Chronic Disease Prevention

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Through policy, practice, and partnership models, NACCHO’s work in chronic disease engages local health departments in building their capacity to implement, evaluate, and sustain evidence- and practice-based chronic disease prevention activities in their communities. Public health is the work we do together as a society to ensure the conditions in which everyone can make healthy choices and lead fulfilling lives, and NACCHO supports health departments’ initiatives to promote community health and wellness for all.

NACCHO's chronic disease portfolio addresses factors that influence a person's overall health and well-being and provides the tools and resources local health departments need to support their health initiatives. Click on a program area to learn more.

Community Health

Tobacco

This initative provides the tools to support tobacco prevention and control in local communities.

Community Health

Tobacco

Community Health

Getting Further Faster

Elevating what works to address social drivers of health and improve chronic disease.

Community Health

Getting Further Faster

Public Health Infrastructure

Healthy People 2030

Learn about NACCHO's work with Healthy People 2020 and the roll-out of Healthy People 2030, and find social determinants of health resources

Public Health Infrastructure

Healthy People 2030

Community Health

Cardiovascular Health

This initiative is designed to help local health departments prevent heart disease and stroke.

Community Health

Cardiovascular Health

Community Health

Food Service Guidelines

Implementing food service guidelines can make a significant impact on community health.

Community Health

Food Service Guidelines

The following projects are focus areas for our Chronic Health team. Note: Not all projects are currently receiving funding.

Community Health

Cancer

This page features resources to assist your community-level comprehensive cancer control efforts.

Community Health

Cancer

Community Health

Physical Activity and Healthy Eating

Here you will find resources for health departments to promote healthy eating and active living.

Community Health

Physical Activity and Healthy Eating

Policy Statements can be used to shape programs and positions at the local level, provide justification for increased capacity and funding, and provide guidance on how to respond to address existing and emerging issues.

To access our program's policies and letters to Congress, visit the policy statement page.

In the ever-evolving landscape of public health, access to evidence-based tools and resources is paramount. The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) is proud to announce a collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Prevention Research Centers. Together, we are amplifying a breadth of new tools and resources to empower local health departments across the nation.  

At the heart of this initiative lies the network of Prevention Research Centers (PRCs), comprising a diverse array of academic, community, and public health partners united in their dedication to applied public health research. These centers serve as leaders of innovation, driving the development and dissemination of practices proven to prevent and manage chronic diseases.  

PRCs are more than just research institutions; they are catalysts for change at the community level. Through collaborative partnerships and grassroots engagement, these centers translate research findings into actionable policies and practices, directly impacting the health and wellbeing of communities nationwide.  

Over the course of this blog series, we will shine a spotlight on various PRCs and the invaluable, practical, and useful resources they bring to the table. From innovative interventions to robust evidence-based tools, each featured PRC offers a unique perspective on chronic disease prevention and management.