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ASTHO partnered with the International Association for Indigenous Aging to produce this series of communication materials to address the connection between brain health and heart health.
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Digging Deeper Into Legionnaires' Disease Guidance Needs for States and Territorial Health Agencies
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.
Community Action Plan Templates for Children’s Environmental Health
Community Action Plan Templates for Children’s Environmental Health Environmental Health Community Action Plan Templates Health agencies can use these community action plan templates to bolster their children’s environmental health ...
The Keys to Driving Generational Health, Well-Being, and Justice
The Keys to Driving Generational Health, Well-Being, and Justice 30:13 Tune in to this podcast episode to hear a discussion about the vital conditions for health and well-being framework to reach full potential. PH Conversations Series - ...
Health Equity Policy Resource
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This toolkit is designed to support public health leaders in leveraging the policy development process to achieve health equity in their jurisdiction.
Including Island Areas in Federal Public Health Datasets
Guam,
Collecting and sharing data are crucially important to improving health equity, because those datasets inform effective policymaking. Despite having some of the most challenging population health outcomes, the U.S. island areas are often ...
Establishing an Office of Health Equity or Minority Health
Ohio,
Establishing an Office of Health Equity or Minority Health Learn how to establish, structure, and fund a health equity or minority health office. A dedicated office of health equity or minority health can provide a focus on cross-cutting ...
Framework for Communities to Prevent Youth Cannabis Use
Framework for Communities to Prevent Youth Cannabis Use This resource provides evidence-informed strategies and resources to address the unique challenges posed by youth cannabis use. Over the last two decades, there have been significant ...
Using Health in All Policies to Advance State Strategic Priorities: A Set of Key Approaches Commonly Used by State Health Agencies to Address Health Inequities
This report, based on findings from ASTHO’s 2022 Environmental Scan, dives into how Health in All Policies strategies can promote health equity.
Collaborative Policymaking to Prevent Adverse Childhood Experiences in Minnesota
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Minnesota's Healthy Start Act is an example of the power of cross-sector collaboration to prevent adverse childhood experiences.
State, Territorial, and Freely Associated State Health Agencies National Report 2022
The Suicide, Overdose, Adverse Childhood Experiences Prevention Capacity Assessment Tool (SPACECAT) compiled a national report and accompanying infographic, that break down the biggest findings from the data, and highlight the biggest ...
Preparing for and Responding to Infectious Disease Threats Following Hurricanes
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STIs,
HIV,
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 ...
States Using Policy to Reduce Dementia’s Disease and Fiscal Impact
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Utah,
Public health agencies are working to reduce dementia risk and to optimize the health and well-being of people living with dementia and their caregivers.
Leveraging State and Federal Policy to Reduce Maternal Illness and Death
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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 health outcomes for pregnant people.
State Policies to Improve Youth Mental Health and Reduce Suicides
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Ohio,
The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted youth mental health, particularly as a result of school closures, social isolation, family economic hardship, fear of family loss or illness, and reduced access to healthcare. However, states ...
States Leverage COVID-19 Relief Funding to Improve Accessibility for People Living With Disabilities
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On the 32nd anniversary of the ADA, this blog post explores state legislation around the country that supports people living with disabilities.
Insights from Executive Leadership Coaching for Public Health and Community Leaders
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Discover how leadership coaching sessions reinforced partnerships between public health and community-based organizations.
How New Laws Support Telehealth and Access to Health Care
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How New Laws Support Telehealth and Access to Health Care How New Laws Support Telehealth and Access to Health Care Ashley Cram Learn how federal and state policies are improving access to health care by supporting telehealth. Telehealth ...
Embedded: One Year Review of Disability and Preparedness Specialists Project
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On Dec. 3, International Day of Persons with Disabilities, ASTHO is commemorating nearly 12 months of supporting disability and preparedness specialists in state and territorial health agencies. Throughout 2021, ASTHO embedded 20 full-time ...
The Children COVID-19 Left Behind: A Public Health Call to Action
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Blog,
Researchers estimate more than 140,000 children in the United States experienced the death of a parent or grandparent caregiver between April 1, 2020 and June 30, 2021. The study highlights disturbing disparities in caregiver deaths by ...