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Promoting and protecting the public’s health: recommendations for a new Administration and Congress, 2025

Big Cities Health Coalition

To bolster these efforts, BCHC urges the federal government to provide sustained funding, flexible resource allocation, and direct support to local health agencies, ensuring preparedness for future public health emergencies.

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HealthyNYC – Extending the Lifespan of New Yorkers

Fund for Public Health NYC

“It is such a critical initiative that I am proud to be introducing accompanying legislation to require a five year public health agenda for New York City, to improve health outcomes and address health disparities. Expanding access to healthy food and mental health resources are critical. “The Cunningham.

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Why Kaiser bet on Cone Health for its N.C. expansion

NC Health News

We already know exactly what we got from the fee-for-service world, said former Triad Healthcare Network executive director Steve Noerr during a 2020 Duke health policy webinar. Theyve continued to honor their commitment to health equity, said Greensboro Mayor Nancy Vaughan. Does the patient end up healthier?

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The Network for Public Health Law Introduces Dataset of Enacted Legislation, Highlighting Key Trends in Racial Equity 

The Network for Public Health Law

Understanding the landscape of enacted laws is critical for those working to address health disparities and promote racial equity within their communities. Washington now requires health equity as a subject for students at the state school of medicine.

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

National Council on Urban Indian Health

Federal Comment Deadlines : Key upcoming federal deadlines for public comment on health policies affecting Native communities. NCUIH in Action & Recent Events : NCUIH leadership has been active at recent events, advocating for health equity and policy support for urban Native communities. 2907 / H.R.