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.
Medical experts believe nalmefene shouldn’t replace naloxone because of an increased risk for severe withdrawal symptoms associated with it
Lack of planning, unrealistic expectations and stress can derail resolutions, but adopting small, meaningful changes can lead to lasting success
Specialized Assistance For Everyone will run for five years in a pilot program with the Novato Police Department
Learn about education grant-funding opportunities to keep students safe and healthy now and in the coming years
Officials said it’s unclear when work on the site might begin but said costs were rising and additional grant money would be needed
The current EMS building has an “all-function room” that houses crew quarters, patient documentation, training and space for meals
Local EMS leaders said that a recent pay increase may help, but they cited burnout, attacks and industry-wide staffing struggles
Advocacy, public health and medical specialty organizations signed a nine-page joint letter describing the ambulance bed crisis in a series of stories
A Rialto captain, an FF-medic and an engineer are contesting disciplinary actions taken against them
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the plan, which also includes training for EMS providers on helping sexual assault survivors
The Republican challenger questions whether Cheshire EMS can be self-sustaining after it is launched with federal funds
The deals call for most of the funds to be used to fight the drug crisis, but neither company admitted wrongdoing
The private rates remain below those for the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department
Priority would be given to applicants whose proposals will expand coverage, improve response times, and help organizations provide medical transport and services
The government will be offering $1M grants starting next year for up to 15 states to expand current mental health centers
The new Riley County building will include offices, training rooms, an operations center, a backup site for emergency communications, and a full EMS station
Under a nine-month contract, the South Texas Emergency Care Foundation must increase the number of ambulances it stations in Harlingen
The Town of Waterford and the Village of Waterford are considering forming a combined fire department, too
With Pharr EMS officials planning to lay off 40 employees next month, Med Care EMS’ legal allegations against the city are questionable
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