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It's Suicide Prevention Month and we're here to play our part in raising awareness. Dr. Huntley is joined by Doctors Linda Gordon and Kristi McClamroch, as well as Public Health Consultant and Speaker Ericka Horne as part of the latest Public Health Roundtable discussion on suicide prevention and awareness. It may be a difficult conversation to have but we don't shy away from difficult and important things. We begin with how our guests are playing their part in leading weighted discussions in their communities. Unpacking the importance of shifting public perception on suicide and mental health in general.  We discuss the need to create safer spaces for these conversations, reducing the stigma around suicide and mental health, and making our kids our top priority. We also explore the role of business, spiritual, and educational leaders in suicide prevention and awareness. We celebrate those who display immense courage by being honest and vulnerable.

 

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In this episode, Dr. Huntley shares a client story that serves as a reminder about the importance of building relationships with BIPOC communities. She emphasizes the need to approach relationship-building as a long-term commitment and prioritize the user experience. It is crucial to avoid overwhelming the community and instead focus on fostering trust and rapport. Dr. Huntley encourages organizations serving BIPOC communities to seek support in engagement and relationship-building.

 

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We welcome back Christie VanHorne, a seasoned public health consultant and the Founder of CVH Consulting. She joins us to discuss her incredible work and the critical role of education in health services. Christie provides impactful health education and training services with a focus on health equity and the social determinants of health. She has collaborated with various institutions to design, develop, and enhance their health programs. In our conversation, Christie updates us on her career journey and what she has planned for the future. We discuss her path into public health, her previous work experience, and the impact on public health she aims to achieve. Discover the nuances of online versus in-person programs, her approach to transforming public health initiatives, and the benefits it affords both clients and consultancies. Gain insights into why she decided to enroll as a PhD student, the importance of community, and why understanding the historical context of public health is essential.  Tune in to be inspired by the possibilities of creating a healthier, more equitable world through dedicated public health efforts with Christie VanHorne!

 

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Visit the PHEC Podcast Show Notes:

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https://mypublichealthcareer.com/

 

DrCHHuntley, Public Health & Epidemiology Consulting:

https://www.drchhuntley.com/consulting

 

Resources for Public Health Entrepreneurs

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There is power in knowing that you belong and each of us has a responsibility to create environments that promote inclusion, trust, and acceptance. In fact, Dr. Traci Baxley believes that belonging is a basic human right and in today's episode of Public Health Epidemiology Conversations, you'll find out why!

Dr. Baxley is a professor, consultant, author, parenting coach, speaker, mother to five children, and the creator of Social Justice Parenting. Join us as we unpack the ways in which parenting can be viewed as a form of activism and the role that parents play in raising compassionate, anti-racist, and socially-conscious kids. We also touch on how you can actively build spaces of belonging in your home and workplace, what it means to be a belonging advocate, why racism is a public health issue, and more.

You don't want to miss this discussion with Dr. Traci Baxley, a diversity and inclusion educator with more than thirty years of experience!

There are exciting things on the horizon!

This episode is an excerpt of Dr. Hughes Huntley's LinkedIn Live, where she discusses the Public Health Consulting and Entrepreneurship EXPO 2023: how she views the speakers that attend, why she is so proud of the expo, and why you should attend.

We hear the potential topics that will be covered in the expo and why the speakers will bring the perfect information about public health consulting. Comparing previous EXPOs to future plans, we hear why this EXPO will be bigger and better, an amazing opportunity for exploring ideas, gaining inspiration, and watching your business begin and/or grow.

Whether you are a brand-new or established entrepreneur, you need to get on the EXPO waitlist!

 

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If infectious diseases and public health is your thing then you've come to the right place! Joining us on this episode is Clinical Microbiologist, Science Communicator, and Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Andrea Prinzi.

Dr. Prinzi studied at the University of Colorado and went on to develop and run several microbiology educational programs. In 2018, she was handed the American Society for Clinical Pathologists 40 Under Forty award, and today, she serves as Medical Science Liaison at bioMérieux.

Our guest tells us when she first became interested in public health and what prompted her to stay in the field. She shares the public health issue that she is most passionate about and explains why infectious diseases are one of the most important aspects of public health.

We discuss why science communication needs to improve and debate the validity of testing kits, before Dr. Andrea clarifies how her knowledge of public health helps her take better care of her community. Epidemiology is becoming ever-significant, critical appraisals are fundamentally important, and real-world evidence is a rapidly growing field.

If you'd like to find out why, tune in now!

 

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In the working world, what happens when you go on vacation, or take a holiday, for an extended period of time?

In today's episode, Dr. Huntley shares 10 strategies she implements to help her prepare for a vacation. When you're on holiday, you don't want to be juggling ill-prepared, work-related issues or spending your time putting out fires.

The key to a relaxed vacation lies in taking the time to prepare before you leave. From breaking down her to-do list to why you should schedule clients for after your return, Dr. Huntley hopes her strategies will help listeners —whether entrepreneurs, consultants, or leaders — better plan for their vacations.

Don't miss out, tune in now!

What would happen if a lawyer and a scientist ran a business? Welcome back to Public Health Epidemiology Conversations!

Joining us on this episode is scientist, lawyer, CEO, and women entrepreneur of the year, Marilyn Bruno. She discusses the dangers of biofilm and how her company, AEQUOR, is fighting it. You'll hear all about what inspired Marilyn to focus on public health, her company's mission and vision, how AEQUOR's journey has evolved since it was started, and why they haven't reached their full potential yet.

Marilyn also talks us through the challenges they are facing, namely needing partners, funding, and chemists to synthesize their product. She even talks about what it was like to work with the UN before discussing the differences in risk between viruses and bacteria. Next, Marilyn shares some words of wisdom for people interested in working in this particular area of public health. Finally, we discuss the impact AEQUOR has managed to make so far and what needs to happen in order for them to be FDA-approved.

Thank you for listening in!

 

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It's been a long pandemic! It seems that many people in the public health community are experiencing exhaustion, professionally, mentally, physically, and emotionally. If you too are looking for a boost or something to help you reignite your passion for public health, you have come to the right place!   The lack of appreciation we often receive in this field compounds the exhaustion and when we don't pause between projects, we lose sight of how much we are accomplishing. While it is hard to come up with a complete solution to the state you may find yourself in, this episode does offer some ideas that may help.   Whether you're feeling exhausted and uninspired as a result of the pandemic or if it's just where you are in your career right now, then tune in for some strategies and tips to remind yourself why you got into this profession in the first place and rekindle your passion for public health!  

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