Utah Association Of Local Health Departments Inc

Coordination of state and local partnerships - Utah Association of Local Health Department proactively establishes ongoing partnerships with state and local leaders to support local health departments in preventing disease, promoting healthy lifestyles, and protecting communities and the environment. These partnerships are aimed at building a collaborative state and local public health system including identifying new funding opportunities to support the local system. The success of public health in communities and statewide relies heavily on strong partnerships. These may include higher education, private business, local and state agencies and many others who are interested and motivated in making a difference.

Support of Local Health Departments - The primary goal of the Utah Association of Local Health Departments (UALHD) is to support the local health officers and local boards of health in creating a unified statewide voice while still addressing and being responsive to local public health needs. UALHD supports Utahs 13 local health departments in promoting and protecting public and environmental health through prevention, education, and partnerships.