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.
Those found by police with small amounts of street drugs will now face a civil citation instead of an arrest
The chaotic execution of state and local vaccination programs is only the latest in a series of missteps by public health departments during the worst pandemic in more than a century
As additional COVID-19 variants reach the U.S., some medical officials are now suggesting that the public double up on face masks
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.
Lead is not only in old pipes, its also in most houses built before 1978. Satirist John Oliver calls out Congress on dwindling lead abatement funding.
The National Governors Association urges Zika funding action as mosquito season begins. Congress still in stalemate.
Actions being taken nationwide on local and state levels bring the debate over privacy, personal safety and prejudice center stage.
By June, the warmer temperatures and rains will see Zika spread west into California, up the East Coast and into the middle of the country.
White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest fingers republicans for finagling over Zika funds despite a public health emergency.
Chief Leonard Campanello opened the Gloucester, Mass. police station to opioid addicts looking for treatment, and launched PAARI.
After judge orders release of a homeless man civil liberties advocates say was wrongly institutionalized, the NYC Safe Program faces criticism.
Can heroin prescriptions change lives and reduce crime and fatalities? The only such clinic in North America reports success.
The survival of fire-based EMS may rest upon delivering community health care services before 911 is called; it’s a tough proposition, but a doable one.
Data and sensors may help cities reduce urban air quality impacts in real-time and shape public policy.
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