On Dec. 14, 2022 ASTHO released its list of the top ten state public health policy issues to watch in 2023. ... Issues to Watch in 2023
On Dec. 14, 2022 ASTHO released its list of the top ten state public health policy issues to watch in ...
This interview is part of ASTHO’s Leadership Trailblazers series, which shares outstanding public health leaders’ inspirations, motivations, and accomplishments. This post features Donna Levin, JD, former executive director of the Network ...
The Louisiana Department of Health launched an employee mentorship program in 2021. Two members of LDH discuss the program, which has been a huge success despite launching during the COVID-19 pandemic. ... also wanted to recognize and ...
The statistics of who is dying from COVID-19 paint a glaring picture and highlight the ever-growing health disparities that exist in communities of color. These health disparities have become a focus area for Congress during COVID-19 ...
In the background of the COVID-19 pandemic, cases of viral hepatitis continue to rise at alarming rates across the United States. Data from CDC highlights a 133% rise in cases of acute hepatitis C infection from 2012-2019 and new case ...
Performance management systems can help public health agencies improve outcomes but choosing the right one can be tricky. Check out these tips to find the right system. ... tools and support. VMSG Dashboard emphasizes public health ...
States have identified different strategies to implement healthy eating approaches and reduce obesity at the school and community levels, as well as through food labeling at grocery stores and food markets. ... type 2 diabetes, food ...
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children is a targeted public health nutrition program designed to support nutrition and health behaviors that reach low-income families. The program is funded through ...
During the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccine hesitancy has increased because of misinformation and disinformation spreading across social and traditional media platforms, targeting vulnerable and underserved communities, and further stalling ...
This brief highlights how both states are using the Health in All Policies framework to address systemic racism and social inequity between populations of different racial and ethnic groups. ... prioritizing racial equity as a key ...
This brief discusses the roles state primary care offices (PCOs) have in addressing primary care transformation. ... assistance to providers and communities applying to the HRSA National Health Service Corps program, which awards ...
Federal Discussions on Aging Move Center Stage
Catherine Jones
Reviewing the latest federal discussions on healthy aging policies.
As the November elections approach, aging remains a key topic for the candidates themselves as well as for ...
The importance of having designated time for staff to connect, grow, develop and share has always been the driving force behind the decision to host “ASTHO Week,” a three-and-a-half daylong all-staff convening every quarter. Given our ...
Over the past twenty years, the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events and natural disasters have increased and, by most accounts, this trend will continue. Certain disabilities and activity limitations make it more difficult to ...
Learn how education and health agencies can work together to address adolescent health through school-based programs. ... Supporting Adolescent Health Through School-Based Health Programs
Supporting Adolescent Health at School
Learn how ...
ASTHO spoke with Greg Endler, and Michele Roberts of the Washington State Department of Health as they share reflections on working to improve vaccine confidence in their jurisdiction both prior to and after the COVID-19 pandemic. ... ...
A New Normal for Public Health Agencies
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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 be healthy. There are several policies ...
HHS Budget Hearings Chart New Direction for Public Health Budget Hearings Chart New Direction for Public Health Catherine Jones Learn about the key policy/funding themes that emerged from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy’s testimony during ...
Learn how public health leaders can lead through crisis and support their teams in this blog post. ... How Public Health Can Better Manage Uncertainty
How Public Health Can Manage Uncertainty
Learn how public health leaders can lead ...