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ASTHO is seeking non-funded state/territorial health agency participation in an early brain development technical assistance program. Applications are due by 5 pm EST on March 15, 2019.
States are invited to apply for a learning community of practice on Advancing Public Health Surveillance and Electronic Case Reporting (eCR). Applications are due Feb. 25, 2019.
ASTHO’s guidebook, Leading Public Health Practice Through Health Informatics and Technology, provides additional information on achieving bidirectional data exchange and preparing for eCR adoption and implementation.
This ASTHOReport examines adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and housing stability legislation during the 2018 session.
These customizable factsheets were designed to show the impact of STD program funding on disease burden and associated medical costs.
This ASTHOReport outlines recommendations from public health leaders in connecting behavioral and public health systems through partnerships, financing, data and policy.
This ASTHOBrief describes how Pennsylvania and Virginia advanced regulatory measures to address substance use disorder prevention and treatment with a focus on opioid prescribing practices and provider education.
Region I and II state and territorial health officials developed this resource on opioid prevention and treatment best practices. This report is the culmination of a year-long multidisciplinary committee, chaired by Monica Bharel (SHO-MA), working with ASTHO as part of the 2017-2018 President’s Challenge.
Learn more about the 2019 ASTHO President's Challenge and how you can help play a major role in building healthy communities.
A yearly initiative of ASTHO to improve population health through the work of state public health agencies.
Join your colleagues and participate in various discussion topics on my.ASTHO, ASTHO's collaboration and discussion platform. ASTHO members can access the platform here.
As Awareness Around the Importance of Social Determinants of Health and Health Equity Increases, State Legislation Follows Suit
Policymakers are increasingly recognizing evidence regarding the role that the social determinants of health play in shaping individual and community wellness, health outcomes, and healthcare spending. Public health officials are well positioned to advance population health by creating policy, building partnerships across sectors, and advocating for community-defined priorities. State legislatures are also becoming increasingly active in this space.
Matters of the Heart and Mind
Many of the activities that protect our hearts also protect our minds. This is particularly true for heart health. We’ve known for some time that preventive and medical interventions can reduce the risk of strokes. However, recent studies have shown that lifestyle modifications and medical treatments are associated with slowing cognitive impairment and lowering the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
Measles Outbreaks and School Exclusions: Public Health’s Authority to Protect Children and Stop the Spread of Disease
As they work to improve the health of tomorrow, today’s public health officials are increasingly occupied with the diseases of yesterday. For example, cases of measles, a highly contagious disease that was once a constant presence in the United States, have increased over the past several years, despite the ready availability of a highly effective vaccine (i.e., the MMR vaccine).
Feb 27-28, 2019
Multi-day event.
Feb 27, 2019
3:30pm - 4:30pm ET
Feb 28, 2019
2:00pm - 3:00pm ET