641: Tracking Avian Flu, Naloxone Doses Get Review

Dr. Marcus Plescia, ASTHO Chief Medical Officer, says bird flu is getting the attention of public health agencies; Emily Payne, an Epidemiologist at the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute, tells us about a New York state study of the differences between four and eight milligram doses of naloxone; an ASTHO blog article features an advocate for women's health in Alaska who tells us how public health can empower women to take charge of their health; and ASTHO has a new member in Dr. Pete Croughan, who was recently appointed as the deputy secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health.

KNX News Article: The CDC warns public health orgs: Keep an eye on spreading bird flu cases, but don't freak out -- yet

ASTHO News Release: Readout of CDC/ASTHO/CSTE/APHL Call Regarding Avian Influenza Preparedness

New York State Department of Health Webpage: CDC and New York State Department of Health Publish Study On Effectiveness of 4 Milligram Versus 8 Milligram Naloxone During Opioid Overdose

ASTHO Blog Article: Partner Spotlight – Q&A with Anne Remick, Program Director, Alaska Breast and Cervical Screening Assistance Program

ASTHO Webpage: Pete Croughan, MD