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    High Turnover Among State Health Officials/Public Health Directors: Implications for the Public's Health
    (Wolters Kluwer, 2017-09) Halverson, Paul K.; Lumpkin, John R.; Yeager, Valerie A.; Castrucci, Brian C.; Moffatt, Sharon; Tilson, Hugh; Health Policy and Management, School of Public Health
    State health officials (SHOs) serve a critical role as the leaders of state public health systems. Despite their many responsibilities, there is no formal process for preparation to become an SHO, and few requirements influence the selection of an SHO. Furthermore, to date, no studies have examined SHO tenure or their experiences.