National Network of Public Health Institutes

AUGUST 1, 2024

TFAH is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that promotes optimal health for every person and community and makes the prevention of illness and injury a national priority. TFAH is committed to making prevention and health equity foundational to policymaking at all levels of society.

Health Policy and Advocacy Organizations 52

Health Policy and Advocacy Organizations Health Equity Health Policy 52

The Network for Public Health Law

JANUARY 24, 2025

Her work with the Institute of Medicines Committee on Guidance for Establishing Standards of Care in Disaster Situations reflects her dedication to advancing health policy in critical scenarios.

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting 59

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Health Equity Health Policy 59

Association of Health Care Journalists

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The combination of policy changes, new research, and the evolving role of doulas in both in-person and virtual settings presents an opportunity for health journalists to explore how doulas can help to address the maternal health crisis and improve outcomes for women across diverse populations.

Socioeconomic Status and Health 109

Socioeconomic Status and Health Health Equity Social Determinants of Health Health Policy 109

Institute of Public Health

MAY 2, 2023

Our Work admin Tue, 02/05/2023 - 17:38 Our Work We focus on promoting health and wellbeing, improving health equity, and reducing health inequalities throughout the life course. This covers a wide range of topics within the broad theme of public health which can be seen below.

Health Inequalities 52

Health Inequalities Health Equity Health Policy 52

NC Health News

MARCH 12, 2025

The fellowship is a yearlong service-based program that empowers graduate students to do a community health service project that helps address systemic health inequities. Not only are the students paired with a faculty member to try to identify barriers to care, the overall goal is to improve health equity.

Health Inequalities 78

Health Inequalities Health Equity Health Policy 78

Tulane Public Health Blog

APRIL 14, 2024

These solutions may include policies, programs, and hands-on services that can reduce healthcare inequity and offer services to communities that need them most. Global Health vs. Public Health There are many overlapping approaches and goals between global health and public health. According to the U.S.

Global Health 52

Global Health Mental Health and Public Health Maternal and Child Health Health Equity 52

KFF Health News

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Aparna Bole, a pediatrician and senior consultant in the Office of Climate Change and Health Equity at the federal Department of Health and Human Services, said these are common problems for low- and moderate-income patients. ” This article is from a partnership that includes WBUR , NPR , and KFF Health News.

Climate Change and Health 109

Climate Change and Health Health Equity Health Policy Environmental Health 109

The Network for Public Health Law

MAY 2, 2024

She has drafted numerous pieces of federal and state legislation that have shaped the landscape of public health. Allison’s areas of expertise are both broad and impactful. We provide evidence-based solutions and best practices through technical assistance, as well as information, resources, consultation and training.

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting 52

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Emergency Preparedness and Response Health Policy Health Equity 52

Association of Health Care Journalists

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The Fund is a more than 100-year-old operating foundation that improves population health and health equity by connecting leaders with evidence and sound experience. Before joining the Fund in 2013, he served the state of Rhode Island for eight years as the country’s first health insurance commissioner.

Mental Health and Public Health 52

Mental Health and Public Health Rural Health Health Equity Ageing and Health 52

NC Health News

JANUARY 13, 2025

The increased frequency of extreme weather events, like Hurricane Debby and Hurricane Helene, and wildfires like the ones ravaging parts of Los Angeles, require doctors to become more aware of the environmental factors affecting patients health, said Marni Holder, director of community health initiatives at the UNC Department of Family Medicine.

Climate Change and Health 113

Climate Change and Health Disaster and Emergency Management Emergency Preparedness and Response Environmental Health and Safety 113

The Network for Public Health Law

MARCH 7, 2024

He previously served as Vice President of Programs at a national organization providing law and policy technical assistance to support building healthier communities. I am excited to join the Network at a pivotal moment for public health,” Dang said.

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting 52

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Public Health Law and Regulation Health Policy Health Equity 52

The Network for Public Health Law

APRIL 3, 2024

We provide evidence-based solutions and best practices through technical assistance, as well as information, resources, consultation, and training.

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting 52

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Health Policy and Advocacy Organizations Health Equity Health Policy 52

The Health Care Blog

MARCH 5, 2025

By ARIEL FRISTOE As the artistic director of Out of Hand Theater, an arts organization that promotes anti-racism, social activism and health equity, I believe the recent appointment of Robert F. RFK) as Secretary to the Department of Health and Human Services is beyond concerning. Kennedy, Jr.

Ageing and Health 62

Ageing and Health Vaccination Programs Health Equity Health Policy 62

Washington University in St. Louis - Institute for

JANUARY 22, 2025

Hammond added, AMFDP has a track record of launching successful careers of academic leaders affecting real change in health equity and I intend to be part of that legacy. She also commends the Center for Advancing Health Services, Policy & Economics Research at WashU as a valuable resource.

Mental Health and Public Health 45

Mental Health and Public Health Academic and Research Institutions Health Equity Health Policy 45

The Network for Public Health Law

AUGUST 1, 2024

The Network provides evidence-based solutions and best practices through technical assistance, as well as information, resources, consultation, and training.

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting 52

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Public Health Law and Regulation Occupational Health and Safety Climate Change and Health 52

PHAB

JULY 11, 2024

Fast and reliable sharing of data between healthcare, public health, and among public health authorities is key to our ability to detect and respond to new and emerging threats, improve health outcomes, and promote health equity, says Jennifer Layden, MD, PhD, Director for CDCs Office of Public Health Data, Surveillance, and Technology.

Public Health Agencies 52

Public Health Agencies Media and Health Communication Territorial Health Tribal Health 52

Sheffield DPH

AUGUST 22, 2024

And thus policy. There are plenty of good eg of why tobacco PR should be nowhere near health policy. Small part in overall answer, but perpetuate problems (sitting too much, high power use, congestion, KSI, pollution). It is the industry preferred solution. Good PR influence attitudes – see here. Reduce, reuse, recycle ….

Climate Change and Health 40

Climate Change and Health Fitness and Wellness Industry Media and Health Communication Healthcare Systems and Hospitals 40

NC Health News

DECEMBER 17, 2024

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?

Healthcare Systems and Hospitals 98

Healthcare Systems and Hospitals Fitness and Wellness Industry Health Disparities Health Equity 98

Big Cities Health Coalition

OCTOBER 24, 2024

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.

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting 52

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Emergency Preparedness and Response Public Health Law and Regulation Environmental Health and Safety 52

Fund for Public Health NYC

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

“Climate change is a public health crisis that especially burdens those with underlying health conditions, many of whom live in environmental justice communities and contribute the least to climate change,” said Mayor’s Office of Climate and Environmental Justice Executive Director Elijah Hutchinson.

Mental Health and Public Health 40

Mental Health and Public Health Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Maternal and Child Health 40

The Health Care Blog

JANUARY 18, 2022

He wrote a piece in Health Affairs last week arguing with the stance of Medicare Advantage of Don Berwick and Rick Gilfillan (Here’s their piece pt1 , pt2 ). By GEORGE HALVORSON.

Ethnicity and Health 104

Ethnicity and Health Social Determinants of Health Health Equity Health Policy 104

Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

We offer seven open options to choose from that align with your passion, work, and interests. To learn more about each committee, please visit our website.

Maternal and Child Health 52

Maternal and Child Health Health Policy and Advocacy Organizations Mental Health and Public Health Food Security and Safety 52

Association of Health Care Journalists

JANUARY 29, 2025

Food and Drug Administration in early January released a proposed guidance document advising how manufacturers should evaluate and label pulse oximeters used for medical purposes. Pulse oximeters noninvasive devices placed on a finger and used to measure a patients blood oxygen level and pulse are used commonly in medical settings.

Health Equity 80

Health Equity Health Policy 80

Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

MARCH 14, 2025

After earning her Master of Public Health from Emory University, Haita began working for the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) in 2022. She graduated from the University of Hawaii at Manoas Master of Public Health program, specializing in Health Policy and Management.

Maternal and Child Health 109

Maternal and Child Health Health Education and Training Organizations Mental Health and Public Health Public Health Law and Policy Consulting 109

The Network for Public Health Law

OCTOBER 24, 2024

We provide evidence-based solutions and best practices through technical assistance, as well as information, resources, consultation, and training.

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting 105

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Reproductive Health Health Equity Health Policy 105

The Network for Public Health Law

JANUARY 8, 2025

A Message from Interim Co-Executive Directors Quang (“Q”) Dang and Ann Phi-Wendt “ While laws and policies can serve as barriers to health equity, they can also be used to promote health and advance equity and this is, has been, and will continue to be the focus of our work, whatever the political climate might bring.

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting 52

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Health Policy and Advocacy Organizations Public Health Law and Regulation Climate Change and Health 52

National Council on Urban Indian Health

OCTOBER 31, 2024

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.

Mental Health and Public Health 52

Mental Health and Public Health Nutrition and Public Health Tribal Health Health Equity 52

The Health Care Blog

MAY 24, 2022

I want to believe in a healthcare system that is radically less expensive, much more effective, and delivers on health equity. As it turned out, there were UFOs, the aliens were among us, and there was an alien/government conspiracy. Sometimes being the lone believer isn’t crazy.

Health Equity 98

Health Equity Health Policy 98

The Health Care Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Democratizing screening not only broadens access to potentially life-saving diagnostics but fosters greater health equity, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their economic status or location, have the opportunity for early intervention and improved cancer outcomes.

Socioeconomic Status and Health 104

Socioeconomic Status and Health Ageing and Health Access to Healthcare Health Equity 104

The Network for Public Health Law

AUGUST 7, 2024

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.

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting 52

Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Health Education and Training Organizations Health Equity Health Disparities 52

Washington University in St. Louis - Institute for

MARCH 28, 2025

A: The topic of non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) is important to me as an MPH student because it directly impacts health equity and outcomes. Q: Why is the papers topic important to you? Healthcare services are only meaningful when they are accessible and utilized by the populations in need.

Health Disparities 52

Health Disparities Health Equity Health Policy 52

Association of Health Care Journalists

JANUARY 31, 2025

granular, rich data on racial and ethnic differences in health outcomes is unique among many nations several European countries do not gather this information , and thus lack information on health disparities and the impact of social determinants of health.

Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights 124

Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights Climate Change and Health Ethnicity and Health Social Determinants of Health 124

Association of Health Care Journalists

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Ariel Cohen, a health policy reporter for CQ Roll Call , recently completed a comprehensive series of six stories examining abortion care policies in the United States and France.

Health Policy 105

Health Policy Health Equity 105

Association of Health Care Journalists

DECEMBER 10, 2024

For both local and national journalists, stories covering this case shouldnt understate its potential implications for transgender rights and health care access in every state. After more than two hours of oral arguments last Wednesday, the Supreme Court appears likely to uphold Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for minors.

Reproductive Health 109

Reproductive Health Health Equity Health Policy 109

The Health Care Blog

MARCH 21, 2022

Hospital consolidation has risen to the top of the health policy stack. Health Systems Didn’t Just “Happen”; Federal Health Policy Actively Catalyzed their Formation. Inova also supports 30 community organizations through health equity grants totaling $1M to leverage relationships for real impact in the community.

Healthcare Systems and Hospitals 113

Healthcare Systems and Hospitals Public Health Law and Policy Consulting Mental Health and Public Health Health Metrics and Evaluation 113

KFF Health News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Yet the notion that they could elbow aside a century of science-based health policy is profoundly troubling to many health professionals. GOP lawmakers have advocated substantial cuts to the CDC budget in recent years, including an end to funding gun violence, climate change, and health equity research.

Public Health Law and Regulation 145

Public Health Law and Regulation Climate Change and Health Health Policy Public Health Agencies 145

HEALTHBEAT

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

But many public health experts worry about how Trump might reshape federal health policy — and how those changes could curtail local public health initiatives. a prominent critic of successful public health measures like the childhood vaccination schedule and the fluoridation of drinking water. Kennedy Jr.,

Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights 66

Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights Mental Health and Public Health Ethnicity and Health Ageing and Health 66