Health Action Alliance

Don't miss your chance to RSVP! Join us next week, Wednesday, July 24, at 1 p.m. ET, for a virtual summit to explore how poor air quality affects employee health — and learn ways to protect your workforce from the impacts of wildfires, drought, dust, and other air quality threats. This summit will cover how to identify risks, adjust work practices, ensure employee safety, use technology to monitor air quality, and more practical tips to handle indoor and outdoor air quality challenges in the workplace. RSVP today: https://lnkd.in/g2tHC2Xf Featured Speakers: • David Michaels, Former Assistant Secretary of Labor of Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health, The George Washington University- Milken Institute School of Public Health • Lisa Patel, MD, MESc, Executive Director, Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health • Sohini Stone, Chief Medical Officer for Global Employee Health, Google • Elizabeth Lien, Senior Director, Federal Climate Policy and Subnational Programs, World Wildlife Fund This summit is sponsored by America Is All In and is the second in a series introducing the National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health, a group of health and science experts and business leaders dedicated to empowering employers to protect their workers from climate-related health risks. The National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health was created by the Health Action Alliance in partnership with Mercer and with strategic input from the CDC Foundation. Additional support for the initiative is being provided by Elevance Health and The Hartford.

U.S. Business Action to End HIV is excited to present Kevin Host, PharmD as this month's "Leading By Example" business leader. Host is the Senior Vice President of Pharmacy at Walmart, and in this interview, he discusses the critical role businesses play in combating HIV and shares ways to get involved, highlighting Walmart’s accomplishments as an example. Visit the Health Action Alliance website to read Host's full interview and see previous "Leading By Example" spotlights: https://lnkd.in/grguVHPq  #HIV #EndHIV

"Leading By Example," a monthly series from U.S. Business Action to End HIV, has returned to spotlight Marcus Wilson, Senior Director of Community Engagement and Patient Advocacy, U.S. Virology at Gilead Sciences. Marcus W. is an inspiring business leader, and we’re excited to highlight him in this series. He provides valuable insight into taking action on HIV, explaining why businesses must address this issue and how the U.S. Business Action to End HIV coalition is making a difference. Visit the Health Action Alliance website to read Wilson’s full interview: https://lnkd.in/gD3xdBfG #HIV #EndHIV

Join the Health Action Alliance for a virtual summit on Wednesday, July 24, at 1 p.m. ET to explore how poor air quality affects employee health — and learn ways to protect your workforce from the impacts of wildfires, drought, dust, and other air quality threats. This one-hour summit will cover: • Key safety measures to protect employees in various work settings (outdoors, indoors, transportation, etc.) • Best practices to train staff to recognize signs of air quality-related illness and promote a culture of safety • How to gain leadership buy-in for protecting employees against illness and injury caused by poor air quality • Strategies to assess risk and adapt operations to ensure business continuity and worker productivity  • Technological innovations that can aid in early detection of air pollution-related health risks among workers • How to leverage public-private partnerships to respond to air quality-related challenges in the workplace • Important air quality and policy trends to monitor RSVP today: https://lnkd.in/gvq5VuWv Featured Speakers: • Elizabeth Lien, Senior Director, Federal Climate Policy and Subnational Programs, World Wildlife Fund • David Michaels, Former Assistant Secretary of Labor of Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health, The George Washington University- Milken Institute School of Public Health • Lisa Patel, MD, MESc, Executive Director, Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health • Sohini Stone, Chief Medical Officer for Global Employee Health, Google This summit is sponsored by America Is All In and is the second in a series introducing the National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health, a group of health and science experts and business leaders dedicated to empowering employers to protect their workers from climate-related health risks. The National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health was created by the Health Action Alliance in partnership with Mercer and with strategic input from the CDC Foundation. Additional support for the initiative is being provided by Elevance Health and The Hartford.

As temperatures across the U.S. soar to dangerous levels during the ongoing, record-breaking heat wave, employers need to take extra precautions to protect their workers. To help you take action, our partners at Public Health Communications Collaborative developed a new #BeatTheHeat toolkit, complete with expert advice, social graphics, and sample posts, in both English and Spanish. Access your free download here: https://lnkd.in/ecCKKAfU

In the ongoing H5N1 bird flu outbreak, agricultural producers such as poultry, dairy, and livestock farmers are at higher risk of infection. Our partners at the Public Health Communications Collaborative (PHCC) have developed a new guide to help employers protect their workers, their businesses, and the people in their communities from H5N1 bird flu, with advice about: — Transmission — Symptoms — Proper PPE — Communications — and Financial Assistance Access your free copy of "What to know and do about H5N1 Bird Flu," and learn more about the disease and its health risks here: https://lnkd.in/gRKw7taA

The Health Action Alliance acknowledges OSHA's proposed rule to protect workers from extreme heat — but with record temperatures this summer, it's crucial for employers to implement heat safety measures now. Our National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health offers comprehensive tip sheets for both employers and workers to ensure immediate action and preparedness for the upcoming OSHA standard. Download these essential resources today. #ClimateWorkforceHealth

Did you know that nearly 4 in 10 people in America live in places with unhealthy levels of air pollution? Productivity loss due to air pollution-related injuries is estimated to result in financial losses as large as $22.8 billion nationally each year. Join us for a virtual summit on Wednesday, July 24, at 1 p.m. ET to examine the impact of poor air quality on employee health — and learn ways to protect your workforce ahead of spikes in air pollution due to wildfires, drought, dust and other climate-related factors. The one-hour summit will feature a panel of diverse experts who will address the challenges of poor air quality and share ways to reduce its harmful effects on employees. Participants will join in interactive discussions and learn effective ways to evaluate risks and ensure a safer workplace amidst changing climate conditions. RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gvq5VuWv Featured Speakers: • David Michaels, Former Assistant Secretary of Labor of Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health, The George Washington University- Milken Institute School of Public Health • Lisa Patel, MD, MESc, Executive Director, Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health • Sohini Stone, Chief Medical Officer for Global Employee Health, Google This summit is sponsored by America Is All In and is the second in a series introducing the National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health, a group of health and science experts and business leaders dedicated to empowering employers to protect their workers from climate-related health risks. The National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health was created by the Health Action Alliance in partnership with Mercer and with strategic input from the CDC Foundation. Additional support for the initiative is being provided by Elevance Health and The Hartford.

Today is National HIV Testing Day — a landmark day observed each year to raise awareness about the importance of HIV testing and early diagnosis. An estimated one in eight people with HIV in the U.S. is unaware of their status, and the only way to know your status — and get the treatment you need to keep yourself and your partners healthy — is to get tested. We recently asked industry leaders and experts why it is important for businesses to promote HIV testing among their employees. Check out their insightful responses, including the need to invest in a healthier workforce and an inclusive work environment: https://lnkd.in/gRt2qz6f Your company can make a significant impact. Join the effort to end the HIV epidemic by becoming part of the U.S. Business Action to End HIV. We provide free tools and events to help educate workers, fight stigma, build connections, and improve access to HIV testing, prevention, and treatment services on National HIV Testing Day, and year-round. #HIVTestingDay #HIV

Our Co-Founder and CEO, Steven Levine, had the pleasure of attending the Aspen Ideas: Health festival last week and connecting with phenomenal partners like the CDC Foundation. Thank you, CDC Foundation, for featuring Steven in this video and highlighting the Health Action Alliance’s essential work uniting employers and public health experts to build a stronger, healthier workforce.