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Tools, Reports, and Resources |
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COLLECTING SOCIAL DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH DATA IN THE CLINICAL SETTING: FINDINGS IN HIGH RISK VS. GENERAL POPULATIONS – Fact Sheet
Clinical data alone isn’t enough to understand patients’ health. The fact sheet provides information on how PRAPARE SDOH data has been linked with clinical data to better understand how SDOH risks are more common in populations with more complex clinical needs. Use this fact sheet to learn about PRAPARE SDOH data. Learn more.
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HOUSING AFFORDABILITY, ADEQUACY, AND ACCESS TO THE INTERNET IN HOMES OF MEDICAID ENROLLEES – Policy Brief
The Kaiser Family Foundation released a policy brief which examines housing adequacy, affordability, and internet access within the homes of Medicaid enrollees using data from the 2019 American Community Survey while assessing the role that Medicaid can play in helping to address challenges. In addition to key findings, the report shares strategies to tackle issues through policy and partnerships. Read the article to identify ways to address housing issues and internet availability in communities. Learn more.
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THE STATE OF OBESITY: BETTER POLICIES FOR A HEALTHIER AMERICA 2021 – Report
The Trust for America’s Health (TFAH) has released the State of Obesity 2021: Better Policies for a Healthier America, based in part on newly released 2020 data from the CDC’s Behavioral Risk Factors Surveillance System and analysis by TFAH. It provides an annual snapshot of overweight and obesity rates by age, race/ethnicity, and the state of residence for U.S. adults. Read the report to learn policy and program strategies to prevent obesity. Learn more.
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NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNITIES ARE EAGER TO TAKE BIG LEAPS FORWARD IN THE QUALITY KIND OF SERVICES AND PROGRAMS DELIVERED – Initiative
In response to North Carolina’s critical policy questions, and building on the 80 years of working with public officials throughout the state, the UNC School of Government launched ncIMPACT, a statewide applied public policy initiative. ncIMPACT aims to help local communities use data and evidence to improve conditions and inform decision making. Explore the group's website to understand how the organization is impacting communities in North Carolina. Learn more.
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ALL IN: DATA FOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NATIONAL MEETING
November 8-10
The meeting themes will focus on:
- Unpacking the role of data sharing to address racial justice and health equity
- Community leadership for sharing, using, and owning data
- Elevating policies and systems levers that facilitate data sharing, avoid unintended consequences, and protect data to drive health equity.
Participate in the conference to learn strategies for multi-sector collaboration promoting health, well-being, and equity. Learn more.
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SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE CONFERENCE
November 13-15
Durham, NC
On Farm and Virtual
CFSA’s annual Sustainable Agriculture Conference draws farmers, foodies, researchers, educators, and activists for a weekend celebration of innovation in local sustainable agriculture. The conference includes educational workshops and panels, inspiring talks, and tours by industry leaders, social opportunities, exhibits, and networking. Learn more.
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HEALTHIEST CITIES AND COUNTIES CHALLENGE HIGHLIGHTS
The Healthiest Cities and Counties Challenge released its second Highlights Report which shares how communities are improving access to food and health services. The report provides an overview of accomplishments and case studies that share success stories and lessons learned and offers recommendations to funders and TA providers engaging in similar work. Read the report to learn strategies and read examples of communities addressing inequities in chronic disease through food systems and health services. Learn more.
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Funding & Leveraging Opportunities |
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PREVENTION INSTITUTE: PEOPLE, PARKS, AND POWER (P3)
Due: November 4
Prevention Institute is awarding grants up to $500,000 over a 24-month grant period for the People, Parks, and Power (P3) program. More than $7 million in funding is available to support community-based organizations and base-building groups working in urban, low-income communities of color across the U.S. to increase park equity through local policy and systems change. Learn more.
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LEARNING AND ACTION IN POLICY AND PARTNERSHIPS
Due: November 12
The purpose of this second round of funding for the Learning and Action in Policy and Partnerships (LAPP) grant is to support coordinated local or state government and community partnerships as they leverage COVID-19 relief funds to advance policies for data-sharing and data-integration efforts, improve a culture of health and advance equity, and inform state policy development. Learn more.
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DASH COMMUNITY FUNDING ASSET BASED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Due: November 16
DASH is seeking collaborations that are convening community members, institutions, and organizations to identify interventions to combat health disparities in historically excluded areas. The program is helpful for any community-rooted partnerships that tackle racial justice and health equity challenges, build capacity to form multi-sector collaborations inclusive of community and resident leadership, and those who are sharing and using data to work towards improved health equity. Learn more.
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