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Approaches to Public Health
Local Boards of Health are charged with the responsibilities of different aspects of Public Health. These include Community Health, Environmental Health and Emergency Preparedness.
Community health covers a wide range of healthcare interventions, including health promotion, disease prevention, and treatment. It also involves management and administration of care.
Environmental health includes Food Safety, Title 5, Pool and Camp inspections.
Emergency Preparedness
Part of the responsibility of Local Boards of Health is to be prepared to host vaccine clinics and aid in disaster recovery.
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