Public Health
Public Health is a critical area of focus for local and state government agencies, involving health promotion, disease prevention, and preparedness for health emergencies within communities. Governments are responsible for implementing public health policies, managing healthcare services, and responding to crises like pandemics. This directory provides articles on public health, along with related topics like SafeGov, which covers strategies and initiatives for protecting the well-being and security of the public through effective governance.
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Mayor Justin Bibb’s “Residents First” program will overhaul 23 codes and allow the city to issue tickets, fines
Victims’ lawyers put on notice to have all paperwork submitted in order to speed up the application process
For insight on tackling disparities revealed by the pandemic, local leaders can look to their global counterparts
The Government Alliance on Race and Equity is now accepting applications for its Innovation and Implementation Fund for the summer 2020 cycle
Heat kills nearly twice as many Americans each year as tornadoes, and almost three times more than hurricanes
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, said Friday that contact tracing simply isn’t working in the U.S.
Casinos can offer outdoor dining, and those with beach bars, outdoor decks or Boardwalk seating still plan to offer it
The bars Pour Behavior, Prospect Park and Spire Night Club have also been referred to the state’s alcoholic beverage commission
Mayor Quinton Lucas said he shared the messages he received via text message to show “how far we’ve gotten from being common sensible about what we are doing”
The $5,000 award from a nationwide program will help the city improve children’s health and reduce disparities
Experts fear the pace of gun violence may be a harbinger of a rough summer ahead
For San Antonio Equity Manager Jonathan Butler, a budget is a “moral document,” allowing cities to strategically improve outcomes for those who are worse off
Despite big pledges and high hopes, economic progress has come slowly, if at all, for Black America
Arizona’s count of confirmed COVID-19 cases surged again Friday, setting the third record in four days for daily high numbers of new cases
Tulsa Mayor G.T. Bynum has declared a civil emergency ahead of Saturday’s event
Seven local health officials in California have announced they are now leaving their posts
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