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211 WNY: Building Successful Partnerships and Increasing Community Awareness | Megan Saunders, Catherine Traino, Nicole Franz | Learn how to address the growing needs of mental health and opioid overdose prevention in the aftermath of COVID-19 using data creatively to overcome barriers such as budget constraints, biases, and fractured relationships with the public. |
A Mental Health Awareness Campaign for the Latinx Community in Dutchess County | Anna María del Pilar Suben, Gabriela Vega-Matthews | There is a need to increase access to bilingual mental health supports and address barriers including stigma. This presentation will cover the process of developing and facilitating mental health awareness workshops for the Latinx community in Dutchess County, including assessing needs through data collection and building community partnerships. |
A Vital Community Partner in Increasing Food Security and Reducing Childhood Obesity | Polly McDaniel, Kelly Dodd | With community needs data, resource mapping, and community support infrastructure through an easy to remember 3-digit phone number, 211 should be considered a key partner in any community-based intervention. |
Abstract Partners at Northside C.Y.O Refugee Services | Furahini Z. Bahati, BA | Catholic Charities is a host organization for a cohort of Onondaga County Health Department Fellows, serving up to 600 refugees who arrive annually in the Syracuse community. Syracuse is a mid-size city with a population of around 150,000 residents. |
Assessing Geographic Disparities in Stroke Care Access and Mortality in New York State | Spencer Keable, Kathleen Wales, Krystal Parrigan-Oades, Ian Brissette | Where are the highest rates of stroke mortality in New York State? Which regions have the longest drive times to a stroke center? How are stroke patients getting transported to the hospital? Visit our poster and find out! Spencer looks forward to chatting with you. |
Breastfeeding: Educating & Fostering Partnerships. | Rachael S. Jagger, BS, CLC, CBE, Birth/Postpartum Doula; Hasham Tariq, MPH | The lack of access to education and support in Ontario and surrounding counties has negatively impacted our breastfeeding rates. The overarching goal will be for local health departments in the Breastfeeding Coalition to adopt this curriculum. With the turnkey curriculum, a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) can teach a breastfeeding class in their county. |
The Perinatal Infant Community Health Collaborative in Tompkins County | Dorota Z. Kossowska, B.S.; Marie Joy B. Arguillas, PhD | In Tompkins County the Perinatal and Infant Community Health Collaborative (PICHC) enables community health workers (CHWs) improve maternal and child health outcomes through home visits and connecting clients to resources. Sustaining current partnerships and establishing new ones allows the PICHC program to meet the needs of the community. |
Capital Region Partnership Development to Address Period Poverty | Annabelle Rieseler, Brynn Watkins, Claire Jennings | Period poverty, characterized by limited access to menstrual products due to financial constraints and stigma, is a pressing issue in New York's Capital Region. Join Capital Region Menstrual Health as they discuss their work to increase access to period products and promote menstrual equity through community partnerships, education, and advocacy. |
Collaboration Among Regional Organizations to Improve Indoor Air Quality | Kevin Wang, MPH; Satisha Sharma; James Mohler, MD; Gene Morse; Rolanda Ward | Highlighting the necessary steps taken to mobilize a demonstration project for vulnerable populations within Western New York. Describing the collaboration of various organizations to improve the health of underserved and/or at-risk population. |
Trusted Information Sources About the COVID-19 Vaccine Vary in Underserved Communities | Syed Ashiqur Rahman, MPH | The study explores the primary concerns of vaccine hesitancy among the underserved communities. It explores concerns about potential harm of COVID-19 vaccinations. It also highlights that healthcare provider and family guidance for tailored education to boost vaccine acceptance in Western New York's marginalized populations. |
Cross Sectoral Partnerships for Establishing a Tobacco Cessation Program | Autumn Headwell, BA | Poster will explore how cross-sectional partnerships can be used to successfully establish a tobacco cessation program. By working together, we can create a more comprehensive and effective approach to helping individuals quit smoking. |
Encouraging Cancer Screening Paid Time Off Policies at Schuyler County Worksites | Eleanor James, Ruinan Sun | Presenters will explore Schuyler County Public Health's initiative aimed at promoting policies that offer paid time off for cancer screening in local worksites. We will delve into Schuyler County Public Health's process, including conducting surveys, collaborating with employers, and effectively advocating for the adoption of paid time off policies to support cancer screening. |
Enhancing Epidemiological Surveillance by Streamlining Syndromic Data | Neha Gautam | Nassau County Department of Health explored if 2022 syndromic surveillance systems data for Respiratory and Fever emergency room visits detected increases in Influenza and COVID-19 cases. We also analyzed 2019 surveillance systems data for COVID-19 to see if pre-pandemic signals were recorded. We discovered that surveillance systems is a strong indicator of upcoming rises in disease, proving surveillance systems as a useful tool for local health departments. |
Escape the Vape: Digital Alternative-to-Suspension Program to Educate & Empower Youth | Elizabeth Arenare, MPH | Escape the Vape is a digital program created to address the youth vaping epidemic. The goal of this program is to supplement a student's suspension with education to increase their knowledge of the product, nicotine's effects on the developing brain, and strategies to change a habit, as well as providing tools to assist them when considering quitting. |
Evaluation of Genetic Variant Interpretation Guidelines in NYS Newborn Screening | Christina Kim, MPH; Michele Caggana, ScD, FACMG; Denise M. Kay, PhD | The New York State Newborn Screening Program screens newborns for more than 50 different conditions at birth. Currently, molecular testing and DNA sequencing are used for 9 conditions after a positive first-tier biochemical screen. Variants are classified into 5 categories, and interpretation involves assessing different clinical and molecular evidence. |
Every Smile Counts: A Tompkins County Oral Health Program | Sagarika Vemprala, BDS, MPH | Presentation will provide an overview of oral health and describe the dental care gaps in Tompkins County. To address these issues, we envision creating an oral health promotion program to educate and promote dental health among Tompkins County residents. The presentation will outline a project plan and the next steps to be implemented. |
Examining Barriers to Adequate Prenatal Care Utilization in Dutchess County | Jennifer Conflitti, MPH | This presentation examines prenatal care utilization in Dutchess County, highlighting socioeconomic/demographic factors that are linked to inadequate prenatal care utilization. It will also cover current efforts by the Department of Behavioral and Community Health to understand barriers to adequate prenatal care that residents may be facing. |
Food Scrap and Yard Waste Recycling in Orange County | Ava M. Marsich, BS; Jordanna Ford, BS | A collaboration between Orange County Department of Health (OCDOH) and a local food pantry was established to create a full cycle compost system available to residents. Composted soil is used for onsite gardening of produce grown for the pantry. The benefits of composting and how to get started will be discussed throughout this presentation. |
IHS - Blazing the Path to Reduce Social Determinants of Health Barriers Through Collaboration for 40 Years | Polly McDaniel, CRS-DC, CRS; Anthony N. Pavio, AA., BA; MS.Ed | The Institute for Human Services is bringing partners and community members together across Steuben County and throughout the Finger Lakes Region. Together, they are removing the traditional siloed approach to providing services and are collectively impacting SDOH for healthier communities. |
Welcome Baby Program at Broome County Health Department (BCHD) | Victoria K. Alt, BA | (not set) |