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Nation
Long fight for mental health parity continues for Americans: Senate bill gaining support from insurers
Urban American Indians, Alaska Natives struggle with growing disparities in health status
Screening detects alcohol, drug abuse problems: New codes for health providers released to improve reimbursment 
Community health workers call for more work force research: More study needed to advocate investment
Tobacco still major concern as smoking declines begin to stall
Pandemic flu preparedness lacking for children: Institute of Medicine releases report on protective equipment
Raising ethanol production could threaten water supply
First-ever survey addresses gay, lesbian patient policies
Nation in brief
USDA offers online pyramid tool for pregnant, nursing mothers
State/Local
Healthy living a community affair for residents of Fall River, Mass.
Vermont named healthiest state in U.S., Mississippi last
States in brief
Globe
Global cancer report urges healthy weight to curb illness
United Nations issues wake-up call for environmental future
World AIDS Day focuses attention on continuing global epidemic
Road safety advocates working to raise awareness: World Day of Remembrance drew attention to traffic deaths
Globe in brief
General
New versions of public health logo available now for use
Entries being accepted for annual food protection award
Healthy You
Playing it smart can lead to a healthier heart
Health Findings
Health Findings
APHA News
APHA Annual Meeting attendees examine politics, policy, health: About 14,000 public health workers gather
Easley elected as next president of APHA: Treasurer, speaker, three Executive Board members also chosen
Governing Council adopts 20 new APHA policies: Council passes measures on APHA Bylaws, joint dues pilot
Notice: APHA member-wide vote on Constitution, Bylaws merger scheduled
APHA brings together Ethiopian, U.S. health workers: Maternal and Child Health Leadership Institute offers training
Climate change a popular draw at APHA’s Washington, D.C., meeting
Public health reaching out to new audiences with new media tools
‘Politics, Policy and Public Health’ takes center stage: APHA Annual Meeting theme spotlighted via scientific sessions
National Public Health Week 2008 Web site, blog online now: Climate Change: Our Health in the Balance
Underage drinking sessions promote call to take action
Meeting attendees earn continuing education credits: Medscape offering online learning opportunities from meeting
APHA calls for proposed 2008 policy statements: Full Association policy process now on APHA Web site
APHA review of existing policies begins next month
Get involved now in Association leadership: Nominations being accepted for APHA committees, boards
Expo booths take home best in show awards: Prize winners cover gamut, from Sections to health departments
Galson meets with APHA’s leaders
Nominations for APHA public health awards due by April 18
Abstract submissions for 2008 APHA Annual Meeting open
APHA Advocates
APHA announces fellowship recipient, gains new staff
Meeting Findings: Research presented at APHA’s Annual Meeting
Photos capture flavor of APHA's 135th Annual Meeting
Summary of 2007 APHA policies adopted by the Governing Council in November: Twenty new policies address issues such as vision loss, douching, Medicare, breastfeeding, Iran, obesity
Photos available for purchase from APHA Annual Meeting
APHA Sections
Sections, SPIGs, Caucuses gather at 135th APHA Annual Meeting
DisAbility SPIG now Section, Genomics Forum approved
APHA now offering multiple Section, SPIG member benefit
Sections honor achievement at 2007 APHA meeting: Professionals, students, researchers recognized for efforts
Nominees sought for Section, SPIG leadership elections
APHA Caucuses sign memorandum of understanding with Association
Affiliates
Colorado association named Affiliate of the year: Affiliate recognized for role in developing statewide alliance
Affiliate members honored for contributions to public health
2007 Roemer prize presented to Laker
Capacity-building grants awarded to 31 state Affiliates
D.C. Affiliate organizes speak-out, march on city’s HIV/AIDS epidemic
Journal Watch
Journal Watch
President's Column
Educate policy-makers now to make an impact on public health: APHA’s new president calls for advocacy
Letters
Letters
Job Openings
Job openings
Web Exclusive
Online only: Decentralized services can benefit HIV-infected children in sub-Saharan Africa
Online only: Malaria remains formidable challenge in the Americas
Online only: Antivirals reduce deaths from flu in hospitalized patients
Online only: U.S. adults most likely to report medical errors and skip needed care due to costs
Online only: Hispanics’ health care experiences vary by region, language
Online only: Pregnancy may slow — not accelerate — progression to AIDS
Online only: Low maternal cholesterol tied to premature birth
Online only: Breast milk linked to greater mental development in preterm infants, fewer re-hospitalizations
Online only: Culture can affect access to alcohol, drug abuse treatment for rural youth
Online only: Schools making progress in curbing junk food, promoting physical activity
Online only: Cost of low health literacy could be as high as $236 billion a year
Newsmakers
Newsmakers
Resources
Resources
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