Standards for Public Health in Washington State

People depend on the governmental public health system to respond to public health threats and prevent costly health problems that cause illness or death. Every resident and visitor, throughout the state, should be assured that the public health system is working to protect their health at all times. The Standards for Public Health in Washington State provide a common, consistent and accountable approach to assuring that basic health protection is in place.

Standards for Public Health in Washington State were developed in a collaborative process involving more than 100 public health professionals who work at state and local health departments. They shared their scientific knowledge and practical experience to define standards for the governmental public health system.

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