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This session focuses on Public Health Informatics and Information Technology. Each of the presentations speak to the use of a different type of information system, but each will improve the deliverey of public health care. The first presentation discusses the need for PHNs to become involved in evidenced-based action plans that generate measurable outcome data. The other three presentations discuss differing types of technology and the rationale for their use. The types of technology discusses are; The Omaha System, NIMS, and Healthshack(a Personal Health Information System).

Session Objectives: 1. Discuss the process used to develop an outcomes measurement program. 2. Describe the federal mandate for the use of electronic health records. 3. Describe the applicability of the NIMS process to individual professional practice. 4. Discuss the use of a Personal Health Information System to reduce healthcare barriers for marginalized groups.

CE Credits: Medical (CME), Health Education (CHES), Nursing (CNE), Public Health (CPH) , Masters Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES)