Vaccines remain one of most successful and cost-effective ways to protect against infectious diseases and death. Now more than ever, local health departments (LHDs) play a critical role in ensuring their communities have access to immunization services, accurate vaccine information, and coordinated systems of care. In partnership with public and private sector physicians and other stakeholders, LHDs lead essential functions such as vaccine administration, disease surveillance and reporting, and community outreach and education. Read NACCHO’s new Immunization fact sheet here.