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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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Schedule of KHDSP Task Force Meetings

Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2020
Type: In-Person
Time: 9:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. EDT
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9:30 Meeting Starts
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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Trainings and Webinars

(June 2): The Impact of COVID-19 on our Healthcare System and Community. KHC webinar. We find ourselves in the middle of a pandemic much unlike any of the outbreaks that we’ve seen in modern history. Day-to-day life has been significantly disrupted, and many of the systems and patterns that provide us security are unstable. Certain populations have been disproportionately vulnerable to the virus and/or the effects of infrastructure changes being made to control its spread. Join the KHC for a discussion on how COVID-19 is impacting Kentucky and Southern Indiana. There is a fee for non-KHC members. Register.
(June 4): COVID-19: The New Normal?, 4:00 PM ET Allergy and Asthma Network(MAY): COVID-19 Training Module for Community Health Workers from MCD Public Health.
(MAY): COVID-19 Courses on TRAIN
(MAY): Coronavirus Virtual Series Where Are We Now? Free Virtual Event from FierceHealthcare, FiercePharma and FierceBiotech. 11 sessions available.
(APR): Recorded Webinar: Building Psychological Resistance for the Public Health Workforce During the COVID-19 Pandemic from Region IV Public Health Training Center
(APR): Making Contact: A Training for COVID-19 Contact Tracers. From ASTHO on TRAIN.
(APR): Making Contact: A Training for COVID-19 Contact Tracers. From ASTHO. Introductory online course for entry-level COVID-19 contact tracers, for use by health agencies in rapid training of new contact tracers. The training will be augmented by state/local specific training required to orient individuals to jurisdiction-specific protocols. This training focuses on building knowledge for remote contact tracing; a subsequent release will include a module on field services.
(MAR): Coronavirus Resources & Free Training. Health Stream is offering a collection of carefully curated courses to all customers for free. Relevant to COVID-19 coronavirus, these courses are designed to educate staff on current guidelines for infection control across various care settings and precautions for airborne pathogens. NOTE: All courses will be available free of charge through September 30, 2020.
(MAR 19): 6 COVID-19 Insights from Two AMA Presidents from American Medical Association - AMA President Patrice A. Harris, MD, MA, and Past-president Steven J. Stack MD, MBA, current Commissioner of the Kentucky Department for Public Health, share insight on the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S. and discuss the importance of all communities coming together to free up hospital capacity and minimize the burden of the virus.
(MAR): Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) training. Created by the World Health organization (WHO).
- COVID-19: Operational Planning Guidelines and COVID-19 Partners Platform to support country preparedness and response
- Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) for novel coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Introduction to emerging respiratory viruses, including novel coronavirus
- Critical Care Severe Acute Respiratory Infection course
- Health and safety briefing for respiratory diseases – ePROTECT
- Operational Planning Guidelines and COVID-19 Partners Platform to support country preparedness and response
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Training. Public health Foundation. Training related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is available through the TRAIN Learning Network, a national learning network that aggregates training opportunities for public health, healthcare, and preparedness professionals from thousands of training providers. This includes training from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization, European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, and other organizations.
- COVID-19*
- Contact Tracing*
- Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication*
- Infection Control in Long-Term Care Facilities*
- Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions*
- Personal Protective Equipment*

Kentucky Information

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

Articles

(MAY 27) – More evidence hydroxychloroquine is ineffective, harmful in COVID-19. MDedge Cardiology article by Batya Swift Yasgur, MA, LSW.
(MAY 26) – Blood thinners being used to mitigate risk of clots in COVID-19 patients. CBS article
(MAY 26) – About That Big HCQ Study... MedPage Today article by Molly Walker.
(MAY 22) – Huge Study Throws Cold Water on Antimalarials for COVID-19. MedPage Today article by Molly Walker.
(MAY 20) – Evidence mounts supporting inhaled nitric oxide as COVID-19 treatment. Healio Primary Care article.
(MAY 18) – Overview of Public Health and Social Measures in the context of COVID-19. WHO publication.
(MAY 16) – HEALTH DEPARTMENTS: Interim Guidance on Developing a COVID-19 Case Investigation & Contact Tracing Plan. 56-page handbook from CDC.
(MAY 15) – Coronavirus Testing Basics US FDA article.
(MAY 14) – COVID-19: First bowel imaging study implicates blood clots. Medical News Today article by James Kingsland. Fact checked by Hilary Guite.
(MAY 14) – COVID-19 Deaths Far Outpace Flu in 'Apples-to-Apples' Comparison. MedPage Today article by Molly Walker.
(MAY 14) – COVID-19's YouTube Misinformation Outbreak. MedPage Today article by Molly Walker.
(MAY 13) – Coronavirus Glossary: Key Terms About the Pandemic Explained. Everyday health article by Becky Upham. Medically Reviewed by Justin Laube, MD.
(MAY 8) – What You Need to Know About Remdesivir, the First FDA-Authorized COVID-19 Medication. Everyday Health article by Don Rauf. Medically Reviewed by Justin Laube, MD
(MAY 7) – Autopsies of COVID-19 patients reveal clotting concerns. CIDRAP, University of Minnesota article by Mary Van Beusekom.
(MAY 7) – What You Need to Know About the New Coronavirus if You Have Asthma. Everyday Health article by Don Rauf. Medically Reviewed by Sanjai Sinha, MD.
(MAY 7) – New Tool Will Help Public Health Officials Estimate the Need for COVID-19 Contact Tracing. ASTHO Press Release.
(MAY 5) – A Heartburn Drug for Coronavirus: All About an Unusual Study. Everyday Health article by Quinn Phillips.
(MAY 5) – The Leader We Wish We All Had. The New York Times video.
(MAY 1) - Research Provides Hints About Why Exercise May Help Protect Against COVID-19 Complications. Everyday Health article by Philippa Garson. Medically Reviewed by Justin Laube, MD.
(APR 29) - COVID-19 and MS: Should We All Be Wearing Face Masks? Everyday Health article by Trevis Gleason.
(APR 28) – COVID-19 message library. From the World health Organization.
(APR 24) – Blood Clots Are Another Dangerous COVID-19 Mystery. WebMD article by Brenda Goodman, MA.
(APR 16) – No Longer Invisible: The Critical Role Of Local Health Departments In Responding To COVID-19. Health Affairs article by Erika G. Martin and Jessica Kronstadt.
(APR 9) – Interim CPR Guidelines Address Challenges of Providing Resuscitation During COVID-19 Pandemic From the American Heart Association

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
Medscape: Coronavirus Resource Center
National Association of Chronic Disease Directors: NACDD Resources to Support States Response to COVID-19
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH): Coronavirus Disease-2019
National Institutes of Health: Coronavirus (COVID-19).
National Network of Public Health Institute: Public Health COVID-19 Online Community.
The Network for Public Health Law: COVID-19 Resources
The Wellness Network: Free Online Coronavirus Resource Library to U.S. Based Hospitals
World Health Organization: Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pandemic

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

Conferences, trainings, workshops, and webinars opportunities

Diabetes (June 25) - Know Diabetes by Heart: Complex Cases in the Management and Treatment of Patients with T2D and High CVD Risk. Date: Thursday, June 25, 2020. Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM The management of patients with type 2 diabetes patients have evolved in last year, partly as a result of favorable EMPA-REG, CANVAS, and DECLARE TIMI-58 clinical trials. Join leading experts, Christopher Cannon, MD, Sr. Physician at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, and Nathaniel G. Clark, MD, MS, RD at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital – Plymouth, Endocrinology on Thursday, June 25th 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET as they review complex cases and provide key clinical highlights from the ADA Virtual Scientific Sessions. Register

CU/CME opportunities

Stroke (MAY 13) - Hypertension-Related Deaths On The Rise In U.S., Especially In The Rural South. Medpage Today article by Zeena Nackerdien PhD.

Holidays and National Observances:
This month and next

June 2020

Men’s Health Month
- 2020 Toolkit
1-7 CPR and AED Awareness Week
15-21 - Men’s Health Week
14 – Flag Day
19 - Wear Blue Friday
20 – Summer Solstice (First day of summer)
21 - Father’s Day

July 2020

4 - Independence Day

Social Media:
Tips and Tricks, suggested “Likes” and “Follows”, and sample social media messaging for Facebook & Twitter

Suggested Hashtags: Facebook & Twitter

COVID-19
- #healthyathome
- #healthyatwork
- #togetherky
- #teamkentucky

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

Online Articles

A-Fib (MAY 6) – Necklace Spots A-Fib in Just Over 30 Seconds. Medicine Net article by HealthDay Reporter Alan Mozes.
Blood Pressure (MAY 26) – BP control in older patients feasible with medication reduction. Healio Cardiology today article.
Blood Pressure (MAY 26) – Could a Hormone Cause High Blood Pressure? Medicine Net article by HealthDay Reporter Amy Norton.
Blood Pressure (MAY 26) – Hypertension Closely Tied to Aldosterone Levels. MedPage Today article by Kristen Monaco.
Blood Pressure (MAY 26) – Pulling Back BP Meds Feasible in the Elderly. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Blood Pressure (MAY 19) – Blood pressure lowering lessens risk of dementia, cognitive decline. MDedge Neurology article by Steve Cimino.
Blood Pressure (MAY 19) – BP lowering with antihypertensive medication may reduce dementia risk. Healio Cardiology today article.
Blood Pressure (MAY 19) – Meta-Analysis: Treating Hypertension Carries 'Modest' Cognitive Benefit. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
Blood Pressure (MAY 18) – AHA News: Is High Blood Pressure Inevitable? Medicine Net article.
Blood Pressure (MAY 8) – CDC: Prevalence of Hypertension Higher in Rural Versus Urban Areas. HealthDay article.
Blood Pressure (MAY 8) – Prevalence of Self-Reported Hypertension and Antihypertensive Medication Use by County and Rural-Urban Classification — United States, 2017. CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR).
Blood Pressure (MAY 6) – Elevated BP, Diabetes, Obesity Accelerate Vascular Aging In Teens. Healio Cardiology today article.
Blood Pressure (MAY 5) – No Link Between Hypertension Drugs And COVID-19 Risk, Study Rules. Medical News Today article by Maria Cohut, Ph.D. Fact checked by Rita Ponce, Ph.D.
Blood Pressure (MAY 1) – Hypertension Drugs Appear Safe in COVID-19. MedPage Today article by Crystal Phend.
Cardiac Arrest (MAY 3) – Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrests Soar During COVID-19. Medicine net article.
Cardiac Arrest (MAY 1) – Out-of-hospital cardiac arrests soar during COVID-19 in Italy. MDedge Cardiology article by Patrice Wendling.
COVID-19 (MAY 18) – Right Heart Problems Spell Trouble for COVID-19 Patients. MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
CVD (MAY 28) – AHA: Diabetes plays major role in increased CVD risk in American Indians, Alaska Natives. Healio Cardiology today article.
CVD (MAY 28) – ED visits for suspected MI, stroke down during COVID-19 pandemic. Healio Cardiology today article.
CVD (MAY 28) – Lowest-income patients less likely to use CVD prevention services. Healio Cardiology today article.
CVD (MAY 27) – Social isolation tied to higher risk of cardiovascular events, death. MDedge Neurology article by Pauline Anderson.
CVD (MAY 22) – Focus on sex-specific risk factors critical in diagnosing, treating CVD in women. Healio Cardiology today article.
CVD (MAY 20) – Some CV medications prescribed less often to women than men. Healio Cardiology today article.
CVD (MAY 19) – Can Cardio Risk Scores Predict Cognitive Decline? MedPage Today article by Judy George.
CVD (MAY 19) – COVID-19 and the heart: Knowledge ‘evolving by the hour’. Healio Cardiology today article.
CVD (MAY 18) – Healthier Heart, Better Brain in Old Age. HealthDay article by Robert Preidt.
CVD (MAY 15) – Ocular Imaging for Cardiovascular Evaluation? MedPage Today article by Nicole Lou.
CVD (MAY 13) – Cardiovascular mortality rate in rural areas keeps declining, but not as much as in metropolitan areas, study finds. The Rural Blog by Al Cross.
CVD (MAY 13) – More Evidence Sugary Drinks Harm Women's Hearts. Medicine Net article by Steven Reinberg.
CVD (MAY 13) – Smaller Dinner, Bigger Breakfast May Reduce Risks For Death From Diabetes, CVD. Healio Endocrine today article.
CVD (MAY 13) – Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Intake Increases CVD Risk In Women. Healio Cardiology today article.
CVD (MAY 12) – USPSTF Urges Behavioral Counseling for Those With CVD Risk. HealthDay Physician’s Briefing article.
CVD (MAY 11) – Cardiovascular Disease Is Already the Leading Cause of Death, Climate Change Will Make It Worse. Everyday Health article by Kaitlin Sullivan. Medically Reviewed by Michael Cutler, DO, PhD.
CVD (MAY 11) – Clinical Review Of COVID-19 And CVD: What The Cardiovascular Practitioner Needs To Know. Healio Cardiology today article.
CVD (MAY 8) – 'Cardio-COVID': Amal Mattu on COVID-19 and Matters of the Heart. Medscape Nurses article by Amal Mattu, MD.
CVD (MAY 5) – Pulse Pressure: An Indicator Of Heart Health? Mayo Clinic article by Sheldon G. Sheps, M.D.
CVD (MAY 4) – AHA: Multidisciplinary Approach Critical For Pregnant Women With CVD. Healio Cardiology today article.
CVD (MAY 4) – Having Heart Symptoms? Don't Delay Care During Pandemic. Medicine Net article Robert Preidt.
CVD (APR 29) – What is meant by the term "heart age"? Mayo Clinic article by Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, M.D.
CVD (APR 27) – Dietary Salt Reduction Initiative Effective, With Modest BP Benefits. Healio Cardiology today article.
CVD (APR 6) – COVID-19 May Cause Heart Damage in People Without Existing Heart Issues, Research Finds. Everyday Health article by Linda Thrasybule.
Diabetes (MAY 29) – 1 in 10 COVID-19 Patients With Diabetes Dies. Medicine net article by Robert Preidt.
Diabetes (MAY 28) – Comparative Effectiveness of 2 Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Programs in the Workplace: The City and County of San Francisco Diabetes Prevention Trial. CDC Preventing Chronic Disease Original Research.
Heart Failure (MAY 19) – COVID-Linked Heart Failure in Kids; Transplant Survival in COVID-19; Waiting for Exercise. MedPage Today article by Crystal Phend.
Heart Health (MAY 7) – Drink Up! Coffee Won't Harm Your Heart, Study Finds. Medicine Net article by HealthDay Reporter Steven Reinberg.
Nutrition (MAY 6) – Plant-Based Diets for CVD Prevention. MedPage Today article by Andrew Perry, MD.
Stroke (MAY 27) – During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Don’t Ignore Signs of Stroke. Kentucky Kernel article.
Stroke (MAY 21) – AHA offers advice on prehospital acute stroke triage amid COVID-19. MDedge Neurology article by Megan Brooks.
Stroke (MAY 19) – Mild thyroid variation may predict stroke risk. Healio Endocrine today article.
Stroke (MAY 14) – Reduce Your Risk of Another Heart Attack or Stroke. Kentucky Kernel article.
Stroke (MAY 12) – COVID-19 Cuts Stroke Cases Nearly 40% Nationwide. Medicine net article.
Stroke (MAY 6) – Investigators Detect Higher Incidence of Stroke in COVID-19 Patients Under Age 50. Everyday Health article by Becky Upham
Stroke (MAY 5) – Alcohol Consumption Increases Risk For PAD, Stroke. Healio Cardiology today article.
Stroke (MAY 5) – Don't Wait on Stroke Symptoms During Coronavirus Pandemic. Medicine Net article Robert Preidt.
Stroke (MAY 4) – U.K. Report Backs Stroke as COVID-19 Complication. MedPage Today article by Judy George.
Stroke (APR 28) – Large Vessel Strokes in Younger Patients Tied to COVID-19. MedPage Today article by Judy George.
Weekly Health News Quiz from MedPage Today.
- (MAY 23) - Can Regular People Put on N95s Correctly?
- (MAY 16) - Are Kids Still Getting Their Shots?
- (MAY 9) - What Protects Against 'Death From Despair'?
- (MAY 2) - Do COVID-19 Antibodies Equal Immunity?
- (APR 25) - What Novel N95 Sterilization Method Works?

Podcasts

American Heart Association Podcasts on SoundCloud

(May 15) – Thrombosis
(May 15) – Acute Coronary Syndrome
(May 12) – Arrhythmia And COVID - 19
(May 11) – HEART DISEASE AND COVID
(May 11) – FINAL Covid 19 And Diabetes
(May 7) – GWTG 360 7 Day Follow - Up Dr Chahoud
(May 4) – Adult Congenital Heart Disease
(May 1) – Staying Active at Home

Health Literacy Out Loud:

(MAY 1) – Patient-Oriented Discharge Summaries: Helping Patients Easily Understand Their Transition from Hospital to Home (HLOL #198)

Know Diabetes by Heart Podcast:

(May 22) – 2020 Episode 4 – Heart Failure Management in Patients with T2D and CVD
(APR 27) – 2020 Episode 3 – COVID-19 – Implications in the Management of Patients with T2D and CVD

National Institutes of Health Healthy Moments Radio Broadcast

(APR 27) – Overcoming Barriers to Healthy Eating
(APR 20) – Eat Healthy to Prevent Kidney Disease and Diabetes
(APR 13) – Spring Into Fitness
(APR 6) – Off the Couch and Into Action
(FEB 17) – Take Control of Your Blood Pressure
(FEB 10) – Overweight & Heart Disease: Show Your Heart Some Love

PodMed Double T Podcasts.

(MAY 23) – Effect of Stay-At-Home Orders; Proning COVID Patients
(MAY 16) – A COVID Screening Tool; HCQ for COVID-19
(MAY 9) – Social Distancing in Georgia; ACE Inhibitors and COVID-19
(MAY 2) – COVID-19 Contact Tracing, Loss of Smell
(APR 25) – NIH COVID-19 Guidelines; Vaping-Related Deaths

Partner Newsletters - Latest Edition

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

Health Communication Science Digest (Monthly)

Million Hearts e-update (Bi-Monthly)

Fall/Winter 2019

NIH News in Health (Monthly)

World Hypertension League (quarterly)

March 2020

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

Websites

Public Health (MAY) - Public Health Professionals Gateway. State, tribal, local, and territorial (STLT) Collaboration Space from CDC. If you work for a state, tribal, local, or territorial public health department, register to access free, customizable CDC tools and resources that can enhance your communication efforts. Communication Resource Center (CRC). Customizable materials include design templates, matte articles, podcasts, medical illustrations, videos, rights-free photography, and more. Registration required.
Stroke (MAY) - Know Stroke: Know The Signs. Act In Time. From the National Institutes of Health.
Stroke (MAY) – Stroke Also called: Brain attack, CVA. Medline Plus webpage.

Videos:

Stroke (MAY) – Know Stroke. 8:17 minutes from the National Institutes of Health.

Documents: Paper/Electronic/Printable

Chronic Disease (MAY) - Chronic Disease and COVID-19: What You Need to Know. 1-pager from NACDD.
COVID-19 (MAY 15) – Coronavirus Testing Basics US FDA 1-pager.
Diabetes (Apr 21) – Practical Guide For Management Of COVID-19 & Type 2 Diabetes from AHA

Toolkits

CVD (MAY) – Heart Healthy Toolbox. 75-pages from Preventative Cardiovascular Nurses Association (PCNA).
Stroke (MAY) – Toolkits And Posters. From the National Institutes of Health.

How to Contribute

Want to contribute to the next issue? If you would like something from your organization included in the next issue you must submit ready-to-distribute content to David Davis, david.davis2@ky.gov, no later than Close OF Business (COB) the last Tuesday of each month.

Contributions for the next issue will be due: June 30, 2020

KHDSP Task Force Strategic Map and Plan 2017-2019

Mission Statement
Improve cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health for all Kentuckians.

Overarching Strategies

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.
Explore the possibility of data information exchange and quality improvement.

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