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Toward a National Environmental Health Communication Network and Data Repository

Toward a National Environmental Health Communication Network and Data Repository. Mel Knight, REHS Chairman, Americas Region, IFEH MALEHA – September 2012 . Unleashing the power of “We”. By definition, ‘We’ will always have greater knowledge and power than “I”

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Toward a National Environmental Health Communication Network and Data Repository

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  1. Toward a National Environmental Health Communication Network and Data Repository Mel Knight, REHS Chairman, Americas Region, IFEH MALEHA – September 2012

  2. Unleashing the power of “We” • By definition, ‘We’ will always have greater knowledge and power than “I” • Networking multiplies our opportunities to share ideas, experiences and solutions • Data sharing enhances the quantity and quality of environmental health program information

  3. Networking Opportunities • Professional Associations (MEHA, NEHA, APHA etc.) • Focused confederations (MALEHA, NCLEHA, other state/regional groups) • National workgroups and task forces (FDA, CDC, EPA etc.) • Public/private collaboration (CFP)

  4. Value of a Data Repository • Larger numbers are more significant than smaller numbers • Useful for determining norms and trends • Environmental health issues rarely reside in a single political/geographic jurisdiction • Value to researchers, academicians and private sector

  5. Realizing Technological Gains • Computerized inspection reporting • GPS/GIS tools • Web based information sharing and disclosure • Paperless files with OCR • Smartphone applications • Virtual inspections and telemetry

  6. Challenges of Technology • Information overload • Hyper accessibility • Quality control • Exposes problems • Significant financial investment • Extensive training required

  7. Technology Utilization • Allows for ‘pulling’ in addition to ‘pushing’ data • Mobile access provides for efficiency and safety • Automated searches for trends and norms • Highlighting problems can accelerate finding solutions • Return on investment (ROI) improving with technology price drops • A modern workforce demands capacity and access to technology

  8. MALEHA leadership opportunity to:- Commission studies/research- Pool data- Allow/enable data mining- Collaborate with Universities/researchers • Mel Knight, REHS • melknight@sbcglobal.net

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