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.
Officials said it’s unclear when work on the site might begin but said costs were rising and additional grant money would be needed
The current EMS building has an “all-function room” that houses crew quarters, patient documentation, training and space for meals
Local EMS leaders said that a recent pay increase may help, but they cited burnout, attacks and industry-wide staffing struggles
Rape kits, or SAKs, must go to the state’s crime lab whether the victim chooses to report to law enforcement right away, or at a later date.
Colorado, Washington and other states with legal marijuana reconsider weed edibles packaging and labeling requirements in light of increases in emergency room visits and poison control calls for unintentional pediatric ingestion.
From home invasions to surprise travel mates, the Bed Bug Field Guide smartphone app provides information to assist with any encounter of the tiny pests.
Voice-controlled Amazon Alexa and AI-enabled healthcare skills can now be securely used by patients, hospitals and healthcare workers.
Programs funded by the grant will use data to show successes and reveal evidence-based approaches that address different types of opioid abuse in youth.
The HRSA funding will assess the efficacy of rural community opioid response and RCORP-based evaluation tools and resources for use in rural communities, and to inform future rural health initiatives.
A 911 dispatcher family survey will incorporate the point of view of family and close friends into research on the critical stress experienced by dispatchers in public safety and emergency communications
Fueled by money generated through seat belt violation fines, Ohio EMS grants provide funds for training, equipment purchases and trauma research.
Local prescription drug disposal locations are now available in Google Maps and appear in search results. More data is needed from states and public health bodies.
As part of efforts to address terrorism, domestic terrorism and mass casualty incidents, DHS offers an explanatory video and fact sheet on the Pathways to Violence.
CVS Health and Aetna’s Building Healthier Communities initiative will invest millions into local resources dedicated to positively impacting citizens.
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.
