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.
Gov. Tom Wolf said the state is ready to supply sufficient PPE to first responders and healthcare workers this fall
First responders will be presumed to have contracted COVID-19 on-duty if there is an outbreak at their workplace
A group of mental health professionals gathered outside Buffalo City Hall, calling the planned partnership ‘unsafe and unproven’
New research suggests mental and physical health has a significant impact on hunger
More than a dozen states that opted to expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act have seen enrollments surge way beyond projections
Partnership for a HealthierJC fosters collaborations among organizations identifying and addressing public health needs and coordinating action
Every year, thousands of people like Blanca Guerra call the National Cancer Information Center, desperate to find some kind of health insurance
Many students are learning how to make healthier eating choices by working in school gardens
Anti-tobacco advocates argued that flavored products were designed to attract young smokers
Building on the concept that where one lives is a strong indicator of future health, three cities are tackling population health in their own ways
New research shows active populations create successful cities
Texas Workforce Commission gave more than $500,000 to fund job training for over 200 workers in the Workforce Solutions Panhandle area
Officials see medical marijuana plants as source of jobs rather than purveyors of vice
The new project calls for $136 million invested in fitness, wellness and community centers.
Whether and when the Affordable Care Act will be fully implemented in all 50 states is a tough question to answer
Nonprofits are expected to team up with mental health providers provide the services that will train their employees on the mental health techniques
Employees can see a provider online for a range of issues including minor ailments, symptoms from a chronic medical condition and general wellness concerns
Leafy, tree-lined streets aren’t just good for property values; they may also be good for your health, according to a new report
The group claims legislation requiring health warning labels on sugary beverages and prohibiting ads of them on city property violates the First Amendment
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