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🎬 Our #NCHCMM25 highlight reel is here! Thanks to all who joined us for an energizing week of public health communication, connection & learning. 👀 See yourself or a colleague in the video? Tag them! 💬 Share your top takeaway below! #HealthComm #PublicHealthComms

What if we’ve been undercounting the true impact of COVID-19 all along? 📊 New research suggests early pandemic deaths may be significantly higher, raising important questions about data systems, equity, and preparedness in #publichealth. theguardian.com/us-news/2026/m…

🚨 Influencer “parasite cleanses” trend grows, but experts warn: most gut parasites are rare & DIY cleanses can be risky. How do you counter misinformation as a public health comms professional? ➡️ Read more here: npr.org/2026/03/16/nx-…

🦠 A severe strain of #mpox has been confirmed in NYC — the first case of this variant identified there. #Publichealth leaders are encouraging vaccination for those at higher risk & continued vigilance as global travel can introduce emerging variants. nydailynews.com/2026/03/14/sev…

New Action Guide from the Public Health Communication Collaborative draws on 50 interviews with public health communicators nationwide. 📊 It highlights the real-world factors shaping communications success, and practical strategies to navigate them.📣 publichealthcollaborative.org/phcc-action-gu…

Our new Public Health Speaks episode is live! 🎧 Recorded at NCHCMM, Michael McNair (New York State Dept. of Health) discusses communicating about syphilis during pregnancy and shares insights on clear calls to action. Listen wherever you get podcasts🎙️nphic.org/podcast

What’s Ahead for NPHIC in 2026— NPHIC remains committed to supporting public health communicators. We're exploring ways to strengthen our capacity to deliver actionable resources.✅ We are pausing 2026 membership renewal invoices to ensure clarity. FAQs:nphic.org/membership

As a proud co-host of NCHCMM, the next full, in-person National Conference on Health Communication, Marketing & Media will be July 2027. As the premier conference advancing public health communication, NCHCMM remains central to our mission. Learn more: nchcmm.org

The CDC Foundation is recognizing leaders advancing health and health education! Who in your network is transforming health outcomes and deserves recognition? Nominations are open through May 7. Learn more and nominate: cdcfoundation.org/fries-awards

Many dangerous outbreaks never make headlines, often because @CDCgov experts are already containing threats before they disrupt communities. "Outbreaks You Never Heard About" shows how proactive global health action protects lives and prevents crises. cdc.gov/global-health-…

Measles remains rare in the U.S., but gaps in vaccination mean outbreaks can still happen. CDC’s Be Ready for Measles Toolkit gives public health professionals ready-to-use communication tools to help communities & clinicians act quickly when cases arise. cdc.gov/measles/php/to…

The largest U.S. measles outbreak in decades continues in South Carolina, with 876 confirmed cases—but there are early signs that vaccination outreach may be working. npr.org/2026/02/05/nx-…

People still trust childhood vaccines, but trust in the CDC is near a historic low. New KFF data show a growing disconnect with major implications for public health communication. kff.org/health-informa…

Public health training is at risk. A new federal rule could limit financial aid for public health students threatening the future workforce. @ASPPHtweets break down what this means and why it matters. aspph.org/news/newsroom/…

How are you marking American Heart Month? ❤️ The CDC’s American Heart Month Communications Toolkit offers shareable materials, up-to-date data, and resources for both the public and health care teams. cdc.gov/heart-disease/…

How can AI strengthen public health communication research? 🎙️ Our newest Public Health Speaks podcast episode with Dr. Kristen Swain explores smarter sharing and collaboration. 🎧 Listen at the link or wherever you get podcasts. #PublicHealth nphic.org/podcast

AI and social media influencers are changing how people get news... and public health messages. Are we ready to meet audiences where they actually are? reutersinstitute.politics.ox.ac.uk/journalism-med…

On #MLKDay, we honor the role public health communicators play in reducing stigma, promoting mental well-being, and ensuring communities have access to accurate, compassionate information that supports health and dignity for all.

Black maternal deaths remain alarmingly high. Dr. Janell Green Smith’s death shows expertise alone isn’t enough. How can public health better protect mothers? cnn.com/2026/01/10/us/…

A new BMJ study links several common food preservatives, especially in processed meats, to higher cancer risk. While not causal, the findings raise important questions about additives still considered “generally recognized as safe." usatoday.com/story/life/hea…

With major changes to the federal childhood vaccine schedule, how can public health communicators clearly explain evolving guidance, address confusion, and maintain trust with families and clinicians? #PublicHealth #HealthCommunication #Vaccines axios.com/2026/01/05/tru…