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Explore Metopio's blog for expert insights and the latest trends, case studies, and best practices in data-driven decision-making.
Beyond Birth — A Data-Driven Look at Maternal and Child Health
Maternal and child health doesn’t end at delivery. Metopio’s Heather Blonsky and Annie Elliott share why taking a broader, data-driven view reveals deeper insights and opportunities to support families at every stage of life.
Seeing Rural Communities Clearly — Why Benchmarks Matter in Public Health Data
Rural America deserves more than state or national averages. Metopio’s U.S. rural benchmarks help public health and hospital teams see true local conditions, compare outcomes accurately, and design strategies that reflect real community needs.
5 Things That Should Scare You About Your Community Health Data
Outdated data and messy spreadsheets can derail any Community Health Assessment or CHIP. Learn five common data pitfalls to avoid—and how to keep your next community health plan accurate, efficient, and insight-driven.
Beyond the Spreadsheet: Smarter Community Health Planning with Pre-Loaded Data
Manual spreadsheets can’t keep up with the pace of modern public health. Pre-loaded, validated datasets help teams skip the busywork, trust their data, and focus on what really matters — building stronger, faster strategies for community impact.
Building the Future of Public Health with Shared Intelligence and Purpose-Built AI
Discover how a shared data framework from Metopio’s 2025 ASTHO PHIG Convening empowers state and local health departments to collaborate seamlessly, streamline community assessments, and turn shared insights into measurable, real-time public health impact.
How LPHI and Metopio Are Reimagining Community Health Data
Discover how the Louisiana Public Health Institute (LPHI) is building real-time, equity-driven data infrastructure to strengthen CHAs and CHIPs—integrating EMR data, advancing maternal health insights, and applying AI for faster, actionable results.
The Case for Localized Insights in Public Health
County averages can mask critical health disparities. Learn how localized insights help public health teams uncover neighborhood-level trends, target resources effectively, and create strategies that reflect the true needs of their communities.
Better Health Outcomes Start with Better Data
Public health data is changing fast—sources are shifting, access is tightening, and governance matters more than ever. Learn how a community-driven approach helps teams adapt, plan effectively, and strengthen partnerships amid ongoing data transformation.
Flexible Locals, Focused State: The New Model for Shared Public Health Intelligence
Public health is evolving fast. Learn how a “Flexible Locals, Focused State” model—powered by shared data and automation—helps agencies coordinate across levels, eliminate duplication, and accelerate meaningful health outcomes statewide.
The State of Community Health Data: Local Intelligence in a Changing Landscape
Data gaps can stall progress, but local insight can close them. Learn how Metopio helps public health departments and hospitals strengthen planning, build trust, and drive measurable impact with curated, hyperlocal intelligence.
Why Your CHIP Isn’t Working — and How to Fix It
Too many Community Health Improvement Plans lose momentum after they’re written. Discover why CHIPs stall—and how data, structure, and strategy alignment can turn plans into measurable, lasting community impact.
How AI and Integrated Data Are Empowering Public Health Leaders
At the CSTE Annual Conference, Metopio and public health leaders from Cook and Ottawa Counties shared how AI-driven integration of clinical, community, and surveillance data is transforming CHAs, CHIPs, and decision-making across public health.
How Data Can Improve Maternal Health Outcomes
Maternal health disparities persist nationwide, especially for Black women. Learn how Metopio’s data platform identifies maternal health deserts, reveals risk factors, and guides targeted interventions to improve outcomes for every family.
Is Your Data Strategy Holding You Back? A Checklist for Empowering Smarter Decisions
An outdated data strategy can slow progress and create blind spots. Learn how the right technology and approach help organizations eliminate inefficiencies, unlock insights, and better fulfill their mission.
From Data Frustration to Clarity: Avoiding Common Pitfalls and Unlocking Insights
If data feels like the roadblock to progress, you’re not alone. Learn how organizations can overcome common data challenges—like access, quality, and silos—to move from frustration to informed, strategic action.
Concerned About Losing Access to Critical Health Data? Here’s How to Stay Ahead
Public health teams can’t afford data disruptions. Learn five ways to stay ahead as federal datasets shift—and how Metopio helps hospitals and health departments maintain access to reliable, decision-ready health data.
How the Current RFP Process Can Create Unintended Roadblocks
The traditional RFP process can unintentionally slow innovation. Learn how rethinking procurement with a more flexible, future-focused approach can help public health and healthcare organizations move faster and achieve greater impact.
Bridging Gaps in Public Health - Insights on AI, Innovation, and Partnerships
The Metopio team spent time with our partners on the west coast at the CHEAC Annual Conference and the Washington State Public Health Association (WSPHA) Annual Conference.
AI in Action – Enhancing Public Health Strategies with Human-Centered Technology
The hype of AI and its potential application to public health is no longer hype – and the application has become reality.
3 Key Considerations for Using Inflation-Adjusted Numbers in Data Analysis
Learn three essential considerations for using inflation-adjusted numbers to make accurate comparisons, assess purchasing power, and inform data-driven decisions. Discover how Metopio empowers users with actionable insights.