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.

Highlighted by the PWW Advisory Group, the South Dakota Ambulance Association-backed series details funding woes, long response times
The city’s Rescue 1 and Rescue 2 now carry two units in military-grade fridges, bringing transfusions to the scene and boosting survival
Great Lakes region ECCs lead adoption of new protocol to guide dispatchers in handling suicidal callers
More cities have joined the East County EMS Nurse Navigation Program since its launch last year
Southwest Minnesota EMS Corp. will use the funding, along with Avel eCare’s EMS telemedicine services, to improve rural care
EMS agencies face significant geographic, racial and income-based disparities, impacting response times and patient care
A study by Ohio State University and the National Registry of EMTs highlights the importance of the public’s help and calls for more awareness
It is time for an honest conversation about response times, reimbursement and funding solutions for the future of EMS
The National League of Cities report highlights the top challenges and solutions mayors are focusing on
Victorville will use the state funds to provide housing solutions and support services for unsheltered individuals
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell said false claims about withholding aid are demoralizing to relief workers
The bill would end a requirement that Medicare patients be transported to emergency facilities for providers to receive reimbursement
“I don’t believe there is much attention given to the fact that we are people, too, and the job is stressful and has been in the past decade,” said Spanish Fort PD Chief John Barber
Over 65 ambulances from more than two dozen rural EMS departments are using new technology during transports
The decision to quit smoking can be difficult, but sticking to the decision afterward can be even harder. From yoga to boxing, these ultimate exercises can help you beat nicotine cravings
In a concise one-hour course, participants will learn three essential steps to control bleeding
The move would change marijuana from its current classification as a Schedule I drug, alongside heroin and LSD, to a Schedule III drug, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
Just by boosting your cardiorespiratory fitness by one metabolic equivalent, you can lower your risk of death by 11-17%
Decriminalization has led to a rise in psilocybin-related calls for young adults and adolescents