The Preparedness Brief provides updates and information from NACCHO’s public health preparedness portfolio.
Last Updated: July 8, 2026. This post will be updated as the situation evolves.
Jun 04, 2026
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May 29, 2026 | Evelyn Zavala
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May 21, 2026 | Evelyn Zavala
Learn about distinctions between the Andes virus and the Sin Nombre virus, which is a Hantavirus endemic to the United States.
May 20, 2026
Learn how the PPHR application serves as a structured roadmap for strengthening preparedness systems, identifying gaps, and improving...
Feb 09, 2026 | Leila Blais
New toolkit provides templates to communicate instructions on shelter-in-place, evacuation, and returning home during and after a...
Feb 03, 2026 | Nikita Kheni, Sarah Callahan
Access toolkits and social media graphics to share winter weather resources with your community.
Jan 22, 2026
Explore new Chemical Preparedness Tabletop Exercise Toolkits to assist local health departments in preparing for chemical emergencies.
Jan 16, 2026 | Sarah Callahan, Nikita Kheni
Access resources that that local health departments can use to raise awareness locally during Radon Awareness Week.
Jan 08, 2026 | Beth Hess
Learn how the PPHR application serves as a structured roadmap for strengthening preparedness systems, identifying gaps, and improving readiness.
New toolkit provides templates to communicate instructions on shelter-in-place, evacuation, and returning home during and after a chemical emergency.
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A Vaccinate Your Family & NACCHO webinar on the current federal and state immunization landscape.
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See how the District of Columbia Medical Reserve Corps supports both national and local-level events.
Jul 17, 2025 | Beth Hess
Learn how an Ohio MRC unit uses a community assessment to identify needs and shape its activities.
Apr 21, 2025 | Beth Hess
See how this New Hampshire Medical Reserve Corps unit's volunteers supports the community and its own sustainability.
Feb 19, 2025 | Beth Hess
Learn how a Virginia Medical Reserve Corps unit is preparing its community to respond to emergencies.
Oct 18, 2024 | Beth Hess
See how this Ohio Medical Reserve Corps unit partners with churches to offer medical screenings and health education.
Jul 17, 2024 | Beth Hess
See how the Philadelphia Medical Reserve Corps builds and fosters connections with volunteers through training.
Apr 18, 2024 | Beth Hess
The Essential Elements of Local Public Health provides updates and information from NACCHO’s Environmental Health and Infectious Disease portfolios.
This blog embodies NACCHO's mission to empower local health departments and drive positive change.
Stories from the Field provides a means for local health departments to share their experiences and demonstrate the value of public health.