As Families Seek More Work / Life Balance, States Consider Leave Policies
An ASTHO blog article on leave policies to support better work/life balance.
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State Policy Can Reduce Systemic Racism in Public Health
Ohio,
In 2020 and early 2021, state policymakers took action to raise awareness of the impacts of racism on health outcomes, to reverse the damage of racist polices, and to implement policy changes to ...
State, Federal Policies Increase Virtual Access to Behavioral Health Care
Blog,
Ohio,
Examining state and federal policies to increase access to tele behavioral health services.
States’ Food, Housing, and Transportation Initiatives Aim to Reduce Health Disparities
Considerable evidence supports the connection between housing, food security, transportation and health outcomes, so states are implementing policies to build healthy environments that ensure ...
Cross-Agency Approaches to Substance Use Disorder Prevention and Treatment: National Recommendations
Ohio,
This report highlights recommendations for structuring and advancing cross-agency approaches to substance use disorder prevention and treatment.
States Consider Role of COVID-19 Vaccination for School Enrollment
Iowa,
Ohio,
Utah,
This week might have marked the beginning of summer, but many policymakers and health officials have their eye on the upcoming school year and what that might mean in terms of getting students ...
State Actions on COVID-19 Vaccine Verification
Iowa,
As the number of COVID-19 vaccinations grows, some states are looking at their vaccination rates to determine when to loosen measures that mitigate the spread of COVID-19, such as venue capacity ...
The New Frontier of Digital Proximity Tracing
The New Frontier of Digital Proximity Tracing Association of state and territorial health officials, astho, public health, covid-19, contact tracing, case investigation, public health surveillance, ...
Creating Incentives to Improve Lifestyle for a Healthier Heart
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 ...
Jurisdictions Moving Many ASTHO Essential Tobacco Control Policies Forward
Guam,
Iowa,
Over the past several years, states and jurisdictions have continued to implement important policies to reduce tobacco and nicotine use, including increasing tobacco prices, expanding areas deemed ...
Breastfeeding Equity Through Community Engagement
Ohio,
Utah,
In this infographic, ASTHO highlights some of the biggest takeaways, successes, and data collected from the Breastfeeding Learning Community.
16 Key Considerations for Drive-Through or Mobile Testing
Blog,
Ohio,
Utah,
16 recommendations for states as they set up mobile and drive-through COVID-19 test sites.
States and Territories Strengthening Infection Prevention and Control Policies
Guam,
While largely preventable, healthcare-associated infections are the most common complication of hospital care, are a leading cause of death in the United States, and increased significantly during ...
Recent Federal and State Actions to Limit Flavored Tobacco Products
Restrictions on flavored tobacco and nicotine products, including menthol, may reduce sales and reduce the number of new users.
State/Territorial Policy Considerations for Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences
ACEs,
Ohio,
ASTHO staff identified a range of evidence-supported policies considered by state legislatures that could prevent ACEs. This report synthesizes these research and policy proposals and is intended for ...