605: Social Media is Declared a Public Health Threat, Workforce DEI Strategies

Dr. Ashwin Vasan, New York City Health Commissioner, discusses New York City’s decision to declare social media a public health hazard; Anya Nystrom, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Director of Culture, Strategy, Equity, and Innovation as well as the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Officer, says equity and inclusion are the focus of work happening in Colorado; an ASTHO blog article outlines an urgent need to make sure public health data represents all communities; and Mike Fraser, ASTHO CEO and de Beaumont Foundation President and CEO Dr. Brian Castrucci are hosting a webinar discussion based on their new book. New York City News Release: Mayor Adams Announces Lawsuit Against Social Media Companies Fueling Nationwide Youth Mental Health Crisis Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Webpage: 2023 - 2026 Strategic Plan ASTHO Blog Article: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Public Health Data Modernization ASTHO Webinar: Lunch and Learn – Building Strategic Skills for Public Health Professionals