#PublicHealthAccess
LightNews LightNews
citizenptnewsnc.bsky.social
Caldwell County is gearing up to allocate opioid-settlement funds based on community priorities, with a focus on connecting people to treatment and enhancing recovery support.

Click to read more!

#CaldwellCounty #NC #CitizenPortal #PublicHealthAccess #OpioidRemediation #CommunityRecovery
Caldwell County staff seek public input on spending opioid-settlement funds; survey shows 143 responses
Staff said opioid-settlement MOA restricts allowable strategies; a county survey of 143 respondents prioritized treatment linkage, employment for people in recovery and increased access to opioid-use-disorder treatment.
citizenportal.ai
September 27, 2026 at 11:05 AM
citizenptnewsma.bsky.social
Massachusetts just took a groundbreaking step toward healthcare inclusivity by adopting an amendment to enhance access to gender-affirming care!

Click to read more!

#MA #CitizenPortal #HealthEquity #PublicHealthAccess #HealthcareInclusivity
Senate adopts gender affirming care amendment amid discussions on various healthcare reforms
Senate approves amendment for gender affirming care while addressing healthcare funding and regulations.
citizenportal.ai
June 19, 2025 at 5:43 PM
citizenptnewsmn.bsky.social
Ramsey County Public Health faces rising demand for services amid funding constraints, revealing concerning TB incidence and the critical role of WIC in improving maternal and child health outcomes.

Learn more here!

#RamseyCounty #MN #PublicHealthAccess #CitizenPortal #MaternalChildHealth
Public health outlines clinic visit volumes, TB incidence and WIC reach amid funding pressures
Public Health presented five core performance measures — clinic visits, active tuberculosis incidence, hazardous‑waste collection, WIC pregnancy participation and family home visits — noting high clinic demand, TB incidence above national goals, and grant funding constraints that limit capacity expansion.
citizenportal.ai
September 3, 2026 at 2:52 PM
citizenptnewsnc.bsky.social
Nash County is rolling out naloxone in libraries, health departments, and even on school buses to combat the opioid crisis—free and without a prescription!

Learn more here!

#NashCounty #NC #PublicHealthAccess #CitizenPortal #HarmReduction #NashCountyHealth #OpioidAwareness
Nash County expands naloxone access: kiosks, library boxes and school bus kits using opioid‑settlement funds
The Nash County Health Department said naloxone is being placed in kiosks and newspaper‑style boxes at multiple libraries, in health departments and on school buses, free and without prescription; county officials said opioid settlement funds may total 'a little more than $10,000,000' through 2038 to support abatement strategies.
citizenportal.ai
August 15, 2026 at 3:21 PM
citizenptnewsmi.bsky.social
Washtenaw County faces a heated debate over a proposed health-access millage that could safeguard vital services for thousands, but not without fierce opposition from concerned taxpayers.

Get the details!

#WashtenawCounty #MI #CivicAccountability #PublicHealthAccess #CitizenPortal #CommunityCare
Washtenaw commissioners face heated public comment over proposed health‑access millage
Dozens of residents and safety‑net providers urged Washtenaw County commissioners to put a health‑access millage on the Nov. ballot to shore up coverage expected to be lost from federal changes; opponents warned of higher property taxes and objected to funding Planned Parenthood. The board directed staff to produce alternatives and tabled immediate final action.
citizenportal.ai
August 6, 2026 at 10:53 PM
citizenptnewsks.bsky.social
The Board of Pharmacy has secured short-term funding to ensure the KTrax gateway continues operating seamlessly until federal support arrives in October.

Learn more here

#KS #PublicHealthAccess #FederalFunding #CitizenPortal #KansasPharmacy #HealthInnovation
Board approves short-term funding to keep KTrax gateway running
The board unanimously approved temporary funding to maintain the statewide KTrax gateway from July 1 to Sept. 30 while the Board of Pharmacy awaits federal funds; staff said federal funding is expected by Oct. 1.
citizenportal.ai
July 11, 2026 at 6:44 PM
citizenptnewspa.bsky.social
Pittsburgh's Gender Equity Commission is taking bold steps towards inclusive reproductive health leave and free hygiene products, aiming to break down barriers for marginalized communities.

Learn more here!

#PittsburghAlleghenyCounty #PA #PublicHealthAccess #CitizenPortal #LGBTQIAInclusion
Gender Equity Commission presses forward on inclusive reproductive-leave policy and free hygiene products in city facilities
At its July meeting the Pittsburgh Gender Equity Commission scheduled a meeting with HR to review a draft reproductive health leave policy and discussed research and a phased rollout for free hygiene and contraceptive products in city-owned facilities, noting gaps in restroom inventory and potential funding partners.
citizenportal.ai
July 7, 2026 at 2:31 PM
citizenptnewsct.bsky.social
A proposed change could revolutionize dental practices by allowing assistants to take X-rays remotely, potentially easing the burden on solo practitioners.

Learn more here

#CT #CitizenPortal #LegislativeReform #PublicHealthAccess #TelehealthInnovation
Commission to discuss proposed change allowing dental assistants to take X-rays without dentist physically in-office
Chair reported a forthcoming meeting of the legislative/public-health committee to consider amending the dental practice act so dental assistants can take digital X-rays and transmit images to dentists remotely; the commission will be represented and the Connecticut State Dental Association is expected to support the change.
citizenportal.ai
January 8, 2026 at 12:34 AM
citizenptnewsct.bsky.social
Connecticut's groundbreaking Senate Bill 1543 is set to transform healthcare for incarcerated individuals, ensuring timely medical assessments and continuity of care upon release.

Click to read more!

#CT #HealthcareReform #InmateWellbeing #PublicHealthAccess #CitizenPortal
Legislature mandates medical discharge plans and access to vaccines for incarcerated individuals
Legislation requires exit interviews and vaccine access for inmates before discharge.
citizenportal.ai
April 29, 2025 at 5:36 PM
citizenptnewsct.bsky.social
Connecticut is stepping up to protect reproductive and gender-affirming health care services with a bold new bill that could change the landscape of health rights in America.

Learn more here

#CT #CitizenPortal #GenderAffirmingCare #PublicHealthAccess
Connecticut legislators advance bill protecting reproductive and gender-affirming health care services
Legislature approves measures to shield legal reproductive and gender-affirming health care activities.
citizenportal.ai
March 2, 2025 at 8:16 PM
citizenptnewsct.bsky.social
Connecticut is on the verge of a groundbreaking initiative that could transform health care for incarcerated individuals by establishing a task force to tackle the urgent issues within its correctional facilities.

Click to read more!

#CT #SocialEquity #HealthCareReform #PublicHealthAccess
Connecticut task force to assess public health in correction facilities by 2026
Task force will report findings on health care in correction facilities by January 2026
citizenportal.ai
February 27, 2025 at 11:53 AM
citizenptnewswa.bsky.social
A groundbreaking bill in Washington could change the game for healthcare access during incarceration, ensuring individuals retain medical coverage even in their first crucial days behind bars.

Click to read more!

#WA #RecidivismReduction #PublicHealthAccess #CriminalJusticeReform #CitizenPortal
Washington State updates medical assistance policy for incarcerated individuals
Washington ensures medical assistance enrollment for those incarcerated or confined within 29 days.
citizenportal.ai
February 26, 2025 at 6:46 AM
citizenptnewsmo.bsky.social
Missouri's new House Bill 1104 could revolutionize public hospital governance, fostering greater community representation and accountability in healthcare.

Learn more here

#MO #CitizenPortal #CommunityRepresentation #HealthcareGovernance #MissouriHospitals #PublicHealthAccess
Missouri General Assembly enacts new hospital trustee appointment process
Missouri repeals and replaces hospital trustee appointment laws with new regulations.
citizenportal.ai
March 30, 2025 at 4:30 AM
citizenptnewsmn.bsky.social
Minnesota lawmakers are confronting the harsh realities of civil commitment that may be preventing pregnant individuals with substance use disorders from seeking the help they desperately need.

Learn more here!

#MN #FamilySupport #SubstanceUseReform #PublicHealthAccess #CitizenPortal
Minnesota lawmakers discuss civil commitment barriers for pregnant individuals seeking treatment
Senator Hoffman highlights civil commitment concerns affecting treatment access for pregnant individuals.
citizenportal.ai
March 7, 2025 at 10:03 AM
citizenptnewsok.bsky.social
Oklahoma lawmakers are fiercely debating a groundbreaking bill that promises affordable insulin for all, but critics warn it could lead to unexpected costs for taxpayers.

Get the details!

#OK #PublicHealthAccess #CitizenPortal #PrescriptionCosts #GovernmentAccountability
Insulin access bill splits Oklahoma Senate as lawmakers debate government role in markets
SB 13‑44 would create an insulin access and affordability framework guaranteeing U.S.-made biosimilar insulin at capped patient prices and requiring MOUs and reporting; supporters cite lifesaving urgency, critics warn of market distortion and possible taxpayer exposure.
citizenportal.ai
April 4, 2026 at 4:01 PM
citizenptnewsok.bsky.social
The Alfalfa County Commissioners are taking bold steps to enhance local infrastructure and health services, aiming to uplift the community in the wake of recent challenges.

Learn more here

#AlfalfaCounty #OK #CitizenPortal #InfrastructureImprovement #CommunityEngagement #PublicHealthAccess
Family preps for camping trip despite lost camper keys
Family struggles to find lost keys before heading out for camping trip.
citizenportal.ai
April 15, 2025 at 3:45 PM
citizenptnewsmi.bsky.social
Genesee County's health services millage faces crucial decisions as a work group recommends a five-year renewal while addressing pressing health outcomes and funding strategies.

Get the details!

#GeneseeCounty #MI #CivicAccountability #PublicHealthAccess #CitizenPortal #ChronicDiseaseManagement
Work group recommends five-year renewal of Genesee County health-services millage; commissioners debate levy, fund balance and program changes
A county work group recommended a five-year renewal of the health services millage with a time-bound work group to return implementation recommendations; commissioners debated using fund balance to reduce the levy, eligibility rules, and options to reduce duplication and improve health outcomes and postponed formal action to the next full meeting.
citizenportal.ai
May 24, 2026 at 5:52 AM
citizenptnewsga.bsky.social
Georgia's Senate Bill 195 could revolutionize access to HIV preventive care by empowering pharmacists to dispense life-saving medications directly to patients.

Click to read more!

#GA #PharmacyInnovation #PublicHealthAccess #HIVPrevention #GeorgiaHealthcare #CitizenPortal
State Board enforces regulations on pharmacists administering long-acting injectable for PEP and PrEP
State regulations establish fines and penalties for non-compliance in PEP and PrEP protocols.
citizenportal.ai
February 20, 2025 at 2:17 PM
citizenptnewsnc.bsky.social
Union County's water line extension project is hanging by a thread as easement challenges threaten to cut off service to 12 local applicants.

Get the details!

#UnionCounty #NC #CitizenPortal #CommunityEngagement #PublicHealthAccess #InfrastructureDevelopment
County Water Project Faces Easement Challenges Impacting 12 Applicants at Morgan Mill
Easement acquisition hurdles threaten water service for applicants at Morgan Mill project.
citizenportal.ai
July 16, 2025 at 11:16 PM
citizenptnewsma.bsky.social
Residents of Chelsea are rallying for stronger protections against ICE enforcement, fearing for their safety and the well-being of their children after a series of alarming incidents.

Learn more here

#ChelseaCitySuffolkCounty #MA #PublicHealthAccess #ChelseaSanctuary #CitizenPortal
Residents urge Chelsea council to codify sanctuary protections after ICE arrests; council refers petition to subcommittee
Dozens of residents, teachers and health workers described ICE arrests they tied to local courthouse and school incidents and urged the council to adopt municipal limits on ICE activity; Councilor Jimenez Rivera moved to refer the petition and the council voted to form a subcommittee to work with organizers, police and legal staff.
citizenportal.ai
December 12, 2025 at 1:13 AM
citizenptnewsma.bsky.social
Massachusetts has unveiled a groundbreaking report analyzing high-cost drugs that could reshape health policy and spending!

Click to read more!

#MA #CitizenPortal #HealthcareCosts #PublicHealthAccess
Massachusetts Center Analyzes Drug Spending and Refers High-Cost Drugs for Review
Center publishes annual report on high-cost drugs analyzed for health policy commission review
citizenportal.ai
September 20, 2025 at 5:45 AM
citizenptnewsma.bsky.social
Massachusetts just approved a groundbreaking $1.5M funding boost for the Betsy Lehman Center to revolutionize health care safety education!

Click to read more!

#MA #CitizenPortal #PublicHealthAccess #HealthCareSafety #EducationInnovation
Massachusetts legislature approves $1.5M funding for Betsy Lehman Center health safety program
Bill allocates $1.5M to Betsy Lehman Center for health care safety education pilot program
citizenportal.ai
June 21, 2025 at 9:33 PM
citizenptnewsma.bsky.social
Massachusetts is on the brink of a groundbreaking change as House Bill 64 proposes to enshrine health care as a constitutional right for all residents—could this transform access to medical services forever?

Click to read more!

#MA #LegislativeReform #PublicHealthAccess #HealthCareRight
Representative Day proposes constitutional amendment for Massachusetts health care right
House bill seeks to establish health care as a constitutional right in Massachusetts.
citizenportal.ai
March 3, 2025 at 11:36 PM