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Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive for the state of Michigan, explains the state's Public Health Data Dashboard, which visualizes public health trends by district and helps to shape awareness of public health's role in the community; David Stone, Accreditation Analyst at ASTHO, discusses the importance of accreditation and ASTHO's guide to sustaining efforts across health departments; Dr. Scott Harris, ASTHO President and State Health Officer for Alabama, appeared on a recent Public Health on Call podcast; Dr. Nirav Shah, former ASTHO President and former Director of the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention, will give the commencement address at the University of Maine in Farmington; ASTHO will host an event being an effective crisis communicator Thursday, May 8th. Michigan's Public Health Data Dashboard ASTHO: A Guide for Sustainable Public Health Accreditation Podcast: A Conversation with Alabama's State Health Officer ASTHO: Don't Panic: A Panel on How to be an Effective Crisis Communicator UMF Announces Dr. Nirav Shah as Commencement Speaker
Michigan is in the midst of one of the worst flu seasons in years. There have already been more than 10,000 flu-related hospitalizations in the state this flu season, and outpatient visits for flu-like symptoms are the highest they have been in 15 years. We talked to Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, the state's chief medical executive, about flu season and the best ways to protect yourself. GUEST: Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, chief medical executive for the state of Michigan Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Music in this episode by Blue Dot Sessions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Journalist Khalil Hachem discussed Trump's plans with attorney Shahad Atiya of Michigan. Atiya is an immigration, international family, and criminal law attorney and a professor of crimmigration at the University of Michigan, Dearborn. Dr. Amny Shuraydi, an assistant professor of criminology and criminal justice at the University of Michigan Dearborn, discussed how American presidents are rising above the law. Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, the state of Michigan's chief medical executive, provided a medical update on the flu, COVID-19, and other diseases.
Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive for the State of Michigan, discusses the launch of the Take Control of Your Birth Control program; Catherine Jones, ASTHO Senior Analyst for Government Affairs, tells us what the priorities are for the lame duck period; and a new ASTHO report details how health agency staff can collaborate across sectors to address climate risks. Michigan News Release: Gov. Whitmer Announces New Program to Provide Free Contraception to Michiganders, Lowering the Cost of Access to Family Planning ASTHO Blog Article: Lame Duck Session Priorities in Congress ASTHO Report: Health Agency Staff Collaborate Across Sectors to Address Climate Risks
Christina Severin, ASTHO's Director of Public Health Law, dives into the ins and outs of the status of hemp; Linda Helland, Manager of California's Climate Change and Health Equity Branch at the California Department of Public Health, tells us more about the work the branch is doing; ASTHO is looking for qualified candidates to be its Senior Director of Accounting Operations; and Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive for the State of Michigan and an ASTHO Member, shares her thanks for public health. ASTHO Blog Article: Hemp's Hazy Legal Status Challenges Public Health Efforts California Department of Public Health: Climate Change and Health Equity ASTHO Web Page: Senior Director, Accounting Operations
Some women in Michigan say they're stocking up on Plan B, just in case a conservative swing in Washington results in further restrictions on reproductive healthcare. GUESTS:Michelle Jokish Polo, Stateside producerDr. Natasha Bagdasarian, chief medical executive for the state of MichiganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Journalist Khalil Hachem spoke with Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive for the State of Michigan, about the importance of vaccination and how to prepare for the season. In addition, Khalil hosted financial experts to discuss the Federal Reserve's recent half-point interest rate cut and its potential impact on the economy and consumers.
May 23, 2024 ~ The second human case of the bird flu has been diagnosed in a farmworker from Michigan. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Michigan's chief medical executive Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian about the outbreak that began in dairy cows, and if we should be concerned about possible spread of the disease.
Covid-19, flu, and RSV infections are rising as people plan holiday get-togethers. What precautions should you take against winter viruses, and what do you need to know? Journalist Khalil Hachem discussed the issue with Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Michigan's chief medical officer. Amy Rencher discussed new state programs for small businesses. She is a senior vice president of small business services with the state of Michigan. Barbara McQuade discussed her new book, Attack From Within, How Disinformation is Sabotaging America. McQuade is a professor at the University of Michigan Law School. She served as the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District in Detroit from 2010 to 2017. The episode was broadcast on Dec. 22, 2023 US Arab Radio can be heard on wnzk 690 AM, WDMV 700 AM, and WPAT 930 AM. Please visit: www.facebook.com/USArabRadio/ Web site : arabradio.us/ Online Radio: www.radio.net/s/usarabradio Twitter : twitter.com/USArabRadio Instagram : www.instagram.com/usarabradio/ Youtube : US Arab Radio
The December 2023 episode of the MiCare Champion Cast, released during National Influenza Vaccination Week, features Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, MD, MPH, FIDSA, chief medical executive for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Dr. Matthew Denenberg, MD, pediatric emergency medicine physician at Corewell Health. Throughout the episode, the two explore vaccine misinformation, common misconceptions and tips for patients and providers to navigate vaccine hesitancy. Bagdasarian, who serves as a cabinet member of Gov. Whitmer, kicks off the episode with a statewide look at routine childhood immunization rates in Michigan. Denenberg, interviewed later in the episode, shares his insight and expertise on pediatric respiratory illness from the hospital perspective. To learn more about the 2023-2024 flu season, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/season/faq-flu-season-2023-2024.htm To ensure everyone in the family is up-to-date on routine immunizations, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents/index.html To find a vaccine nearby, visit Vaccines.gov. To learn more about MDHHS, visit: https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs To learn more about Corewell Health, visit: https://corewellhealth.org/
State Public Health Officials Dr. Umair Shah, Dr. Joseph Kanter, and Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, discuss the public health impacts of climate change; Carolyn Mullen, ASTHO Senior Vice President of Government Affairs and Public Relations, discusses hot topics on Capitol Hill this week including a new deadline in Congress and CDC reform; and an ASTHO Blog Article outlines plans developed by ASTHO members to improve coverage, access, and health equity for Medicaid beneficiaries with waivers to section 1115 of the Social Security Act. ASTHO Deskside Briefing: ASTHO Officials Discuss Health Effects of Climate Change ASTHO Blog Article: Addressing Health-Related Social Needs through 1115 Demonstrations
Adrianna Evans, ASTHO's Director of Preparedness and Disability Integration, says cybersecurity is an emerging topic in preparedness planning; Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive for the State of Michigan, explains that suicide prevention is a year-round effort; an ASTHO webinar outlines how data equity can help improve maternal and infant health outcomes; and ASTHO has a full list of resources related to 2022 Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Pain. ASTHO Webpage: Preparedness Policy Highlights for Trending Public Health Threats American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: National Suicide Prevention Week ASTHO Webpage: Supporting Mental Health: Addressing a New Public Health Crisis ASTHO Webpage: The Youth Mental Health Crisis: States Invest in Suicide Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention Strategies ASTHO Webinar: Advancing Maternal Health with Data Equity ASTHO Webpage: CDC Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Pain, 2022: Resources for Decision-Makers
August 18, 2023 ~ Lloyd Jackson, 'JR Morning Co-Host talks to Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Chief Medical Executive about the importance of getting kids vaccinated before the start of school.
Journalist Khalil Hachem discussed the new Novel with Aisha Abdel Gawad. Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Michigan's chief medical executive, discussed the threat of diseases from Mosquito bites. Some infected mosquitos have already been detected this year. The state is urging residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites. What are the best ways to protect ourselves? The episode was broadcast on June 16, 2023 US Arab Radio can be heard on wnzk 690 AM, WDMV 700 AM, and WPAT 930 AM. Please visit: www.facebook.com/USArabRadio/ Web site : arabradio.us/ Online Radio: www.radio.net/s/usarabradio Twitter : twitter.com/USArabRadio Instagram : www.instagram.com/usarabradio/ Youtube : US Arab Radio
Dr. Somava Saha, Founder and CEO of We in the World, shares a framework to help public health officials create health equity; Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive for the State of Michigan, explains how Michigan has reduced health disparities; an ASTHO blog article discusses the role of public health disease intervention specialists in disease investigation; and ASTHO has a job website listing open positions. Pathways to Population Health Equity- Home Page Pathways to Population Health Equity Framework Racial health disparities in Michigan declined according to COVID task force report A Look at a Critical Player in Public Health, Disease Intervention Specialists Careers at ASTHO
Journalist Khalil Hachem discussed the power of being thankful with Wissam Bazzi, business and personal consultant and executive performance coach and speaker. First Lieutenant Mike Shaw, Public Information Officer for the Michigan State Police, discussed safety during the holiday season. Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive with the state of Michigan, discussed the triple epidemic flu, covid and RSV, and the need for vaccines. The episode was broadcast on November 18,2022 US Arab Radio can be heard on wnzk 690 AM, WDMV 700 AM, and WPAT 930 AM. Please visit: www.facebook.com/USArabRadio/ Web site : arabradio.us/ Online Radio: www.radio.net/s/usarabradio Twitter : twitter.com/USArabRadio Instagram : www.instagram.com/usarabradio/ Youtube : US Arab Radio
Author and New York Times Magazine contributing writer Linda Villarosa discusses her new book "Under the Skin," about how racism affects personal health. Then, Michigan Chief Medical Executive Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian discusses Monkeypox and how to be safe from it.
Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive for the state of Michigan, shares what you need to know about the new omicron BA.5 subvariant, as well as the best practices for protecting against COVID-19 throughout this summer. GUEST: Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive for Michigan —— Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Music in this episode is by Blue Dot Sessions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter talks about his State of the County speech and transit advocates who felt snubbed by his brief mention of the issue. And Michigan Chief Medical Executive Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian says COVID is not done with Michigan yet.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has issued some new guidance around the COVID-19 pandemic. The new guidelines are meant to help folks make personal health decisions around masking and social distancing during this apparent break in the pandemic. Today, we talk to Michigan's chief medical executive about the new guidelines and how the state is changing its pandemic response, two years in. GUEST: Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, chief medical executive for the state of Michigan Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Music by Blue Dot Sessions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 17, 2022 ~ The Chief Medical Executive for the State of Michigan tells Paul they have changed the mask guidance for the State of Michigan and they are now letting residents make their own decisions on whether to wear a mask in public.
Dr. Bagdasarian, the state's top doctor, gives a positive update on Michigan's pandemic numbers and what comes next. And The Atlantic's Zachary D. Carter talks about why Democrats aren't willing to take more credit for the economy.
Chief Medical Executive for the State of Michigan Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian joins us to talk about where we are in the fight against the Omicron variant of COVID-19, why the state case count numbers are becoming less accurate, and why that's okay.
MichMash hosts Jake Neher and Cheyna Roth talk with the state's top doctor Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian about the omicron surge, which is pushing Michigan's healthcare systems to their limits.
MichMash hosts Jake Neher and Cheyna Roth talk with the state's top doctor Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian about the omicron surge, which is pushing Michigan's healthcare systems to their limits.
Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian is Michigan's chief medical executive, and she is not pleased with how the state is doing right now, especially when it comes to vaccines. She talked with 9&10's Eric Lloyd about where we stand with infections, variants, hospitalizations and vaccinations.
December 4, 2021 ~ Ann and Veronica examine the new childhood COVID vaccine, with all the info parents need to know. Guests include Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Chief Medical Executive Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Executive Director of the National Social Norms Center at Michigan State University Dr. Dennis Martell, and Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Professor of Pediatrics Dr. Hank Bernstein.
November 3, 2021 ~ Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Chief Medical Executive for the State of Michigan, talks with Guy Gordon about the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine being available for children between the age 5-11.
November 3, 2021 ~ Full Show. Peter Trumbore, Chair of the Oakland University Political Science Department breaks down some of last night's big races nationwide and what they mean for next year's midterm. Senior News Analysts Lloyd Jackson and Chris Renwick update us on some of the local election results. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel discusses a new proposal to put low level nonviolent criminals in well paying jobs to reduced recidivism and Michigan's Chief Medical Executive Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian discusses the COVID vaccine and children,
Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian and Dr. Emily Toth Martin talk about which direction the pandemic is heading in Michigan as we head into the winter months and kids 5-11 years old start to get vaccinated.
As part of its community service and support of the local and national efforts to vaccinate the public, US Arab Radio is declaring October, Covid-19 Vaccine awareness month. The battle of awareness has become imperative for the success of efforts made to confront the pandemic. The campaign, dubbed the Vaccine of Hope aims to explain the importance of the vaccine as a vehicle to safety and normality. US Arab Radio, its digital platform, and social media will host an array of medical experts, doctors, and public officials to diffuse false information about the vaccine and highlight its benefits and safety. On October 15th, Journalist Adel Mozip hosted Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, newly appointed State of Michigan Medical Chief Executive by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian is an infectious disease specialist in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She received her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and has been in practice between 11-20 years. The episode was broadcast: 15/10/2021 US Arab Radio can be heard on wnzk 690 AM, WDMV 700 AM, and WPAT 930 AM. Please visit: www.facebook.com/USArabRadio/ Web site : arabradio.us/ Online Radio: www.radio.net/s/usarabradio Twitter : twitter.com/USArabRadio Instagram : www.instagram.com/usarabradio/ Youtube : US Arab Radio
In this hour Stephen Henderson speaks with physicians Dr. John Mills and Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian about misinformation regarding the coronavirus. Plus, author John U Bacon on his new book about coaching the worst high school hockey team in the country.