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.
President Trump and Congress have 7 weeks to support bipartisan opportunities to improve EMS safety, reimbursement, recognition and pay
The appointments come as the virus continues to surge, increasing its spread in at least 40 states
The new service allows individuals to receive notifications sent from local authorities to stay informed on potentially hazardous situations involving weather, traffic and other emergencies, including the spread of COVID-19
In Portland, Maine, several parks have recently been outfitted with needle disposal boxes in response to the rising heroin abuse rates
Jersey City will expand the health care it offers city employees to include coverage for transgender medical care and related procedures
Aging sewer systems across the country create public health and environmental impacts, driving costs up for local governments. Learn how the city of Baltimore has been struggling to pay for court-ordered repairs needed to address untreated waste in waterways.
Cleveland officers will receive enhanced training on how to deal with people during mental health crises in an effort to reform practices
Cities across the country are reviewing and upgrading their emergency management protocol to ensure agencies are ready for worst case scenarios
New technologies enable departments to monitor instances of water contamination and identify the potential culprit
The grants will provide local community coalitions funding to prevent youth substance use, including prescription drugs, heroin, marijuana, tobacco and alcohol
The America Walks micro grant program aims to accelerate implementation of effective strategies to promote walking and create safe, walkable places.
Many death certificates are incomplete or inaccurate and can affect how money is spent on research and prevention.
California state lawmakers adjourned the year’s legislative session Friday without completing major initiatives on transportation and health care financing
A new health center offers residents primary care and social services, as well as access to healthy food and eating tips
The Call to Action aims to increase walking across the U.S. by improving access to safe and convenient places to walk for people of all ages and abilities
An EMS Chief lays out a strategy to prevent overworking medics
Nationwide, the number of students walking and biking to school has steadily declined, from 41 percent in 1969 to 13 percent in 2001
The city is training non-professionals to provide mental health help to people who work with parents of small children, the unemployed poor and young people
Accidental drowning is the second leading cause of death for U.S. children under age 5, after birth defects
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