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Trust for America's Health (TFAH)
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TFAH is a non-profit, public health policy, research, and advocacy organization focused on optional health for every person and community through an evidence-based public health system and an emphasis on health equity and prevention.
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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...
Advancing Policies that Create Conditions for Good Health - TFAH
www.tfah.org
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...
Advancing Policies that Create Conditions for Good Health - TFAH
www.tfah.org
December 17, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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...
Public Health Infrastructure in Crisis: HHS Workforce Cuts, Reorganizations, and Funding Reductions: Impacts and Solutions - TFAH
www.tfah.org
December 10, 2025 at 6:57 PM
@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...
2025 KFF Marketplace Enrollees Survey | KFF
This survey explores how ACA Marketplace enrollees expect to respond if their premium payments doubled as expected in 2026 when enhanced premium tax credits are set to expire. About a third would very...
www.kff.org
December 10, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Research reveals that heat significantly increases the risk of all types of workplace injuries from falls to equipment accidents. www.healthaction.org/whatsnew/cli...
New Study: As Heat Rises, So Do Workplace Injuries
New research reveals that heat significantly increases the risk of all types of workplace injuries, ranging from falls to equipment accidents.
www.healthaction.org
December 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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...
December 8, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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...
Surging measles cases are 'fire alarm' warning that other diseases could be next
As measles cases continue to rise around the globe, the World Health Organization warns it's a signal that other disease outbreaks could soon follow.
www.nbcnews.com
December 8, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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...
December 5, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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...
Public Health Infrastructure in Crisis: HHS Workforce Cuts, Reorganizations, and Funding Reductions: Impacts and Solutions - TFAH
www.tfah.org
December 4, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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...
The State of Rural Primary Care in the United States
Rural Americans face significant barriers to accessing adequate primary care; tailored federal and state programs can help address some of these challenges.
www.commonwealthfund.org
December 3, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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
December 2, 2025 at 2:06 PM
TFAH joins others commemorating World AIDS Day. Addressing inequity, empowering communities and funding programs ensures progress. www.unaids.org/en/2025-worl...
World AIDS Day 2025 - Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response | UNAIDS
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December 1, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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...
Addressing False Narratives About Autism Public Health Info - Public Health Communications Collaborative
Talking points and tools to help you address false narratives about autism
publichealthcollaborative.org
November 26, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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
November 25, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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
November 24, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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...
Resilience: A Practical Guide for Public Health Communicators - Public Health Communications Collaborative
Between polarized public discourse, online harassment, institutional uncertainty, and emotional fatigue, public health communicators are working under immense
publichealthcollaborative.org
November 21, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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
November 20, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Public Health Communicators Collaborative's alerts share messaging insights by monitoring what’s being said about public health issues online. publichealthcollaborative.org/alerts/
November 18, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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...
November 13, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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...
Public Health's Roles in Supporting Informal and Family Caregiving - TFAH
www.tfah.org
November 12, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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
November 10, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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.
Addressing child mental health needs in Texas through a school-based program: the Texas Child Health Access through Telemedicine (TCHATT)
In Texas, one out of three children experience at least one mental health disor...
apha.confex.com
November 3, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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
Navigating Public Health Practice in a New Era
The primary focus will be on providing attendees with tangible strategies that can be used to assure the public’s  health during times of political change with a focus on effective communication, data...
apha.confex.com
November 3, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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...
APHA 2025 Annual Meeting
APHA 2025: Making the public's health a national priority. November 2-5 in Washington, D.C. Register today!
www.apha.org
October 30, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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/
October 29, 2025 at 3:09 PM