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An Ounce of Prevention (and Public Health Fund) Is Worth a Pound of Cure Catherine Murphy The Prevention and Public Health Fund (PPHF) is critical to state public health work. Historically it has faced cuts even though prevention has ...

It seems fitting for Valentine’s Day to occur during American Heart Month, a national health observance that reminds Americans to focus on their hearts. ... Engaging Communities and Healthcare Partners to Improve Heart Health: Progress and ...

Last updated November 1, 2024 ... Marcus Plescia, MD, MPH Last updated November 1, 2024 Marcus Plescia, MD, MPH, served as the chief medical officer for the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) from September 2017 ...

On Dec. 15, 2021, ASTHO released its list of the top 10 state public health policy issues to watch in 2022. Although COVID-19 did not make the “official” list, it is woven into the management plan for nearly every trend. The 10 public ...

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 ...

Analysis: President Biden’s FY24 Budget Proposal On March 9, the White House released President Biden’s FY24 budget proposal, which outlines the Administration’s funding priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. As a reminder, Congress has ...

Summary of FY24 House Appropriations Bill astho, association of state and territorial health officials, global health, ending the hiv epidemic, fy24 lhhs appropriation bill, substance abuse and mental health services administration, ...

As cannabidiol (CBD)-infused products continue to grow in popularity, states have begun to regulate CBD-related products through legislation and agency rulemaking. ... state and territorial health, public health issue, cbd infused, state ...

A letter from ASTHO CEO, Michael Fraser, PhD, about the organization's annual legislative prospectus series. ... Public Health Legislative Trends in 2024: A Note from ASTHO CEO ASTHO 2024 Legislative Prospectus Series: CEO Letter A ...

In this ASTHO Member Spotlight, Lisa Piercey of Tennessee discusses her routine, professional influences, and public health priorities. ... with the department for large portions of their careers. I cherish moments to chat with them about ...

State and Territorial Health Leaders Commend Nomination of Dr. Jerome Adams for U.S. Surgeon General ARLINGTON, VA—The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) commends the Administration for nominating Indiana State ...

The opioid crisis continues to claim the lives of thousands across the United States and has cost the economy billions in health care, mortality, and criminal justice costs. In 2018, it’s estimated that 67,367 people died of overdose, with ...

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 ...

The federal legislative priorities listed in this document reflect the most pressing needs of ASTHO's members: state and territorial health officials. ... state and territorial health officials’ most pressing needs. Tier I ASTHO will ...

State health agencies have a long history of using evidence-based public health approaches to increase colorectal cancer screening rates and partnering with health systems and other national organizations to reduce major risk factors. ... ...

Meet ASTHO's new Chief Medical Officer, Susan Kansagra, and learn about her public health priorities in this blog post. ... appreciation for the vital role of state, territorial, and local health departments and our country’s public ...

February is Heart Month, a time to not only celebrate our love for others but also the organ that pumps us full of life - yet heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in the U.S. This post is an overview of state ...

On March 28, 2022, the White House released President Biden’s FY23 proposed budget. The budget outlines the Administration’s funding priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. Congress has the authority to approve, reject, or modify the ...

ASTHO Recognizes Georgia’s Public Health Champions ARLINGTON, VA—The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) is honoring 15 Georgians who are world-renowned public health leaders during an event today hosted by Emory ...

ASTHO has its Federal Legislative Agenda priorities set for 2020. ... Getting to Work: ASTHO’s Federal Policy Priorities in 2020 ASTHO has its Federal Legislative Agenda priorities set for 2020. Association of state and territorial health ...