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The Future of Public Health: One Student’s Vision for Equity and Advocacy

Research America

America and leading public health organizations take the time to say “thank you” to our public health workforce who work tirelessly every day in communities across the country to protect us from disease, injury, and other health threats. This year’s theme, “Public health is a lifesaver, today and every day.”

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‘Breaking Down Interstate Barriers to Telehealth Delivery’ Tops ATA’s Priorities for 2023

The Health Care Blog

by JESSICA DAMASSA, WTF HEALTH. Kyle Zebley, SVP of Public Policy at the ATA and Executive Director of ATA Action (the ATA’s affiliate advocacy organization) gives us the skinny on where policies currently stand at the federal and state level and, more importantly, what’s in jeopardy of changing soon.

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Juvenile detention centers in NC under scrutiny for use of isolation

NC Health News

Department of Public Safety , which runs juvenile detention facilities, has filed a series of responses categorically denying the lawsuit’s claims of any policy or practice of regular solitary confinement for young people. Deputy Secretary William Lassiter has overseen the state’s juvenile justice system since 2014. Credit: N.C.

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Trust for America’s Health: Senior Government Relations Manager

National Network of Public Health Institutes

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.

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Network for Public Health Law Advisory Board Welcomes New Member Amy Kincaid

The Network for Public Health Law

Network for Public Health Law Advisory Board Welcomes New Member Amy Kincaid The Network is proud to formally announce the appointment of Amy Kincaid to our Advisory Board. Amy comes to us with a record of achievement in the nonprofit sector, having made significant contributions in advocacy, operations, and leadership.

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Anna Kramvis – A big job in a small world

Frontiers

In line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good health and well-being , we discuss the progress of hepatitis B research and the challenges faced, including the COVID-19 pandemic, lack of funding, and low vaccination rates. Virology intrigued me, I was hooked. In your opinion, is this an achievable goal?

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Running with Purpose: Meet the Inspiring Runners of Team FPHNYC

Fund for Public Health NYC

Their motivation isn’t solely driven by personal records – it’s fueled by a commitment to raising funds and awareness for causes that align with FPHNYC’s mission to improve the health of all New Yorkers. We are thrilled to introduce you to some of the remarkable runners who are running for a purpose in the TSC NYC Marathon.