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The essential public health service of “improving and innovating public health functions” focuses on using and applying evaluation, research, and continuous quality improvement in public health practice. This essential service includes building and fostering a quality culture in public health organizations and using research, evidence, and other types of information to inform decision-making. It also […]
Jan 20, 2025
10 Essential Public Health Services (#5): Create, champion, and implement policies, plans, and laws
Public health is critical in improving health outcomes for the entire population. This begins with strong, collaborative planning efforts. Good planning supports, among other things, the identification of specific priorities, recommendations for implementing strategies, and the coordination of resources. Planning processes can also help communities and leaders recognize the need for changes to policies and […]
Jan 20, 2025