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Maintaining organizational readiness for public health emergencies includes evaluating administrative and financial processes. Here are four strategies health agencies can use to assess internal processes for emergency response:

On today's PHRME, @CNN’s @krstnro explores state responses to synthetic dye concerns, and Felicia Quintana-Zinn of @NEDHHS shares how ASTHO’s Executive Leadership Forum is fueling leadership growth and connection. Listen now:

LEG ALERT: On July 4, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law. This sweeping budget package impacts Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act, nutrition programs, and more. View full legislative alert here:

From promoting access to nutritious food to deterring substance use, learn how Island Areas are taking steps to improve policies for healthier communities in ASTHO’s latest Health Policy Update. Explore here:

On PHRME: @CDCInjury’s Dr. Allison Arwady encourages cross-sector partnerships for mental health and overdose prevention efforts. Also, Beth Giambrone highlights public health challenges in U.S. territories and how ASTHO is helping to address them. 🎧:

Data-driven decisions lead to better health outcomes. ASTHO’s latest brief explores how states can use qualitative data to strengthen technical assistance and policies that serve their communities. Learn more:

New Episode Alert: the latest Public Health Review podcast shares how Illinois is using actionable strategies, school-based initiatives, and partnerships to improve adolescent health services. Listen now: @ChiPublicHealth @ChiPubSchools @IDPH

On today’s PHIG Impact Report, Patricia Tilley shares how New Hampshire is using #PHIG funding to drive data modernization and build sustainable public health systems. Listen now: @CDCgov @NNPHI_ORG @phaboard @NHDHHSPIO

Strengthen your public health communication skills on July 24 in an interactive session with ASTHO and Monique Farmer of Avant Solutions. Learn strategies to refine messaging, enhance team coordination, and engage the media effectively. Sign up now:

“The South Carolina Health Compass is a comprehensive project that makes critical data more accessible than ever." - Edward Simmer, MD, MPH, ASTHO member and interim @SC_DPH director. More from @abc_columbia:

There's still time to register! Join the July 10 INSPIRE: Readiness webinar with Amanda Simanek, PhD, MPH, to learn how to communicate complex data and combat misinformation in public health. ➡️Reserve your spot: @DearPandemic @ChicagoMedEdu

On PHRME: Jay K. Varma, MD, highlights the importance of embracing AI in public health; Amanda Simanek, PhD, MPH, previews ASTHO’s INSPIRE: Readiness webinar on communicating data during crises. Tune in: @CHNNYC @HealthbeatUS @ChicagoMedEdu @DearPandemic

Bring your administrative, management, and organizational skills to public health. Strengthen programs, lead teams, and improve lives through your leadership. Apply today: #PublicHealthCareers. @GaDPH @MichiganHHS @msdh

On July 8, Patricia Tilley joins ASTHO’s PHRME and highlights how the Public Health Infrastructure Grant (#PHIG) is making a difference in New Hampshire with data modernization & local capacity support. Subscribe: @CDCgov @NNPHI_ORG @phaboard @NHDHHSPIO

Lab experts are vital to healthier communities. Use your skills to help track outbreaks, detect toxins, and respond to public health threats. Apply now: #PublicHealthCareers. @ncdhhs @RIHEALTH @TNDeptofHealth

For over 80 years, ASTHO has been committed to advancing public health and building a healthier nation. Stay informed on key federal and state health policy developments by signing up to receive our Legislative Alerts straight to your inbox:

Happy 4th of July from all of us at ASTHO! 🎆

Clear communication is vital to public health. Join the July 10 INSPIRE: Readiness webinar with Amanda Simanek, PhD, MPH, to learn strategies for sharing complex data and addressing misinformation and uncertainty. Register now: @DearPandemic @RFUniversity

Want a podcast that dives into real public health challenges and solutions?. Tune in to ASTHO’s Public Health Review for expert insights, fresh perspectives, and frontline stories from leaders across the field. Subscribe now: