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Coalitions and Learning Collaboratives are groups of community partners with a vested interest in advancing health outcomes in their community. These groups connect clinical and community partners to work towards a shared goal of greater health for all members of the community.
Cardiovascular Health Learning Collaboratives
The Cardiovascular Health Learning Collaboratives (LCs) connect healthcare professionals and community partners to share best practices and implement changes based on community-wide cardiovascular health data. They meet monthly and follow the PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) rapid cycle improvement process to implement changes within cardiovascular health. Any community members or organizations interested in advancing heart health are welcome to join.
To register and receive information about upcoming meetings, please fill out the survey at the bottom of the page.
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The Nebraska Cardiovascular Health Learning Collaborative formed 3 workgroups to work towards greater heart health for all Nebraskans.
Community Care - This group focuses on place-based care and workplace wellness, emphasizing bringing healthcare back into community spaces.
- Workgroup members are surveying residents in Northeast Nebraska to learn more about food access and nutrition education. The results will be shared with the residents and used to develop an action plan towards bettering community health in food access and nutrition.
Health Education & Outreach - This group focuses on expanding cardiovascular health information beyond healthcare facilities and emphasizes education and awareness.
- This workgroup is expanding Health Coaches for Hypertension Control (HCHC) classes to two rural counties, Knox and Hitchcock, that have higher rates of obesity and coronary heart disease, but do not have any Living Well classes. Group members are coordinating with local health educators to reach those in need.
Provider Development & Recognition - This group focuses on supporting healthcare providers with cardiovascular health trainings, resources, and recognition programs.
- Workgroup members are creating three (3) informational guides for 1)patients/individuals, 2)healthcare providers, and 3)public health professionals with guidance on low-cost cardiovascular health resources and solutions.
- Butler, Polk, Seward, and York counties
Current work includes developing and promoting nutrition health education and supporting community health workshops, as well as launching BP stations in partnership with the American Heart Association and the 'Libraries with Heart' initiative.
Contact Chris at chrisb@fourcorners.ne.gov for more information!
- Antelope, Boyd, Brown, Cherry, Holt, Keya Paha, Knox, Pierce, and Rock counties
Current work includes supporting referrals for the Health Coaches for Hypertension Control (HCHC) program, encouraging blood pressure measurements at health fairs, and promoting physical activity resources in each community. Check out the physical activity (PA) guide that outlines all PA opportunities in the North Central District!
Physical Activity Guide
Contact Jennifer at jennifer@ncdhd.ne.gov for more information!
- Johnson, Nemaha, Otoe, Pawnee, and Richardson counties
Current work includes improving transportation access in areas of highest need and promoting community meal programs, as well as taking BP measurements at community events.
Contact Chris at celtiste@sedhd.org for more information!
- Arthur, Hooker, Lincoln, Logan, McPherson, and Thomas counties
Current work includes organizing and attending health fairs to provide cardiovascular screenings, wellness education, and developing a coordinated cardiovascular health educational media plan. Group members are planning cooking classes and placing BP stations around the West Central District.
Contact Meghan at trevinom@wcdhd.org for more information!
Nebraska Cancer Alliance
The Nebraska Cancer Alliance (NCA) is a collaborative group of partner organizations and individuals dedicated to improving cancer prevention and risk reduction, screening and early detection, treatment, and survivorship across the state of Nebraska. Our shared goal is to align our efforts to support and implement the objectives outlined in the Nebraska State Cancer Plan.
A healthier Nebraska where all communities have equitable access to cancer prevention, early detection, treatment, and survivorship support, and where data and partnerships drive impactful progress in reducing cancer incidence and mortality.
To reduce the burden of cancer across Nebraska through statewide collaboration, education, and the advancement of equitable cancer prevention, care, and survivorship efforts.
The purpose of the NCA is to bring together a diverse group of partners from across the state to advance the goals of the Nebraska State Cancer Plan. Through collaboration, we aim to support public health initiatives, inform evidence-based strategies for cancer prevention and control, improve patient outcomes, and foster- clinical trials and data-driven decision-making. Informing will support key public health initiatives aimed at informing cancer prevention and control strategies to enhance outcomes for individuals affected by cancer. Additionally, the NCA advocates for best practices in data reporting.
The Nebraska Comprehensive Cancer Control Program (NECCCP) provides coordination, administrative support, and infrastructure for the NCA. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services receives funding from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to support the NECCCP.
Meetings
The entire Nebraska Cancer Alliance meets 3 to 4 times per year.
There are currently three active workgroups meeting that align with the state cancer plan primary areas:
- Primary Prevention and Risk Reduction Workgroup: HPV Cancer Prevention Taskforce
- Survivorship Workgroup
- Screening and Early Detection Workgroup
To get involved in the coalition and/or any of the workgroups, please reach out to:
Nebraska Cancer Alliance: necanceralliance@gmail.com
OR
Nebraska DHHS Comprehensive Cancer Control Program: dhhs.necccp@nebraska.gov
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