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OccHealthSci July 2024 Newsletter

  • Shaun McGillis
  • Jul 31, 2024
  • 3 min read

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The latest news, updates, and events from OccHealthSci


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Professional Development


Total Worker Health® Alliance Courses


Total Worker Health® 101: The Basics 

September 11, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Virtual workshop 


The Total Worker Health (TWH) approach brings together policies, programs and practices essential for advancing worker safety, health, and well-being. In this introductory course, participants will learn about:


  • The terms and concepts essential to the TWH approach

  • The five defining TWH elements

  • Effective organizational implementation strategies of a TWH approach

  • Ways to develop applicable next steps 


This virtual training is developed and offered by the Oregon Total Worker Health Alliance which includes Oregon OSHA, SAIF Corporation and the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences, OHSU. Continuing education credit through SHRM is available upon completion of the training. Learn more and register to attend.


OccHealthSci Training Programs


Workplace Mental Health Training for Managers

The Workplace Mental Health Support Training for Managers is a unique training course, designed specifically for leaders and has proven to deliver measurable results that have a lasting impact on employee mental health within organizations like yours.


From now until Dec. 31, 2024, OccHealthSci is offering the training at reduced rates:

 

  • Public/Non-Profit Organizations residing in Oregon: Free - usually $100/seat

  • Public/Non-Profit Organizations outside of Oregon: $50/seat - usually $100

  • Commercial Organizations: $75/seat - usually $150


Additionally, the price for larger organizations with their own learning management system is now $25,000. This option allows you access to the complete training for unlimited use for up to 5 years.  Email supportiveworkplaces@ohsu.edu for more information.


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OccHealthSci Sponsored Programs


Oregon Healthy Workforce Center

The Oregon Healthy Workforce Center extends a call for pilot research project proposals addressing Total Worker Health®. The goal of our pilot project program is to support new and impactful research that advances the OHWC’s theme: Total worker Health intervention effectiveness, translation, and outreach to advance safe and healthy work design. Download the application package to learn more.


Learn more about the Oregon Health Workforce Center, including interventions to improve worker health and other resources, current and past research projects, and other resources.


Occupational Public Health/OR-FACE Program

The Oregon Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation (OR-FACE) Program recently published a whiteboard animation video explaining OR-FACE's toolbox talks. These toolbox talks are intended to promote workplace safety through the engagement of employees on specific safety issues. Toolbox talks also provide guidance on how to address the safety issue to prevent future injuries and fatalities.


Learn more about OR-FACE, including our fatality investigations and toolbox talks, by visiting the OR-FACE website. To download and receive new publications including investigative reports and other OR-FACE publications, please join our mailing list.


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OccHealthSci Research

Stay up to date on the latest basic, clinical, and applied research at OccHealthSci, and learn about our partnerships and community engagement at the Oregon and the Workplace blog.


A framework for protecting and promoting employee mental health through supervisor supportive behaviors 

OccHealthSci Professor Leslie Hammer and colleagues Drs. Jennifer Dimoff, Cynthia Mohr and Shalene Allen co-authored the lead article in the current special issue of the Occupational Health Sciences journal, which focuses on common stressors for workers with chronic health conditions. The article outlines how supportive supervisor behaviors can significantly enhance employee well-being, reduce burnout, and foster social connections essential for mental health. It also highlights the role of training programs aimed at equipping supervisors with skills to recognize and address mental health issues effectively. Read the full article.


From the blog: A group approach to navigating pain for home health workers

Recent research from OccHealthSci’s Dr. Ryan Olson and team suggests that combining safety and ergonomics with cognitive-behavioral strategies can help home care workers manage chronic pain and improve their lives. Read the full blog post.


Determining the minimum number of blood pressure measurements needed to accurately determine blood pressure averages and nighttime blood pressure dipping 

OccHealthSci clinical faculty led by Dr. Leandro C. Brito recently published an article investigating the optimal number of blood pressure readings required to accurately determine average blood pressure and nocturnal dipping status. The findings suggest that a specific number of measurements can enhance diagnostic accuracy, potentially leading to better patient outcomes.Read the full article.


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