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Congress should allocate sufficient funds to support and maintain a robust public health infrastructure and population health.

Smoking is one of the leading causes of death among smokers and the dangers to the health of secondhand smokers – those who live and work in close proximity to s

In addition to setting standards with respect to the minimum wage, overtime, and other factors affecting worker pay, the federal government also sets standards for workplace healt

Policymakers must ensure worker safety, particularly during public health emergencies.

Federal, state, and local policymakers should plan for and mitigate potential natural hazards.

Federal, state, and local governments should engage in post-disaster recovery efforts that reach all populations, including older adults, people with disabilities, and their

Public transportation providers should receive sufficient funding to ensure a clean and safe operating environment for employees and riders during public health emergencies.

Federal and state governments should encourage coverage and payment of telehealth services for eligible beneficiaries to improve access and the quality of

One of the more significant labor-force developments of the past quarter century has been the rising participation rate of older Americans.

Policymakers and health care administrators must conduct adequate emergency preparedness planning to avoid scarcity of medical equipment, supplies, and personnel