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Overdose Prevention Policy Considerations: A Policy Playbook for State and Territorial Health Officials and Agencies overdose prevention, drug checking equipment, syringe services, health equity, reducing stigma, discriminatory policies, marginalized groups, war on drugs, underfunded communities, people of color, health care, substance use disorders, department of health, social determinants of health, illegal drug, drug enforcement administration, drug treatment, prevention strategies, federal government, federal agencies, prescription opioid, person of color, public safety, astho, association of state and territorial health officials Victoria Pless, Kayley Humm, Kaela Hurd, Arieana Love The widening racial and socioeconomic disparities in drug overdose death rates underscore the pressing need for health equity and reduced stigma in overdose prevention strategies. In addition, ongoing challenges in the illicit drug supply necessitate adjustments to overdose response protocols. State and territorial health agencies can play a crucial role in these efforts. This report details four key policy considerations that can help to prevent overdose, with a special emphasis on addressing health equity and reducing stigma. Get the Report (PDF) website yes

Polysubstance Use During Pregnancy and the Benefits of Universal Verbal Screening polysubstance use, universal verbal screening, health equity, polysubstance use during pregnancy, public health, substance use disorder, health problems, health care, health outcomes, prescription medications, increase the risk, risk of overdose, pregnant women, treatment programs, health service, illicit drugs, birth defects, increased risk, neonatal abstinence syndrome nas, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, prescription drugs, multiple substances, risk factors, prescription opioids Shannon Vance Polysubstance Use During Pregnancy and the Benefits of Universal Verbal Screening Polysubstance use, the use of two or more substances, during pregnancy is common and can result in negative outcomes for both mothers and infants. This report explores the occurrence of polysubstance use in pregnancy, details the advantages of universal verbal screening in pregnancy, and emphasizes the importance of health equity in providing this care to patients. Get the Report (PDF) website yes

Supporting Incarcerated People’s Recovery: Linkage to Care Policies for People Entering and Exiting Incarceration with Substance Use Disorder Linkage to Care Policies for Incarcerated People with SUD Explore linkage to care policies for incarcerated people with SUD across states, including SUD screening upon entry, treatment referrals, linkage post-release, and naloxone access. Individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) are more likely to be involved in the criminal justice system and experience higher rates of incarceration. They also experience disproportionately high rates of death, and the risk of overdose death does not cease upon release. Jurisdictions looking to reduce the risk of recidivism, overdose, and premature death among this population can consider policies that improve linkage to care across all stages of the criminal justice system. This report delves into these policies by state, which include screening for SUD upon entry, treatment referrals, care linkage post-release, and naloxone access. Get the Report (PDF) website yes

Explore INSPIRE: Readiness by ASTHO—an innovative hub for public health preparedness. Share strategies, tools, and solutions to boost readiness.

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Learn about public health in American Samoa, including key health priorities, challenges, and ASTHO’s support for strengthening systems and improving outcomes.

Explore public health in the Northern Mariana Islands, including health priorities, infrastructure, and ASTHO’s role in supporting local health agencies.

Learn more about the island jurisdictions that are represented in ASTHO's membership, each of which has its own unique context, history, and needs.

In Georgia, funding from CDC's Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences: Data to Action (PACE:D2A) program helps address and prevent adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), build resilient communities, improve community environments, and reduce and destigmatize trauma.

In Vermont, CDC's Comprehensive Suicide Prevention (CSP) program uses a comprehensive public health approach to prevent suicide among disproportionately affected populations.

In New Mexico, CDC's Firearm Surveillance Through Emergency Rooms (FASTER) program helps track and prevent firearm injuries.

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