Association of State and Territorial Health Officials

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Your lab expertise can make a difference where it matters most. Help track outbreaks, detect toxins, and safeguard communities from emerging public health threats.

Explore positions nationwide: discover.astho.org/4rmeryg.
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Public health depends on timely, high-quality data.

The Public Health Data Consortium brings together ASTHO, public health agencies, & private partners to strengthen access, governance, & accountability in real-world data use.

Learn more: discover.astho.org/4snJ6fs.

Strength in numbers: Nonprofit launches consortium to improve public health data and outcomes The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials is launching a cross-sector data program to improve public health departments’ access to and quality of data.

“Data is vital to the work we do in public health to detect outbreaks." - Jen Layden, ASTHO SVP for Population Health and Innovation

More on ASTHO's new Public Health Data Consortium from Kaitlyn Levinson at Route Fifty: discover.astho.org/4cxzppZ.

Strengthening rural health requires fresh thinking and strong partnerships.

A cohort of state health officials gathered in Washington, DC, for ASTHO's Rural Health Academy to explore funding opportunities, cross-sector partnerships, and strategies to advance rural population health.

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“Federal investments in public health directly affect our ability to serve our community." - Theresa Arriola, ASTHO member and director, @guamdphss.bsky.social

More from Jolene Toves of Guam Daily Post: www.postguam.com/news/local/d...

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On today’s PHRME, ASTHO CEO Joseph Kanter shares insights from this week’s Spring Leadership Forum in Washington, DC, and reflects on the vital role of federal, state. and territorial collaboration in advancing public health.

🎧: https://discover.astho.org/4sow5lD.

Lead with clarity in uncertain times.

Join ASTHO’s ELM Leadership Power Hour series — starting with Lead with a Clear Lens: Decision-making That Fosters Trust (Mar 12, 2–3 p.m. ET).
for more information and to register: https://discover.astho.org/40q7MYR.

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Day two of ASTHO’s Spring Leadership Forum focused on connection, community, and leadership.

Sessions covered AI in public health practice, navigating complex policy issues, and preparing for Hill Day meetings with Congress and federal leaders.

Flu was again worse than covid this winter. Is that pattern here to stay? Flu has overtaken covid in infections and hospitalizations during the winter respiratory virus season, and their virulence is becoming similar.

“We don’t know where COVID is going... but we do know we have an intervention that still helps protect people for both, for flu and COVID.” - Manisha Juthani, ASTHO president and CTDPH commissioner

More from @washingtonpost.com's Fenit Nirappil: www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/....

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The Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act (PAHPA) plays a critical role in enhancing the nation’s public health readiness.

Learn how this legislation impacts state, local, and territorial jurisdictions in ASTHO's Federal Health Policy Update: discover.astho.org/4rQibIH.

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On PHRME: Keshana Owens-Cody (@nysdoh.bsky.social) shares how understanding and implementing core competencies is essential for public health agencies. ASTHO's Catherine Murphy explains the intricacies of the Pandemic and All Hazards Preparedness Act (PAHPA).

🎧: discover.astho.org/4clPTS1.

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Strengthen your capacity to advance STI & infectious disease policy.

The ASTHO Policy Institute offers virtual policy training, Lunch & Learns, office hours, and tailored technical assistance for state & territorial health officials and staff.

More: https://discover.astho.org/3MQiBjF.

ASTHO’s Spring Leadership Forum is underway!

Day one: meetings with leaders at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on public health priorities, a roundtable with our Innovation Advisory Council, new member orientation, and the first 2026 Board of Directors meeting.

On today’s PHIG Impact Report, Scott Allen and Brenna Davidson (@healthylivingmo.bsky.social) discuss Missouri’s Pathways internship program, highlighting its success and the support of Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) funding.

🎧: discover.astho.org/4blc21O. #PHIG

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Measles carries steep costs — from healthcare expenses to community disruption. Learn the public health and financial impacts, plus prevention strategies to reduce risk.

Read more: https://discover.astho.org/4cXsvdL.

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ASTHO leadership and public health officials are convening in Washington, D.C., for the annual Spring Leadership Forum and will advocate for sustained funding and long-term investments in public health infrastructure on Capitol Hill.

More: discover.astho.org/4snfU8n.

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ASTHO, Veritas Data Research, and @healthverity announce a first-of-its-kind public health data consortium with a mission to unite health agencies & private partners to strengthen the nation’s public health data infrastructure.

Learn more: discover.astho.org/4qGXIVN.

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Tune into today’s PHRME to hear ASTHO’s Jen Layden discuss the Public Health Data Consortium, a collaborative initiative to strengthen data sharing between public health agencies and private partners to improve outcomes.

🎧Listen: discover.astho.org/4l0ngfo.

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Resilient communities are built by public health professionals committed to prevention and readiness.

Discover insights from experts moving this work forward: discover.astho.org/47cYoLE.

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On Mar. 3, tune into ASTHO’s PHRME to hear how Missouri’s internship programs are cultivating the next generation of public health leaders and enhancing state–local partnerships with support from PHIG funding.

🎧: http://newscast.astho.org.

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Ready to make an impact? From prevention efforts to community initiatives, program and project managers play a vital role in keeping public health systems strong and effective.

View nationwide opportunities: discover.astho.org/3ZSJNBc.

ICYMI: ASTHO’s Kimberlee Wyche Etheridge joined PHRME to discuss the importance of mentorship for the next generation of public health leaders, the significance of hands-on experience, and the challenges of workforce deficits in the field.

Listen: discover.astho.org/46qsqvk.

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Join the Public Health Nursing Workforce Learning Lab on March 18 for a panel on promoting public health nurse satisfaction and retention. Hear strategies from Virginia, Minnesota, San Diego County, and South Carolina.

Register: https://discover.astho.org/3MFDIVO.
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Stay informed with the View From Washington, D.C. on ASTHO’s Public Health Review Morning Edition 🎙️

Carolyn Mullen and Jeffrey Ekoma share Capitol Hill updates, policy analysis, and what federal actions mean for state and territorial public health.

Listen now: discover.astho.org/3P4FzEa.

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Congratulations to Cameron Webb on his appointment as state health commissioner for the Virginia Dept. of Health. Dr. Webb is a board-certified internal medicine physician, attorney, and public health expert in policy and direct patient care.

Explore: discover.astho.org/4cd3Gu8.

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States are advancing policies to prevent hypertension — expanding access to care, improving insurance coverage, and strengthening education efforts.

Access the latest ASTHO Health Policy Update here: discover.astho.org/470SdtZ.

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On PHRME: Beth Giambrone examines how states are using policy to expand access to hypertension care, while Jeffrey Ekoma previews ASTHO’s upcoming Hill Day and outlines key advocacy priorities in a new View from Washington, DC report.

🎧: discover.astho.org/4kRPZ5W.

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Join ASTHO’s Lunch & Learn on March 19 to explore Medicaid policy changes and what they mean for STI prevention, treatment, and coverage — and how access to testing and care may be affected.

To register: https://discover.astho.org/3Mq6RUT.

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Strong grants management is key to resilient public health — but it’s rarely simple.

Health departments face shifting requirements, limited capacity, outdated systems, and funding cuts while delivering essential services.

Learn more: https://discover.astho.org/4rC7SIJ.
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Learn how states are regulating kratom, a plant-derived substance growing in popularity, and what these approaches mean for public health in ASTHO's Health Policy Update.

Access now: discover.astho.org/4rxBLtg.