The document is the 2018 annual report from the Ottawa County Department of Public Health. It provides an overview of the department's activities and programs in 2018. It discusses the transition to the new Public Health 3.0 model, which focuses on leadership, partnerships, data, funding and accreditation. The report highlights several programs from 2018, including providing homemade quilts for babies, releasing data from the 2017 Youth Assessment Survey, and efforts around food donation and food waste reduction in schools. It also recognizes community partners and provides financial reporting.
The document is about an organization called Save A Mother that works to reduce maternal and newborn deaths in India. Some key points:
- Maternal deaths occur every 7 minutes worldwide, with 22% taking place in India alone, particularly in Uttar Pradesh.
- Save A Mother teaches seven health practices to communities to improve literacy and help reduce deaths through regular meetings and training local health activists.
- The program has led to a 93% reduction in maternal deaths and 66% reduction in newborn deaths in the areas it operates, spreading to over 1000 villages across 3 states and 5 districts.
This document provides an annual report from the Ottawa County Department of Public Health. It discusses the department's work in 2018 and goals for 2019. Some of the key initiatives and programs highlighted include homemade quilts donated to new mothers and babies, the release of a youth assessment survey measuring risky behaviors, the medical examiner's program work with organ donation, and food truck inspections. The report also discusses the county's community health improvement plan and efforts to address issues like access to healthcare, mental health, and healthy behaviors.
Examining the role of health facilities in supporting early breastfeeding in ...Stanleylucas
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This study examines the relationship between the health service environment related to breastfeeding counseling during antenatal care and early initiation of breastfeeding in Haiti and Malawi. The study uses data from recent Service Provision Assessment surveys in each country, which characterize facility readiness, provider training, and delivery of breastfeeding counseling during antenatal care visits. These data are geographically linked to Demographic and Health Survey data from corresponding areas to analyze associations between the health service environment factors and whether women initiated breastfeeding within one hour of birth, while controlling for individual characteristics. The study aims to identify gaps in health systems support for optimal breastfeeding and provide evidence on how increased provider training could help improve counseling and early breastfeeding.
Cultural Influence on Child and Maternal Health in Singkil District, ACEH, In...iConferences
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Prepared by Daniel Richard Kambey, The University of Tokyo, Japan for International Conference on Public Health and Well-being 2019, 4-5 April, Negombo, Sri Lanka
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Amandha BTR, Fitriana, Ayuningtyas SL
The document discusses racism in the United States today. It defines racism and explores different perspectives on its meaning. While racism began as discrimination by whites against minorities, the document argues racism now affects all groups and defines it as "all cultures against all." It also discusses the prevalence of racist stereotypes according to studies and argues true racism is difficult to measure. The document concludes by advocating coming together to fight racism through understanding and integration across racial and cultural lines.
Racism can be defined as hatred or belief of superiority toward another person due to factors like skin color, language, customs or place of birth. It has influenced wars, slavery, and legal systems throughout history. The document identifies several causes of racism, including stereotypes promoted through media, unfamiliarity with other races, selfishness, and environmental factors that can impact biology and mental health. Overcoming racism requires enhancing health, celebrating diversity, and promoting understanding between all people.
Kissito Healthcare Presient and CEO, Tom Clarke, met with OB-GYN professionsals from Carillion Hospital on September 30th to discuss Kissito's international child and maternal healthcare operations in Uganda and Ethiopia.
International Nurses Day is celebrated annually on May 12th to commemorate Florence Nightingale's birthday and honor nurses' contributions to healthcare. It was first established in 1953 in the US and adopted globally by the International Council of Nurses in 1965. Nurses play a vital role in caring for patients' physical, mental, and social health needs. Nursing associations aim to support nurses and strengthen healthcare systems so nurses can better serve their communities. The 2019 theme is "Nurses: A Voice to Lead - Health for All," emphasizing nurses' ability to advocate for accessible, high-quality care for all people worldwide.
Improve quality and increase access to family planning and maternal health care services
Educate couples to ensure they have the best chance for a wanted and safe pregnancy
Safe motherhood is one of the important components of Reproductive Health. It means ensuring that all women receive the care they need, to be safe and healthy throughout pregnancy and childbirth. It is the ability of a mother to have safe & healthy pregnancy & child birth.
Christian Hands International was founded in 1988 to help Christian communities in Pakistan affected by devastating floods. It now operates in Pakistan, Ukraine, and Canada, working to alleviate poverty through orphan care, education, healthcare, hunger relief, emergency relief, and access to safe water. Key activities include sponsoring over 10,000 orphans worldwide, providing schools and medical care, distributing food, and building wells and sanitation systems. The organization is dedicated to empowering vulnerable communities and addressing the root causes of poverty through long-term development programs.
Action Against Hunger is a global humanitarian organization that focuses on tackling the causes and effects of hunger. They served over 14 million people in 50 countries last year. Their programs are highly effective, with 93 cents of every dollar going directly to program activities. They have nearly 40 years of experience addressing hunger issues, saving lives through community-based treatment programs and disaster relief efforts in nearly 50 nations. In 2016 alone, they improved food access and livelihoods for over 2.6 million people worldwide.
Action Against Hunger is a global humanitarian organization that focuses on tackling the causes and effects of hunger. They served over 14 million people in 50 countries last year. Their programs are highly effective, with 93 cents of every dollar going towards direct humanitarian aid. Undernutrition affects over 800 million people globally and is a leading cause of child deaths, though it is predictable, preventable and treatable. For almost 40 years, Action Against Hunger has been leading the fight against hunger in nearly 50 countries, saving lives and helping communities become self-sufficient. In 2016 alone, they improved food security for over 2.6 million people worldwide.
Action Against Hunger is a global humanitarian organization that focuses on tackling the causes and effects of hunger. They served over 14 million people in 50 countries last year. Their programs are highly effective, with 93 cents of every dollar going towards direct humanitarian aid. Undernutrition affects over 800 million people globally and is a leading cause of child deaths, though it is predictable, preventable and treatable. For almost 40 years, Action Against Hunger has been leading the fight against hunger in nearly 50 countries, saving lives and helping communities become self-sufficient. In 2016 alone, they improved food security for over 2.6 million people worldwide.
The document discusses improving maternal health globally. It notes that nearly 830 women die every day due to complications during pregnancy and childbirth, most of which could be prevented by improving access to emergency obstetric care and prenatal care. Specifically, it recommends increasing access to trained healthcare professionals for childbirth and ensuring women receive the recommended 4 prenatal checkups. The document also advocates donating to organizations working to build maternal health clinics in developing countries to improve outcomes for mothers and infants worldwide.
The document discusses sexual and reproductive rights and maternal health. It provides statistics comparing maternal health indicators like mortality and access to care between Canada, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The main causes of maternal death are also presented. Ensuring access to safe motherhood services, including skilled birth attendance and emergency obstetric care, is important to protect women's sexual and reproductive rights and reduce maternal mortality. Monitoring maternal deaths through methods like health information systems and maternal death reviews is critical for evaluating safe motherhood programs.
CORE Group Newcomer Lunch_Pinky Patel_4.23.13CORE Group
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The document summarizes information from the 2013 Spring Meeting of the Community Health Network. The Network's vision is for healthy communities where no woman or child dies of preventable causes. Its mission is to generate collaborative action and learning to improve community public health practices for underserved populations worldwide. It has over 70 member and associate organizations collectively reaching 720 million people. The Network facilitates working groups, shares resources through its website and social media, and holds biannual meetings to advance community health initiatives.
The Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service established a community garden in 2012 to improve access to affordable fresh fruits and vegetables for community members. The garden provides a space for a women's group and their children to gather and pick produce. It was established using a 'no dig' method with support from local training programs. The garden aims to improve nutrition and bring community members together.
Overpopulation is rising at an unsustainable rate of 1 billion people per year and is negatively impacting natural resources and the environment. It causes issues like food and water shortages, health problems, and conflicts between countries. Some solutions proposed include increasing access to contraceptives through education and affordable options, as well as promoting adoption. However, solutions face challenges from religious beliefs and lack of awareness. The best approach would be a globally implemented plan to raise awareness about overpopulation and provide family planning resources to help lower birth rates worldwide.
This document provides basic health indicators comparing Haiti and the USA. It shows that Haiti has significantly worse outcomes than the USA across a range of measures, including lower life expectancy, higher infant mortality, higher maternal mortality, higher HIV prevalence, higher tuberculosis prevalence and incidence, and lower access to clean water and sanitation.
Sanitation issues in developing countries negatively impact public health and economic development. 2.5 billion people lack basic sanitation services and diseases from unsafe water kill millions annually. The key causes are lack of access to proper waste disposal facilities and water pollution from human and industrial waste. Solutions require improved infrastructure, but also addressing population growth, which increases demand on limited resources. While more progress is still needed, organizations like WaterAid have helped by providing access to clean water for many communities in developing areas.
Meeting reproductive health needs as service providersHenia Dakkak
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The document discusses how reproductive health needs are often not adequately addressed during crisis situations such as conflicts and natural disasters. It outlines the range of reproductive health services needed, including safe motherhood, treatment of sexual violence, HIV/AIDS, family planning, and adolescent health. It also discusses the unique challenges providers face in crisis settings and provides recommendations for how providers can help meet reproductive health needs during and after crises.
The Standing Committee on Public Health (SCOPH) works to promote physical, mental, and social well-being in society through community outreach and advocacy. Its mission includes disease prevention, health promotion, raising global health awareness among medical students, advocating for health policies, and developing skills for future health professionals. SCOPH collaborates with other organizations and holds forums on key issues like tobacco, obesity, tuberculosis, and more.
The Standing Committee on Public Health (SCOPH) works to promote physical, mental, and social well-being in society through community outreach, advocacy, and skills development. Its mission includes disease prevention, health promotion, raising global health awareness, advocating for health policies, and developing future health professionals. SCOPH collaborates with medical students worldwide and other public health organizations on key issues like tobacco, obesity, tuberculosis, malaria, and more. It carries out projects such as medical missions and forums, and celebrates various world health days throughout the year.
AMOS Health and Hope is a non-profit Christian organization dedicated to improving the health of poor and marginalized rural populations. We use the strategy of community based primary health care to increase health care coverage in areas with limited services. We train lay health workers in rural communities to manage and run their own community clinic, prevent and treat the most common illnesses, and work in community development to address the root causes of poor health such as access to safe water and sanitation.
We currently serve a population of over 13,000 people in 27 communities in four departments in Nicaragua Boaco, Chinandega, Matagalpa, and the RAAS. We have two medical teams that accompany, supervise and monitor the health work being done in rural communities. We are committed to implementing interventions that are evidence-based, compassionate and empowering for communities.
The document discusses reducing maternal deaths by addressing the three delays that prevent women from receiving timely emergency obstetric care: delay in deciding to seek care, reaching care, and receiving care. Interventions like skilled birth attendance, emergency obstetric care in well-equipped facilities, and improving access through community education and mobilization have been shown to significantly reduce maternal and newborn mortality when comprehensively implemented. A multi-pronged approach is needed that addresses both supply of and demand for quality maternal healthcare services.
Kissito Healthcare Presient and CEO, Tom Clarke, met with OB-GYN professionsals from Carillion Hospital on September 30th to discuss Kissito's international child and maternal healthcare operations in Uganda and Ethiopia.
International Nurses Day is celebrated annually on May 12th to commemorate Florence Nightingale's birthday and honor nurses' contributions to healthcare. It was first established in 1953 in the US and adopted globally by the International Council of Nurses in 1965. Nurses play a vital role in caring for patients' physical, mental, and social health needs. Nursing associations aim to support nurses and strengthen healthcare systems so nurses can better serve their communities. The 2019 theme is "Nurses: A Voice to Lead - Health for All," emphasizing nurses' ability to advocate for accessible, high-quality care for all people worldwide.
Improve quality and increase access to family planning and maternal health care services
Educate couples to ensure they have the best chance for a wanted and safe pregnancy
Safe motherhood is one of the important components of Reproductive Health. It means ensuring that all women receive the care they need, to be safe and healthy throughout pregnancy and childbirth. It is the ability of a mother to have safe & healthy pregnancy & child birth.
Christian Hands International was founded in 1988 to help Christian communities in Pakistan affected by devastating floods. It now operates in Pakistan, Ukraine, and Canada, working to alleviate poverty through orphan care, education, healthcare, hunger relief, emergency relief, and access to safe water. Key activities include sponsoring over 10,000 orphans worldwide, providing schools and medical care, distributing food, and building wells and sanitation systems. The organization is dedicated to empowering vulnerable communities and addressing the root causes of poverty through long-term development programs.
Action Against Hunger is a global humanitarian organization that focuses on tackling the causes and effects of hunger. They served over 14 million people in 50 countries last year. Their programs are highly effective, with 93 cents of every dollar going directly to program activities. They have nearly 40 years of experience addressing hunger issues, saving lives through community-based treatment programs and disaster relief efforts in nearly 50 nations. In 2016 alone, they improved food access and livelihoods for over 2.6 million people worldwide.
Action Against Hunger is a global humanitarian organization that focuses on tackling the causes and effects of hunger. They served over 14 million people in 50 countries last year. Their programs are highly effective, with 93 cents of every dollar going towards direct humanitarian aid. Undernutrition affects over 800 million people globally and is a leading cause of child deaths, though it is predictable, preventable and treatable. For almost 40 years, Action Against Hunger has been leading the fight against hunger in nearly 50 countries, saving lives and helping communities become self-sufficient. In 2016 alone, they improved food security for over 2.6 million people worldwide.
Action Against Hunger is a global humanitarian organization that focuses on tackling the causes and effects of hunger. They served over 14 million people in 50 countries last year. Their programs are highly effective, with 93 cents of every dollar going towards direct humanitarian aid. Undernutrition affects over 800 million people globally and is a leading cause of child deaths, though it is predictable, preventable and treatable. For almost 40 years, Action Against Hunger has been leading the fight against hunger in nearly 50 countries, saving lives and helping communities become self-sufficient. In 2016 alone, they improved food security for over 2.6 million people worldwide.
The document discusses improving maternal health globally. It notes that nearly 830 women die every day due to complications during pregnancy and childbirth, most of which could be prevented by improving access to emergency obstetric care and prenatal care. Specifically, it recommends increasing access to trained healthcare professionals for childbirth and ensuring women receive the recommended 4 prenatal checkups. The document also advocates donating to organizations working to build maternal health clinics in developing countries to improve outcomes for mothers and infants worldwide.
The document discusses sexual and reproductive rights and maternal health. It provides statistics comparing maternal health indicators like mortality and access to care between Canada, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The main causes of maternal death are also presented. Ensuring access to safe motherhood services, including skilled birth attendance and emergency obstetric care, is important to protect women's sexual and reproductive rights and reduce maternal mortality. Monitoring maternal deaths through methods like health information systems and maternal death reviews is critical for evaluating safe motherhood programs.
CORE Group Newcomer Lunch_Pinky Patel_4.23.13CORE Group
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The document summarizes information from the 2013 Spring Meeting of the Community Health Network. The Network's vision is for healthy communities where no woman or child dies of preventable causes. Its mission is to generate collaborative action and learning to improve community public health practices for underserved populations worldwide. It has over 70 member and associate organizations collectively reaching 720 million people. The Network facilitates working groups, shares resources through its website and social media, and holds biannual meetings to advance community health initiatives.
The Albury Wodonga Aboriginal Health Service established a community garden in 2012 to improve access to affordable fresh fruits and vegetables for community members. The garden provides a space for a women's group and their children to gather and pick produce. It was established using a 'no dig' method with support from local training programs. The garden aims to improve nutrition and bring community members together.
Overpopulation is rising at an unsustainable rate of 1 billion people per year and is negatively impacting natural resources and the environment. It causes issues like food and water shortages, health problems, and conflicts between countries. Some solutions proposed include increasing access to contraceptives through education and affordable options, as well as promoting adoption. However, solutions face challenges from religious beliefs and lack of awareness. The best approach would be a globally implemented plan to raise awareness about overpopulation and provide family planning resources to help lower birth rates worldwide.
This document provides basic health indicators comparing Haiti and the USA. It shows that Haiti has significantly worse outcomes than the USA across a range of measures, including lower life expectancy, higher infant mortality, higher maternal mortality, higher HIV prevalence, higher tuberculosis prevalence and incidence, and lower access to clean water and sanitation.
Sanitation issues in developing countries negatively impact public health and economic development. 2.5 billion people lack basic sanitation services and diseases from unsafe water kill millions annually. The key causes are lack of access to proper waste disposal facilities and water pollution from human and industrial waste. Solutions require improved infrastructure, but also addressing population growth, which increases demand on limited resources. While more progress is still needed, organizations like WaterAid have helped by providing access to clean water for many communities in developing areas.
Meeting reproductive health needs as service providersHenia Dakkak
油
The document discusses how reproductive health needs are often not adequately addressed during crisis situations such as conflicts and natural disasters. It outlines the range of reproductive health services needed, including safe motherhood, treatment of sexual violence, HIV/AIDS, family planning, and adolescent health. It also discusses the unique challenges providers face in crisis settings and provides recommendations for how providers can help meet reproductive health needs during and after crises.
The Standing Committee on Public Health (SCOPH) works to promote physical, mental, and social well-being in society through community outreach and advocacy. Its mission includes disease prevention, health promotion, raising global health awareness among medical students, advocating for health policies, and developing skills for future health professionals. SCOPH collaborates with other organizations and holds forums on key issues like tobacco, obesity, tuberculosis, and more.
The Standing Committee on Public Health (SCOPH) works to promote physical, mental, and social well-being in society through community outreach, advocacy, and skills development. Its mission includes disease prevention, health promotion, raising global health awareness, advocating for health policies, and developing future health professionals. SCOPH collaborates with medical students worldwide and other public health organizations on key issues like tobacco, obesity, tuberculosis, malaria, and more. It carries out projects such as medical missions and forums, and celebrates various world health days throughout the year.
AMOS Health and Hope is a non-profit Christian organization dedicated to improving the health of poor and marginalized rural populations. We use the strategy of community based primary health care to increase health care coverage in areas with limited services. We train lay health workers in rural communities to manage and run their own community clinic, prevent and treat the most common illnesses, and work in community development to address the root causes of poor health such as access to safe water and sanitation.
We currently serve a population of over 13,000 people in 27 communities in four departments in Nicaragua Boaco, Chinandega, Matagalpa, and the RAAS. We have two medical teams that accompany, supervise and monitor the health work being done in rural communities. We are committed to implementing interventions that are evidence-based, compassionate and empowering for communities.
The document discusses reducing maternal deaths by addressing the three delays that prevent women from receiving timely emergency obstetric care: delay in deciding to seek care, reaching care, and receiving care. Interventions like skilled birth attendance, emergency obstetric care in well-equipped facilities, and improving access through community education and mobilization have been shown to significantly reduce maternal and newborn mortality when comprehensively implemented. A multi-pronged approach is needed that addresses both supply of and demand for quality maternal healthcare services.
11. Program Coordinator Field Coordinator Field Supervisor Field Supervisor Field Supervisor 10,000 Population 10,000 Population 10,000 Population 10,000 Population Health Facilitator Health Facilitator Health Facilitator Health Facilitator Health Facilitator Health Facilitator Health Facilitator Health Facilitator Health Facilitator Health Facilitator Health Facilitator Health Facilitator 10,000 Population 10,000 Population 10,000 Population 10,000 Population 10,000 Population 10,000 Population 10,000 Population 10,000 Population
16. 3 MOMS Committees Meeting 25 Homes 1 Hospital Visit MOMS Committee members met with a Doctor to discuss pregnancy care and issues that the population is facing
23. Acknowledgements I would like to thank Project Concern International , Deep Griha Society, and Snehdeep Jankalyan Foundation for allowing me to be part of their family even if it was for a little while. I would also like to thank Alliance for Global Education for all their support and for always being there when I needed anything. Thank you to all the professors who in many ways have made a difference in my life. And to all the families in the slums of Pune Thank you Everyone!!!