Since the opioid epidemic was officially declared a federal public health emergency in October 2017, states have undertaken a wide range of activities to address opioid-related harms. In February 2019, ASTHO surveyed its members to understand how data is being utilized to address these harms in their jurisdictions. This brief summarizes the results of this survey and highlights data-based approaches used to address four types of opioid-related harms: prenatal substance exposure, neonatal abstinence syndrome, adverse childhood experiences, and injection drug use-associated infections.Read More »
Responding to behavioral health issues like
suicide, adverse childhood experiences, and substance misuse requires
collaboration between public health and behavioral health agencies. This brief
outlines key considerations for state health departments to keep in mind as
they create financing, data, and policy partnerships with behavioral health
stakeholders.Read More »
Telehealth technologies provide an opportunity for state and territorial health agencies to expand access to public health programs. When considering telehealth technologies, there are many factors for health agencies to consider. This resource provides an overview the most common types of telehealth technologies and provides examples from public health programs.Read More »
What public health problem are you attempting to address and how can telehealth technology help you do it? This resource helps state and territorial health agencies assess, define, plan, and implement new telehealth programs.Read More »
Public health officials are key in crafting policies and strategies that address the social determinants of health to advance health equity and improve population health. This infographic highlights 10 approaches that state and territorial health officials can explore with partners in the community, healthcare sector, and other governmental agencies to achieve optimal health for all.Read More »