National Association of County and City Health Officials
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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.
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
February 13, 2026 at 2:15 PM
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
February 12, 2026 at 7:50 PM
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.
February 12, 2026 at 3:45 PM
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.
February 11, 2026 at 4:10 PM
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
#CIFORFood #FoodSafety
February 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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
#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
🔗 Learn more: corha.org/news
February 5, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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
🔗 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
February 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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
Join the 2026 Preparedness Summit in Baltimore or Virtually
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February 3, 2026 at 6:44 PM
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
February 2, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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
#fundingopportunity
February 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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
#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.
January 30, 2026 at 3:15 PM
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.
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The Power of Peer Ambassadors: Turning Shared Experiences into Stronger Public Health Practice - NACCHO
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January 28, 2026 at 4:06 PM
New blog alert! See how NACCHO's FLEXED Peer Ambassadors are strengthening #localpublichealth practice through shared learning.
Peer Ambassador blog:
www.naccho.org/blog/article...
FLEXED Resources:
www.naccho.org/blog/article...
Peer Ambassador blog:
www.naccho.org/blog/article...
FLEXED Resources:
www.naccho.org/blog/article...
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.
January 27, 2026 at 5:20 PM
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
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
January 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
📢 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
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
January 22, 2026 at 9:55 PM
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
January 22, 2026 at 9:05 PM
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
January 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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
January 20, 2026 at 7:05 PM
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
From creating publications that filled critical gaps to facilitating site visits and in-person workshops, 2025 was marked by a broad range of initiatives in the background of a rapidly changing public health landscape.
January 20, 2026 at 3:55 PM
From creating publications that filled critical gaps to facilitating site visits and in-person workshops, 2025 was marked by a broad range of initiatives in the background of a rapidly changing public health landscape.
Don't miss out on a limited #funding opportunity designed to directly support retail food regulatory programs build capacity, strengthen program operations, & advance #foodsafety outcomes that protect your community. Details about a Q/A #webinar on Jan. 22 on this thread. 🔻
NEHA-FDA RFFM Grant Program
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January 20, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Don't miss out on a limited #funding opportunity designed to directly support retail food regulatory programs build capacity, strengthen program operations, & advance #foodsafety outcomes that protect your community. Details about a Q/A #webinar on Jan. 22 on this thread. 🔻
📢 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
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
January 20, 2026 at 3:00 PM
📢 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
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
NACCHO is seeking participants from local public health departments for virtual listening sessions to collect feedback on stockpiles within local jurisdictions. Registration closes 1/21. Learn more at https://ow.ly/sQKM50XY8El
January 16, 2026 at 8:20 PM
NACCHO is seeking participants from local public health departments for virtual listening sessions to collect feedback on stockpiles within local jurisdictions. Registration closes 1/21. Learn more at https://ow.ly/sQKM50XY8El
🎙️New Podcast Episode🎙️
On this episode: Updates on the Rural Health Transformation Program and a special interview with Dr. Michael Kilkenny, CEO at Cabell-Huntington Health Department in Huntington, West Virginia.
🎧Listen here: tinyurl.com/mr45ctee
On this episode: Updates on the Rural Health Transformation Program and a special interview with Dr. Michael Kilkenny, CEO at Cabell-Huntington Health Department in Huntington, West Virginia.
🎧Listen here: tinyurl.com/mr45ctee
January 16, 2026 at 3:53 PM
🎙️New Podcast Episode🎙️
On this episode: Updates on the Rural Health Transformation Program and a special interview with Dr. Michael Kilkenny, CEO at Cabell-Huntington Health Department in Huntington, West Virginia.
🎧Listen here: tinyurl.com/mr45ctee
On this episode: Updates on the Rural Health Transformation Program and a special interview with Dr. Michael Kilkenny, CEO at Cabell-Huntington Health Department in Huntington, West Virginia.
🎧Listen here: tinyurl.com/mr45ctee
See how the Jefferson County Health Department in Missouri has utilized the Project Public Health Ready (PPHR) process to train staff and prepare for emergencies. Check out their feature on the Preparedness Brief at https://ow.ly/uMXK50XE31l
January 15, 2026 at 7:30 PM
See how the Jefferson County Health Department in Missouri has utilized the Project Public Health Ready (PPHR) process to train staff and prepare for emergencies. Check out their feature on the Preparedness Brief at https://ow.ly/uMXK50XE31l
📢 Discounts available for NACCHO members attending the Public Health Data Modernization Preconference Forum at #HIMSS26! Join us on March 9 to focus on strengthening info exchange + advancing collaboration + supporting a resilient public health infrastructure. www.naccho.org/blog/articles/himss26
January 15, 2026 at 4:10 PM
📢 Discounts available for NACCHO members attending the Public Health Data Modernization Preconference Forum at #HIMSS26! Join us on March 9 to focus on strengthening info exchange + advancing collaboration + supporting a resilient public health infrastructure. www.naccho.org/blog/articles/himss26