National Association of County and City Health Officials

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

YouTube video by NACCHO Join the 2026 Preparedness Summit in Baltimore or Virtually

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

Last call for the FLASH SALE! Through January 30 use code FLASH100 and save $100 on your Preparedness Summit registration!* Visit https://preparednesssummit.org to save on virtual or in-person registration. *Valid on new registrations only. Student and speaker rate excluded.

New blog alert! See how NACCHO's FLEXED Peer Ambassadors are strengthening #localpublichealth practice through shared learning.

Peer Ambassador blog:
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FLASH SALE ALERT! January 27-30 use code FLASH100 and save $100 on your Preparedness Summit registration!* Visit https://preparednesssummit.org to save on virtual or in-person registration. *Valid on new registrations only. Student and speaker rate excluded.

📢 Open to all #NACCHO members!

Join the FLEXED webinar Turning Evidence into Action with Data Communication on Feb 19 (1–2:30 ET). No prior FLEXED participation required. Peer learning follows Feb 25. 🔗bit.ly/4qU1dsv

Preparing for winter storms? See toolkits, social media graphics, flyers, and more that you can use and adapt to help residents understand the risks of winter weather and take steps to prepare: https://ow.ly/vRGW50Y1sEw #WinterReady

Join NACCHO on 1/28 at 3:00 PM ET, for an engaging webinar showcasing newly published trainings designed to support rural public health professionals & orgs. The session will highlight practical approaches & strategies from trainings in real-word settings. Register at: https://ow.ly/Aqcn50Y0nAR

Radon Awareness Week, January 26-30, sheds light on the dangers of radon, the second leading cause of lung cancer deaths in the United States after cigarette smoking. CDC has a host of resources to help local health departments to raise awareness. Access the resources at https://ow.ly/aAsR50XU57X

See how Austin Public Health engaged its full Preparedness Team to achieve national recognition through Project Public Health Ready (PPHR). Check out the department's feature on the Preparedness Brief: https://ow.ly/ueSQ50XE37P