Last week, as many public health professionals faced terminations, the calendar showed National Public Health Week. At a time meant for celebration, instead we focus on communication and visibility.
So I turn the question to readers: how do we support others [I think this means public health professionals] who are facing mental health challenges? I welcome your suggestions.
Incredible words! I had the great honor of having Dr. Goodman teach me biostats when I was a grad student. Brilliant.
I received the following comment from a reader: "How do you support others who are facing mental health challenges?"
Thanks for this question. I'd love to know more about the context for your question and those that you are thinking of.
Several times throughout this newsletter, I've addressed the question of mental health challenges among public health professionals - e.g. https://phworkforceok.substack.com/p/mental-health-and-wellbeing-among, https://phworkforceok.substack.com/p/mind-the-gap, and please search the archives for more. (Posts over 1 year old are paywalled but please contact me if payment is a barrier and I will give you access.)
But the current moment calls for more action. My recent advice and suggestions are here: https://phworkforceok.substack.com/p/this-is-not-normal
So I turn the question to readers: how do we support others [I think this means public health professionals] who are facing mental health challenges? I welcome your suggestions.