by Robyn Seamon | May 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
As COVID-19 Vaccination rates continue to decrease, we must do everything possible to increase vaccine confidence and see as many people vaccinated as quickly as possible. In our rural populations, where surveys show hesitancy is greatest, providing culturally...
by Robyn Seamon | Dec 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
2020 has been an extremely challenging year for almost everyone across the globe. Last year at this time, we were hearing rumors of a new Coronavirus which was wreaking havoc in China. Most of us never dreamed it would arrive in the United States, much less spread...
by Robyn Seamon | Aug 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
Early Days of Pandemic In March, when the COVID-19 pandemic began spreading nationwide, measures were put in place to mitigate the horrendous effects of the virus. Except for essential businesses, most businesses closed. A record number of schools transitioned to a...
by Robyn Seamon | Jul 2, 2020 | Uncategorized
The Goal of Public Health The goal of public health is to prevent people from getting sick or injured. Unlike most health care where the focus is on treating people after they develop a medical condition, public health has always been about protecting the public,...
by Robyn Seamon | Mar 4, 2020 | Uncategorized
Understanding Appalchian Culture to Improve Health Outcomes I have always had a deep love for the Appalachian region. Little did I know when I took an Introduction to Appalachia Course to meet a general education requirement for a Bachelor of Science degree in...