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 panel will decide on priority for other first responder groups at future meetings
The current proposed plan would create a dedicated line that would dispatch paramedics, clinicians and police officers to mental health crisis calls
President Trump and Congress have 7 weeks to support bipartisan opportunities to improve EMS safety, reimbursement, recognition and pay
Law enforcement and healthcare professionals in Camden are launched a data sharing platform to study the overlap between public safety and medical care
The Pennsylvania Department of Aging received a $200,000 grant from the HHS to fund programs to develop more effective volunteer programs
The city of Boston recently reached an agreement with the Public Employees Committee that would help contain the healthcare costs
The CMS announced the recipients of its State Innovation Models Initiative grants under the program’s second round of funding
LiveWell Greenville was awarded a $1.4 million grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to build out its healthy play and healthy foods initiatives
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded more than $27 million in competitive grants to expand urban agriculture through the new Local Food Marketing Promotion Program
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will distribute federal grant money to 21 cities, conservation districts and other organizations throughout the state to support urban forestry projects
The University of Buffalo has launched a food policy database to help local governments access information and resources
New York and New Jersey are investing in storm-proofing measures to be better prepared for inclement weather
Maria Koetter, Director of Louisville’s Office of Sustainability, discussed the city’s plan to reduce per capita energy use by 25 percent by 2025
Chicago collects real-time data on the city’s environment, infrastructure and operations to increase efficiency.
Berkeley recently approved the nation’s first soda tax in an effort to encourage community wellness. What innovative policies could boost quality of life for your residents?
Indianapolis is deploying the nation’s largest fleet of electric cars, which will generate $8.7 million in savings over the next seven years. Does your municipal fleet need an upgrade?
Chicago uses predictive models to find risks and implement solutions efficiently. How could your municipality use predictive modeling?
DOJ’s COPS grant program helps local police departments deploy community policing principles with a focus on mental health issues. Are your law enforcement officers trained to handle mental health issues in the field?
New innovations are improving communications between dispatchers and first responders. How can your response times be improved?
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