How Strategic Communication Helped the State of Wisconsin Boost Health Insurance Engagement

Clear, consistent communication is a cornerstone of successful public policy, especially when it comes to helping residents navigate complex systems like health insurance. In Wisconsin, the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) has proven how data-informed messaging and grassroots outreach can Read More

Communicating Care: Oregon’s County-Level Strategy to Promote Telehealth Rights and Parity in 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a rapid expansion of telehealth services across the United States, with temporary emergency waivers enabling providers and patients to access remote care options at unprecedented levels. But as those waivers neared expiration, Oregon faced a critical question: how Read More

Communication at the Core: Harris County’s Texas Essential Workers Board as a Model for Worker Engagement

In 2022, Harris County, Texas, launched a groundbreaking Essential Workers Board (HCEWB) in direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic’s revelation of gaps in worker representation. Essential workers—from healthcare staff to grocery clerks—had borne the brunt of the crisis without a formal voice Read More

How Strategic Communication Powers Los Angeles County’s Black Infant Health (BIH) Program

Effective communication is the foundation of all successful public health initiatives, ensuring that essential information reaches the intended audiences in a compelling, accessible, and actionable manner. Los Angeles County’s Black Infant Health (BIH) Program exemplifies how thoughtful and strategic communication can effectively Read More

Beyond Awareness: How LOMH Uses Communication to Drive Behavioral Change in Minority Health

The Dayton & Montgomery County Local Office on Minority Health (LOMH) was established to combat health disparities and inequities among minoritized populations in the region. Funded by a grant from the Ohio Commission on Minority Health, in collaboration with Public Health Dayton Read More

Engaging Communities, Expanding Access: The Communication Strategy Behind Baltimore’s Virtual Supermarket Program

Access to nutritious food is a critical component of public health, yet many urban communities continue to struggle with food insecurity. In Baltimore, MD, where several neighborhoods are classified as food deserts, the Baltimarket Virtual Supermarket Program emerged as an innovative solution Read More

Empowering Healthy Choices: How District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) Uses Strategic Communication to Combat Childhood Obesity Through the CHARM School Program

District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) has long been committed to fostering student well-being and academic success. However, like many urban school districts, it has faced significant challenges in addressing childhood obesity, particularly in underserved communities. In response, DCPS partnered with local Read More

How the Mississippi State Department of Health ‘Move Your Way’ Campaign in Jackson, Mississippi Successfully Communicated the Importance of Physical Activity

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) has long been dedicated to enhancing the well-being of its residents. MSDH collaborated with the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) to implement the “Move Your Way®” campaign in Jackson, aiming to encourage Read More