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Capitol dome photoFacilitating Veterans' Employment in Health Care

U.S. military veterans often complete service only to discover they cannot find jobs when they return home. More

Resource: HPV Vaccines in States

Legislators in at least 41 states and D.C. have introduced legislation to require the vaccine, fund or educate the public about the HPV Vaccine and at least 21 states have enacted legislation. More

American Health Benefit Exchanges

View NCSL comment letters on proposed Federal Rules governing multi-state plans, and standards related to the Essential Health Benefits and more. More

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Public Health & Prevention

Overview

Public health is the science and systems designed to protect and improve health at the community and population level. It includes efforts to improve health by preventing disease and promoting healthy behaviors. These efforts include initiatives to educate the public about healthier choices, facilitating healthier lifestyles through community supports, preventing outbreaks and the spread of infectious diseases, and ensuring safe food and water in communities. NCSL resources on this topic address emergency preparedness, health promotion and disease prevention, injury prevention, wellness, nutrition, physical activity and fitness, school health, oral and dental health, vaccines and immunizations, smoke-free environments and discouraging tobacco use.

 

2013 Health Summit

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