October 2020

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Hello Again,

Below is the latest edition of "News and Notes" from Kentucky's Heart Disease & Stroke Prevention Task Force. If you have announcements or news you would like to include in the next edition, please email them to my contact information below with any specific instructions. As always, please feel free to forward this issue to your networks and colleagues.

Comments and suggestions are always welcome.

Sincerely,

David Davis

Communications Coordinator

Heart Disease & Stroke Prevention Program

Kentucky Department for Public Health

david.davis2@ky.gov

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Save-the-Dates:
Schedule of KHDSP Task Force Meetings

IMPORTANT CHANGE NOTICE
After much consideration, the Task Force Steering Committee has decided to officially cancel the October 7th Task Force meeting. They will discuss plans for the 2021 spring meeting during their next committee meeting in September.

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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

COVID-19 Trainings and Webinars

ASTHO - Making Contact: A Training for COVID-19 Contact Tracers
MCD Public Health - COVID-19 Training Module for Community Health Workers
TRAIN - COVID-19 Courses
World Health organization (WHO) - Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) training

Kentucky - COVID-19 Resources, Updates, and Information

Website: Official Team Kentucky Source for Information Concerning COVID-19
Kentucky COVID-19 Hotline: 1-800-722-5725
Governor Beshear’s News Releases: Website, Facebook, YouTube Videos

COVID-19 Articles

(SEPT 6) – COVID patients have lung damage 'weeks after leaving hospital'. The Guardian article by Nicola Davis.
(SEPT 3) – Statins linked to reduced mortality in COVID-19. MDedge article by Megan Brooks.
(SEPT 1) – Hydroxychloroquine offers neither benefit nor harm for COVID-19 mortality. Healio Rheumatology article by Jason Laday.
(AUG 28) – Blood pressure drugs may improve COVID-19 survival. Medical News Today article by James Kingsland. Fact checked by Mary Cooke, Ph.D.
(AUG 28) – Rapid 15-Minute COVID-19 Test Approved By FDA. Medicine Net article.

COVID-19 Tools

(Aug 27) – How to Select, Wear, and Clean Your Mask. New CDC webpage.
(Aug 10) – COVID-19 Hospitalization and Death by Age. CDC Infographic
(Aug 8) – COVID-19 Associated Hospitalization Related To Underlying Medical Conditions. CDC Infographic
(AUG 3) – Toolkit for K-12 Schools from the CDC
(JUL) – COVID-19 & KY Public Health. From Kentucky Public Health Association (KPHA).
(JUL) – COVID-19 Know Your Risk. Graphic from Texas Medical Association.
(JUL) – How severe is the pandemic where you live? Interactive map from Harvard Global Health Institute.

Partner Websites Dedicated to COVID-19

Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America: COVID-19 Resource Page
Allergy and Asthma Network: COVID-19 Information Center
American Academy of Pediatrics: 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
American Association for Respiratory Care: COVID-19 News and Resources
American Lung Association: Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
American Nurses Association: COVID-19 Resource Center
Center for the Study for Traumatic Stress: COVID-19 Pandemic Response Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Partner Toolkit
Health Affairs: COVID-19 Resource Center
HealthStream: Coronavirus (COVID-19 Support)
John Hopkins University and Medicine: Coronavirus Resource Center
Joint Commission: Coronavirus Resources
Kentuckiana Health Collaborative (KHC): Resources For Providers, Payers, Purchasers, And Patients
Kentucky Educational Television (KET): Coronavirus COVID-19 News & Resources
Medscape: Coronavirus Resource Center
National Academy of Medicine: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) News and Resources
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH): Coronavirus Disease-2019
National Institutes of Health: Coronavirus (COVID-19).
National Network of Public Health Institute: COVID-19 RESPONSE, RECOVERY, AND RESILIENCE
The Public Health Communications Collaborative (PHCC): Communications Resources For Public Health Officials
The Wellness Network: Free Online Coronavirus Resource Library to U.S. Based Hospitals
Trust for America's Health: TFAH’s Portal of COVID-19 Resources
World Health Organization: Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pandemic

Upcoming Events / Save-the-Dates (listed chronologically):

Conferences, trainings, workshops, and webinars opportunities

Chronic Disease (OCT 8) - How Virtual Primary Care Effectively Manages Chronic Disease. Presented by Doctor On Demand. Thursday, October 8 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET. Chronic disease is on the rise nationally, presenting health insurance providers with the challenge of covering costly, long-term care for patients. Gain insights around consumer preference for remote access to care for chronic disease management, and learn how virtual primary care can be used to effectively treat chronic diseases like diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure as well as behavioral health conditions like depression and anxiety. Register.
CVD (OCT 15) - 18th Annual Meeting of the National Forum. Registration is open for the virtual 18th Annual Meeting of the National Forum - Cardiovascular Health: More Urgent than Ever, on Thursday, October 15, 2020. Join thought- and change-leaders from patient groups, medicine, healthcare, public health, government, industry and civil society to explore new approaches to make health equity and cardiovascular health high priorities. Diverse panels will discuss how we can build on the attention COVID-19 has brought to health disparities, Cardiometabolic health, and public health to help more people in more communities attain well-being. The National Forum 18th Annual Meeting will be held virtually on Thursday, October 15, 2020, from 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM EDT. Register
CVD (OCT 22) – The Impact of Race and Ethnicity on Cardiovascular Health: Where Do We Go Next? 3rd Annual Town Hall from National Minority Cardiovascular Alliance (NMC). Thursday, October 22^nd, 1:30 - 4:15 pm EDT. Clinicians and experts in minority health will lead interactive and panel discussions about critical issues: Rethinking the status quo: investments and partnerships in CV health, Opportunities to improve inclusion of racial and ethnic diversity in clinical research, and The Impact of racism on health: Where do we go next?
Million Hearts (OCT 31) – Million Hearts® Hospitals / Health Systems Recognition. Program Application 2020. The Million Hearts® Hospitals / Health Systems Recognition Program recognizes institutions working to systematically improve the cardiovascular health of the population and communities they serve through the priority areas of: Keeping People Healthy; Optimizing Care; Improving Outcomes for Priority Populations; and Innovating for Health. The program is an opportunity for Million Hearts® to acknowledge and commend the efforts of clinical institutions in reducing heart attacks and stroke. The Million Hearts® Hospitals or Health Systems Recognition Program is now open to hospitals and health systems. Applicants may range from health systems with multiple hospitals, hospitals with and without ambulatory medical practices, and medical practices not affiliated with hospitals. Any clinical entity whose leaders consider it eligible may apply. Applications will be reviewed and vetted, and award designations announced, on a quarterly basis. Please review the application requirements.

On Demand opportunities

Virtual Course on accurate automated blood pressure measurement (2020). From Pan American Health Organization & World Health Organization. The course on accurate automated blood pressure measurement is an initiative of the Pan American Health Organization joined by the World Hypertension League, the Lancet Commission on Hypertension Group and Hypertension Canada, academically developed by a group of highly qualified experts recognized worldwide. It is structured in an interactive way with a narrated video that illustrates step by step how to properly measure blood pressure, as well as the factors that can alter the measurement and give misleading records. It consists of an interactive module with an illustrated video, a theoretical component and a narrative evaluation. At the end of the modules, the student will be able to download the certificate issued by the Virtual Campus for Public Health of PAHO/WHO and validated by Resolve to Safe Lives initiative and The Lancet Commission on Hypertension and Hypertension Canada.
Know Diabetes by Heart webinar series from American Heart Association
- (AUG 17) – Webinar 6: Maximizing Patient Outcomes: Navigating Common Barriers to Diabetes Treatment and Adherence

CU/CME opportunities

Blood Pressure (SEPT 22) – NHANES: Awareness and Control of Hypertension Dropping Among American Adults. MedPage Today article by Zeena Nackerdien PhD.
Heart Health (SEPT 3) – Link between Influenza and Acute Heart Issues Confirmed by CDC Study. MedPage Today article by Zeena Nackerdien PhD.
Stroke (AUG 12) – COVID-19 Tied to Large Vessel Strokes. MedPage Today article by Zeena Nackerdien PhD.

Holidays and National Observances:
This month and next

October

November

Current News:
Breaking news, industry-related trends, interesting statistics, new studies, relevant surveys, press mentions, and local news.

Online Article Series

CardioBreak - Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine from Crystal Phend of MedPage Today.

(SEPT 22) – COVID vs Head, Heart, and Heparin; Afib Screening Flop; Phone Triage Dangerous?
(SEPT 8) – Vascepa Generics; Apple Watch Captures STEMI; COVID-19 Hit 1 in 3 Cath Labs' Staff
(SEPT 15) – Bedtime HTN Drug Debate; Fitbit ECG; Hostility Linked to Repeat MI
(SEPT 1) – Gliflozins Save Lives in HF; Myocarditis vs Football; Which Cardiologists Earn the Most?
(AUG 25) – COVID-CMR Correction; Selfies Flag CAD? Racism in Stroke

Weekly Health News Quiz from MedPage Today.

(SEPT 26) – Which Healthcare Workers Most Likely to Get COVID?
(SEPT 19) – Which Drink Might Improve Colorectal Cancer Outcomes?
(SEPT 12) – What Social Activity Boosts COVID-19 Risk?
(SEPT 12) – Which Steroids Help in COVID-19?
(AUG 29) – What City Saw the First Confirmed COVID-19 Reinfection?
(AUG 22) – Which Coronavirus Task Force Member Has a Best-Selling Bobblehead?

Online Articles

Arrhythmias (SEPT 28) – AHA Issues Statement on Drug-Induced Arrhythmias. Cardiology Advisor article by Cassandra Pardini.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 28) – High blood pressure a silent killer. The Mountain Advocate article by Beverly Hinkle.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 24) – Hypertension-Focused Medication Therapy Management: A Collaborative Pilot Program Uniting Pharmacists, Public Health, and Health Insurers in Wisconsin. CDC Preventing Chronic Program Evaluation Brief.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 24) – State and Regional Variation in Prescription- and Payment-Related Promoters of Adherence to Blood Pressure Medication. CDC Preventing Chronic Disease Original Research article.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 23) – Better Cardiovascular Health Linked to Lower Incident Hypertension. HealthDay News article.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 18) – Increased BP in young adulthood could influence future CV event risk. Healio Cardiology today article by Darlene Dobkowski, MA.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 17) – Link between ibrutinib-related hypertension, heart problems necessitates close monitoring. Healio HemOnc today article by Larry W. Buie, PharmD, BCOP, FASHP.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 17) – Many providers don’t follow hypertension guidelines. MDedge Cardiology News article by Megan Brooks.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 16) – Keep High Blood Pressure at Bay with Healthy Lifestyle. Medicine Net article by Robert Preidt.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 14) – Blood Pressure Meds Can Affect COVID-19 Care. Medicine Net article by Dennis Thompson.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 14) – Moderate Drinking May Raise High Blood Pressure Risk in People With Type 2 Diabetes. Everyday Health article by Becky Upham.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 13) – Black Barbershop HTN Intervention Gets Telehealth Update. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 11) – Do Fatter Legs Mean Lower Blood Pressure? Medicine Net article by HealthDay Reporter Serena Gordon.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 11) – Never Too Late to See Exercise Benefit? MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 10) – Familiar BP Protocols May Be Unnecessary. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 10) – Hypertension may affect outcomes in COVID-19. Healio Cardiology today article by Darlene Dobkowski, MA.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 10) – Mixed beliefs, practices affect hypertension diagnoses. Healio Cardiology today article by Darlene Dobkowski, MA. Perspective from Todd Hurst, MD
Blood Pressure (SEPT 9) – BP control in US dropped more than 11% from 2013 to 2018. Healio Cardiology today article by Scott Buzby.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 9) – NHANES: Blood Pressure Control Slipping. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Blood Pressure (SEPT 9) – Trends in BP control highlight age, race disparities in hypertension treatment, education. Healio Cardiology today article by Scott Buzby. Perspective from Keith C. Ferdinand, MD, FACC, FAHA, FASPC. Perspective from Brent M. Egan, MD
Blood Pressure (SEPT 8) – Is There a Link Between Blood Pressure Meds and Cancer? Medicine Net article by Robert Preidt.
Blood Pressure (AUG 31) – BP Treatment Reduces CVD Risks Even in Those with 'Normal' Levels. MedPage Today article by Ed Susman.
Blood Pressure (AUG 31) – Pharmacist-Guided BP Telemonitoring May Have Long-Term Value. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Blood Pressure (AUG 31) – Remote Monitoring May Help Control High Blood Pressure. Medicine Net article by HealthDay Reporter Amy Norton.
Blood Pressure (AUG 31) – Telehealth can reduce heart risk by half for people with high blood pressure. UPI article by Brian P. Dunleavy.
Blood Pressure (AUG 24) – These Nine BP Drugs Might Protect Against Depression. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Cardiac Arrest (SEPT 15) – For Cardiac Arrest, Too-Hasty Transport Gets in the Way of Good CPR. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Cardiac Rehab (SEPT 2) – HIIT vs Usual Exercise Training in Cardiac Rehab Showdown. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Cardiometabolic Disease (SEPT 14) – Circadian rhythm disruption may accelerate aging, drive Cardiometabolic disease. Healio Endocrinology today article by Regina Schaffer.
Cholesterol (SEPT 1) – 9 Things Dietitians Wish You Knew About High Cholesterol. Everyday Health article by Kelly Kennedy, RD. Medically Reviewed by Robert Jasmer, MD.
Chronic Disease (SEPT 17) – Prevalence of Multiple Chronic Conditions Among US Adults, 2018. CDC Preventing Chronic Disease Research Brief.
COVID-19 (SEPT 3) – ‘Carnage’ in a lab dish shows how the coronavirus may damage the heart. STAT article by Elizabeth Cooney.
CVD (SEPT 25) – Weight-loss surgery in obesity, diabetes may expedite CV event reduction vs. usual care. Healio Cardiology today article by Darlene Dobkowski, MA.
CVD (SEPT 21) – Time course of LDL accumulation may influence CVD event risk. Healio Cardiology today article by Scott Buzby.
CVD (SEPT 18) – Procedure deferrals during COVID-19 pandemic may affect clinical practice, CV events. Healio Cardiology today article by Darlene Dobkowski, MA.
CVD (SEPT 17) – Omega-3’s Cardioprotective Effects Given Boost by New Study. Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News article.
CVD (SEPT 16) – Saliva-based rapid test for heart attack feasible. Healio Cardiology today article by Darlene Dobkowski, MA.
CVD (SEPT 16) – Signature in Gut Microbiome May Flag CVD Risk. Medscape article by Megan Brooks.
CVD (SEPT 16) – Women's Child-Bearing Years Leave Mark on CVD Risk. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
CVD (SEPT 15) – Bariatric Surgery Tied to Fewer Heart Events in Hypertensive Cohort. MedPage Today article by Jeff Minerd.
CVD (SEPT 15) – Novel calculator predicts cancer risk in patients with CVD. MDedge Cardiology News article Bruce Jancin.
CVD (SEPT 15) – Significant link found between frequent nightmares, CVD. Healio Primary care article by Janel Miller.
CVD (SEPT 11) – Future Cardiovascular Event Risk Up With High BP in Young Adults. HealthDay article.
CVD (SEPT 9) – Baseline TAG Levels Independently Associated With Adverse CV Outcomes in T2DM. Endocrinology Advisor article by Madeline Morr.
CVD (AUG 31) – LoDoCo2: Low-dose colchicine reduces CV events by 31% on top of optimal medical therapy. Healio Cardiology today article by Erik Swain. Perspective from Paul M. Ridker, MD, MPH.
CVD (AUG 31) – Regardless of baseline BP, reduction beneficial for primary, secondary CVD prevention. Healio Cardiology today article by Scott Buzby.
CVD (AUG 29) – Naps longer than 1 hour may confer risk for CVD, mortality. Healio Cardiology today article by Erik Swain.
CVD (AUG 27) – Bleeding risk, protective effects of aspirin for primary CVD prevention must be weighed. Healio Cardiology today article by Scott Buzby.
CVD (AUG 25) – Acute Cardiovascular Events Associated With Influenza in Hospitalized Adults. A Cross-sectional Study from Annals of Internal Medicine.
Heart Attack (SEPT 17) – Repeat heart attacks are down in the United States, especially among women. Cardiovascular Business article by Michael Walter.
Heart Attack (AUG 31) – Stress, anxiety in adolescence increases MI risk later in life. Healio Cardiology today article by Erik Swain.
Heart Attack (AUG 29) – Saliva-based rapid test for heart attack feasible. Healio Cardiology today article by Erik Swain. Perspective from Joseph S. Alpert, MD.
Heart Attack (AUG 28) – Heart Attack Screen with Spit Test in the Works. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Heart Disease (SEPT 28) – Coronary Artery Calcium Score IDs Coronary Heart Disease Risk. Cardiology Advisor article by HealthDay News.
Heart Disease (SEPT 22) – Psoriasis Biologics May Reduce Heart Disease Risk, Study Suggests. Everyday Health article by Brian P. Dunleavy.
Heart Disease (SEPT 21) – AHA: Awareness of heart disease as leading cause of death in women declined from 2009. Healio Cardiology today article by Darlene Dobkowski, MA. Perspective from Nieca Goldberg, MD.
Heart Disease (SEPT 3) – Hospital Tech Takes on Kentucky’s Top Killer. The Lane Report article by Shannon Clinton.
Heart Failure (SEPT 16) – Titrating Heart Failure Therapies: Pick Up the Phone, Follow the Script. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Heart Health (SEPT 21) – Observational study again suggests lasting impact of COVID-19 on heart. MDedge Cardiology News article by Debra L. Black.
Heart Health (SEPT 13) – Ketogenic, intermittent fasting diets may be heart-healthy. Healio Cardiology today article by Erik Swain.
Nutrition (SEPT 14) – Study: Pesco-Mediterranean Diet May Be Ideal For Heart Health. CBS Boston article by Dr. Mallika Marshall.
SMBP (SEPT 15) – Home BP Monitoring Can Make Inroads during the Pandemic. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Stroke (SEPT 26) – Saint Joseph London receives national recognition for treatment of stroke and sepsis. The Setinel Echo article.
Stroke (SEPT 25) – Saint Joseph London named five-star recipient stroke, sepsis treatment. Times-Tribune article.
Stroke (SEPT 24) – Clock indicating critical points throughout stroke care may expedite treatment. Healio Cardiology today article by Darlene Dobkowski, MA.
Stroke (SEPT 24) – Faster Stroke Care When the Clock Is Ticking ... Literally. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Stroke (SEPT 22) – In-Hospital Strokes: Plenty of Room for Improvement. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Stroke (SEPT 2) – Smoking after AF diagnosis confers elevated stroke risk. Healio Cardiology today article by Scott Buzby.
Stroke (AUG 29) – American Heart Association Award recognizes LCRH for quality stroke care. Commonwealth Journal article.

Podcasts

American Heart Association Podcasts on SoundCloud

(SEPT 23) – Establishing processes to maintain quality of care through telehealth
(AUG 27) – Telehealth: the patient perspective

CHFS Community Podcast

(AUG 21) – Episode 12 – Secretary Friedlander Interviews Wanda Hartley
(AUG 21) – Episode 11 - Secretary Friedlander Interviews Robbie Hume
(AUG 21) – Episode 10 - Sec. Friedlander Interviews IG Adam Mather
(AUG 3) – Episode Nine - Sec. Friedlander interviews Victoria Elridge

Health Literacy Out Loud:

(SEPT 1) – Communicating Complex Health Messages in a Complex World (HLOL #202)
(AUG 1) – Creating Materials to Meet Urgent Health Needs (HLOL #201)

Know Diabetes by Heart Podcast:

(AUG 18) – 2020 Episode 7 – Evolving Care with COVID-19 for T2D Patients: Management, Telemedicine and Lessons Learned

The NACCHO Podcast Series.

(JUL 30) – Public Health Law and the Pandemic.

NACDD Podcasts on SoundCloud:

(June 23) – Power Tools #7 – Rimidi. Hear how Rimidi is bringing visibility and management of chronic disease to clinical settings online.
(June 23) - dMeetings is providing online diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES)

National Institutes of Health Healthy Moments Radio Broadcast - Healthy Moments is a series of weekly radio episodes sponsored by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

(SEPT 14) – COVID-19 and Communities of Color
(SEPT 7) – Protecting Yourself and Others – Steps To Slow the Spread of COVID-19
(AUG 31) – Making Obesity Treatment More Personal
(AUG 10) – Using Genetics to Improve Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes
(AUG 13) – Creating Medical Devices to Improve Treatment of Type 1 Diabetes

MedPage Today search TTHealthWatch! PodMed Double T Podcasts. Weekly Medical Podcast by Rick Lange, MD, Texas Tech; Elizabeth Tracey, Johns Hopkins Medicine.

(SEPT 26) – Coronavirus Shedding; Airborne Transmission
(SEPT 19) – COVID-19 in Health Workers; Stimulating New White Blood Cells
(SEPT 12) – Preventing COVID at Camp; Risks of Bisphenol A
(SEPT 5) – COVID-19 and Pregnancy; Self-Perceived Hearing Loss
(AUG 29) – New Lung, Thyroid Cancer Tx; COVID Risk in Cancer

Partner Newsletters - Latest Edition

American Journal of Public Health (AJPH)

The Bridge – Kentucky’s Connection to Rural Health Issues from the Kentucky Office of Rural Health (KORH)

CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) (Weekly)

August 28, 2020 / No. 34

Health Communication Science Digest (Monthly)

August 2020 (Vol. 11, Issue 8e)

Million Hearts e-update (Bi-Monthly)

NIH News in Health (Monthly)

Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association (PCNA) – PCNA eNews

World Hypertension League (quarterly)

World Stroke Organization (Monthly Newsletter)

Tools / Resources:
Tools and resources for both public and private entities

Websites

Stroke (SEPT) – Assessments to consider when diagnosing acute ischemic stroke. Genentech USA, Inc.
Flu (SEPT) – Influenza (Flu). CDC webpage.
Flu (SEPT) – Communication Resource Center. CDC webpage.

Videos

CVD (SEPT 28) – Move with the Mayor - World Heart Day 2020. YouTube video from the National Forum for Heart Disease & Stroke Prevention. Move with the Mayor Mayors Tell Why Heart Health is Important to Them. #WorldHeartDay #MoveWithTheMayor #UseHeart
CVD (SEPT 22) – World Heart Day 2020 | #UseHeart to Beat CVD. YouTube video from World Heart Federation. Get involved on 29 September and make a difference, for society, your loved ones and you. This World Heart Day, #UseHeart to beat CVD. The World Heart Federation (WHF) unites the cardiovascular community and drives the agenda to reduce the global burden of cardiovascular disease and help people live longer, healthier lives. Together with our Members, we are working to end needless deaths and build global commitment for improved cardiovascular health at the global, regional, national and community levels. We believe in a world where heart health for everyone is a fundamental human right. www.worldheart.org TWITTER: @worldheartfed FACEBOOK: World Heart Federation.
Stroke (2017) – Treat Stroke F.A.S.T. YouTube video from American Heart Association.
Plain Language (Aug) – Writing Tips from the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Plain Language Video Series. For more information USCIS, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.

Documents: Paper/Electronic/Printable

Stroke (2019) – What’s At the Heart of My Cryptogenic Stroke? 16-page pamphlet from AHA and Medtronic.
Blood Pressure (AUG) – Estimated Hypertension Prevalence, Treatment, and Control among U.S. Adults. Million Hearts Infographic.
Public Health (2020) – 2019 National Profile of Local Health Departments. The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) conducts the National Profile of Local Health Departments (commonly referred to as the "Profile study") every three years as a census of local health departments (LHDs). The Profile study represents the largest, most reliable data source on LHDs. This study describes the funding, staffing, governance, and activities of LHDs across the United States, developing a comprehensive and accurate description of LHD infrastructure and practice.

Phone Apps

Stroke (AUG 14) – iMedicalApps: VA's Stroke Code.

Miscellaneous:
Anything that didn't fit in one of the categories above

Influenza:
The flu activity level is submitted by the Department for Public Health (DPH) to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) weekly as part of the national flu surveillance system. For more information on influenza or the availability of flu vaccine, Kentuckians should contact their primary care medical provider or local health department. Influenza information is also available through the CDC and includes several free resources.

(SEPT 22) – Flu plus COVID Doubles Death Risk. Medicine Net article by HealthDay Reporters Robin Foster and E.J. Mundell.
(SEPT 18) – Get a Flu Shot Now, or Wait? Everyday Health article by Becky Upham. Medically Reviewed by Justin Laube, MD.
(SEPT 18) – Decreased Influenza Activity During the COVID-19 Pandemic — United States, Australia, Chile, and South Africa, 2020. CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR).
(SEPT 17) – Testing and Treatment of 2020-2021 Seasonal Influenza during the COVID-19 Pandemic. CDC - Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA) Webinar.
(SEPT 11) – How to Prepare for the COVID-19 and Flu ‘Twindemic’. Everyday Health article by Becky Upham. Medically Reviewed by Justin Laube, MD
(SEPT 11) – Treating Influenza (Flu). CDC 1-pager. Information for People at High Risk for Serious Flu Complications.
(SEPT 11) – Diabetes and Influenza: Flyers, Posters, and Brochures. CDC 1-pager list of resources.
(Sept 9) – Fluzone High-Dose: What distinguishes it from other flu vaccines? Mayo Clinic article by Pritish K. Tosh, M.D.
(Sept) – Get vaccinated at a location near you. Vaccine Finder website from Boston Children's Hospital and CDC.
(SEPT) – Flu & People with Diabetes. CDC webpage.
(AUG 27) – Flu shot: Your best bet for avoiding influenza
(AUG 17) – A flu shot doesn't always protect you, but amid the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever. USA Today article by Karen Weintraub.
(AUG 7) – Coronavirus vs. flu: Similarities and differences. Mayo Clinic article.
(AUG 2018) – What You Need to Know About Heart Disease and Adult Vaccines. CDC 1-pager.

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KHDSP Task Force Strategic Map and Plan 2017-2019

Mission Statement
Improve cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health for all Kentuckians.

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Target health care systems and providers, worksites, schools, communities,
and disparate populations.
Conduct process and outcome evaluation.
Cultivate and expand collaboration and partnerships to enhance community
and clinical linkages.
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