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 Aurora City Council voted unanimously to temporarily ban paramedics from using ketamine to sedate patients pending a review of the practice
The new rule also requires EMS providers to maintain a distance of six feet from any member of the public who is not a patient
Planning documents sent to health departments ask officials to work out which groups should receive the vaccine first
Nanotubes are rolled sheets of carbon atoms only one atom thick, meaning that every atom is on the surface
Research has consistently shown that providing substance abuse treatment both during and after incarceration helps keep inmates drug free and out of the criminal justice system upon release.
HHS is awarding $50M to expand access to healthcare at community health centers in 23 states and territories.
The BJA is awarding up to $25,000 in grants to local governments to support federal criminal justice programs and initiatives.
South Dakota has the highest rates of human-contracted West Nile Virus. The state recently allocated $500,000, and more than $8 million since 2001, for mosquito control.
The competitive grant aims to improve police response to mental health emergencies by providing training to law enforcement and collaboration with organizations and agencies.
COAP grants look to facilitate relationships between local authorities to establish and enhance opioid-intervention programs, as well as to connect at-risk communities with resources.
Federal public health grants are funding suicide and self-harm intervention and deterrence pilot programs for the juvenile justice system. The studies will evaluate the rate of acceptance and frequency of use of outpatient mental health services.
Funding is now available for pay-for-success projects under SIPPRA. There are more than 20 qualifying outcomes for pay for results projects that deliver within 7.5 years.
The BJA is offering grants up to $500,000 to local governments to implement or enhance adult drug courts.
New Jersey’s opioid recovery employment program will provide training to individuals whose career trajectory was impacted by the opioid epidemic.
With the Trump administration’s rollback of the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) as it applies to the Clean Water Act, wetland and waterway restoration assistance is a priority in many communities. Three grants are opening early in 2019.
The Bob Woodruff Foundation funded outcome-oriented programs to help ensure that post-9/11 veterans will thrive after service.
The REMCDP grant was created to work with a public health or medical organization to identify barriers and create solutions for rural emergency communications.
The CDC has opened a cooperative agreement funding opportunity that could provide up to $5 million for emergency response when a public health crisis occurs.
SAEDR grants provide employers and working parents with tools to fight the opioid epidemic and help keep kids from developing substance abuse issues.
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