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A decade of progress in academic/practice linkages.
1Public Health Foundation, Washington, DC, USA.
Journal of Public Health Management and Practice : JPHMP
|March 21, 2000
Summary
Public health academic and practice linkages have improved, with increased integration into teaching and research. Further efforts are needed to fully realize the potential of these collaborations.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Academic Practice Linkages
Background:
- Recommendations for expanding academic/practice linkages were released nearly a decade ago.
- The Public Health Faculty/Agency Forum initiated a national effort to strengthen these connections.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess progress in academic/practice linkages within public health.
- To identify areas requiring continued effort and enhancement.
- To discuss strategies for improving future collaborations.
Main Methods:
- Review of progress made in academic/practice linkages.
- Analysis of areas needing further development.
- Exploration of potential strategies for enhancement.
Main Results:
- The academic community has integrated public health practice into teaching, research, and service.
- Progress has been made, but continuing efforts are still needed.
Conclusions:
- Academic and practice linkages in public health have seen advancements.
- Sustained focus and strategic initiatives are essential for further enhancement.