Health departments show their commitment to the health and safety of their community through national public health accreditation
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Fifteen health departments and one vital records and health statistics unit was awarded accreditation or reaccreditation status by the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). PHAB’s comprehensive accreditation process showcases commitment to community health.
“Public health departments and their special program units like Vital Records and Health Statistics are essential to the health and safety of their communities,” said PHAB President and CEO Paul Kuehnert, DNP, RN, FAAN. ALEXANDRIA, Va. (PRWEB) May 24, 2021 The Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) today announced the names of fifteen public health departments and one vital records/health statistics (VRHS) unit that have achieved accreditation or reaccreditation status, after completion of a systematic rev
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Putnam Health Department Begins to Vaccinate Children; Clinic Set for May 20 Written by Putnam County Department of Health
The Putnam County Department of Health is starting to vaccinate children 12 to 15 years of age, based on expanded authorization of the Pfizer vaccine, approved late Wednesday by the NYS Department of Health.
To best meet the specific needs of parents with children ages 12 and older, the Putnam County Department of Health encourages community members to share their input on the process through the links to a short survey below:
Parents and caregivers should be aware that to receive a vaccination, minors must have proof of age as well as verbal or written consent from a parent or legal guardian.