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Health Policy Update

Every week ASTHO's State Health Policy and Federal Government Affairs teams examine trends and developments in public health law. These pieces, collectively called Health Policy Update, are a regular feature on ASTHO's blog. The posts explore a wide range of topics through both a legislative and regulatory lens.

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From the Chief Medical Officer: Preventing Respiratory Disease Spread with Less Authority, More Influence

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Centering the Community’s Voice in State-Led Health Equity Initiatives

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Public Health Thank You Day 2023

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ASTHO’s Fall 2023 Capitol Hill Recap

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TEFCA: A Better User Experience for Exchanging Public Health Data

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Taking Action to Include a Disability Perspective in the Public Health Workforce

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How States Can Leverage JUUL Settlement Funds to Promote Public Health

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How Equity Fellows Impact Health Agencies

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Advice for Engaging a Legislature: Eight Testimony Tips for Public Health Leaders

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Strategies to Include Maternal and Child Health in Emergency Planning

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From the Chief Medical Officer: Public Health Approaches to Healthy Aging and Brain Health

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Infant Mental Health Policies Critical for Long-Term Well-Being

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