Announcing Our New E-Book: Using Person-Centered Language in Public Health Communications10/16/2025  We're excited to share the release of a brand-new resource: Using Person-Centered Language in Public Health Communications.
Public health professionals work hard to communicate clearly and respectfully, but even well-intended messages can unintentionally reinforce stigma or overlook how communities self-identify. This resource is designed to assist public health professionals at all levels in understanding these nuances. It offers strategies for engaging with target populations and demonstrates the importance of incorporating these strategies into their communication plans and health messaging toolkit.
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 Plain language is more than just simplifying words—it’s about making sure your message lands. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) describes it as language that improves understanding. It should always be professional and accurate, yet never condescending. Public health professionals are trained in this concept, and federal agencies are mandated to use it by the Plain Writing Act, but there is still work to be done in making public health information truly accessible to everyone.
 Here at Let's Talk Public Health, we are constantly developing and testing creative and innovative ways to engage people around public health topics and issues. That's why we're thrilled to announce the launch of our latest digital download: Public Health Puzzle Book No. 1!
 Maternal mental health is a pressing but often overlooked issue, especially in high-risk populations like those residing in underserved or rural areas. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 8 women experience postpartum depression. It is also important to recognize that low-income and underserved women tend to have higher rates of postpartum depression. Research also shows that about 50% of postpartum depression cases go undiagnosed and untreated due to the stigma surrounding it. This leads to significant long-term impacts on both the mother’s and child’s well-being. Public health professionals must address this issue with sensitivity and empathy, using specific language that reduces stigma, normalizes seeking help and treatment, and creates an environment of trust.
 Fall is once again upon us. It’s election season, respiratory virus season, hurricane season, and hunting season. This past month, the last two ‘seasons’ have really caught my attention and got me thinking about a topic that public health degree programs fall a bit short in teaching: One Health. The CDC defines one health as “an approach that recognizes that the health of people is closely connected to the health of animals and our shared environment.”
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