Using evidence in health promotion in local government: contextual realities and opportunities

2013 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 72-75 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tahna Lee Pettman ◽  
Rebecca Armstrong ◽  
Ben Pollard ◽  
Rachel Evans ◽  
Amanda Stirrat ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Promotion ◽  
Local Government

scholarly journals Pendekatan Multilevel Sebagai Upaya Meningkatkan Pemberian ASI Eksklusif

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 45
Author(s):  
Nur Khamidah ◽  
Yayi Suryo Prabandari ◽  
Detty Siti Nurdiati
Keyword(s):  
Health Promotion ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Exclusive Breastfeeding ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Research Result ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Health Promotion Program ◽  
Multilevel Approach ◽  
Promotion Program

Increasing exclusive breastfeeding effort was continued in Jember district. Local government collaborates with USAID to increase breastfeeding promotion program. Health promotion program used multilevel approach. This study aimed to evaluate exclusive breastfeeding program and impact program to increasing breastfeeding in Jember district. This study method used cross sectional study in two population with mix method approach (qualitative and quantitative). Collecting qualitative data was using participative observation, indepth interview and focus group discussion to describing program. Collecting quantitative data was using questionare to evaluate impact program in two populations (120 respondent program and 125 respondent non program). Data was analyzed by open code in qualitative data. To analyzed quantitative data was used chi square.  The research result shows that Health promotion program increased exclusive breastfeeding was using multilevel approach. In top level, implementation of the program was regulation government policy number 17, 2013 about save childbirth, initiation breastfeeding and exclusive breastfeeding. In the middle level implementing program by Jember health department and local government clinic through peer breastfeeding support, mother pregnant class and promote by midwife. Lower level evaluation result was that two population program and non program have different significant. Population who give program have 2,4 higher OR value in exclusive breastfeeding than population not give the program. Based on this research it can be concluded that multilevel approach can used to increasing exclusive breastfeeding until six month. Government support was needed to successful program.

Reviewing public policy for promoting population oral health in Victoria, Australia (2007–12)

2016 ◽  
Vol 40 (1) ◽  
pp. 19
Author(s):  
Adina Y. Heilbrunn-Lang ◽  
Lauren M. Carpenter ◽  
Seona M. Powell ◽  
Susan L. Kearney ◽  
Deborah Cole ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Promotion ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Local Government ◽  
Community Health ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Health Plans ◽  
Oral Health Promotion ◽  
Ottawa Charter ◽  
Policy And Planning

Objective Government policy and planning set the direction for community decisions related to resource allocation, infrastructure, services, programs, workforce and social environments. The aim of the present study was to examine the policy and planning context for oral health promotion in Victoria, Australia, over the period 2007–12. Methods Key Victorian policies and plans related to oral health promotion in place during the 2007–12 planning cycle were identified through online searching, and content analysis was performed. Inclusion of oral health (and oral health-related) promotion initiatives was assessed within the goals, objectives and strategies sections of each plan. Results Six of the 223 public health plans analysed (3%) included oral health ‘goals’ (including one plan representing nine agencies). Oral health was an ‘objective’ in 10 documents. Fifty-six plan objectives, and 70 plan strategies related to oral health or healthy eating for young children. Oral health was included in municipal plans (44%) more frequently than the other plans examined. Conclusion There is a policy opportunity to address oral health at a community level, and to implement population approaches aligned with the Ottawa Charter that address the social determinants of health. What is known about the topic? Poor oral health is a significant global health concern and places a major burden on individuals and the healthcare system, affecting approximately 50% of all children and 75%–95% of adults in Australia. The Ottawa Charter acknowledges the key role of policy in improving the health of a population; however, little is known about the policy emphasis placed on oral health by local government, primary care partnerships and community health agencies in Victoria, Australia. What does this paper add? This is a review of oral health content within local government (municipal) and community health plans in Victoria, Australia. What are the implications for practitioners? The findings identify several opportunities for public health and community health practitioners and policy makers to place greater emphasis on prevention and improvement of the oral health of Victorians through policy development.

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