196: Gun Violence and Public Health

Dr. Mark Levine, Vermont Health Commissioner, explains how public health ought to respond to a recent spate of shootings that have left dozens dead and even more injured across the U.S.; Meighan Haupt, Chief of Staff with the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors, discusses how the new 988 line, a lifeline offering assistance to people considering suicide, will work; and ASTHO has a special event planned to honor Juneteenth featuring Ms. Opal Lee, known as the "grandmother of Juneteenth."

Journal of Public Health Management & Practice Research Paper: The National Epidemic of Gun Violence: The Vermont Department of Health Response

National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors Webpage: 988 - Transforming Crisis Systems Resources

National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors Webpage: 988 Implementation Guidance Playbooks

ASTHO Juneteenth Webinar: Commemorating Juneteenth A Journey to Equity