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State and Territorial Caregiver Wellness Policies May Reduce Adverse Childhood Experiences

Blog,
ACEs,
Guam,

People exposed to adverse childhood experiences are at risk for negative physical and/or mental health outcomes, substance use disorders, and unfavorable social outcomes in adulthood. One known risk factor for ACEs is caregiver stress, ...

Placemaking Begets Youth Sports, Promoting Healthier Communities

Blog,
ACEs,

Creating community gathering spaces, or placemaking, has garnered considerable attention in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Youth sports is an important outgrowth of placemaking as they can be a protective factor in preventing ACEs and ...

Courts Consider Whether State Vaccination Laws Must Include a Religious Exemption

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During the 2022 state legislative sessions, at least 20 states considered bills that would require a religious exemption to a vaccine requirement. As state legislatures continue considering vaccine protocols for COVID-19, HPV, and other ...

Public Health and the Courtroom: How Health Officials Become Involved With Lawsuits

Blog,
Ohio,
Utah,

As leaders of their state agency, state and territorial health officials can be named parties in lawsuits alleging that an action taken by a public health agency was unlawful. These officials are typically sued in their “official ...

Jurisdictions Seek to Modernize Vital Records Systems

Blog,
Iowa,

State issued documents, such as birth certificates, are often required to navigate daily life. Vital records policy is a complex and evolving issue with many of the processes and procedures left to jurisdictional policy-makers.

States Using Policy to Remove Barriers to HIV Testing

Blog,
STIs,
HIV,

National HIV Testing Day is observed each year on June 27, the goal is to encourage people to get tested and know their HIV status. Recent legislation on this topic speaks to its prioritization and importance; themes include: consent for ...

Approaching Summer, States Ramping Up Water Protections

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As the weather warms, state and territorial health agencies prepare to address a rise in public health risks associated with recreational water activities, such as water-related injury, drowning, waterborne disease outbreaks, and exposure ...

As Families Seek More Work / Life Balance, States Consider Leave Policies

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An ASTHO blog article on leave policies to support better work/life balance.