Tips for a Successful Healthier Texas Summit Experience  At the heart of public health advocacy lies effective communication and collaboration, a key feature of a successful panel discussion. As a statewide public health nonprofit dedicated to reducing preventable diseases and…

Planning an Effective Workshop: Balancing Structure and Collaboration Welcome to the world of workshop planning! As advocates for public health, we understand the importance of sharing knowledge and fostering collaboration through effective workshops. Whether you’re an experienced facilitator or new…

Sharing Your Research at The Healthier Texas Summit As dedicated public health professionals, we understand the importance of sharing research findings with the broader community. However, the research process is not finished until we actively participate in meaningful discussions and…

A Beginner’s Guide to Presenting at the Healthier Texas Summit Your voice and experience is needed to drive the conversations and initiatives that will shape a healthier future for Texas. As we gear up for this year’s summit, we’re here…

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor and celebrate the rich contributions of Hispanic individuals to various fields, including healthcare. In the world of medicine and public health, Hispanic individuals have made groundbreaking innovations, paved the way for future…

The phrase “social determinants of health” (SDoH) is often used in the jargon of every day health champions and advocates. But what does it mean to the everyday person? Social determinants of health are the social and economic conditions that…

By Dr. Lourdes Rodriguez, Senior Programs Officer, St. David’s Foundation In moments of crisis, information is critical. We must pay attention and learn how needs change over time – often day by day or even hour by hour. We learn…

Stephen J. Pont, MD, MPH, FAAP Texas Department of State Health Services; Medical Director, Office of Science and Population Health Since returning to Texas a decade ago, Dr. Stephen Pont has worked to improve the health of children, families, and…