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.
Nearly a third of men aren’t exercising regularly, despite clear links to better mental health, sexual performance and energy levels — key concerns for officers under stress
Greenville City Council approves a 24/72 schedule to boost recruitment and work-life balance
The state is backing research into firefighting and cancer, citing 9/11-scale exposure concerns and developing stronger protections for crews battling wildfires near cities
McAllen’s contract with San Antonio-based Lone Star Ambulance takes effect on Feb. 23 after it could not reach a deal with Med-Care
Med-Care EMS asked McAllen leaders to choose one of four subsidy options because of cost increases
Recently passed legislation promises local government leaders with new funding opportunities in the coming months … and the coming years
Mayor Eric Adams says he wants LEOs and medics to more aggressively get severely mentally ill individuals off the streets and subways and into treatment
25.1% of the drivers tested positive for THC, and nearly 20% had blood-alcohol levels beyond legal limits
A $10K bill for police expenses remains outstanding, the Sioux City finance director said
At least seven teenagers overdosed from pills possibly containing fentanyl this year including a 15-year-old girl, according to the LAPD
Hamden Mayor Lauren Garrett said wants to be sure company changes and that she asked the fire chief to tell members to speak up if they witness misconduct
Mental health technicians will help officers decide if a person needs to be taken to a hospital for evaluation
The state is no longer accept new applications and plans to increase funding by $76.6 million while implementing a tiered system
The firefighters and EMS providers are also seeking damages they say they are owed from having to work desk jobs, which pay less, for 18 months
The city could add a second EMS agency or could merge the service with the city’s fire-rescue 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
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