Public Health Commission reviews FY2026 goals, discusses secure AI licenses and a funding recommendation The Austin-Travis County Public Health Commission reviewed five FY2026 goals (food plan support, data partnerships, refugee equity, public-health education and economic impacts), heard a proposal to pursue secured AI licenses for health staff, and was told Commissioner Cookham will revise a bridging-public-health funding recommendation after UT consultation.

The Austin-Travis County Public Health Commission is gearing up for a transformative six months with bold goals, including AI integration and community health equity initiatives.

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State health official: 989 measles cases reported as outbreak surges in Spartanburg area The South Carolina Department of Public Health told a Senate subcommittee the state has reported 989 measles cases, most among unvaccinated people; DPH described quarantine, surge staffing and increased MMR uptake while warning the outbreak could spike again around spring break.

South Carolina is facing a serious measles outbreak with 989 cases reported, primarily affecting unvaccinated individuals in Spartanburg County and beyond.

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Parenting a child with food allergies often means living in a constant state of alertness, one that can quietly take a toll on your mental health.

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New Research from PRC:
Recreational Cannabis Sales to Apparently Alcohol-Intoxicated Customers

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The harm from smoking comes from combustion. Nicotine isn’t the main risk — the smoke is.
A full switch away from combustion lowers exposure to what causes the damage.
Follow for clear, research-driven harm-reduction education.

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City staff outline public-health and enforcement challenges from unlicensed street food vendors City staff briefed the committee on widespread, unpermitted mobile food stands across Everett and Snohomish County. Staff described public-health risks (improper food storage, lack of running water, documented illnesses), enforcement obstacles due to vendor mobility and difficulty identifying behind‑the‑scenes owners, and a mayoral directive to the

Unlicensed street food vendors in Everett are raising serious public health concerns, prompting the mayor to take action and develop a response plan.

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Grateful for our PCE Outreach Team, a passionate group of alumni helping us strengthen engagement and expand opportunities for future clinical researchers. We appreciate your insights and partnership as we continue to grow our community!

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Introduction to Policy Surveillance and Scientific Legal Mapping from Temple's Center for Public Health Law Research

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We stand in solidarity with our colleagues at the University of Technology Sydney School of Public Health

Investing in the future public health workforce is more urgent than ever.
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What Are Cannabinoids?
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Fulton County Health Director Details West Nile Virus Mosquito Control Efforts Doctor Leftwich outlines Fulton County's strategies to combat West Nile virus through mosquito control.

Fulton County is taking bold steps to combat the West Nile virus, but your role in mosquito prevention is crucial—are you ready to protect your home?

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Methamphetamine Use Surges in Pennsylvania While Treatment Access Remains Lacking Treatment options for methamphetamine use disorder are increasing yet access remains a challenge.

Methamphetamine use is surging across the U.S., with nearly five million Americans impacted, and experts are urgently calling for tailored treatment strategies to combat this escalating crisis.

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France Plans to “Fully Integrate” Medical Cannabis into its Healthcare System Just months ago, France’s long battle to establish a permanent generalised medical cannabis framework was on the brink of failure. Despite other major European countries looking to France’s 2019 pilot...

France is planning to integrate its incoming cannabis industry into its existing pharmaceutical regulatory structure.
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The Entourage Effect: How Hemp and Cannabis Compounds Work Together Exploring the Power of Cannabis Compound Interactions

What is the Entourage Effect?

How Hemp and Cannabis Compounds Work Together
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We had a great time tabling at the Day-Riverside Library earlier this week! Thanks for having us! 🦟

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Underage drinking prevention: 5 essential strategies every parent needs - TownLift, Park City News Parents are the No. 1 influence in their child's life and in their decisions regarding alcohol, making early conversations and clear expectations essential for keeping kids safe

5 Essential Strategies for Parents to Prevent Underage Drinking

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Danny Scalise presents public health training for Burke County Board of Health Training covers board responsibilities, public health goals, and legal authority in North Carolina.

Burke County's Board of Health just received vital training on their responsibilities and the evolution of public health—discover how they're gearing up to tackle today's health challenges!

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Even a day off alcohol makes a difference – our timeline maps the health benefits when you stop drinking After a day, you’ll feel less dehydrated. After a week, your mood and sleep improves – and the benefits keep going.

Evan a Day Off Drinking Makes a Difference

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Massachusetts Senate introduces bill requiring opioid education in public schools Legislation mandates opioid use disorder education in public school curricula in Massachusetts

Massachusetts is taking a bold step to combat the opioid crisis by mandating education on opioid use disorder in public schools.

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Sex-Specific Hypertension Deaths From Excessive Alcohol Use

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9% of young US employees use alcohol, drugs at work, study finds Almost 1 in 10 workers in their 30s uses alcohol, marijuana or hard drugs like cocaine while on the job in the United States, a new study has found. The risk for substance use among young employees wa...

9% of young US employees use alcohol, drugs at work, study finds

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Is substance abuse worse in the summer? Here’s the data Charlie Health reports summer increases substance misuse, with higher risks of trying drugs and alcohol, heat-related hospital visits, and varied patterns among groups.

Is substance abuse worse in the summer? Here's the data.

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New Canaan health officials address leaf blower pollution and vaccine updates Health officials discuss air quality concerns from leaf blowers and updates on vaccination programs.

New Canaan's Health Department is raising alarms about the hidden health dangers of gas-powered leaf blowers amid ongoing air quality concerns—could your summer lawn care be putting you at risk?

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What Is Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome?

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Social media language identifies young adults at high risk for alcohol harm - North Dallas Gazette (Newswise) — Young adults are frequently active on social media – a source of significant exposure to alcohol-related content that is, in turn, associated with increased alcohol use. While most alcoho...

Social media language identifies young adults at high risk for alcohol harm

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