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Why amplify the Preparedness Profile Study?
Local health departments are at the forefront of mobilizing public health actions to prevent the spread of the virus and ensure the health and safety of their communities while keeping essential public health services in place. Since 2015, NACCHO has regularly conducted the Preparedness Profile Study to provide a foundation for future public health preparedness initiatives. This nationally representative survey gathers information about preparedness trends and emerging issues at local health departments to inform priorities at the local, state, and national levels.
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Promote the Study on Social Media: You can now share social media posts about the 2024 Preparedness Profile findings. Find the content in our Social Media Shareables tab, below.
Use the Hashtags: Incorporate #LocalPrepProfile into your organization’s social media posts to join the national effort.
Send a Newsletter: Add our language from our Communication Resources tab, below, to your next organization newsletter to help spread the word.
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#ICYMI: @NACCHOalerts recently released their newest Preparedness Profile Study report at bit.ly/LocalPrepProfile! Explore the data to learn more about the local health department preparedness landscape in 2024, including workforce, partnerships, and planning and response activities in 2024—as well as how these have changed over the past decade.
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NACCHO has just published their new Preparedness Profile Study report, a key resource for strengthening local #PublicHealth! The data presented in this report highlight the #EmergencyPreparedness capacity at local health departments nationwide. Get a deeper understanding of the public health preparedness workforce, partnerships, and planning and response activities in 2024—as well as how these have changed over the past decade.
Explore all the #LocalPrepProfile data: https://www.naccho.org/programs/public-health-preparedness/preparedness-profile.
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2024 Forces of Change Survey Report
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Why amplify the Forces of Change Survey?
NACCHO's Forces of Change (FOC) Survey assesses changes in local health department capacity and activities driven by public health trends. NACCHO has conducted this survey since 2008. Initially, this survey measured the impact of the Great Recession on local health department budgets, staffing, and programs. In 2014, NACCHO expanded the survey to address broader social, political, and economic impacts.
Looking for a way to participate?
Promote the Survey on Social Media: You can now share social media posts about the 2024 FOC Survey findings. Find the content in our Social Media Shareables tab, below.
Use the Hashtags: Incorporate #FOCsurvey and #ForcesFact into your organization’s social media posts to join the national effort.
Send a Newsletter: Add our language from our Communication Resources tab, below, to your next organization newsletter to help spread the word.
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2024 Forces of Change Announcement
We’re excited to share the release of NACCHO’s 2024 Forces of Change report—a comprehensive look at the trends shaping local public health departments across the country.
This year’s report highlights critical developments across key areas, including:
✔️ Workforce and finance
✔️ Public health fellowships and training programs
✔️ Public health nursing
✔️ LHD Governance
✔️ Evaluation capacity
✔️ Harm reduction
“These findings provide valuable insights that can inform strategies and initiatives aimed at strengthening public health systems across the nation,” said Aaron Alford, Senior Director of Research, Evaluation, and Data Communications at NACCHO.
Whether you’re a public health official, policymaker, researcher, or advocate, this report is a must-read. Explore the full report here: bit.ly/ForcesOfChange2024.
#FOCsurvey #PublicHealth #NACCHO
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2024 Forces of Change Announcement
🚨 HOT OFF THE PRESS 🚨@NACCHOalerts' 2024 #FOCsurvey report is HERE! Want to know what’s really happening in local #PublicHealth? This year’s report uncovers powerful insights into the trends, challenges, and innovations shaping our field.
🔍 Inside the report:
✅ Workforce + finance
✅ Fellowship + training programs
✅ Public health nursing trends
✅ LHD governance
✅ Evaluation capacity
✅ Harm reduction
💬 “These findings offer a roadmap for strengthening public health systems nationwide,” says Aaron Alford, NACCHO’s Senior Director of Research, Evaluation, and Data Communications.
Check out the report today at bit.ly/ForcesOfChange2024 and explore the data driving change in 2024.
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2024 Forces of Change Announcement
We’re excited to share the release of NACCHO’s 2024 Forces of Change report—a comprehensive look at the trends shaping local public health departments across the country.
This year’s report highlights critical developments across key areas, including:
✔️ Workforce and finance
✔️ Public health fellowships and training programs
✔️ Public health nursing
✔️ LHD Governance
✔️ Evaluation capacity
✔️ Harm reduction
“These findings provide valuable insights that can inform strategies and initiatives aimed at strengthening public health systems across the nation,” said Aaron Alford, Senior Director of Research, Evaluation, and Data Communications at NACCHO.
Whether you’re a public health official, policymaker, researcher, or advocate, this report is a must-read. Explore the full report here: bit.ly/ForcesOfChange2024.
#FOCsurvey #PublicHealth #NACCHO
Workforce Changes Over Time Findings
How are local health departments faring in 2024? NACCHO’s latest Forces of Change Survey offer a critical look at the evolving state of the public health workforce and funding nationwide.
📊 19% of local health departments lost at least one staff position in 2023; up slightly from 17% in 2022, edging closer to pre-pandemic levels.
📊 17% of local health departments experienced budget cuts, a steady trend from the previous year.
These data points are just the beginning. The full report explores workforce shifts, financial constraints, and other key pressures facing local public health departments today. Explore the data at bit.ly/ForcesOfChange2024.
#PublicHealth #NACCHO #FOCsurvey #Workforce
Public Health Nursing Findings
What does public health nursing look like today? NACCHO’s 2024 Forces of Change Survey offers new insights into how the role of nurses is expanding across local health departments.
📋Nurses are moving beyond clinical care, taking on responsibilities around emergency preparedness and cross-sector collaboration functions.
📋41% of local health departments report nurses are involved in policy and advocacy work, and 22% report that this area has grown in the past five years.
Learn more about these trends and more in the 2024 Forces of Change report! Explore the data at bit.ly/ForcesOfChange2024.
#PublicHealth #NACCHO #FOCsurvey #Nursing
Harm Reduction Findings
How have local health departments taken part in activities that address the infectious disease consequences of substance use? NACCHO’s 2024 Forces of Change Survey reveals how public health is stepping up in response to the ongoing impacts of substance use and how their roles have expanded over time.
📈 Since 2021, local health department involvement has grown most in:
✔️ Community education and outreach
✔️ Naloxone education and training
✔️ Naloxone distribution
🗳️ 47% of local health departments report having a role in opioid settlement fund decision-making, signaling local engagement in shaping response strategies.
Learn more about these trends and more in the 2024 Forces of Change report! Explore the data at bit.ly/ForcesOfChange2024.
#PublicHealth #NACCHO #FOCsurvey
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2025 Profile Study - Survey Launch
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Why amplify the Profile Study?
NACCHO is now fielding the 2025 National Profile of Local Health Departments (Profile) Study! Local health department (LHD) participation in the survey assures the availability of up-to-date information needed to inform policy at the local, state, and federal levels.
The Profile Study is the largest and most comprehensive data source on LHD infrastrucure and practice. As the only national-level data source on LHDs that spans three decades, it helps health officials, policymakers, and researchers understand challenfes and strengths of LHDs nationwide. By promoting the survey and encouraging LHD officials to participate, you help ensure the nationwide picture of local public health is complete.
Looking for a way to participate?
Promote the Study on Social Media: You can now share social media posts about the 2022 Profile Study findings. Find the content in our Social Media Shareables tab, below.
Use the Hashtag: Incorporate #NACCHOProfileStudy into your organization’s social media posts to join the national effort.
Send a Newsletter: Add our language from our Communication Resources tab, below, to your next organization newsletter to help spread the word.
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May 13, 2025
July 14, 2025
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Profile Survey Fielding Announcement
The chance to be a part of the longest-running survey on local public health infrastructure only comes around once every three years. So, check your inbox now for your individualized link to submit the #NACCHOProfileStudy (sent from “NACCHO’s Profile Team” or noreply@qemailserver.com).
Complete your survey today to:
✅ learn how local governmental public health is changing today,
✅ inform national public health policy, and
✅ access key data for your community health assessment and advocacy efforts.
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Profile Survey Fielding Announcement
📣 Exciting news! 📣 Are you a local health official? If so, check your inbox now for @NACCHOalerts’ 2025 National Profile of Local Health Departments (Profile) Study! The chance to be a part of the longest-running survey data on local public health infrastructure and practice only comes around once every three years, so this is your moment to make your voice heard in the landscape of local public health.
In this fully anonymized survey, your response will help inform health officials, policymakers, and researchers with a clearer understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing local health departments across the country.
Ready to make an impact? 🧑💻Check your email for your individualized link sent from “NACCHO’s Profile Team” or noreply@qemailserver.com and complete your #NACCHOProfileStudy today!
#PublicHealth #LocalHealthDepartment #Research #Survey
How Kevin Uses Profile Data
What can the @NACCHOalerts Profile Study do for you? Local public health leaders use it for a diverse range of purposes! In fact, by leveraging Profile data, Kevin’s health department secured a $2.5 million state investment to strengthen local infectious disease efforts! 🏆
If you’re a local health official, be like Kevin and complete your #NACCHOProfileStudy survey today. Check your email for your individualized link sent from “NACCHO’s Profile Team” or noreply@qemailserver.com and complete your questionnaire today!
#PublicHealth #LocalHealthDepartment #Research #Survey
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Profile Survey Fielding Announcement
📣 Local health officials – this is your moment! 📣 NACCHO's 2025 National Profile of Local Health Departments (Profile) Study has been tracking local health department workforce and finance data for decades.
The chance to be a part of the longest-running survey on local public health infrastructure only comes around once every three years. So, check your inbox now for your individualized link to submit the #NACCHOProfileStudy (sent from “NACCHO’s Profile Team” or noreply@qemailserver.com).
Complete your survey today to:
✅ learn how local governmental public health is changing today,
✅ inform national public health policy, and
✅ access key data for your community health assessment and advocacy efforts.
How Kevin Uses Profile Data
What can the #NACCHOProfileStudy do for you? Local #PublicHealth leaders use it for a diverse range of purposes! In fact, by leveraging Profile data, Kevin’s health department secured a $2.5 million state investment to strengthen local infectious disease efforts!
✅If you’re a local health official, check your email for your individualized link sent from “NACCHO’s Profile Team” or noreply@qemailserver.com and complete your questionnaire today. Then, ask a fellow health official to “be like Kevin” and submit their survey by tagging them in the comments.
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National Profile Study Dashboard
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Why amplify the Profile Dashboard?
The new Profile Dashboard offers a dynamic way to explore National Profile Study findings, encouraging users to uncover insights in key local health department topics, including agency and leadership structures, workforce, finance, services, and more. Designed to serve the needs of public health champions at the federal, state, and local levels, the dashboard makes National Profile Study data more accessible, interactive, and shareable. Users can navigate to their topic of interest, generate customized data visualizations using a comprehensive set of filters, and access narrative insights that promote public health action.
Looking for a way to participate?
Promote the Dashboard on Social Media: You can now share social media posts about the Profile Dashboard. Find the content in our Social Media Shareables tab, below.
Use the Hashtags: Incorporate #NACCHOProfileDash and #NACCHOProfileStudy into your organization’s social media posts to join the national effort.
Send a Newsletter: Add our language from our Communication Resources tab, below, to your next organization newsletter to help spread the word.
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Dashboard Launch Announcement
Dive into an interactive platform showcasing insights from the largest data source on local health department infrastructure and practice: the National Profile Study! Use this dynamic tool to explore, discover, and gain fresh perspectives on key public health topics. Plus, check out Data Stories, where data meets narrative, transforming findings into impactful, actionable insights.
Ready to uncover what’s inside? 🧐 Then, explore now at https://naccho.shinyapps.io/nacchoProfile/
#NACCHOProfileDash #PublicHealth #NACCHO #DataDashboard #HealthInsights #DataStories #LocalHealthDepartments #NACCHOProfileStudy
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#DYK? The @NACCHOalerts Profile Study Dashboard is LIVE! 🎉 Dive into the interactive #NACCHOProfileDash to explore insights from the #NACCHOProfileStudy and discover new features like key findings and narrative data stories!
Explore now: https://naccho.shinyapps.io/nacchoProfile/
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🌟 Big News! 🌟 The new Profile Study Dashboard from @NACCHOalerts is LIVE!
Dive into an interactive platform showcasing insights from the largest data source on local health department infrastructure and practice: the National Profile Study! Use this dynamic tool to explore, discover, and gain fresh perspectives on key public health topics. Plus, check out Data Stories, where data meets narrative, transforming findings into impactful, actionable insights.
Ready to uncover what’s inside? 🧐 Then, explore now at https://naccho.shinyapps.io/nacchoProfile/
#NACCHOProfileDash #PublicHealth #NACCHO #DataDashboard #HealthInsights #DataStories #LocalHealthDepartments #NACCHOProfileStudy
Dashboard Feature Highlight
📣News from the Profile Dashboard 📣 Data show that the provision of clinical services varies across different kinds of local health departments, with those in rural areas being more likely to provide home health care than those in urban areas. Find more insights like this in the Key Findings section of @NACCHOalerts’ National Profile Study dashboard!
#NACCHOProfileDash #PublicHealth #NACCHO #DataDashboard #HealthInsights #DataStories #LocalHealthDepartments #NACCHOProfileStudy
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How does your health agency align with national trends? 📊
The new National Profile Study Dashboard from @NACCHOalerts is here to help you explore filtered and cross-tabulated data, offering insights that go beyond the static Profile Report. With this dynamic tool, you can uncover key trends and benchmarks to see how your agency compares.
Start your data exploration today and discover valuable insights for your work in local public health.
#NACCHOProfileDash #PublicHealth #DataDrivenInsights #LocalHealthDepartments #HealthData #NACCHOProfileStudy #DataVisualization
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How does @NACCHOalerts' National Profile findings contribute to the broader public health narrative? 📰📊
The Data Stories section of the National Profile Study Dashboard connects data with narrative, turning findings into actionable insights. Explore key trends, uncover context, and see the impact of this data in driving public health efforts.
Discover stories like this and more by visiting the Data Stories today.
#NACCHOProfileDash #PublicHealth #DataStories #LocalHealthDepartments #HealthInsights #NACCHOProfileStudy #DataVisualization
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Dashboard Launch Announcement
We're thrilled to share the @NACCHO Profile Study Dashboard, an interactive platform showcasing results from their National Profile Study—the largest and most comprehensive data source on local health department infrastructure and practice.
This dashboard brings the study’s findings to life in a dynamic, interactive format, designed to empower public health professionals to explore, analyze, and apply data to their work. We’re particularly loving the Data Stories, a novel feature that transforms complex data into clear, actionable insights on key public health topics.
Discover how this resource can support your initiatives at https://naccho.shinyapps.io/nacchoProfile/
#NACCHOProfileDash #NACCHOProfileStudy #PublicHealth
Dashboard Feature Highlight
Did you know? Data show that the provision of clinical services varies across different kinds of local health departments, with those in rural areas being more likely to provide home health care than those in urban areas.
Discover more insights like this in the Key Findings section of NACCHO’s National Profile Study Dashboard. Explore the data to better understand the challenges and opportunities facing local public health agencies.
🔗 Visit the Dashboard here: https://naccho.shinyapps.io/nacchoProfile/
#NACCHOProfileDash #NACCHOProfileStudy #PublicHealth
Dashboard Feature Highlight
How does your health agency align with national trends? The new Profile Study Dashboard from @NACCHO is here to help you explore filtered and cross-tabulated data, offering insights that go beyond the static Profile Report. With this dynamic tool, you can uncover key trends and benchmarks to see how your agency compares.
Start your data exploration today and discover valuable insights for your work in local public health.
🔗 Visit the Dashboard here: https://naccho.shinyapps.io/nacchoProfile/
#NACCHOProfileDash #NACCHOProfileStudy #DataVisualization
Dashboard Feature Highlight
Curious how @NACCHO's National Profile findings contribute to the broader public health narrative? The Data Stories section of their new National Profile Study Dashboard connects data with narrative, turning findings into actionable insights. Explore key trends, uncover context, and see the impact of this data in driving public health efforts. Discover stories like this and more by visiting the Data Stories today.
🔗 Visit the Dashboard here: https://naccho.shinyapps.io/nacchoProfile/
#NACCHOProfileDash #NACCHOProfileStudy #DataStorytelling
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