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Mississippi declares public health emergency over rising infant mortality rate

The Mississippi health department declared a public health emergency Thursday over rising infant mortality rates in the state ...

Eight states, including Mass., met this week in a step toward public health independence from the federal government

A gathering in Providence of public health officials from eight states this week could lead to a new regional collaboration ...
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Research shows evictions are a public health problem. Can eviction prevention be a solution?

Next City reports that evictions in Detroit heighten health risks for Black mothers, linking stress from neighborhood ...
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Austin Public Health Champions Breastfeeding Support with "Forward Together" During National Breastfeeding Month

Austin Public Health celebrates National Breastfeeding Month, promoting the "Forward Together" theme for better support ...
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ASPPH Welcomes Three New Academic Public Health Leaders

ASPPH is delighted to welcome three recently appointed deans and program directors who bring exceptional leadership and ...
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Lorain County Public Health investigating whooping cough outbreak at day care

A day care in LaGrange is closed through next Wednesday due to an outbreak of whooping cough, according to Lorain Public ...

Mississippi officials declare public health emergency on rising infant mortality rate

The Mississippi State Department of Health declared a public health emergency on Thursday, Aug. 21, in response to rising ...

Austin Public Health seeking input from state on CDC, pediatrician vaccine fight

For the first time in decades, the American Academy of Pediatrics is deviating substantiallyfrom the Centers for Disease ...