taking over the social media accounts this week. A little about me: I earned my BS in public health at Sam Houston before going straight to grad school. Currently, I am a third year MPH epidemiology student at The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. I know – 3 years is not standard. I have been going to school part time while working full time in public health. I started off at a local health department, and very recently I have transitioned to the American Heart Association as a Community Impact Director. My passion is heart health, and this week I want to share that with you, along with my journey of navigating school, research, and work. I can’t wait to connect with you all this week! #ambassadortakeover #uthealthsph

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We are hosting the Public Health Jobs Virtual Career Fair on April 30th. This event is free for ASPPH member students (undergraduate and graduate) and alumni seeking full-time jobs, internships, ...

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Apr 21

We are hosting the Public Health Jobs Virtual Career Fair on April 30th. This event is free for ASPPH member students (undergraduate and graduate) and alumni seeking full-time jobs, internships, fellowships, and postdoctoral opportunities.

We encourage you to share this event with students and alumni. Last year there were 50+ employers and over 1,000 students from ASPPH member schools participating.

This event is open to any employers who are interested in connecting with public health graduates.

Visit the link in our bio for student and employer registration!

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2 in 3 pregnancy-related deaths are preventable if caught early. New mothers are adapting to so many changes happening at once. They have their baby's health as their top priority, and sometimes ...

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Apr 16

2 in 3 pregnancy-related deaths are preventable if caught early. New mothers are adapting to so many changes happening at once. They have their baby's health as their top priority, and sometimes their health is pushed to the bottom of the list. We can help.
We can all be an advocate for mothers, whether it's your neighbor, coworker, family member, or a friend.
We can all advocate for mothers by:

- Listening to her concerns and encouraging her to seek medical help (even if she feels like it's probably nothing).
- Attending appointments, asking questions, and taking notes.
- Supporting her through follow up care.

Complications that lead to pregnancy-related deaths can happen up to a year after birth.
We can all
Listen.
Encourage.
Support.
Save a Life.

#ambassadortakeover #hearhercampaign #blackmaternalhealthweek #bmhw21 #blackmamasmatter

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Every year about 700 women die from a pregnancy related complication. Over the years data has shown that Black women have ALWAYS had the highest rates of pregnancy related mortality. The inequity only...

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Every year about 700 women die from a pregnancy related complication. Over the years data has shown that Black women have ALWAYS had the highest rates of pregnancy related mortality. The inequity only increases with age and education level. Meaning that a Black woman with at least a college degree is 5x more likely to die from a pregnancy related death than a White woman with a similar education.

• Factors the contribute to the disparity
- Racism/ Implicit bias
causes physicians to not believe that black mothers are in distress
which leads to missed or delayed diagnosis.
- Access to Appropriate and Quality Care
- Lack of knowledge among patients and providers around warning signs.
• What can you do?
1. Get Educated
- Visit the CDC maternal mortality website
2. Join the conversation
- Follow hashtags #blackmaternalhealth #blackmamasmatter
3. Become an Advocate
Check out Black Mamas Matter and The Maternal Coalition for more info and partners across the U.S

You can visit these resources using the link in our bio.

#ambassadortakeover #blackmaternalhealthweek #bmhw21
#blackmamasmatter

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Hi everyone! My name is Brittney Peterkin, I am a recent MPH graduate from the University of Miami. I am currently working as a Clinical Research Coordinator at Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer ...

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Hi everyone! My name is Brittney Peterkin, I am a recent MPH graduate from the University of Miami. I am currently working as a Clinical Research Coordinator at Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center on phase 1 cancer trials.
While pursuing my MPH, I became educated on maternal and child health issues, and I want to use my platform to inform others and advocate for black women and their children. This week is Black Maternal Health Week, and I will be presenting BMH issues and advocacy education.
I am excited to host the ambassador take over this week and to share a topic that I am very passionate about. I'm looking forward to discussing this with you all. 😃
#ambassadortakeover #bmhw #bmhw21

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19,387 people died because of gun violence in the US in 2020.

Yesterday, President Biden took executive actions in an effort to address these startling statistics and combat gun violence. In...

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Apr 9

19,387 people died because of gun violence in the US in 2020.

Yesterday, President Biden took executive actions in an effort to address these startling statistics and combat gun violence. In remarks from the Rose Garden he stated “Gun violence in this country is an epidemic and it is an international embarrassment.”

These actions are limited in their scope and there are calls for Congress to take further action. These actions and any further proposals are likely to face fierce opposition from gun rights activists.

*Sources: Gun Violence Archive, NBC News

#AmbassadorTakeover #GunViolence #USNews

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We’re excited to announce a 📖 giveaway! In partnership with @jeff_oxendine, MPH, MBA, author, and Co-Founder and President of @healthcareerconnection, we are giving away three copies of his book,...

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We’re excited to announce a 📖 giveaway! In partnership with @jeff_oxendine, MPH, MBA, author, and Co-Founder and President of @healthcareerconnection, we are giving away three copies of his book, You Don’t Have to Be a Doctor: Discover, Achieve and Enjoy Your Authentic Health Career. Readers are guided through a proven nine-step process to make life and career choices in alignment with industry needs, their values, passions, goals, and what they are good at and enjoy. Check out the "NPHW Resources" via the link in our bio to learn more about the book.

To enter the giveaway, between now and Friday, tag two friends in the comments and share this post on your story. The winners will be selected and notified next week.

In addition, check out our story today for an interview with Jeff by graduate student and Health Career Connection alum @jojo_ifn about career opportunities in public health.

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For National Public Health Week #NPHW, we’re hosting conversations between our TIPH Ambassadors and faculty and friends about the intersection of public health and other disciplines.

Today,...

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For National Public Health Week #NPHW, we’re hosting conversations between our TIPH Ambassadors and faculty and friends about the intersection of public health and other disciplines.

Today, we're looking at Environmental Science + Public Health. Ambassador Nihmath Maliq interviewed Dr. Katie Pelch, faculty at University of North Texas Health Science Center School of Public Health, @unthscpublichealth. They explore the environmental factors that impact health outcomes.

Stay tuned to our stories this week for other spotlights, and check out the link in our bio to explore more about the conversations we’ll be having.

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The #NPHWinstahunt begins! Share your #publichealth images from April 5-11 of the items listed using #NPHWinstahunt for your chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card! Contest rules: *Participant accounts ...

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Apr 5

The #NPHWinstahunt begins! Share your #publichealth images from April 5-11 of the items listed using #NPHWinstahunt for your chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card! Contest rules: *Participant accounts must be set to public and posts must remain visible through April 11.

*If posting photos of others, be respectful and make sure they consent. *Five winners will be randomly selected and announced on Instagram April 13 at Noon ET. Disclaimer: This contest is not endorsed by Instagram. By participating in this contest, you are authorizing APHA and ASPPH to repost your #NPHWinstahunt post.

For full contest rules, visit the link in our bio.

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Hi everyone! My name is Vincent Varvaro and I’m thrilled to be this week’s #AmbassadorTakeover for #ThisIsPublicHealth!

I am a second-year Master of Public Health candidate in Health ...

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Hi everyone! My name is Vincent Varvaro and I’m thrilled to be this week’s #AmbassadorTakeover for #ThisIsPublicHealth!

I am a second-year Master of Public Health candidate in Health Policy in the Department of Health Policy & Management @rollinspublichealth. I also work as a research assistant with the Center for AIDS Research at Emory University School of Medicine. My interests include health economics, economic evaluations, and public health law.

This week is National Public Health Week, so myself along with the TIPH team will be posting throughout the week about that, and I also hope to share some posts about some topics that are near and dear to me! Posts from me will include #AmbassadorTakeover.

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As prospective students in Public Health start making decisions about graduate programs, I wanted to feature some key factors that weighed into my decision to attend @umichsph! Consider some of these ...

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As prospective students in Public Health start making decisions about graduate programs, I wanted to feature some key factors that weighed into my decision to attend @umichsph! Consider some of these when thinking about your options. Trust your gut!

#thisispublichealth #ambassadortakeover #graduateschool #aspph

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Are you excited for National Public Health Week #nphw! Join @americanpublichealth and @thisispublichealth April 5-11 for our first #NPHWinstahunt!

Scavenger Hunt items relate to the daily ...

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Are you excited for National Public Health Week #nphw! Join @americanpublichealth and @thisispublichealth April 5-11 for our first #NPHWinstahunt!

Scavenger Hunt items relate to the daily themes of #nphw. Contest winners will receive a $25 Amazon gift card! For contest details, visit the link in our bio (check back on April 2nd for a list of the scavenger hunt items).

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Join TIPH Ambassadors Gen and Deanna as they lead discussions based on the TIPH Book Club selection, Vaccinated: One Man's Quest to Defeat the World's Deadliest Diseases by Paul Offit.
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Join TIPH Ambassadors Gen and Deanna as they lead discussions based on the TIPH Book Club selection, Vaccinated: One Man's Quest to Defeat the World's Deadliest Diseases by Paul Offit.

This book is a great opportunity to learn more about the history of vaccines and a pioneer behind some of the most life changing vaccines used throughout the world.

Visit the link in our bio to join the conversation!

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