Public Health Finance

Sustainability of the governmental public health system is dependent principally on the financial health of state and local public health agencies. This is a challenge since public health programs and services are often provided in fiscally strapped environments (e.g., government revenue declines, budget reductions, economic recessions, unfunded mandates). NACCHO's research and engagement with LHDs across the country affords it a national perspective on the local public health financial situation. This website provides resources to help LHDs sharpen their big picture understanding of local public health finance and enhance their individual organizational financial health.

• "Anatomy of a Public Health Agency Turnaround: The Case of the General Health District in Mahoning County"
  (Journal of Public Health Management and Practice)
• For the Public's Health: Investing in a Healthier Future
  
• Public Health Finance & Management
• "Public Health Financial Management Competencies"
  (Journal of Public Health Management and Practice)
• Public Health National Center for Innovations