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An Unprecedented Public Health Thank You Day  open_in_new

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If there is any word to describe 2020 it is “unprecedented,” with the work of health agencies front and center since COVID-19 emerged in the U.S. But as we approach Public Health Thank You Day and the Thanksgiving season, ASTHO wants to ...

Preparing for and Responding to Infectious Disease Threats Following Hurricanes  open_in_new

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STIs,
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Following a hurricane, the risk of exposure to infectious disease increases due, in part, to the presence of floodwater and debris. Hurricanes may contribute to population displacement and overcrowding—further heightening risk factors for ...

Looking Back and Moving Forward from the U.S. Mpox Outbreak  open_in_new

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This blog post explores the impact of mpox, state health agency response, and the way forward.

Cultivating Gen Z as Partners for Healthier Communities  open_in_new

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Cultivating Gen Z as Partners for Healthier Communities astho, association of state and territorial health officials, gen z, young adults, public health campaigns, stronger communities, public health, physically active, gen zers, adults ...

Getting Ahead of the COVID-19 Vaccine  open_in_new

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Scientists are working quickly to develop a safe and effective vaccine to provide immunity to COVID-19. Once a vaccine is approved, it will likely be imperative for states to authorize as many health care professionals to administer it, ...

Behind the PSA: Making the #MaskUp Campaign  open_in_new

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In August 2020, the Big Cities Health Coalition and the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials released a co-produced public service announcement to support public education in our members’ communities. The call to action in ...

Health Officials Alarmed by Declining U.S. Vaccination Rates, Country Could Face Scenario Like Europe's Measles Outbreak  open_in_new

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Health Officials Alarmed by Declining U.S. Vaccination Rates, Country Could Face Scenario Like Europe's Measles Outbreak ARLINGTON, VA—The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) is concerned about the latest ...

Michigan Court Decision on Health Official's Case is Bad for Public Health  open_in_new

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Michigan Court Decision on Health Official's Case is Bad for Public Health ARLINGTON, VA—Michael Fraser, CEO of the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO), issued the following statement today in response to a ...

Polarity Thinking: Leading During a Pandemic  open_in_new

Leading a governmental health department is a complex job during the best of times, but particularly so during a pandemic when leaders must navigate every step carefully. In this episode, our guests introduce and discuss a concept called ...

Strengthening Public Health Communication: Oklahoma’s Strategy and Lessons Learned  open_in_new

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Strengthening Public Health Communication: Oklahoma’s Strategy and Lessons Learned ASTHO Staff Communications is a foundational capability for all health departments, essential for supporting public health protections, programs, and ...

From the Chief Medical Officer: How State Health Officials Can Make a Stand Against Menthol  open_in_new

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Tobacco control has been a public health success in states across the nation, but there is still work to be done, especially surrounding the popularity of menthol and other types of flavored tobacco.

State Strategies for Advancing Viral Hepatitis Elimination  open_in_new

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State Strategies for Advancing Viral Hepatitis Elimination astho, association of state and territorial health officials, public health officials, state health officials, territorial health officials, state health department, population ...