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It's #ElectionDay! 🗳️ Voting is a powerful #PublicHealth tool—be sure to make your voice heard! Learn more in our latest blog post: publichealthlawcenter.org/commentary/241…

The @US_FDA's recent seizure of illegal e-cigs marks a victory in the fight against unauthorized tobacco products. Yet, a critical question remains: how will these seized products be disposed of safely? Get more insights from our Willow Anderson here: publichealthlawcenter.org/commentary/241…

This #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, celebrate the enduring spirit of Native peoples who have shaped this land since time immemorial. Amplify Native voices, learn our true history, & recognize Tribal sovereignty as a living commitment to justice. ✨

The election is approaching, and #PublicHealth is on the ballot. Public health professionals need to know what’s at stake and educate others about the potential health impacts of this election. Get insights and action steps from our Tom Pryor here: publichealthlawcenter.org/commentary/241…

Our Mike Freiberg helped wrap up #APHA2024 with a panel discussion on creating new partnerships to work together to build an equitable system that champions #publichealth!

Today, our Jamie Long joined @RockyMtnInst 's panel to discuss innovative policy options for building decarbonization. #climatejustice #APHA2024

Our staff, Mike Freiberg, Tonya Curry, and Stephanie Lackey, are excited to attend #APHA2024 this week! Don't miss their upcoming presentations: apha.confex.com/apha/2024/meet… #publicheath

We were thrilled to present @BlueCrossMN's Vayong Moua with the 2024 Game Changer Award last night. His commitment to advancing #healthequity is truly inspiring. Congrats, Vayong, for this well-deserved recognition!

These are photographs of #IndianBoardingSchools attended by Cherokee children. Today, @POTUS formally apologized for the United States’ long history of #BoardingSchools & the impact still felt by boarding school-era policies. Wado, President Biden, for this long-overdue apology.

There’s no safe level of lead in blood – especially for kids. That’s why today we strengthened standards for identifying and cleaning up #LeadPaint dust in pre-1978 homes and childcare facilities. #NLPPW2024 spgv.io/6013B3X

📅Wednesday, 10/30: Wrap up the conference with our Mike Freiberg! He’ll join a panel to discuss building a comprehensive and equitable system that champions #publichealth, while collaborating with partners to prioritize the public’s health and well-being. apha.confex.com/apha/2024/meet…

📅Wednesday, 10/30: Catch our attorney, Jamie Long, joining a panel with @RockyMtnInst to discuss the latest research, policy solutions, and strategies for healthier homes. apha.confex.com/apha/2024/meet…

Attending the @APHAAnnualMtg in Minneapolis next week? Don’t miss presentations from our staff! apha.confex.com/apha/2024/meet…

Food insecurity affects nearly all communities, disproportionately impacting women, children, & people of color. We are thrilled to begin a 3-year cooperative agreement with @HRSAgov to support maternal and child health populations & advance #healthequity. publichealthlawcenter.org/commentary/241…

Our executive director, Joelle Lester, emphasizes, “Many public health advocates have been bewildered and frustrated by the slow pace of federal rulemaking and the FDA’s failure to address even the most basic tobacco regulatory problems."