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.
The previous director said someone in that role could work on things such as the firefighter cancer surveillance program, the city’s AED program and workplace safety training
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell: “Adults aged 65 and older are a growing demographic who are often disproportionately impacted by severe weather”
Galveston mental health professionals, paramedics and city police officers will work together
South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg shares policy strategy goals for this year, and his vision for the city beyond his administration.
Various studies over several years provide insights into the connection of domestic violence and substance abuse for both teens and adults.
Anne Arundel County is using grant funding to scale up demand for its Safe Station program, where individuals can request drug treatment services at police and fire stations.
Public safety can take steps to erase the stigmas associated with receiving professional mental health counseling, according to University of Phoenix survey research.
The Cannon Foundation grants provide funds for capital and equipment to organizations offering services for underserved populations across North Carolina.
National WIC Association releases statement that while WIC remains open, a prolonged government shutdown could result in clinic closures and reduce participant resources.
School safety, active shooter, mental health and other challenges will shape the coming year in public safety operations and service delivery.
Integrated public safety and public health data platforms can address challenges like the opioid crisis and speed community safety.
The doctors are accused of supplying 13 million+ doses of prescription opioids and committing $500 million in medical fraud in Macomb County.
Opioid overdose numbers are down in hard hit Huntington, West Virginia. Chief Jan Rader talks about harm reduction strategies and critical support for first responders.
Local leaders can collaborate and get grant funding for broadband-based solutions that improve the strength of rural communities.
The organizations account for more than 90 percent of the acute EHR market and almost 60 percent of the ambulatory EHR market.
Retired and disabled veterans and others receiving benefits were granted the largest pay increase in 2018, and the VA appeals process was streamlined.
The AR SAVES partnership established a broad hospital-based telehealth network and is testing first responder technologies to improve stroke response.
Sacramento is distributing free respirator masks at fire departments to residents in response to hazardous air quality from the Camp Fire in Butte County.
CDP can deploy 50 one- to four-hour, post-disaster training modules to public safety and emergency management agencies at their home bases in 24 hours.
