 It’s been over a year since my last letter. Like many public health professionals and organizations, I’ve been pivoting to adapt to the whirlwind of changes at the federal level. Over the past year, I’ve had to triple down on business development to strengthen Let’s Talk Public Health’s financial footing as public health funding continues to decline. That meant taking on more contract work – and honestly, that’s why you haven’t heard from us/me in a while. Anything that was not client work had to wait.
Our financial future remains uncertain, and I expect the same is true for many other public health professionals, organizations, and businesses. We’ll do what we can to keep producing free resources to help you creatively and effectively engage with communities, partners, and policymakers, and to continue offering opportunities for professional growth, development, and collaboration.
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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.  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!
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