91: Improving Public Health by Modernizing Data Exchange

91: Improving Public Health by Modernizing Data Exchange

From Public Health Review by ASTHO

July 22, 2024 · 30 min

About this episode

This episode discusses the modernization of public health data exchange to improve efficiency and effectiveness in public health systems.

The landscape of public health data is changing. This episode dives into the importance of modernizing data exchange for a more efficient and effective public health system. We explore a framework that utilizes cloud services, open-source software, and open data standards to revolutionize how public health data is collected, shared, and analyzed. This innovative approach outlines tools to reduce manual effort and streamline data flow across various sources, ultimately empowering state, tribal, local, and territorial health agencies (STLTs) to improve public health outcomes. Join us as we hear national and state perspectives on data modernization initiatives, including valuable insights, experiences, and recommendations on workforce, policy, and funding to prepare for a future of cloud-based data sharing. This episode is a must-listen for public health professionals looking to harness the power of modern technologies to improve public health data exchange and ultimately, the well-being of their communities. Speakers: · Rachelle Boulton, MSPH: Health Informatics Program Manager, Division of Population Health, Utah Department of Health and Human Services · Tabatha Offutt-Powell…

People in this episode

Guest: Rachelle Boulton Msph

Topics covered

  • public health
  • data exchange
  • cloud services
  • open-source software
  • data standards

Keywords

  • data modernization
  • public health outcomes
  • cloud-based data sharing

Mentioned in this episode

Products: cloud services, open-source software

Places: Utah

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