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The ASTHO Federal Government Affairs team answers questions about the work Congress has done for public health so far in 2022.

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, ...

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 ...

A quick rundown of sessions and speakers at the 2022 ASTHO Public Health TechXpo.

This video outlines a six-step process that health agencies can use when planning for viral hepatitis elimination.

Building Effective Partnerships and Networks Session attendees will examine examples of best practices for mobilizing community leaders and community-based organizations to support health guidance to decrease the impact of health ...

In 2021, ASTHO conducted an online survey with state and territorial health agency staff requesting information on current activities related to climate change and health, the state of climate and health programming, and anticipated needs ...

Highlights evidence-based approaches that S/THAs can adopt to improve adult vaccination and strengthen data management.

This brief describes why expanded postpartum depression screening and coverage are necessary for improving health outcomes and reducing disparities for both mother and child.

Evidence suggests that access to healthy, safe, and affordable housing is connected to preventing suicide and overdose, with state and federal programs supporting access to housing for people with low incomes, substance use disorders, ...

This ASTHOBrief highlights healthy aging frameworks by AARP and Trust for America's Health that include health promotion, injury prevention, and chronic disease management along with another domain that emphasizes facilitation of ...

Case investigators and contact tracers must understand and adapt to the culture of people with COVID-19 to conduct effective interviews and follow up. It is important that case investigators acknowledge existing fears and concerns, and ...

Breastfeeding and early child nutrition are crucial for promoting healthy early brain development. This infographic details how skin-to-skin breastfeeding and breast milk promote infant brain development, higher educational ...

This infographic highlights 10 high-level strategies to advance work in school behavioral health.

ASTHO is governed by several bodies of public health leaders that guide the organization’s work to advance health equity and provide optimal health for all.

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This four-part infographic series, developed by ASTHO with support from CDC’s Center for State, Tribal, Local, and Territorial Support (CSTLTS), illustrates successes from six state health departments to show how Public Health ...

This infographic is designed for state and territorial health department staff considering or newly participating in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) 6|18 Initiative.

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ASTHO offers first-class resources for public health officials for leadership development and ongoing education on the cutting edge in public health.