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How States are Handling School Vaccination Requirements in a Pandemic  open_in_new

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Ohio,

Conditioning school attendance on student vaccinations is an evidence-based way of maintaining and increasing vaccine coverage. State law establishes school vaccination requirements which apply not only to public schools but often to ...

Centering the Community’s Voice in State-Led Health Equity Initiatives  open_in_new

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Centering the Community’s Voice in State-Led Health Equity Initiatives health equity, public health departments, health outcomes, michigan public health institute, health disparities, underserved populations, marginalized communities, ...

States Seek to Increase HPV Vaccine Coverage Through School Immunization Requirements  open_in_new

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STIs,

Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is a common virus that can lead to certain types of cancer later in life. Because of this, some policymakers are working to include the HPV vaccine in school entry immunization requirements to boost ...

Utilizing Doula Care to Support Substance Use Disorder in the Postpartum Period  open_in_new

Support from postpartum doulas can can increase parental self-efficacy and adherence to treatment for those experiencing SUD, leading to lower rates of postpartum depression and, subsequently, improved health outcomes.

Regulating and Remediating PFAS in States  open_in_new

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PFAS,

A once obscure public health issue that’s gotten more attention in recent years, polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of synthetic chemicals used in products such as nonstick cookware, water-repellent clothing, stain resistant ...

As Families Seek More Work / Life Balance, States Consider Leave Policies  open_in_new

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An ASTHO blog article on leave policies to support better work/life balance.

States Are Innovating to Improve Indoor Air Quality  open_in_new

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States Are Innovating to Improve Indoor Air Quality Abe Kulungara Indoor air quality can significantly impact health and well-being—learn how states are using policy to address this issue. Whether at home, in the workplace, or in schools, ...