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ASTHO is the national nonprofit association representing and supporting state and territorial health officials and their agencies. 

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Teen Dating Violence

 

Evidence-based programs are key to addressing this growing problem.

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Public Health In the News

HHS Awards $372 Million in Prevention and Wellness Grants to 44 Communities Around the Nation
HHS today announced awards of more than $372 million to 44 communities, to support public health efforts to reduce obesity and smoking, increase physical activity and improve nutrition. | HHS

FDA intends to award contracts to state agencies for tobacco control
States and territories are expected to have a crucial role to play when the 1996 final rule restricting the sale and marketing of cigarettes and smokeless tobacco to underage youth is reissued by March 22. | Federal Register

HHS Declares Public Health Emergency for North Dakota Floods
HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius has declared a public health emergency for North Dakota in response to floods affecting the state. | HHS

Statement for National Poison Prevention Week
FDA Committed to Addressing Growing National Prescription Drug Overdose Problem | FDA

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Policy and Advocacy

ASTHO Profile of State Public Health, Volume One A comprehensive baseline report on health agency responsibilities, organization and structure, planning and quality improvement activities, and workforce needs and composition. 

 

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ASTHO is searching for a Director of Infectious Disease. For information about this job and others please visit the Job Bank.

 

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Publications and Tools

Prescription Drug Overdose: State Health Agencies Respond | As prescription drug overdose emerges as a national issue, state health agencies share their perspectives and strategies to combat the problem. Topics discussed include promising practices in prevention and monitoring, as well as the infrastructure, technology, partnerships, and leadership required to reverse this rising trend.