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 order stays after a U.S. District Court judge refused to grant the State of Texas an emergency temporary injunction on Friday
Communities are honoring those who lost their lives and the personnel who have been on the front lines of the crisis
The end of mask mandates and other restrictions poses three important questions about responsibility, safety and public health
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.
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.
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