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 state will collect infection and quarantine data voluntarily submitted by public safety agencies to better combat the virus’ spread among first responders
Research on urban resilience suggests the marginalization of MLK neighborhoods could make their residents more vulnerable to natural disasters, pandemics
Participants will receive mental health treatment and counseling while residing in a work release center
Mayor Marty Walsh, a former labor leader, worked with both parties to reach a deal and avoid a one-day nurses’ strike at Boston’s Brigham & Women’s Hospital.
Local governments like Broward County, Fla., have Zika plans, but want more inspectors and more insecticide. CDC releases a response plan.
Municipal mosquito control finds most cooperative, while some see efforts to address mosquito larvae under local nuisance ordinances as an invasion of privacy.
Read how two healthcare practioners in Bridgton, Maine, are facing the national epidemic and providing opioid treatment in a small town.
The city’s pilot SOBER Unit could reduce alcoholics’ 911 overuse and would increase services from L.A. Homeless Services Authority.
Maricopa County, Ariz., launched the “Clean Starts” county work program to help former inmates support themselves without returning to crime.
New Colorado community paramedicine programs law protects patients and ensures programs are staffed with educated and competent paramedics.
Dallas’ program is under fire for not making money, and that’s OK. Learn the 5 steps to a successful community paramedicine program.
The ICJI provides grants for emotional and physical services to crime victims, including child abuse, sexual assault and violent acts like hate crimes.
Gov1 readers are staying on top of Zika virus as summer approaches.
Dr. Tom Frieden addresses Zika virus at the National Press Club--expects zika clusters rather than widespread outbreak and advises on pregnancy planning.
While Congress continues to debate emergency Zika funding, the CDC transferred $44 million from the Public Health Emergency Preparedness program. If and when Congress approves President Obama’s Zika request, the agency will restore this local emergency funding source.
While Congress continues to deliberate funding for mosquito abatement, many are getting a jump on preparations in creative ways.
Buffalo will address the biggest barriers to better health in low-income neighborhoods through Invest Health, a national partnership for midsize cities.
The CDC is now counting all pregnant women who test positive for Zika due to babies with Zika-related birth defects born from mothers without symptoms.
Steps from busy roadways and populated communities are miles of New Mexico trails. An open data-powered website and trails app gets patients moving.
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