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Voting from the ER: How health care workers are driving civic engagement

HEALTHBEAT

Researchers have also found a link between voting and health, noting that a vicious cycle can develop where poor health can reduce voter turnout, which can result in electoral outcomes and policies that worsen health inequities. Department of Health and Human Services.

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Reflecting on 2024: A Message from the FPH President

Better Health For All

With your continued support, we will: Transition Leadership : Welcome our new President, Vice-President, and General Board Members at the June AGM and ensure the Faculty continues to play a strong and vital leadership role in public health practice and policy, at home and abroad.

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October Policy Updates: Budget Consultations, Historic Apology, Traditional Healing Coverage, and More

National Council on Urban Indian Health

Traditional Foods & USDA Dietary Guidelines : NCUIH recommends incorporating research on Traditional Foods in USDA’s 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines. Federal Comment Deadlines : Key upcoming federal deadlines for public comment on health policies affecting Native communities. 2907 / H.R.