If there is any word to describe 2020 it is “unprecedented,” with the work of health agencies front and center since COVID-19 emerged in the U.S. But as we approach Public Health Thank You Day and the Thanksgiving season, ASTHO wants to ...
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 overcrowding—further heightening risk factors for ...
This report shares results and key takeaways from interviews on topics including the overall structure of Legionnaires’ disease programs, diagnosis and clinical testing protocols, and risk communication.
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 ...
Infodemic Management This training covers the process that CDC uses to assess social listening and other data for the State of Vaccine Confidence Insights Reports and how you can adopt a similar process to inform action. Speakers Claire ...
Leading a governmental health department is a complex job during the best of times, but particularly so during a pandemic when leaders must navigate every step carefully. In this episode, our guests introduce and discuss a concept called ...
Improving Public Health Through Data and Communication This video focuses on the effective use of data in public health communication. The panelists in the piece have shared their communication experiences, successes, and challenges ...
Driving Organizational and Community Change: Social Mobilization and Managing Up Learn how to build those relationships and how to engage diverse partners and community groups, including faith-based organizations, in ongoing organizational ...
This online repository is a collection of resources, products, and event recordings that health officials can use to enhance communication efforts during a public health emergency.
In recent years, tick-borne disease cases in the U.S. have almost doubled. The case studies and analyses in this report may serve as a guide as states respond to similar problems in their jurisdictions.
Health Officials Alarmed by Declining U.S. Vaccination Rates, Country Could Face Scenario Like Europe's Measles Outbreak ARLINGTON, VA—The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) is concerned about the latest ...
Michigan Court Decision on Health Official's Case is Bad for Public Health ARLINGTON, VA—Michael Fraser, CEO of the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO), issued the following statement today in response to a ...
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In August 2020, the Big Cities Health Coalition and the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials released a co-produced public service announcement to support public education in our members’ communities. The call to action in ...
Scientists are working quickly to develop a safe and effective vaccine to provide immunity to COVID-19. Once a vaccine is approved, it will likely be imperative for states to authorize as many health care professionals to administer it, ...
ASTHO's Public Health & Crisis Communications Resource Hub offers trainings, toolkits, and strategies to enhance crisis communication skills.
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Branding Resource Guide for Health Departments A step-by-step guide for moving through the branding or rebranding process for health departments. ASTHO's Branding Resource Guide helps health departments as they embark on strategic ...
Media Relations Toolkit for Health Departments Discover expert media relations insights and actionable guidance tailored for health departments in this ASTHO toolkit. Integrating media relations strategies into operational frameworks is ...