Tobacco control has been a public health success in states across the nation, but there is still work to be done, especially surrounding the popularity of menthol and other types of flavored tobacco.
In January 2024, ASTHO sent a letter to President Biden asking for the administration's support in adopting and implementing a federal rule to prohibit the sale of menthol flavored combustible cigarettes.
ASTHO has been exploring how using GIS and data visualization tools can improve traditional public health work. This brief shares several expert use cases for visualizing and integrating environmental health and electronic health ...
Strategies for Accessible Health Care for People with Disabilities Living in Rural Communities Accessible Healthcare for People with Disabilities Association of state and territorial health officials, astho, public health, people with ...
Breastfeeding is a key protective factor against infant and toddler nutrition insecurity and is the ideal source of nutrition for most infants, since it adapts to each child’s unique nutritional needs.
The National School Lunch Program, a federally-assisted meal program run by USDA, has provided millions of children with nutritionally balanced, low-cost or no-cost lunches each school day.
Federal Discussions on Aging Move Center Stage Catherine Jones Reviewing the latest federal discussions on healthy aging policies. As the November elections approach, aging remains a key topic for the candidates themselves as well as for ...
In recognition of American Heart Month, this episode focuses on the important role that community health workers (CHWs) play in Virginia’s statewide approach to addressing health disparities and heart disease, in particular.
ASTHO Urges Increased Investment to Address Growing Obesity Epidemic ARLINGTON, VA—Obesity rates in the United States are on the rise, according to new reports from CDC and Trust for America’s Health. The number of states ...
While COVID-19 remains a top public health priority, the pandemic has also intensified the need for strong tobacco control policies and marketing campaigns. CDC recognizes current or former tobacco users as one of several groups at higher ...
February is Heart Month, a time to not only celebrate our love for others but also the organ that pumps us full of life - yet heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in the U.S. This post is an overview of state ...
Amid so much uncertainty, it might feel naïve to make any claims about what the future holds. But it is in these moments that it becomes more important than ever to have beacons to guide us and give us hope. As we look ahead to 2022, ...
Flavored tobacco policy has changed rapidly over the past few months. In April, FDA announced their intention to implement rules prohibiting the sale of menthol e-cigarettes and flavored cigars, though it may take years until they ...
Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention in the Pacific Territories heart disease, stroke prevention, american heart month, cardiovascular health, chronic disease, pacific territories, environmental infrastructure, disease epidemic, tobacco ...
Engaging Communities Is a Critical Tobacco Control Strategy Community Engagement Tobacco Control, Menthol Cigarette Disparities, Tobacco Control Learning Collaborative, Culturally Tailored Tobacco Interventions, Flavored Tobacco Product ...
States have identified different strategies to implement healthy eating approaches and reduce obesity at the school and community levels, as well as through food labeling at grocery stores and food markets.
Access to quality and reliable transportation is an indispensable aspect of American life. But for too many, social and economic conditions stand in the way. How do residents of Elk County, Kansas—where the nearest hospital is about 70 ...
Hispanic Heritage Month takes place annually from September 15-October 15 to celebrate the history, culture, achievements, and influence of the Hispanic and Latinx community in the U.S. In recognition of this month, ASTHO interviewed one ...