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NACCHO is the national voice of the country's county/city/Tribal #PublicHealth departments. Based in Washington, DC, we're traversing the blue skies, highlighting the news, local public health, and the people who make our communities healthier and safer.
Joining us in Baltimore for the Preparedness Summit? The deadline is this Friday, March 13, to reserve a hotel room at the conference rate. Make your reservations today! Booking link at https://ow.ly/S3B350YsuCc #PrepSummit26
The Project Public Health Ready app serves as a structured roadmap for strengthening preparedness systems, identifying gaps & improving readiness for real-world public health emergencies. See how this could be one of the most practical preparedness tools your agency uses: https://ow.ly/uTeO50YneST.
Over 100 local health professionals participated in NACCHO's Hill Day including members from St. Mary's County Health Department in Maryland. We had a chance to speak with Dr. Meenakshi Brewster and Amanda Oppler about what motivated them to attend.
💻Read the full Q&As here: ow.ly/khYK50Yqfsh
Could you use a boost? In the words of last year's attendee, that's just what you'll get by taking part in the Preparedness Summit. Bonus: you're in luck! A virtual option is available with a new lower registration rate through March 31. Learn more: https://ow.ly/OO8Y50Yqf70 #PrepSummit26
NACCHO is hiring!
➡️Senior Communications Specialist
This position will be responsible for branding, marketing, and building a robust communications strategy to promote initiatives and products related to several of NACCHO’s program portfolios.
Apply here: tinyurl.com/56ykr492
Join us on March 12 to learn how collaboration with rural healthcare providers and first responders can improve outcomes for those most at risk of overdose. There is still time to register at https://ow.ly/qigR50Yo6JA
During Local #PublicHealth on the Hill Day (Hill Day), we had the opportunity to speak with Katherine Wells, Director, Lubbock Public Health and NACCHO Board Member, about why events like Hill Day are important for public health.
💻Read her Q&A and full Hill Day recap here: ow.ly/oFkm50Yp54k
Take advantage of new reduced rates for #PrepSummit26 before the end of the month! Available through March 31, enjoy a new lower rate on virtual registration; just $295 for students and $495 for non-profit/government attendees. (Valid on new registration only.) Learn more: https://ow.ly/RTMz50Yq8Y9
Join NACCHO for a MAHC Network #webinar on March 31 where we will provide an overview of the different types of cold plunge pools, current regulations surrounding them, and the health benefits and risks associated with their use. https://ow.ly/K1Hk50Yo87q
NACCHO was proud to host our annual Local Public Health on the Hill Day last week in Washington, DC.
☑️100+ local public health professionals from across the country
☑️140 meetings scheduled with Congressional officials and staff
☑️30+ states represented
Read the full recap here: ow.ly/oFkm50Yp54k
The Project Public Health Ready (PPHR) application is much more than a final submission for a recognition program; it could be one of the most practical preparedness tools your agency uses. Learn more at https://ow.ly/gPpv50YneIV.
Local food safety programs, we are 2 weeks away from closing entries for the 2026 Crumbine Award for Excellence in Food Protection. We also welcome applications from U.S. Uniformed Services & Indian Health Service programs!
Deadline: March 15 | Learn more: crumbineaward.com
#CrumbineAward
When applied thoughtfully, AI can help bridge gaps between public health and community health centers—supporting better coordination, faster decision-making & more responsive systems. Join NACCHO tomorrow for a #webinar around this topic area. https://www.naccho.org/blog/articles/webinar-tapping-ai
Join NACCHO on March 12 for a #webinar examining how strong partnerships and innovative programs can improve outcomes for those most at risk of overdose. https://ow.ly/Oe3550Ym2vN
How is #ArtificialIntelligence reshaping how public health agencies and community health centers work together? Join key leaders from NACCHO and national partners on March 3 for a practical discussion around this topic area. https://www.naccho.org/blog/articles/webinar-tapping-ai
📢 Calling all local environmental health jurisdictions!
Apply for the 2026 Crumbine Award for Excellence in Food Protection. We also welcome applications from U.S. Uniformed Services & Indian Health Service programs!
Deadline: March 15 | Learn more: crumbineaward.com
#PublicHealth #CrumbineAward
The 2026 Preparedness Summit is calling your name. Have you registered? All the details at https://ow.ly/Ha1b50XUg1j #PrepSummit26
🎙️New Podcast Episode🎙️
On this episode: Special guest Nalini Padmanabhan, Communications Director at de Beaumont Foundation discusses a new toolkit to support public health professionals in their conversations with local elected officials and policymakers.
🎧Listen here: tiny.cc/563z001
Explore the new Chemical Preparedness Communications Toolkit. Local health departments can use these materials to communicate instructions on shelter-in-place, evacuation, and returning home during and after a chemical emergency. Details at https://ow.ly/rXaG50Ye1vL.
Sometimes we get lost in the day-to-day. The chance to step away can help us remember why the work we do matters. Give yourself that opportunity to reconnect with your why. Join us at the 2026 Preparedness Summit. https://ow.ly/rQes50XCQar #PrepSummit26
Last call on the Flash Sale! Through February 13, take $75 OFF your in-person or virtual Preparedness Summit registration with promo code LOVE75. Applies to new registrations only; excludes student and speaker rates. Register at https://preparednesssummit.org. #PrepSummit26
Are you a new and early-career preparedness coordinator? New for 2026, the Preparedness Summit features a “Preparedness 101” track for both in-person and virtual attendees. Register to join us in Baltimore or virtually at https://ow.ly/ljlL50Ye1wQ. #PrepSummit26
Explore the new Chemical Preparedness Tabletop Exercise Toolkit. This set of resources is designed to enhance local health department capability and awareness of their roles and responsibilities during chemical emergencies. Details at https://ow.ly/EWYP50Ye1to.
FLASH SALE ALERT! For three days only, take $75 OFF your in-person or virtual registration with promo code LOVE75 for the 2026 Preparedness Summit. Sale runs February 11–13 and applies to new registrations only; excludes student and speaker rates. Register at https://preparednesssummit.org.
The latest #Spanish version of the CIFOR Guidelines for Foodborne Disease Outbreak Response is a streamlined and easy-to-read resource for local, state, and federal, agencies. Download your free copy today at cifor.us/products/guidelines
#CIFORFood #FoodSafety
New CORHA Spotlight Blog: Honoring Joe Perz, 2025 McKnight Prize recipient, for advancing injection safety and outbreak response. From early investigations to shaping CORHA and national prevention strategies. NACCHO is a proud CORHA partner member.
🔗 Learn more: corha.org/news
Join our growing Community of Practice! We welcome local health department staff interested in wastewater monitoring, regardless of their experience level, to join us at FLoW-Net! Learn more at https://www.naccho.org/blog/articles/flow-net
The field of public health preparedness is evolving amid a changing federal policy and budget landscape. The 2026 Preparedness Summit is convening the public health, emergency management, and healthcare communities to address this head-on. You need to be in the room. youtu.be/FmaHfvpZ3UU
Next month, join a full-day program at #HIMSS26 that brings together public health, healthcare, payers, and market suppliers to explore the priorities and challenges shaping public health data modernization. Space is limited! Learn more ▶️ https://www.naccho.org/blog/articles/himss26
The 26–27 NEHA-FDA RFFM Grant Application Portal is open—but only until February 12! This is your chance to secure flexible funding that strengthens your local program, boosts #foodsafety, and protects your community. https://www.naccho.org/blog/articles/rffm-2026
#fundingopportunity