National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD)

This week, the new NACDD Board of Directors gathered at our Headquarters to chart the course for the coming year. Their leadership, expertise, and passion will guide us as we continue our mission to prevent and control chronic diseases, and improve the well-being of communities nationwide. Stay tuned for updates and initiatives from this incredible group of leaders! #LeadershipInAction #ChronicDiseasePrevention #NACDDLeadership #CommunityHealth

During #LungCancerMonth, NACDD supports the #GreatAmericanSmokeOut, a day that encourages people to start their journey to a smoke-free life! NACDD’s Disability Inclusion Network believes that everyone should have the tools they need to stop smoking. Do you want to make sure your communities have access to inclusive tobacco cessation tools? Here are a few tips: ? Partner with people with disabilities and disability-led service organizations to make sure your cessation services are accessible and intentionally inclusive. ? Ensure all cessation materials (digital and physical) are in accessible formats including plain language, easy read, and screen reader formats, large print, alt-text +image descriptions for images, closed captions on videos, and braille, and/or American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation if appropriate etc. ? Make sure to offer multiple service delivery options such as accessible counseling locations, quiet and scent-free environments, and telehealth options. ? Ensure Quit Line personnel are trained in using the Telecommunications Relay Service for Deaf and hard of hearing callers who want to quit. Image description: Blue square with text “Everyone should have the tools they need to quit smoking”. One graphic of three men of varying races and ethnicities smiling. One graphic of a woman next to a man using a wheelchair smiling. Text #TheGreatAmericanSmokeout and the Disability Inclusion Network For Tobacco Control and Cancer Prevention logo, a dark blue circle with a white no smoking symbol, a red apple, a light blue person using a white cane, a yellow person, and a green person using a wheelchair.

NACDD has partnered with @CDC Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity to successfully develop and publish updated Food and Nutrition Security Profiles for all 50 States, including new profiles for the District of Columbia and five territories – American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. These profiles highlight collaboration and partnership within each state to support food and nutrition security programs, policies, practices, and infrastructure. Please take a moment to review the profile for your state or territory and share it with your network today! Access the national and state/territory Food and Nutrition Security Profiles | https://lnkd.in/eNkKE9v8 Contact the Center for Advancing Healthy Communities with any questions or comments at [email protected]. #FoodandNutritionSecurity #HealthyCommunities #NACDD #PublicHealth

Ramp up efforts to increase availability and coverage of the National DPP lifestyle change program by reaching employers as a Healm Ambassador. Learn more about Healm and use the newly released Healm Ambassador Toolkit to spread the word about Healm among employer audiences. Find ready-to-use social media posts, videos, downloadable resources, and content for newsletters and websites on the Toolkit at https://lnkd.in/eb9GTC-U. #NationalDiabetesMonth #EmployeeWellness #DiabetesPrevention

Whether you're looking to level up your skills or dive into new strategies, NACDD’s Online Learning Center has engaging, on-demand courses designed for public health professionals with topics that focus on advancing health equity, leadership development, using clinical data, vision and eye health, and more. With an enhanced user experience, learning has never been easier! Our platform is built for you—helping you make a bigger impact at work and in your community. Courses are free for NACDD Members. Start your learning journey today at https://lnkd.in/ergFc2yv. https://lnkd.in/eFz3TTYd

The November Impact Brief is here! This month’s edition is packed with stories of connection, innovation, and impact: ?? NACDD’s inspiring time at APHA 2024 ?? Exploring NACDD’s Contributions to Diabetes Prevention and Management Throughout National Diabetes Month ?? Celebrating Native American Heritage Month and promoting culturally tailored health resources ?? Highlighting many more key public health initiatives and resources Don’t miss out on how NACDD and our Members are advancing public health nationwide. Dive into the full newsletter now! ?? https://lnkd.in/eMJV8D3v #NACDD #PublicHealthImpact #HealthEquity #ImpactBrief #PublicHealthMatters

Explore strategies to engage health systems in systems change and quality improvement to promote early detection and reduce risk factors of chronic kidney disease. Learn successful ways this was done in the Chronic Kidney Disease Detection and Education Program Case Stories at https://lnkd.in/e7_t7F8t. #NationalDiabetesMonth #DiabetesManagement #CollectiveImpact #HealthEquity

Native communities are leading by shaping health-supporting infrastructure and addressing key challenges. Join @Build Healthy Places Network on November 18th for their upcoming Network Commons, where Native leaders and partners will share how they’re fostering healthier futures rooted in Native self-determination. ??Don't miss this important conversation! https://ow.ly/ImLl50TSVer

Approximately one half (52.2%–62.4%) of adults aged ≥65 years with self-reported diagnosed dementia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, stroke, heart disease, diabetes, or cancer also had a reported diagnosis of arthritis. This highlights the significant overlap between these health issues and underscores the importance of comprehensive care for older adults. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/eMwhGXCr. #NACDDActionOnArthritis #ArthritisAwareness #Alzheimer’sAwarenessMonth

It's World Diabetes Day—a day to bring awareness to diabetes prevention, screening, and treatment. The fact that 1 in 5 American adults with diabetes don't know they have it shows that millions of Americans may not be living in a way that's best for their long-term health. If you have diabetes, it's important to be aware of the risk factors, symptoms, and the importance of managing blood sugar. Today, let's work to raise awareness and encourage routine health checkups. Knowing your numbers and understanding your risk factors could make all the difference. If you think you may have diabetes, don't be afraid to talk about it with your doctor. It can be scary to get diagnosed with a chronic illness, but it's always much better to be informed of your health status than it is to be unaware of what you need. It's all about becoming more proactive! #WorldDiabetesDay #ChronicIllness #Diabetes