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Transforming electronic case reports with generative AI: Unlocking faster public health responses

AWS Public Sector Blog

For years, public health agencies have relied on paper-based case report forms to supplement the electronic laboratory reports (ELRs) they receive for reportable diseases. As a result, public health agencies now receive a flood of detailed eCR data for COVID-19 and other reportable conditions.

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Accelerating the secure exchange of public health data with AIMS, powered by Ruvos and AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

When battling infectious diseases and monitoring for emerging threats, how do public health officials determine their deployment of scarce resources and stay ahead of rapidly changing situations? The Association of Public Health Laboratories ( APHL ) understands the vital role that data plays in improving public health.

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Lessons on Equitable and Effective AI for Public Health

Partnership for Public Service

The Partnership for Public Service, in collaboration with the Boston Consulting Group, convened senior federal health leaders for a panel and roundtable conversation on the responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to improve agency operations and public health service delivery.

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How to increase climate resilience in urban areas

American City & Country

Furthermore, prolonged exposure to extreme heat exacerbates public health risks , particularly for vulnerable populations, increasing the incidence of heat-related illnesses and mortality. Implement green infrastructure solutions. What can cities do to prevent climate disasters?

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ASPPH scales data curation for members with a data lake on AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) is a nonprofit association with a vision for improved health and well-being for everyone, everywhere. They represent schools and programs accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) as well as applicants for CEPH accreditation.

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A Healthy Dose of Simplification at CDC

GovLoop

Problem statement: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) ability to gather and gain insights from public health data was hindered by wide variability in how that data was being managed at the state and local levels. Complicated data reporting was a well-known issue at CDC long before the COVID-19 pandemic developed.

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Advancing Physical Activity and Health Equity Through Active Parks! — Episode 130

Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends

According to the guidance from the Community Services Preventive Task Force, park and recreation and public health professionals play a role in ensuring all community members have equitable opportunities to get active. Implementation Guide. The Active Parks! Related links: Active Parks!