March 8, 2022
The Community Health Corner
Community health uses science-based approaches for the greatest health benefit to the greatest number of people by addressing the social, economic, and structural drivers that impact health. The National Extension Framework for Health Equity and Well-being recommends health equity and community approaches to ensure that every person has the opportunity to "attain his or her full health potential," and no one is "disadvantaged from achieving this potential because of social position or other socially determined circumstances." The following tools and resources can be used to further improve health equity and well-being for communities.
REGISTER NOW: The 2022 Kansas Governor’s Public Health Conference will be held on March 29-31 at the Manhattan Conference Center in Manhattan. A wide selection of breakout sessions tailored to meet the changing needs of Kansas. Sessions include MCH Home Visiting, MCH/Family Planning, Public Health, Leadership and an Orientation to Partnerships with KSRE. Select sessions of the 2022 Kansas Governor's Public Health Conference will be offered virtually via Zoom. All keynote presentations will be streamed live as well as one select breakout session per breakout group. Register here. The conference brochure is here.
LEARN MORE: K-State Research and Extension has been accepted as a state-level partner in the nation’s Self-Management of Blood Pressure (SMBP) initiative through the HHS Office on Women’s Health. In the weeks ahead, messages, resources and learning opportunities will be provided to address cardiovascular disease (CVD) and improve the well-being of all women.
SHARE NOW: National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) takes place March 21-27, 2022. NDAFW is an annual, week-long, health observance that inspires dialogue about the science of drug use and addiction among youth. The focus of the week is to improve the prevention and awareness of substance misuse. Register your event or activity so it can be featured on the order free materials.
For more information, contact Elaine Johannes, ejohanne@ksu.edu; and Stephanie Gutierrez, smgutier@k-state.edu.