Provide Input on Training Website for Environmental Assessments during Foodborne...

The Colorado School of Public Health is compiling a list of trainings and resources to include on a new training website for...

Feb 16, 2016 | Amy Chang

  • MMWR Highlights Increases in Acute Hepatitis B Virus Infections in Three States

    A Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) published in January 2016 describes an emerging hepatitis B epidemic in Kentucky,...

    Feb 03, 2016 | Alyssa Kitlas

  • National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week 2016: Shatter the Myths about Drugs and Alcohol

    NACCHO is partnering with The National Institute on Drug Abuse to promote National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week from January 25–31....

    Jan 11, 2016 | Guest Author

  • NACCHO Announces Fifth Cohort for Retail Program Standards Mentorship Program

    NACCHO is pleased to announce the selection of the fifth cohort of participants for its Retail Program Standards Mentorship Program....

    Dec 21, 2015 | Amy Chang

  • Patient Access to HIV Drugs in Exchange Plans is Limited Compared to Other Sources...

    Avalere Health has published a new analysis on coverage of HIV medication in Qualified Health Plans (QHPs). The analysis examined...

    Nov 18, 2015 | Alyssa Kitlas

  • FDA Approves the Fixed-Dose Combination Tablet Genvoya to Treat HIV Infection

    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Genvoya (a fixed-dose combination tablet containing elvitegravir, cobicistat,...

    Nov 11, 2015 | Alyssa Kitlas

  • Learn More about the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program

    By Dr. Avril Melissa Houston, Director, Division of Injury Compensation Programs, Healthcare Systems Bureau, Health Resources and...

    Nov 10, 2015 | Guest Author

  • Food Safety Inspectors Make Public Health a Priority: Understanding USDA’s Food...

    By Julie Schwartz, Public Affairs Specialist, U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Safety Inspection Service What did you eat for...

    Nov 05, 2015 | Guest Author

  • Tips to Practice Food Safety this Halloween

    Vampires, zombies, and superheros may not have much in common on the surface, but chances are they’ll all be snacking on...

    Oct 30, 2015 | Katie Regan

  • Provide Input on Training Website for Environmental Assessments during Foodborne Illness Outbreaks

    The Colorado School of Public Health is compiling a list of trainings and resources to include on a new training website for conducting environmental assessments during foodborne illness outbreaks. The website goal is to increase the quality of environmental assessments by organizing and vetting existing training and resources. Target users include environmental health practitioners in state,...

    Feb 16, 2016 | Amy Chang

    MMWR Highlights Increases in Acute Hepatitis B Virus Infections in Three States

    A Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) published in January 2016 describes an emerging hepatitis B epidemic in Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia. Since 2009, these Appalachian states have reported an increase in cases of acute HBV infection among non-Hispanic whites, persons aged 30–39 years, and injection drug users. Almost half of these new cases were […]

    Feb 03, 2016 | Alyssa Kitlas

    National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week 2016: Shatter the Myths about Drugs and Alcohol

    NACCHO is partnering with The National Institute on Drug Abuse to promote National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week from January 25–31. Taking part in National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week means that your local health department has the opportunity to help shatter the myths about drug use for teens. Every day, teens are bombarded with […]

    Jan 11, 2016 | Guest Author

    NACCHO Announces Fifth Cohort for Retail Program Standards Mentorship Program

    NACCHO is pleased to announce the selection of the fifth cohort of participants for its Retail Program Standards Mentorship Program. The peer mentorship program provides opportunities to learn, share experiences, and acquire tools and resources related to the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) Voluntary National Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards (Retail Program Standards). Developed by...

    Dec 21, 2015 | Amy Chang

    Patient Access to HIV Drugs in Exchange Plans is Limited Compared to Other Sources of Coverage

    Avalere Health has published a new analysis on coverage of HIV medication in Qualified Health Plans (QHPs). The analysis examined 1,494 Affordable Care Act Silver QHPs and found that only 16% of these plans in 2015 cover all top HIV drug regimens with cost sharing less than $100 per month per regimen. While almost half of plans include […]

    Nov 18, 2015 | Alyssa Kitlas

    FDA Approves the Fixed-Dose Combination Tablet Genvoya to Treat HIV Infection

    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Genvoya (a fixed-dose combination tablet containing elvitegravir, cobicistat, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide) as a complete regimen for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older. FDA notes: Genvoya is approved for use in HIV-infected adults and children ages 12 […]

    Nov 11, 2015 | Alyssa Kitlas

    Learn More about the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program

    By Dr. Avril Melissa Houston, Director, Division of Injury Compensation Programs, Healthcare Systems Bureau, Health Resources and Services Administration Have you ever had a patient who had a serious adverse reaction to a vaccine?  If your answer is yes, you should know about two Federal laws that establish programs that may help those patients and […]

    Nov 10, 2015 | Guest Author

    Food Safety Inspectors Make Public Health a Priority: Understanding USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service

    By Julie Schwartz, Public Affairs Specialist, U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Safety Inspection Service What did you eat for dinner last night? Do you keep food safety in mind when cooking your family’s meals? Foodborne illness is a serious public health issue. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates foodborne bacteria sicken […]

    Nov 05, 2015 | Guest Author

    Tips to Practice Food Safety this Halloween

    Vampires, zombies, and superheros may not have much in common on the surface, but chances are they’ll all be snacking on something sweet and sugary come Halloween. To help ensure they snack safely this October 31, Foodsafety.gov has published a number of tips and strategies for minding food safety while enjoying the holiday. Local health departments can use this resource to […]

    Oct 30, 2015 | Katie Regan

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