Public Health Out Loud

Dr. Philip Chan, Rhode Island Department of Health
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Public Health Out Loud

Public Health Out Loud is a podcast that delves into the broader public health concerns and issues facing everyday Rhode Islanders. From discussions about safeguarding against future pandemics to actionable plans for families to help keep their loved ones safe from preventable diseases, Public Health Out Loud is a no nonsense resource for listeners who want to stick to the facts. Host Dr. Philip Chan promises to deliver accurate, light-hearted, and informative public health updates that matter to you. This podcast is brought to you by the Rhode Island Department of Health.

  1. 15 NOV.

    Same Old Tricks: Keeping Tobacco Industry Marketing on Rhode Island's Radar

    November 21st is the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout, an annual event that encourages people to quit smoking or reduce their tobacco and nicotine use for at least 24 hours to live a healthier life and reduce their cancer risk. Ámbar Delgado, Manager of Advocacy at Tobacco Free RI Statewide Network, talks about why reducing tobacco and nicotine use should still be on our radar and highlights the resources available to all Rhode Islanders who want to quit.

    22 min

  2. 1 NOV.

    The Rhode Island Rental Registry: Your Questions Answered

    Every landlord in Rhode Island is now required by law to register their residential rental properties in a new Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH)-managed database, which was launched in September. RIDOH’s Deputy Director, Seema Dixit joins us to answer your questions about the Rental Registry. Why does this registry exist and what is required? What happens if a property owner doesn't register? How can landlords obtain the required lead certificate? Download and listen to get answers to...

    19 min

  3. 25 OCT.

    Data Tells a Story: What We Know About Intimate Partner Violence and How it Affects Us All

    October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Often referred to as intimate partner violence, it affects roughly 48 percent - nearly half- of all women and about 41 percent of all men at least once in their lifetime. In this episode, Dr. Chan is joined by Dr. Cynthia Roberts, senior evaluator from the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Dr. Samantha Rosenthal, a professor of health science at Johnson & Wales University and adjunct professor of epidemiology at ...

    22 min

  4. 27 SEPT.

    We All Play A Role in Preventing Suicide

    September is Suicide Prevention Month. It’s an important time to remember lives lost and acknowledge the huge impact suicide has had on our communities. It’s also a time to bring awareness to the suicide prevention efforts in Rhode Island. In this episode of Public Health Out Loud, Dr. Chan is joined by the Rhode Island Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Area Director, Kerrie Constant and Board Chair, Keely Taylor. They share their own personal experiences and discuss...

    25 min

  5. 13 SEPT.

    Raising Awareness of Sepsis: Know the Signs to Save a Life

    Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that can follow an injury or infection and can affect anyone, regardless of age. There is treatment, but it's critical to act fast. In this episode of Public Health Out Loud, Dr. Chan is joined by Tara Cirella, a local mom who tragically lost her daughter, Gianna, to sepsis a few years ago and Dr. Lee Polikoff, a pediatric critical care specialist at Hasbro Children’s Hospital. He was one of the physicians in charge of Gianna’s care and is an exper...

    31 min

  6. 30 AOÛT

    It's Hurricane Season. Are you Prepared?

    September is National Preparedness Month. It's also the peak of the Atlantic Hurricane season! In this episode, Dr. Chan talks with Andrea Creach, from RIDOH's Center for Emergency Preparedness and Response, about how hurricanes and other weather events can impact our health, and what we can do to prepare and protect ourselves from the effects of these types of emergencies.

    16 min

  7. 15 AOÛT

    Celebrating the Roles of Community Health Workers

    National Community Health Worker Awareness Week is August 26-30, 2024 but in truth, Community Health Workers, or CHWs, could easily be celebrated all year. That's because they serve as trusted community leaders, expert problem solvers, and culturally competent subject matter experts-- often bridging the gap between their community's needs and important health or social services. In this episode, Dr. Philip Chan sits down with certified CHWs Rachel Young of the Rhode Island Alliance for Commun...

    22 min

  8. 2 AOÛT

    RIDOH's New Director Jerome Larkin Talks Priorities, Tick Prevention, and More

    In this episode of Public Health Out Loud, Dr. Philip Chan talks with Dr. Jerome Larkin, the new Rhode Island Department of Health Director about his background, what led him to accept this position, and a look ahead at his top priorities for the Department. He also covers a topic that happens to be one of his specialties - ticks and the diseases they carry.

    26 min
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À propos

Public Health Out Loud is a podcast that delves into the broader public health concerns and issues facing everyday Rhode Islanders. From discussions about safeguarding against future pandemics to actionable plans for families to help keep their loved ones safe from preventable diseases, Public Health Out Loud is a no nonsense resource for listeners who want to stick to the facts. Host Dr. Philip Chan promises to deliver accurate, light-hearted, and informative public health updates that matter to you. This podcast is brought to you by the Rhode Island Department of Health.

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  • Création
    Dr. Philip Chan, Rhode Island Department of Health
  • Années d’activité
    2020 - 2024
  • Épisodes
    140
  • Classification
    Tous publics
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Public Health Out Loud
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