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View article: So what? Elevating the impact of implementation science
So what? Elevating the impact of implementation science Open
Background Given the substantial public funding of health-related research, tangible benefits of this support must be demonstrated. Implementation science provides actionable methods to enhance population health, reduce health inequities, …
View article: Using implementation mapping to optimize the impact of Universal School meals: a type III hybrid implementation-effectiveness study protocol
Using implementation mapping to optimize the impact of Universal School meals: a type III hybrid implementation-effectiveness study protocol Open
Background Provision of government subsidized school meals at no charge to all students in income-eligible schools (Universal School Meals) is a critical policy approach to address food insecurity and risk for obesity in school-aged childr…
View article: Cluster randomized multilevel intervention for promoting physical activity in rural communities
Cluster randomized multilevel intervention for promoting physical activity in rural communities Open
Introduction Rural areas of the United States have lower levels of physical activity (PA) as compared to their urban and suburban counterparts, leading to higher levels of chronic diseases. The objective of the study was to increase PA in …
View article: Building capacity and equity in implementation science: evaluation of a national mentored training program
Building capacity and equity in implementation science: evaluation of a national mentored training program Open
The approaches used in IS-2 effectively helped mentees gain skills in implementation science, experience mentorship for career development, and establish collaborative networks. The results demonstrate how the field can develop and utilize…
View article: Improving cancer prevention and control through implementing academic-local public health department partnerships – protocol for a cluster-randomized implementation trial using a positive deviance approach
Improving cancer prevention and control through implementing academic-local public health department partnerships – protocol for a cluster-randomized implementation trial using a positive deviance approach Open
Background Local public health departments in the United States are responsible for implementing cancer-related programs and policies in their communities; however, many staff have not been trained to use evidence-based processes, and the …
View article: Adaptation of a digital health intervention for rural adults: application of the Framework for Reporting Adaptations and Modifications-Enhanced
Adaptation of a digital health intervention for rural adults: application of the Framework for Reporting Adaptations and Modifications-Enhanced Open
Introduction Adaptation is a key aspect of implementation science; interventions frequently need adaptation to better fit their delivery contexts and intended users and recipients. As digital health interventions are rapidly developed and …
View article: Toward equity in cultivating a “<i>garden of mentors</i>:” An exploration of networking experiences in an implementation research training program
Toward equity in cultivating a “<i>garden of mentors</i>:” An exploration of networking experiences in an implementation research training program Open
Introduction: The Institute for Implementation Science Scholars (IS-2) is a dissemination and implementation (D&I) science training and mentoring program. A key component of IS-2 is collaborating and networking. To build knowledge on effec…
View article: The 10-year anniversary of the dissemination and implementation models in health interactive webtool: History, refinement, use, and guidance
The 10-year anniversary of the dissemination and implementation models in health interactive webtool: History, refinement, use, and guidance Open
Theories, models, and frameworks (TMFs) are essential tools in dissemination and implementation (D&I) research, yet selecting and applying the most appropriate TMF is routinely a challenge, particularly for those new to the field. To addre…
View article: Designing for dissemination through community advisory board engagement in an implementation mapping process: A case study
Designing for dissemination through community advisory board engagement in an implementation mapping process: A case study Open
Introduction The purpose of this study was to document the development of a Community Advisory Board (CAB) to enhance equitable dissemination of research findings within an implementation mapping study to enhance equitable impact of Univer…
View article: Patient-generated health data: Impact on promoting patient-centered point of care tobacco treatment in patients with cancer
Patient-generated health data: Impact on promoting patient-centered point of care tobacco treatment in patients with cancer Open
Introduction: Guideline-based tobacco treatment is infrequently offered. Electronic health record-enabled patient-generated health data (PGHD) has the potential to increase patient treatment engagement and satisfaction. Methods: We evaluat…
View article: Challenges and Supports for Implementing Health Equity During National Accreditation Among Small Local Health Departments in the United States
Challenges and Supports for Implementing Health Equity During National Accreditation Among Small Local Health Departments in the United States Open
Objective: This article focuses on supports and challenges to health equity that small local health departments (LHDs) experienced while working toward national reaccreditation or Pathways Recognition with the Public Health Accreditation B…
View article: Reaccreditation and Pathways Recognition Experiences of Small Local and Tribal Health Departments
Reaccreditation and Pathways Recognition Experiences of Small Local and Tribal Health Departments Open
Context: This paper describes experiences and views of leadership teams from 4 small local health departments (LHDs) seeking Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) reaccreditation or Pathways Recognition using PHAB Standards & Measures V…
View article: S04-6: INTEGRATE-PA-Pol: A Tool for Assessing Cross-Level Collaboration in HEPA Policies
S04-6: INTEGRATE-PA-Pol: A Tool for Assessing Cross-Level Collaboration in HEPA Policies Open
Purpose The Physical Activity Policy at the National and City Levels Project aimed to develop and test a tool to assess how national and subnational (city and region) governments collaborate to develop and implement health-enhancing physic…
View article: How Context Matters: A Dissemination and Implementation Primer for Global Oncologists
How Context Matters: A Dissemination and Implementation Primer for Global Oncologists Open
The need for a journal of global oncology reflects a growing realization by the oncology community that although evidence behind cancer control strategies may not differ around the globe, the context in which this evidence is applied varie…
View article: Equipping the Public Health Workforce of the Future: Evaluation of an Evidence-Based Public Health Training Delivered Through Academic-Health Department Partnerships
Equipping the Public Health Workforce of the Future: Evaluation of an Evidence-Based Public Health Training Delivered Through Academic-Health Department Partnerships Open
Objective Maintaining a skilled public health workforce is essential but challenging given high turnover and that few staff hold a public health degree. Situating workforce development within existing structures leverages the strengths of …
View article: Closing the gap: advancing implementation science through training and capacity building
Closing the gap: advancing implementation science through training and capacity building Open
In their article on “Navigating the Field of Implementation Science Towards Maturity: Challenges and Opportunities,” Chambers and Emmons describe the rapid growth of implementation science along with remaining challenges. A significant gap…
View article: Usability Testing of a Web Tool for Dissemination and Implementation Science Models
Usability Testing of a Web Tool for Dissemination and Implementation Science Models Open
Dissemination and Implementation science is dedicated to increasing the speed of evidence-based research translated into practice as guided by one or multiple D&I theories, models, and frameworks. The Dissemination and Implementation Model…
View article: Reimagining Public Health: Mapping A Path Forward
Reimagining Public Health: Mapping A Path Forward Open
The COVID-19 pandemic and other ongoing public health challenges have highlighted deficiencies in the US public health system. The United States is in a unique moment that calls for a transformation that builds on Public Health 3.0 and its…
View article: Implementation processes of social network interventions for physical activity and sedentary behavior among children and adolescents: a scoping review
Implementation processes of social network interventions for physical activity and sedentary behavior among children and adolescents: a scoping review Open
Background The characteristics of the implementation process of interventions are essential for bridging the gap between research and practice. This scoping review aims to identify the implementation process of social network interventions…
View article: The Impact of Behavior Change Counseling Delivered via a Digital Health Tool Versus Routine Care Among Adolescents With Obesity: Pilot Randomized Feasibility Study
The Impact of Behavior Change Counseling Delivered via a Digital Health Tool Versus Routine Care Among Adolescents With Obesity: Pilot Randomized Feasibility Study Open
Background Youth overweight and obesity is a public health crisis and increases the risk of poor cardiovascular health (CVH) and chronic disease. Health care providers play a key role in weight management, yet few tools exist to support pr…
View article: Revisiting <i>The Future of Public Health</i>: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Revisiting <i>The Future of Public Health</i>: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Open
Revisiting The Future of Public Health: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Ross C. Brownson PhD, and Paul C. Erwin MD, DrPH Affiliation Ross C. Brownson is with the Prevention Research Center at the Brown School and the Division of Public Hea…
View article: Effectively communicating with local policymakers: a randomized trial of policy brief dissemination to address obesity
Effectively communicating with local policymakers: a randomized trial of policy brief dissemination to address obesity Open
Introduction Evidence-based policies are a powerful tool for impacting health and addressing obesity. Effectively communicating evidence to policymakers is critical to ensure evidence is incorporated into policies. While all public health …