January 12, 2024
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Training Opportunity – Overdose Safety Planning in Rural Communities, January 30
January 3, 2024
Training Opportunity – Overdose Safety Planning in Rural Communities, January 30
A significant challenge facing rural community members is how to work with those who are struggling with opioid use and other substance use while effectively intervening to reduce the risks associated with overdose. Safety planning is an important aspect of overdose prevention.
In keeping with harm reduction principles, this webinar, Overdose Safety Planning in Rural Communities will explore best practices for overdose prevention so that community members feel more empowered to conduct safety planning with those individuals at risk.
Presenter:
- Delores Blackwell, LCSW
- A multijurisdictional licensed clinical social worker
- Has held numerous administrative and clinical positions within both the addictions and mental health disciplines.
- An adjunct professor at both Touro College and Hunter College Silberman Schools of Social Work.
- Conducts and develops trainings for mental health and addictions professionals in both direct practice and leadership positions.
- Currently a Research Project Manager at the New York State Psychiatric Institute at Columbia University Medical Center
Credits
- This training has been approved for two renewal hours (CASC, CPP, CPS) and two initial hours (CPP, CPS) through New York State’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS)
- As an IC & RC member board, OASAS accredited courses are granted reciprocal approval by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee
- Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.
When: Tuesday, January 30, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. ET
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Upcoming Webinar – RHIhub – The Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program in Rural Areas
December 4, 2023
Upcoming Webinar – RHIhub – The Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program in Rural Areas
Don’t miss this RHIhub webinar on Monday, December 11th at 2:00 p.m. Central Time (CT).
The National Advisory Committee on Rural Health and Human Services (NACRHHS) and the Health Resources Services Administration’s (HRSA’s) Maternal and Child Health Bureau discuss findings and recommendations from the recent Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program (MIECHV) policy brief.
This webinar is free. High-speed internet is required to participate. A recording will be available on the RHIhub website after the live event. Connection details will be emailed immediately upon registration.
When: Monday, December 11, 12:00 p.m. CT
Updated RHIhub Topic Guide
November 27, 2023
Updated RHIhub Topic Guide
The Rural Health Information Hub (RHIhub) recently updated their topic guide that shares resources and information to help rural communities address their emergency preparedness and response needs.
Included in the topic guides:
- How-to-Guides
- Rural Healthcare Delivery
- Current & Critical Issues
- Rural Health Needs & Services
- Rural Healthcare Workforce
- Rural Population Health
- Specific Populations
Additional Emergency Preparedness Resources
Rural Monitor Article – Recovering from a Cybersecurity Attack and Protecting the Future in Small, Rural Health Organizations
October 16, 2023
Rural Monitor Article – Recovering from a Cybersecurity Attack and Protecting the Future in Small, Rural Health Organizations
A new feature article in The Rural Monitor examines the increasing incidence of cyber-attacks on healthcare organizations and the particular vulnerability of rural providers. According to the Cybersecurity Program at the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 60 percent of ransomware attacks – whereby bad actors gain entry to an organization’s online system and lock critical files until a ransom is paid – were aimed at healthcare systems in 2020. FORHP-supported research out last year found that rural hospitals are less likely to be attacked, but staff are less equipped to handle them when they do happen, and rural residents who need these services have fewer alternatives for care.
Access to Jobs, Economic Opportunities, and Education in Rural Areas
October 6, 2023
Access to Jobs, Economic Opportunities, and Education in Rural Areas
This National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) research report provides an overview of the challenges experienced in rural communities such as connectivity issues; access to goods, social services, and healthcare; and a lack of educational and economic opportunities. Includes implementation strategies for rural communities to evaluate, plan for, and improve accessibility, along with related case studies.
Upcoming Webinar – Rural Definitions and Data: Changes after the 2020 Census
October 6, 2023
Upcoming Webinar – Rural Definitions and Data: Changes after the 2020 Census
This RHIhub webinar on October 17, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. CT, highlights recent changes in rural definitions from the Census Bureau and the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB), the impact on rural data, and how it may affect rural areas’ eligibility for federal funding.
This webinar is free. High-speed internet is required to participate. A recording will be available on the RHIhub website after the live event. Connection details will be emailed to you immediately upon registration.
If you have questions or problems with the registration process, please contact RHIhub Webinars at webinars@ruralhealthinfo.org.
When: October 17, 2023, 12; 00 p.m. CT
New in Rural Monitor – Recovering from a Cybersecurity Attack and Protecting the Future in Small, Rural Health Organizations
October 6, 2023
New in Rural Monitor – Recovering from a Cybersecurity Attack and Protecting the Future in Small, Rural Health Organizations
The Rural Monitor is a publication of the Rural Health Information Hub. Its focus is on healthcare and population health in rural communities. Recovering from a Cybersecurity Attack and Protecting the Future in Small, Rural Health Organizations discusses how rural hospitals are becoming increasingly vulnerable to attempts to penetrate information systems to create havoc, steal data, or hold information “hostage” for a monetary ransom. Two Critical Access Hospital leaders discuss attacks at their organizations and how they are working to prevent future attacks. An information technology compliance expert also highlights actions organizations can take to better protect themselves from cyber-attacks.
Solicitation of Nominations for Appointment to the board of Scientific Counselors, Center for Preparedness and Response
August 30, 2023
Solicitation of Nominations for Appointment to the board of Scientific Counselors, Center for Preparedness and Response
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking nominations for membership on the Board of Scientific Counselors, Center for Preparedness and Response (BSC, CPR).
Nominations are sought for individuals with the expertise and qualifications necessary to contribute to accomplishing the BSC, CPR objectives. Nominees will be selected based on expertise in the fields of business, crisis leadership, emergency response and management, informatics, laboratory science, medicine, mental and behavioral health, public health law, public health practice, risk communication, and social science. Selection of members is based on candidates’ qualifications to contribute to the accomplishment of the BSC, CPR objectives. Members may be invited to serve for up to four-year terms.
Nominations are due by October 31, 2023. Nominations received after this date will not be considered for the current membership cycle.
Candidates should submit the following items:
- Cover letter stating:
- Area of expertise
- Background and experience
- Skills/perspective you would bring to the Board
- Current curriculum vitae
- Including complete contact information
- Telephone numbers
- Mailing address
- Email address
- At least one letter of recommendation from person(s) not employed by HHS
Nominations may be submitted by the candidate or by the person/organization recommending the candidate.
All nominations should be emailed to BSC-ORR@cdc.gov.