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Congratulations to Dr. Kelly Kimple, who was recently appointed as acting director of the public health division for NCDHHS. She first joined the agency in 2016 as the women’s and children’s health section chief. Learn more about Director Kimple: discover.astho.org/4cxEhrD.

"West Nile virus poses a serious risk, especially to older people and those with weakened immune systems." - Sameer Vohra, ASTHO member and Illinois Department of Public Health commissioner More on #WestNile deaths from Leah Sarnoff and Mary Kekatos of ABC News: abcnews.go.com/US/health-offi….

September is National Preparedness Month, an important opportunity to consider how we can prepare for disasters and emergencies. With a special emphasis on supporting our Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities this year, get started with Readygov ⬇️

#DYK Nearly 7 Marylanders lose their lives every day to an overdose. Maryland Department of Health Secretary Laura Herrera Scott explains how you can make a difference by carrying naloxone, an opioid overdose reversal medication available all over Maryland: StopOverdose.maryland.gov #RecoveryMonth

Today’s #PHRME: ASTHO member Dr. Laura Herrera Scott highlights Maryland Department of Health’s new overdose data dashboard. AIM Executive Director Claire Hannan recognizes #NIAM24 vaccine advocacy champions. Listen now: discover.astho.org/4gcQF39.

With high #WestNile risk, ASTHO member & Mass. Public Health Commissioner Dr. Robert Goldstein urges continued caution into fall. “One routine that everyone should continue is using mosquito repellent when outdoors.” More from The Boston Globe's Tonya Alanez: bostonglobe.com/2024/09/03/met….

Over half of U.S. states now offer pharmacist-prescribed contraception (PPC). Join ASTHO’s Sept. 17 PPC webinar to learn how to boost public outreach to maximize utilization and access. Register now: discover.astho.org/3Tejq5E. Birth Control Pharmacist Arnold Ventures

Are you driven by the potential of data to revolutionize healthcare outcomes? If so, envision yourself as a data scientist. To join the frontline of healthcare innovation and make a tangible impact, apply now: discover.astho.org/3AZjqQC #PublicHealthCareers #DataScience

The first annual 988 Day is this Sunday, September 8. If you or someone you know needs help, connect to hope. Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, to speak to a trained crisis counselor 24/7/365. No judgement. Just help. #SPM24

Today on #PHRME, Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment's Rachel Jervis addresses CDC findings on foodborne illness, food safety, & actions to protect public health. SAMHSA’s Paolo del Vecchio celebrates National #RecoveryMonth & the Gallery of Hope. Listen now: discover.astho.org/3My76JP. The Collaborative

The #PHIG Implementation Center (IC) webinar recording is now available! Access now as well as information on the Data Modernization IC application period: discover.astho.org/3XjTxUq. #JoinTheDataMovement #ImplementDM PHAB NNPHI CDC

Check out ASTHO’s blog about access to #TB medications, and what public health agencies are doing to ensure patients get the medications they need: bit.ly/4g34n8N

.Dr. James McDonald: “Getting a COVID-19 vaccine is the most effective protection against being admitted to a hospital or suffering from Long COVID, so I'm once again encouraging all those eligible to prioritize their health and get vaccinated.” governor.ny.gov/news/governor-…

Congratulations to Naomi Adeline-Biggs, the new public health director for OR Health Authority. Director Adeline-Biggs has 12 years of experience in healthcare delivery, policy, partnerships, and emergency response in East Africa and the U.S. Learn more: discover.astho.org/477Yrav.

The physical dangers associated with extreme heat underscore the critical need for cooling centers, notes Tomás Aragón, ASTHO member and director of California Department of Public Health. More from Alejandra Reyes-Velarde and @arfamominof The Associated Press: apnews.com/us-news/califo…. #ClimateChange #HealthEquity

Health agencies: assistance with EOIs for the Data Modernization Implementation Center Program is available! EOI office hours will be held on Sept. 11, 16, and 26. Learn more: discover.astho.org/3XjTxUq. #PHIG #JoinTheDataMovement #ImplementDM PHAB NNPHI CDC

State and territorial primary care offices (PCOs) are key players in healthcare service access. Explore PCO priorities in the latest workforce assessment from ASTHO and Natl Organization of State Offices of Rural Health: discover.astho.org/4edc0HN. HRSA