Immunization: A Cornerstone of Public Health
In-depth analysis on state health policy surrounding immunization. This is part of ASTHO's annual legislative prospectus series.
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Celebrating 80 Years of ASTHO
In honor of ASTHO’s 80th anniversary, a leadership panel—including CEO Michael Fraser, President Anne Zink, Past President Nirav Shah, and Idaho Commissioner of Health Elke Shaw-Tulloch—discusses the ...
Building a Culture of Care: Art, Quiet, and Animal Therapy
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This post highlights three strategies health department leaders can explore to reduce staff stress and burnout in the office: quiet spaces, art on display, and allowing pets in the office.
Rebuilding Trust in Public Health Through Effective Communications
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Here are some things health officials should consider when developing a strategy to improve trust between health departments and their audiences.
Preparing for and Responding to Infectious Disease Threats Following Hurricanes
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Following a hurricane, the risk of exposure to infectious disease increases due, in part, to the presence of floodwater and debris. Hurricanes may contribute to population displacement and ...
Four Things Public Health Leaders Can Do to Improve Crisis Communications
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Tips for public health leaders to improve crisis communications.
Building a Culture of Care: Showing Appreciation for Your Public Health Team
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As part of ASTHO’s Public Health - Hope, Equity, Resilience, and Opportunity initiative, we are using this post to highlight some acts of thanks for organization leaders and supervisors to consider.
End-of-Year Funding and Policy Package Summary
ASTHO legislative alert, Dec. 20, 2022: End-of-Year Funding and Policy Package Summary
Telehealth and Licensure Policies Improving Healthcare Access for Rural Communities
Recent legislation at both the state and federal levels has significantly affected the ability of healthcare providers to serve patients virtually and across state lines.
Evidence-Based Policies Reduce Flu-Related Illness and Death
During the the 2021-2022 legislative sessions, several states have enacted laws addressing flu prevention efforts.
Public Health and Healthcare Partner to Promote Influenza Vaccination
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In commemoration of National Influenza Vaccination Week ASTHO is highlighting work in Arkansas and South Carolina, where unique collaborations with healthcare and public health have allowed them to ...
The Future of Food Safety Inspections
On this episode of Public Health Review: restaurant inspections go online in South Carolina, how they're working, and what's next as public health makes changes in response to the ...
The Midterm Elections’ Effect on Public Health
Discussing midterm election effects on public health policy and committees.
Ebola Preparedness - Lessons Learned from 2014
On this episode: public health on alert as the Ebola outbreak expands in Uganda; and David Lakey, MD (alumni-TX) tells us about lessons from 2014 when the Ebola virus made its way to Dallas, Texas.