The Essential Elements of Local Public Health provides updates and information from NACCHO’s Environmental Health and Infectious Disease portfolios.
Last Updated: June 2, 2026. This post will be updated as the situation evolves.
May 20, 2026
Explore key updates to CDC's FoodNet and the new Bacteria, Enterics, Ameba, and Mycotics (BEAM) platform.
Today marks the beginning of Healthy and Safe Swimming Week, an annual observance hosted by the CDC. See new resources for LHDs.
May 18, 2026 | Aliya Al-Sadi
A NACCHO tool for LHDs considering initiating or expanding local wastewater monitoring.
Mar 05, 2026 | Rebecca Rainey
A Reflection on the 2025 NACCHO Wastewater Monitoring Mentorship Program.
Feb 06, 2026 | Rebecca Rainey, Anu Varma
On January 20, 2026, CDC issued a Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory: New World Screwworm: Outbreak Moves into Northern Mexico.
Jan 20, 2026
Measles resources and updates for local health departments.
Jan 08, 2026 | Tori Ryan
NACCHO invites LHDs to apply for participation in an Immunization CoP to increasing capacity for educating on vaccine recommendations.
Dec 01, 2025 | Andrea Grenadier
This community of practice will engage up to 30 selected DI professionals for a robust, interactive learning experience.
Nov 19, 2025 | Andrea Grenadier
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Integrating Long-Acting Injectable Options into Health Department Prevention and Care Pathways
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Join this radiation preparedness webinar on Wednesday, June 17 at 2:00 PM ET.
Join public health leaders and Sanofi Medical Affairs
Join this webinar, Building Partnerships for Chemical Readiness at Local Health Departments.
This year’s theme, “Racing Forward, Swinging Big: United for Public Health’s Future” and the meeting will be held in Louisville, KY.
New and current NACCHO Members are encouraged to join and learn more about navigating your membership, your member benefits, and new opportunities.
NACCHO’s infectious disease initiatives are helping LHDs strengthen infection prevention and control infrastructure.
Oct 30, 2025 | Candice Young
The Preparedness Brief provides updates and information from NACCHO’s public health preparedness portfolio.
Stories from the Field provides a means for local health departments to share their experiences and demonstrate the value of public health.
This blog embodies NACCHO's mission to empower local health departments and drive positive change.
