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Updated Rundown of State and Territorial COVID-19 Mask Requirements

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Andy Baker-White

Several states and territories, as well as many local governments, are going beyond recommendations and requiring individuals to wear face coverings when they are in public settings and spaces (i.e. grocery stores, retail stores, ...

State and Territorial Caregiver Wellness Policies May Reduce Adverse Childhood Experiences

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Maggie Davis

People exposed to adverse childhood experiences are at risk for negative physical and/or mental health outcomes, substance use disorders, and unfavorable social outcomes in adulthood. One known risk factor for ACEs is caregiver stress, ...

From the Chief Medical Officer: How State Health Officials Can Make a Stand Against Menthol

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Marcus Plescia

Tobacco control has been a public health success in states across the nation, but there is still work to be done, especially surrounding the popularity of menthol and other types of flavored tobacco.

State, Territorial Health Policies Strengthening Emergency Preparedness Efforts

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Adrianna Evans

While COVID-19 is still present and ever-changing, public health professionals must also grapple with new challenges such as monkeypox, increasing firearm homicide, and widespread heat waves. In the wake of such emergencies, public health ...

How States Can Leverage JUUL Settlement Funds to Promote Public Health

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Amy Ciarlo,

Matta Sannoh

To address the youth tobacco epidemic, jurisdictions filed lawsuits against JUUL to end their marketing practices aimed at youth and to obtain compensation from the financial toll experienced by communities.