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.
Paying homage to our heroes in headsets during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Wake County said the reactions it observed were “consistent with known common side effects from receiving the vaccine”
The bill aims to improve the collection of data regarding first responders, especially firefighters and EMS personnel
The HHS opioid code-a-thon is to spur data-driven solutions that help identify at-risk populations, improve access to treatment and analyze opioid supplies.
To fight the opioid epidemic, the HHS opioid code-a-thon produced opioid apps that present first responders, law enforcement and physicians with new hope.
This Houston case study explores how a large municipal workforce can implement top-down organizational commitment to health and wellness improvements that leads to better financial results.
A fire department partnership in Utah seeks to make naloxone kits as standard to safety as fire extinguishers.
From biological hazards to infectious organisms, floodwaters can be a deadly for first responders. Find out how to protect firefighter gear amid the floods.
At WVU, public safety and forensics address challenges U.S. crime labs and public operations confront in the range of synthetic opioid chemicals in drugs.
Our guest columnist Craig Settles shares insights on how telehealth initiatives can make the case for improving community broadband, with funding tips.
As holidays approach, food banks and pantries remind us how tight life on food stamps is. Federal trends suggest federal aid could decrease.
The FDA approved a nerve stimulator worn behind the ear that reduces debilitating drug withdrawal symptoms associated with opioid addiction treatment.
Using a small grant from a local retailer, St. Charles County Ambulance District went door-to-door to discuss heat awareness and safety.
These tips can help people shelter in place and assess their health in dangerous heat
Governments are swamping Purdue Pharma, makers of OxyContin, with opioid lawsuits alleging the company is responsible for the costs of opioid overdose.
The university study will examine the public health, economic and workforce impacts of the Chicago soda tax over a three-year period.
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