Name | Presenters | Description |
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Sexual Health Assessment of Onondaga County | Sydney Gale, BS | In March of 2023, the Sexual Wellness Center began conducting a sexual health assessment of Onondaga County. This presentation represents the key findings of this project. |
Orange County Department of Health Chlamydia Management Program | Kevin Horiszny, BA; Kaitlin Cafferky; Erin Ray Pascaretti, RDN, MPH | This is a poster presentation of Orange County Department of Health Chlamydia Management Program. Included is an abstract outlining the program, background data regarding chlamydia epidemiology, and the underlying framework of the program. |
Post COVID-19 Opioid Overdose Deaths in Erie County, New York | Yi T. Wu, MPH | This presentation presents the characteristics and trends observed through the data and information shared by different collaborations and partners. In fact, such information provides Erie County Department of Health a good direction to focus on certain groups of people who needs assistance when facing opioid use disorder and what type of opioid is present among the community. |
Preaching to the Choir: Faith, Science, and Public Health Outreach | Kaylyn M. Townsend-Kensinger, MSW | This poster will describe a study that explored why COVID-19 positivity rates and vaccine uptake among Blacks and Caucasians were alarmingly disproportionate. These findings can be used to improve effective, trusted messenger communication strategies in real-time to use resources wisely and improve health outcomes for the most vulnerable. |
Primary Risk Factors for COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy: Misinformation and Mistrust | Syed Ashiqur Rahman, MPH | Core risk factors of COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy are conspiracy theories, exposure to misinformation on social media, worries about safety and effectiveness, as well as a lack of trust in government, healthcare systems, and pharmaceutical companies. Targeted interventions are needed to reduce hesitancy for highest-risk populations. |
Racial Disparities in the Prevalence of ADHD and Conduct Disorders | Noha Shalaby, MSc; Sourav Sengupta, MD, MPH; Jamal B. Williams, PhD | Our purpose is to highlight trends in the prevalence of Attention Deficient Hyperactivity Disorder and Conduct Disorders between non-Hispanic White and non-Hispanic Black populations. Analysis of de-identified Attention Deficient Hyperactivity Disorder and Conduct Disorders patient electronic health records on TriNetX showed race disparities between Black and White populations, and sex disparities within each population. |
Sepsis and Tick-borne Illness: An Information Gap | Emily B. Crimmins, BSN, RN | Columbia County has a heavy burden of tick-borne illness. Sepsis continues to be a serious nationwide issue with 1.7 million cases and 350,000 deaths per year. To address the information gap of tick-borne illness and sepsis, an educational infographic was developed for distribution to the public through our usual community events. |
Strengthening Community Resilience in Livingston County Through Local Partnerships | Taylor Gerber, MPH | Livingston County Department of Health relies on its Medical Reserve Corps to support health related emergency preparedness efforts through community engagement, responding to immediate emergencies, and assisting to sustain long-term recovery efforts. Barriers, achievements, and what will be done moving forward will be discussed. |
The eyes do not see what the mind does not know: a peculiar case of lead poisoning | Nida Khan, MBBS MD MSc | Lead paint continues to be the most common source of lead poisoning in children, but other consumer products like cooking utensils, spices, candies, cosmetics, jewelry and toys may also contain lead. The aim of this case report is to highlight some of the unlikely sources of Lead poisoning which could otherwise be missed if we are not looking for them. |
The role of cross-sector partnerships: The Herkimer County Children’s Center | Andrea Blowers, BA, MPH; Nancy Wind, BBA; Chris J. Connolly, BA, MS; Christina Cain, BS, BSN, MA, MS, RN | The Herkimer County Children's Center is designed to fill the gaps in rural services delivery by integrating a wide range of services in one strategic location. Attendees will gain insights into collaborative partnerships and risk identification strategies, advancing the discourse on public health interventions in rural regions. |
Think Mommy Group: Building Partnerships that Strengthen Public Health | Krystal Curry, BASc | A mommy focus group taking a holistic approach to health & wellness care. Pregnant & postpartum women come together to learn lifestyle skills & new topics at each meeting with interactive models. The group presents a safe place for community and social support to engage in activities that promote selfcare and overall family health. |
Meeting Public Health Goals through Local Partnerships in Tompkins County | Marie Joy B. Arguillas, PhD; Dorota Z. Kossowska, B.S. | In this presentation we discuss how Tompkins County Healthy Neighborhood Program (TC-HNP) meets its public health goals through partnership with community-based organizations (CBOs). We also describe how partnership between the Healthy Neighborhood Program and community-based organizations are strengthened and sustained. |
Using survey data to inform communication for individuals with disabilities and/or Access/Functional Needs | Andee Wik, MPH, CHES; Dylan Delgado, BS; Grace Milton, BS | Updating the NCDOH Communication plan to best suit the needs of individuals with disabilities or access/functional needs utilizing community survey data. |
Vaccination Promotion through Epidemiology | Alexa Markiewicz, RN, BSN; Laura Churchill DNP FNP-BC, DNP FNP-BC | Highlighting Local Covid-19 Trends and Risk Factors in Greene County, New York to Increase Vaccine Uptake |
Assessing Aedes albopictus Abundance Identified Mosquito Hotspots | Mathew J. Yonks, MPH | Poster will briefly illustrate and describe the population dynamics over 24-hours for the Asian Tiger Mosquito. Data was collected over 10 weeks and the final goal will be to provide vector control and Public Health officials with sound data to make decisions for the general public. |
Wastewater Analysis in Congregate Settings Utilizing a Passive Sampling Method | Meghan Sheridan, Emily Nojeim | Since April 1st, 2023, the Genesee County Health Department has been participating in a pilot project with the Water Environmental Federation. This pilot project’s goal is to use the GeneXpert machine to test wastewater at congregate settings for SARS-CoV-2, Influenza A and B and RSV. |
We Are GO Health PHEP: Redefining Preparedness with New York State Public Health Corps Fellows in Genesee / Orleans | David E. Bell, PhD, MPH; Cora Young, BS | This presentation emphasizes the eight core responsibility areas maintained by GO Health Emergency Preparedness, with summary of key tasks and support from New York State Public Health Corps Fellows within these areas. The presentation also highlights the skills necessary for development of these areas, and efforts made to foster relevant skills for New York State Public Health Corps Fellows. |