Legislative Prospectus: Health Equity
In-depth analysis on state health policy surrounding health equity. This is part of ASTHO's annual legislative prospectus series.
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COVID-19 and Beyond: Improving Youth Mental Health Outcomes and Disparities
Utah,
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted both the physical and mental health well-being of youth. Disruptions in both their home and school life have put youth at risk for poor mental health outcomes that ...
Building More Equitable Health, Housing and Human Services Systems Post-Pandemic
Blog,
ACEs,
All too often, work in health, housing, and human services systems is siloed. However, when you move upstream and work together, these industries can address the root causes of health and social ...
Braiding and Layering Funding to Address Supportive Housing
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the intersections of social determinants of health, such as transportation, education, and housing, and their impact on the health of individuals and ...
Building a More Equitable Economy Post-Pandemic
Utah,
Blog,
Economic security and well-being, job stability, access to safe and affordable housing, access to healthy and nutritious foods, and access to resources to manage mental and physical health—all of ...
Factoring Housing Into Federal and State Policies to Improve Community Health
Housing and overall neighborhood conditions significantly influence a community’s health. Housing quality, stability, and affordability also directly impact an individual’s opportunity and ability to ...
Initiating Cross-Sector Partnerships to Advance Population Health
Social determinants of healthcare are the conditions in which people are born, live, work, play, worship, and age. Read how these issues affect population health.
Bridging the Digital Divide in Healthcare to Improve Access to Care
The digital divide in healthcare has created a growing division between communities who have access to digital health technologies and broadband versus those who experience limited access to these ...
Transportation, a Destination in Itself
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, ...
The Impact of Broadband Redlining on Health Equity
Access to quality internet may not be the first thing you think of when you think about health equity, but it is something that impacts many communities. In this interview, ASTHO chats with Craig ...
Financing Community Health Workers Through Medicaid
As the nation grapples with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, community health workers are being recognized for the role they play in improving health outcomes of our most vulnerable communities. In ...
Legislative Prospectus: Rural Health
In-depth analysis on state health policy surrounding rural health. This is part of ASTHO's annual legislative prospectus series.