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VDH Internship Academy Paves the Way for the Next Generation of Public Health Talent

Learn how the Virginia Department of Health Internship Academy provides real-world experience, fosters workforce development, and offers paid internships that allow participants to focus on their professional growth.

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Public Health Legal Mapping Center: Public Health Infrastructure

Discover how ASTHO is mapping the future of healthcare and public health! From innovative workforce pipeline programs to the strategic use of artificial intelligence, explore the latest state legislation shaping the industry.

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State Policies Aim to Eliminate Food Deserts

Learn how states are working to improve access to healthy foods and eliminate food deserts in this Health Policy Update.
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Legislative Prospectus Series

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Discover the 2025 Legislative Prospectus Series, a collection of briefs highlighting upcoming legislation proposals that impact public health across the states and territories.

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Events & Opportunities

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    Leadership Exchange for Adolescent Health Promotion Plus (LEAHP+) Community of Practice
    The LEAHP+ Community of Practice will support local education agencies and state health and education agencies to work together to improve health education, connect schools to services, and support safe and supportive school environments.
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    Feb 07, 2025
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    Feb

    2025 Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) Leadership Training
    This program will run between March – July 2025 and will allow participants to intentionally focus on leadership skills at personal and organizational levels with supportive training, coaching, and peer interaction with other OD2A colleagues.
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    Feb 24 - Mar 24, 2025
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