Legal Considerations for Scaling Monkeypox Vaccination Efforts
Public health officials from all levels of government are working to respond to the existing outbreak of monkeypox, while preparing for the potential of more widespread transmission.
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Leveraging State and Federal Policy to Reduce Maternal Illness and Death
There are significant disparities in pregnancy-related outcomes in the United States. Many of these deaths considered preventable, so state and federal policy makers are taking steps to improve ...
Bringing the U.S. Territories Closer to Medicaid Equity
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After years of advocacy, ASTHO and our partners are celebrating the recently signed Consolidated Appropriations Act.
Policies that Reduce Stigma are Critical to Ending the HIV Epidemic
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Supporting policies that reduce HIV stigma and promote health equity is an important public health issue.
A Not-So-Sleepy Summer: Q&A with ASTHO Federal Government Affairs
The ASTHO Federal Government Affairs team answers questions about the work Congress has done for public health so far in 2022.
Midterm Elections: Predictions on Congressional Priorities for Upcoming Session
Midterm Elections: Predictions on Congressional Priorities for Upcoming Session astho, association of state and territorial health officials, public health, opioid crisis, congressional priorities, ...
The Midterm Elections’ Effect on Public Health
Discussing midterm election effects on public health policy and committees.
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.
How Health Officials Can Build Relationships with Members of Congress
A guide for health officials relationships with members of congress.
Strategic Policies Protect Breastfeeding in Workplaces and Schools
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Utah,
Families who wish to breastfeed in the United States often face barriers in workplace and school settings. To address these disparities, federal, state, and territorial governments are adopting ...