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2014 Forces of Change Data Available

The 2014 Forces of Change survey contains new findings on the forces that affect change in our nation's local health departments. Economic forces, health reform, and health department accreditation are among the greatest contributors to change. More »

2014-2015 Flu Season

NACCHO has resources for flu season and updates about this year's increased flu activity. More »

Measles

This year, the United States is reporting more cases of measles than usual. View more information about the recent increase in measles cases. More »

Congratulations to the 2014 PPHR Recognized Agencies!

NACCHO’s Project Public Health Ready has recognized 23 local and regional health agencies for their ability to plan for, respond to and recover from public health emergencies. More »

You Need to Know

»	Now Accepting Applications for the LHD of the Year Award NACCHO is accepting applications for the LHD of the Year Award. This award recognizes and honors outstanding accomplishment of local health departments across the country for their innovation, creativity, and impact on communities. More »

»	Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships Training Are you looking for practical ways to engage community partners? Join us at the Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP) Training to learn how to take action steps toward a healthier community. More »

»	NACCHO Awards 10 LHDs Funding to Identify Strategies to Improve HPV Vaccination Rates NACCHO has awarded 10 LHDs funding to identify strategies to improve vaccination rates for Human Papillomavirus (HPV), the leading cause of cervical and several other types of cancers. More »

»	Upcoming Lunch and Learn Webinar with Ravenna County Health Department (OH) Learn about and discuss a Model Practice with Model Practice winners. The next webinar will feature the practice- Innovation of an After-school Personal Improvement Program (PIP) in Elementary School Grades 3rd through 5th. More »

»	Directory of Local Health Departments Search for a local health department and its contact information. More »

»	NACCHO Stories from the Field NACCHO has a new platform for sharing your successes, innovations, and challenges. Submit your story today to inspire other local health department staff, gain recognition, and support advocacy and collaboration among local, state, and federal partners. More »