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COVID-19 is ever-changing, but we should use the knowledge we have to plan as best we can for the future. Here’s what we know about current COVID trends and predictions for 2022.
February 15, 2022
COVID has fundamentally changed healthcare in the US. From increased disease burden to how we provide care, we’ll continue to feel the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic for many years to come. Here’s how COVID will impact the future of US healthcare.
February 06, 2022
Disparities in health equity among children with disabilities exist in every area, from diagnosis, to treatment, to accessing appropriate care. Here’s what we can do to reduce them.
February 01, 2022
Despite the many benefits of diversity in healthcare professions, significant disparities still exist. Learn about the current state of diversity in healthcare and what should be done to develop diversity in healthcare professions.
January 25, 2022
Racial disparities in infant mortality have remained persistently high across time. Here we discuss factors that contribute to racial disparities in infant mortality and what can be done to help eliminate them.
January 17, 2022
As frontline workers, nurses are uniquely positioned to help achieve health equity. Learn what steps nurses can take to reduce health disparities and achieve greater health equity in the future.
January 11, 2022
Giving birth during COVID adds a layer of anxiety to what should be an exciting time. If you are currently pregnant, how concerned should you be? Here are seven things to know about giving birth during COVID.
January 03, 2022
Nearly two years have passed since the first case of COVID was confirmed in the US. Here’s how COVID has impacted our nation’s nurses.
December 24, 2021
As we dealt with the COVID-19 crisis, another crisis emerged. Drug overdose deaths have spiked to their highest level since the opioid epidemic began. Here we discuss the factors driving the increase and what can be done to help prevent more deaths.
December 20, 2021
Indigenous communities continue to suffer from a myriad of health disparities. Here, we discuss the health equity challenges faced by Indigenous communities and what can be done to improve health equity.
December 10, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has placed increased attention on health inequities among the homeless. Here’s what we need to consider as we address health equity in homeless populations.
December 06, 2021
Disparities in health outcomes were highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic but have long been experienced by marginalized groups. Here, we discuss five of the top barriers to health equity.
November 29, 2021
The American Rescue Plan Act presents an unprecedented opportunity to address equity issues. Here are some areas that deserve our focus.
November 05, 2021
Breakthrough cases have been rising across the US. What’s driving the trend, and will breakthrough cases continue to rise? Here’s what we know so far.
November 01, 2021
We are all in danger from COVID-19 as long as it is able to spread anywhere in the world. Vaccines are essential to reducing transmission, but not all countries have equal access. Here’s a global look at vaccine distribution.
October 25, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic forced us to rethink the way we work. Here are 10 surprising COVID era workplace statistics.
October 19, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has been one of the most challenging times in recent history, but as we learned and responded to those challenges, a silver lining emerged. Here are 7 positive impacts of COVID.
October 09, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic created unprecedented challenges to the workforce and economy and illuminated the need to upskill and reskill workers. Equity-focused workforce upskilling/reskilling should be a part of recovery efforts. Here’s why.
October 04, 2021
Enhanced unemployment benefits came to an end on September 6. Here’s what we know so far about the impact ending unemployment benefits will have on our communities.
September 25, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic led to significant learning loss for children, with minorities and children from low-income families experiencing the greatest effects. Here’s what can be done to close the learning gap.
September 20, 2021
Here’s how communities are likely to be impacted as the eviction moratorium ends and what should be done to help.
September 14, 2021
As we look toward recovery, it is essential that we focus on equity. Here are some basic requirements for equitable recovery.
September 03, 2021
New hyper-local insights into the progress and gaps in recovery.
July 05, 2021
As our communities reopen, equitable recovery should be a priority. But what does equitable recovery look like? Here, we discuss strategies leaders can implement to aid their communities in an equitable recovery from COVID-19.
June 25, 2021
Learn how Seattle’s Opportunity Youth Initiative helped underserved youth overcome barriers to employment.
June 21, 2021
Let's turn the global pandemic into an educational reform opportunity as we move forward.
June 11, 2021
The poor, minorities, and marginalized communities were disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. Here, we discuss the systemic barriers exposed by COVID-19 and why we must work toward health equity.
June 06, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has created increased challenges for our Nation’s Veterans. Learn how Veterans are being impacted by COVID and what can be done to help.
May 31, 2021
At the Center for Community Insights (CCI) we are making hyper-local data and expert analysis more accessible to the communities that need it most.
April 26, 2021
A New Tool for Community Leaders
December 17, 2020
Context is important for your needs assessment. Learn about the data and indicators available to you through DataContours and the context they provide for your community.
December 09, 2020
Learn how DataContours can help you complete a great needs assessment.
November 30, 2020
DataContours offers up-to-date unique data points all in one place.
November 25, 2020
After nearly a year of responding to COVID-19, here's what we've learned so far.
November 18, 2020
Needs assessments should make data relevant to decision makers. Here are some of the components you should include in your needs assessment and why they matter.
November 11, 2020
Here are four questions your needs assessment should answer.
November 03, 2020
What are the COVID-19 impacts in your community?
October 27, 2020
October 18, 2020
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October 15, 2020
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October 08, 2020
Access Recordings of All the Live Discussions We've Hosted in the Last Several Months
September 24, 2020
In order to respond to rapidly changing conditions, we need to let go of perfectionism and embrace estimation, instead.
September 14, 2020
When it comes to a crisis like COVID-19, being overly optimistic leads to bad policy decisions.
September 08, 2020
COVID-19 has made inequalities in the US glaringly obvious.
September 01, 2020
Local data is key to anticipating and responding to community needs.
August 24, 2020
Here's a look at what we need to do differently to best respond to this crisis.
August 19, 2020
Here's a great new resource for communities, Thriving Together: A Springboard for Equitable Recovery and Resilience in Communities Across America.
August 13, 2020
As we head into fall, decisions must be made about how and when to open schools. Access to community-level data is key to making those decisions.
August 05, 2020
Short and long-term impacts are being felt on every level.
July 29, 2020
COVID is disproportionately affecting women and their work. On top of existing pay inequalities, women are now more likely to be out of work and face childcare/health/housing/transportation barriers.
July 22, 2020
A high-level look at addressing equity impacts as communities plan their recovery efforts.
July 15, 2020
Easily include our COVID data and visualizations directly in your website.
July 13, 2020
There is a separate crisis slowly unfolding that has the potential to be far more devastating. Here's what the data says.
July 09, 2020
Early studies suggest 20% of the population may be causing 80% of COVID spread.
July 07, 2020
As we search for a way forward, it may be helpful to revisit the government's official guidelines for reopening amid the COVID crisis.
July 02, 2020
Can air conditioner's spread COVID-19? Here's what we know so far.
June 30, 2020
As COVID outbreaks spread across the country, it is more important than ever to see the big picture.
June 24, 2020
Here are three tips to help public officials communicate COVID-19 data effectively.
June 23, 2020
We recently completed a webinar outlining specific comms strategies for new COVID outbreaks.
June 19, 2020
