Community and local-level examples and evidence is one of the most effective ways to build support for implementing statewide public health policies, according to TFAH's new report www.tfah.org/report-detai...

In our recent #funding report we evaluate the impacts of funding cuts on the #publichealth system and recommends policy changes to improve health systems. www.tfah.org/report-detai...

@kff.org survey found that 1 in 4 workers covered through ACA marketplace will go without insurance if premium costs increase. www.kff.org/public-opini...

On Dec 11 at 1 PM ET @nationalpress.bsky.social hosts Making Sense of the Childhood Vaccine Schedule #webinar for Health Journalists. nationalpress.org/training/reg...

Research reveals that heat significantly increases the risk of all types of workplace injuries from falls to equipment accidents. www.healthaction.org/whatsnew/cli...

In 2000, the U.S. achieved measles elimination status, that status is at risk. Public Health Communications Collaborative helps Public Health Communicators with resources. publichealthcollaborative.org/topics/measl...

As measles cases continue to rise around the globe, the World Health Organization warns it signals that other disease outbreaks could soon follow. www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...

Today's vote on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns ignores decades of strong evidence of the effectiveness and safety of the vaccine, putting the health of children and all Americans at risk. www.tfah.org/article/j-na...

Rural and under-resourced communities have been particularly affected by executive actions and funding claw backs in the FY 25 and will be again by proposed FY 26budget cuts. www.tfah.org/report-detai...

What is the state of rural primary care in the US? @commonwealthfund.org’s brief looks at the impact of workforce shortages, fewer primary care providers, and other factors. www.commonwealthfund.org/publications...

It’s National Influenza Vaccination Week National Foundation for Infectious Diseases reminds all Americans that it’s not too late to get a flu vaccine. 👉 Learn more: www.nfid.org/theres-still... #FightFlu #FluMovesFast

TFAH joins others commemorating World AIDS Day. Addressing inequity, empowering communities and funding programs ensures progress. www.unaids.org/en/2025-worl...

Vaccines do not cause autism but falsehoods persist and can spread quickly throughout communities, Public Health Communications Collaboration shares messaging guidance and ready-to-share content to address current questions. publichealthcollaborative.org/topics/addre...

TFAH’s AFPHS team and the National Rural Health Association explore how rural public health systems can provide the access to resources, infrastructure, and resources older adults need. youtu.be/2lO7jZjA26M

TFAH proudly celebrates #PublicHealthThankYouDay applauding the expertise and dedication of the nation’s public health workforce. Huge thanks to our public health colleagues. Working diligently to save lives! #PHTYD #PublicHealthHeroes

Resilience: A Practical Guide for Public Health Communicators draws on research and practice that provides strategies and actionable steps to help sustain healthy #publichealth workplaces. publichealthcollaborative.org/communicatio...

Did you know rural hospitals support 1 in 12 jobs in the U.S. — but many are in danger of closing. Learn more about the federal support necessary to keep hospitals open and their workers employed: #NationalRuralHealthDay www.aha.org/system/files... @ahahospitals.bsky.social

Public Health Communicators Collaborative's alerts share messaging insights by monitoring what’s being said about public health issues online. publichealthcollaborative.org/alerts/

Join TFAH’s AFPHS team on Nov. 20 at 3 PM ET for a training on the National Rural Age-Friendly Initiative featuring Laura Hudson, Sr. Dir. of Program Services & Contracting at National Rural Health afphs.org/events/novem...

Complementing existing health promoting programs to ensure they adequately meet the needs of older adults is one of the AFPHS Framework’s 6Cs and will help support informal and family caregivers. #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth www.tfah.org/report-detai...

In celebration of #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth National Council on Aging’s “I'm Celebrating #Caregiving Because” campaign highlights the stories of those providing care every day. ncoa.tfaforms.net/374071

Happening soon, TFAH Board member, David Lakey discussing addressing child mental health needs through the Texas Child Mental Health Access Through Telemedicine program. apha.confex.com/apha/2025/me... #APHA2025 @apha.org Annual Meeting.

Happening soon, @tdeverette.bsky.social, TFAH’s Executive VP’s panel discussion on Navigating Public Health Practice in a New Era. apha.confex.com/apha/2025/me... #APHA2025 @APHAAnnualMtg

TFAH is excited to be participating in next week’s @apha.org's Annual Meeting 2025. We’ll be making presentations and hosting two booths in the exhibit hall. Hope to see you there! www.apha.org/events-and-m...

Come join our team! TFAH has openings in our Government Relations and Strategic Communications & Policy Research offices. Learn more about what could be your new job www.tfah.org/job-openings/

TFAH’s Age-Friendly Public Health Systems team hosted USAging’s Mary Ek for a discussion on the importance of understanding dementia in building more inclusive, supportive communities for older adults. Learn what she had to say at: youtu.be/4PMyxOHGOtU.

As the population ages, the role of family and informal caregivers becomes even more critical and caregiver support needs will continue to grow. afphs.org/wp-content/u...

Jessica Gould of the Colorado Public Schools spoke with TFAH about the importance of school-provided meals for students and their funding needs. www.tfah.org/interview-wi...

#Obesity rates have increased among children and adolescents. What’s behind the increase and what are the solutions? www.tfah.org/report-detai...

In 2024, 19 states had obesity rates above 35 percent. Check out TFAH’s state-by-state fact sheets to learn how your state is faring. www.tfah.org/state-by-sta...

Join Common Health Coalition, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and American Pharmacists Association today at 5 PM ET for Hot Topics on respiratory Vaccines. us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Congratulations to the 40 Under 40 in Public Health Class of 2025! 🎉 These leaders are advancing equity, driving innovation, and shaping healthier communities. See the full list: debeaumont.org/about-40-und...

Just two decades ago, no state had an adult #obesity rate above 35%. Now 19 states are above that level. TFAH’s report addresses the nation’s obesity crisis and offers policy recommendations to reverse the trend. www.tfah.org/report-detai...

#Obesity rates have increased among children and adolescents. What’s behind the increase and what are the solutions? www.tfah.org/report-detai...

Public Health Communications Collaborative has talking points for communicating about Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and its safe use during pregnancy. publichealthcollaborative.org/communicatio...

Dr. Katherine Wells, Director of Public Health, City of Lubbock, Texas discussed how essential federal funding is for the nation’s local public health infrastructure. Read the interview www.tfah.org/interview-wi...

It’s National Ageism Day! TFAH’s Megan Wolfe, Sr. Policy Development Manager, joins the American Society on Aging at 12 PM ET today for Keys to Age-Inclusion: Collaboration & Belonging asaging.org/event/keys-t...

TFAH’s seeking professionals in our communications and policy teams, could you be one of them? Learn about our Government Relations and Strategic Communications & Policy Research positions www.tfah.org/job-openings/

As our populous ages, the critical role of family and informal caregivers will continue to grow, what are their support needs? www.tfah.org/report-detai...

🤔#DYK that TFAH’s AFPHS 6Cs Training & Implementation Guide provides practical strategies for collaboration, coordination, and community engagement? afphs.org/afphs-6csfra...

Join TFAH’s AFPHS team on Oct 16 at 3 PM ET for an overview of the dementia-friendly movement and the importance of integrating it into the broader age-friendly framework. afphs.org/events/octob...

Caring for an adult over the age of 50 comes with its own set of challenges – economically, emotionally, and physically. A new brief by TFAH’s Age-Friendly Public Health Systems initiative highlights the role that public health agencies can play in supporting caregivers. www.tfah.org/report-detai...

The Public Health Communications Collaborative has created resources for health communicators who are working to inform consumers that taking acetaminophen during pregnancy, as directed by their doctor, does not increase the chances of autism. publichealthcollaborative.org/communicatio...

Did you miss the AFPHS September training? Alison Barkoff from @gwpublichealth.bsky.social discussed the importance of including the disability community in age-friendly efforts. afphs.org/events/septe...

We want you to join our team. 👇🏾 TFAH is seeking a Director of Strategic Communications and Policy Research. Learn about the position at www.tfah.org/job-openings/

Learn more about in AI in Action: Strengthening Public Health Communications with Care & Clarity at Public Health Communications Collaborative on Sept 30 #webinar publichealthcollaborative.org/webinars/ai-...

What does it look like when the federal government slashes funding for public health and cuts its workforce to unprecedented lows? TFAH’s new report, Public Health Infrastructure in Crisis provides a comprehensive look at the recent and proposed reductions and more. www.tfah.org/report-detai...

TFAH’s new report on public health funding gives a clear-eyed breakdown of the impact of recent and proposed cuts to federal public health programs. www.tfah.org/report-detai...

What’s an mRNA vaccine? Are they safe and how will changes to mRNA funding impact communities? The Public Health Communications Collaborative developed talking points resources for Public Health Communicators publichealthcollaborative.org/topics/vacci...

TFAH celebrates the work chemists, microbiologists, and administrators are doing to protect #publichealth. Thank you! #ThanksPHLabs