Global Abortion Laws relating to Self-Managed Abortion
This dataset displays key features of abortion laws as they relate to self-managed abortion in 180 countries and 40 sub-national jurisdictions including in Australia and Mexico, all in effect as of June 1, 2019.
Public Health Topic
Reproductive and Sexual Health
Geography
180 countries and 40 sub-national jurisdictions
source
LawAtlas
Date Range
June 1, 2019 - June 1, 2019
last Updated
Jun 01, 2019
Variables
- Under which grounds, if any, is abortion permissible under the law?
- What health care professionals are legally permitted to provide an abortion?
- What tests are health professionals required to administer in order for a person to have an abortion?
- Where is abortion legally permitted to take place?
- Plus 1 other...
Federal Supplemental Security Income for Children with Disabilities
This page identifies and displays key features of the federal Supplement Security Income program, with a focus on children with disabilities that were in effect beginning January 1, 1996 and November 1, 2018.
Public Health Topic
Disabilities
Geography
50 U.S States and the District of Columbia
source
LawAtlas
Date Range
January 1, 1996 - November 1, 2018
last Updated
May 09, 2019
Variables
- Is there a federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for children with disabilities?
- Who is considered a "child" under the federal SSI program?
- Are there criteria a child must meet in order to be eligible for the federal SSI program?
- Is a federal application required for SSI eligibility for children?
- Plus 4 others...
Local Just Cause Eviction & Retaliation Laws
The map identifies specific sections of common eviction related ordinances from 10 major U.S. cities that are in effect as of January 1, 2019.
Public Health Topic
Housing
Geography
10 Jurisdictions
source
LawAtlas
Date Range
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
last Updated
Apr 23, 2019
Variables
- Does the law require just cause for eviction?
- Does the law prevent landlords from taking retaliatory actions against a tenant?
- Does the law prevent landlords from harassing a tenant?
Local Incentives to Improve Access to Healthy Foods
This map demonstrates key components of local-level small food retail laws in seven cities and counties that intend to stimulate healthier food retail through incentivization in effect as of August 1, 2018.
Public Health Topic
Food Safety
Geography
7 cities and counties
source
LawAtlas
Date Range
August 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018
last Updated
Apr 23, 2019
Variables
- Does the jurisdiction have a policy promoting access to healthy foods?
- What types of incentives are included in the policy?
- Does the incentive distribute funding?
- What type of retail is eligible for the incentive?
- Does the law provide any incentive to retailers that accept government subsidized food assistance?
- Plus 7 others...
State Rabies Vaccination Laws for Domestic Dogs, Cats, and Ferrets in the United States
This dataset includes data on state-level pre-exposure rabies vaccination laws for domestic dogs, cats, and ferrets across the United States, as well as data on those laws referencing the Compendium of Animal Rabies Prevention and Control.
Public Health Topic
Infectious Disease Prevention and Control
Geography
50 U.S. States and the District of Columbia
source
LawAtlas
Date Range
March 9, 2018 - March 9, 2018
last Updated
Mar 28, 2019
Variables
- Does the state have pre-exposure rabies vaccination laws for domestic dogs, cats, or ferrets?
- Does the state have pre-exposure rabies vaccination laws for domestic dogs, cats, or ferrets entering the state?
- Does the state’s law reference any version of the National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians (NASPHV), Compendium of Animal Rabies Prevention and Control (Compendium)?
Morphine Equivalent Daily Dose (MEDD) Policies
This dataset identifies and displays key features of state MEDD policies in effect as of June 1, 2017.
Public Health Topic
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs
Geography
50 U.S. States and the District of Columbia
source
LawAtlas
Date Range
June 1, 2017 - June 1, 2017
last Updated
Nov 08, 2018
Variables
- Does the state have at least one MEDD policy?
- Does the state have at least two MEDD policies?
- Does the state have at least three MEDD policies?
- How are short courses defined in number of days supply?
State Laws and Other Regulatory Policies Related to Pain Care
This dataset identifies and displays key features of more than 700 laws and other regulatory policies in effect as of December 31, 2017.
Public Health Topic
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs, Chronic Disease
Geography
50 U.S. States and the District of Columbia
source
LawAtlas
Date Range
December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017
last Updated
Nov 08, 2018
Variables
- Does the practice of medicine include the treatment of pain?
- Does the policy define addiction not based solely on physical dependence or tolerance?
- Does the policy define a maximum amount for a prescription of a controlled substance?
- Plus 18 others...
Laws That Support Breastfeeding Among Hospital Maternity Patients
This map identifies key features of state laws and regulations regarding recommendations or requirements for hospitals related to any of the 10 Steps to Successful Breastfeeding.
Public Health Topic
Maternal, Infant and Child Health
Geography
50 US States and the District of Columbia
source
LawAtlas
Date Range
April 1, 2018 - April 1, 2018
last Updated
Aug 16, 2018
Variables
- Does state law address hospital practices that support breastfeeding among maternity patients?
- Does state law address hospitals’ mandatory breastfeeding policies?
- Does state law require that healthcare staff be trained in the skills necessary to implement practices that support breastfeeding among maternity patients?
- Plus 10 others...
Patient Centered Medical Home Laws
This dataset shows states with laws that recognize the PCMH model, the types of insurance providers that may cover PCMH services, and details about PCMH advisory councils.
Public Health Topic
Public Health Infrastructure
Geography
37 states and the District of Columbia
source
LawAtlas
Date Range
May 1, 2016 - May 1, 2016
last Updated
Apr 20, 2018
Variables
- Is there a state law recognizing patient centered medical homes (PCMH)?
Electronic Cigarette Laws
This resource identifies and displays key features of electronic cigarette laws across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. federal law in effect from August 1, 2016 to August 1, 2017.
Public Health Topic
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs
Geography
50 U.S States and the District of Columbia
source
LawAtlas
Date Range
August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2017
last Updated
Apr 01, 2018
Variables
- Does the state have a law regulating electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes)?