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Advancing Health Equity Through Housing Law and Policy
In July we discussed the connection between health and housing, the theme of the 2019 County Health Rankings Key Findings Report. This webinar explored the influence housing laws and policies can have on health in urban and rural communities. Experts from The Network for Public Health Law provided an introduction to public health law and policy, and explained how laws and policies related to...
Advancing Health Equity Through Strategic Partnerships
What does it look like for a community to advance health equity? How do communities strengthen relationships and build capacity to create a culture of health? Join us for a discussion with the Jefferson County Health Action Partnership, anchored in Birmingham, Alabama, where they have made health equity a priority. Members from the Partnership will share how they strategically engaged local...
Adverse Climate Events*
Indicator of thresholds met for the following adverse climate and weather-related event categories: extreme heat (300 or more days above 90F), moderate or greater drought (65 or more weeks), and disaster (2 or more presidential disaster declarations) over the five-year period.Air Pollution: Particulate Matter
Average daily density of fine particulate matter in micrograms per cubic meter (PM2.5).Air, water and land
Air, water and land are the fundamental natural resources that provide what we need to survive and thrive. Many Indigenous peoples understand that air, water and land are sacred, living entities in a reciprocal relationship with us.Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths*
Percentage of driving deaths with alcohol involvement.Bridging across political differences and reducing polarization
This webinar will explore ways to bridge across political differences and reduce polarization.
Broadband: A Super Determinant of Health
In this webinar, we will explore the concept of digital redlining and how this has impacted residents' ability to thrive. We'll also demonstrate how users can identify broadband rates in their counties, and explore innovative strategies used to bridge the digital divide in San Antonio.