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.
Westwood Fire Chief John Deckers said his department has invested time and resources into preparing to give the vaccine and urged the governor to reverse the decision
The three-year grant will be used to open a 44-bed shelter for those between the ages of 18 and 24
The Native American Agriculture Fund grant will finance educational workshops on topics such as sustainable gardening and integrated pest management to help spur stronger food systems in the region
The city of Seattle offers a free shower program for homeless residents through its community centers.
A critical public health tool for cities -- the Prevention & Public Health Fund in the ACA -- is not replaced by the American Health Care Act.
The response to our poll about the appropriateness of Senator Rand Paul’s healthcare law publicity stunt is just as polarized as Congress and the GOP.
Paramedics serving populations at Scott County Jail are lowering costs while improving care -- an interesting use case for community paramedicine.
Some local officials in Massachusetts advocated to end housing homeless families in motels for a decade, but others say the solve is costing cities money.
Senator Rand Paul wheeled a copy machine from the Senate to the House of Representatives -- with press in tow -- to demand a bill colleagues in Capitol Hill were working on. Would that behavior fly at City Hall?
A new Republican bill being called Obamacare Lite by other Republicans is introduced as an ACA repeal and replacement plan.
Here’s how sanctuary-minded cities can implement Safe City policies and programs that enable public agencies to not ask residents about immigration status.
Update on how Congress is dealing with underfunded coal miner pensions and healthcare, guaranteed by the Krug-Lewis Agreement of 1946.
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh, a face of Trump resistance, talks with MTV about immigration, the responsibility of mayors and the ACA Repeal.
President Donald Trump revealed a preference for HSA expansion in ACA replacement. Bills introduced in January and February offer proposals.
Who regulates food trucks? Learn the fire safety risks local governments should be aware of and access downloadable permitting resources and guidelines.
Sustainability
The air around Northern Metals in North Minneapolis -- a metal recycler not permitted to release particulates -- had elevated levels of lead and more.
A new McKinsey & Co. index leveraging public data benchmarked the best states on seven key categories, ranking Massachusetts number one overall.
Community paramedicine can assist opioid addicts after discharges, teach families to use naloxone and share harm reduction techniques.
Repeal of the Affordable Care Act affects the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program and other efforts of 3,000 city and county health departments.
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