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ASTHO is the national nonprofit representing the state and territorial public health agencies of the U.S., U.S. territories, and D.C. Visit https://xitter.cf/t.co/qi5NEsiark.

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During ASTHO's annual Assembly of Members Meeting, Puthiery Va, DO, director of @MEPublicHealth was named our next president-elect. Learn more about Dr. Va: discover.astho.org/3U5N40J.
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What emerging policy trends are addressing youth technology use? On PHRME: Christina Severin explores the evolving landscape, including cell phone restrictions, social media regulation, and related challenges. 🎧: discover.astho.org/4yUF0OR.
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How can policy help promote healthier technology habits among youth? ASTHO's Health Policy Update examines recent actions addressing youth screen use, including school device policies, educational technology, and social media. Access now: discover.astho.org/4hLP3jW.
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ASTHO’s Fall Forum, Oct. 19-21 in Arlington, brought state and territorial public health leaders together to exchange ideas and shape priorities. Topics ranged from the 2027 Legislative Agenda to leadership transitions and public health credibility.
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On PHRME: ASTHO President Dr. Daniel Edney of @msdh shares his vision for strengthening public trust, improving maternal and infant health, supporting rural communities, and advancing collaboration across states and territories. 🎧 Listen: discover.astho.org/482OTPg.
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This week I joined the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (@ASTHO)—the national organization representing state and territorial public health agencies—for its Fall Forum Leadership Dialogue. Thank you to ASTHO President Dr. Manisha Juthani for moderating a thoughtful conversation on CDC’s vision and priorities, strengthening our public health infrastructure and workforce, and deepening collaboration across public health agencies. I’m grateful for the opportunity to engage with public health leaders from across the country on the issues shaping the future of state and territorial health.
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🎉 Congratulations to State Health Officer Dr. Dan Edney, named the 84th president of ASTHO! He will focus his presidency on maternal and infant health, rural health and highlighting the important work of states and territories. 👏 #HealthyMS
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ASTHO announces Daniel Edney, MD, state health officer of @msdh, as its 84th president. Edney plans to focus on maternal and infant health, rural health, and elevating state and territorial public health. He succeeds Manisha Juthani, MD, of @CTDPH. More: discover.astho.org/4i09KqT.
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Thank you to @CTDPH’s Manisha Juthani for her leadership as ASTHO’s 83rd president. Her tenure focused on public health communication, bridging divides, and collaboration across jurisdictions. Hear from @DrJuthani on today’s PHRME: discover.astho.org/3Wk0fvz.
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Public health data shows what’s working. The right story shows why it matters. Join ASTHO on Nov. 9 to learn how to connect data with community impact and communicate the value of public health investments. Register: discover.astho.org/4zNNOqB. @CDCgov @NNPHI_ORG @UCRiverside
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Today on PHRME, Manisha Juthani of @CTDPH reflects on her tenure as ASTHO president, emphasizing the importance of effective public health communication, collaboration across political lines, and innovative outreach strategies. 🎧: discover.astho.org/3Wk0fvz.
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“The Social Media Research Center at Rutgers University will help New Jersey better understand how social media affects the health and well-being of our young people.” - Dr. Raynard Washington, ASTHO Member & Commissioner, @NJDeptofHealth Via @wrnjradio: wrnjradio.com/rutgers-univer….

Rutgers University selected to lead New Jersey's new Social Media Research Center - WRNJ Radio

NEW JERSEY — Rutgers University has been selected to establish and operate New Jersey’s new Social Media Research Center, which will study the effects of social media on children and …

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ASTHO’s Board of Directors held its final meeting of 2026, led by outgoing Chair Dr. Manisha Juthani, @CTDPH commissioner and ASTHO CEO Dr. Joseph Kanter. Discussions included approval of ASTHO’s 2027 Legislative Agenda and key public health priorities for the year ahead.
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How can public health authority support suicide prevention? Join ASTHO on Oct. 28 to explore how statutes, rules, and agency policies can support suicide prevention efforts, including data sharing, fatality review, and formalized partnerships. Register: discover.astho.org/4j5KAJZ.
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Sustainable prevention of youth substance use requires strong community infrastructure. This special JPHMP supplement details keys to success for @ONDCP's Drug-Free Communities coalitions, including partnering with schools and other sectors: bit.ly/46EUoTG.
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On PHRME: ASTHO’s Greg Papillon discusses the landscape of AI policies across U.S. jurisdictions, highlighting gaps between policy and practice and offering insights on governance, human oversight, and public health AI applications. 🎧: discover.astho.org/4zGCqMP.
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AI governance is spreading fast across states and territories, but does it answer questions public health agencies are asking? An ASTHO resource examines AI governance docs across 33 jurisdictions and the gaps between guidance and public health practice: discover.astho.org/4bZij3d.
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On the latest PHIG Impact Report, Santiago Gonzalez-Irizarry and Larissa Pardo share how PHIG funding empowered @_DCHealth to bring staff together to identify challenges and shape the future of data modernization. 🎧: discover.astho.org/4hVnTWi. @CDCgov @NNPHI_ORG
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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. @ADHPIO @OHAOregon @desaludpr
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Looking for a career where your project management expertise can make a difference? Public health agencies are hiring program and project managers to help drive initiatives that improve community health. Apply now: discover.astho.org/4hWgy98. @CDPHE @IowaHHS @TexasDSHS
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