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Public health data modernization: moving from challenges to solutions

Big Cities Health Coalition

In addition, our efforts to address health equity depend on having timely, accurate, and granular public health data, down to the local neighborhood level. Modernizing data systems will allow resources to get where they are most needed, ensuring everyone has their best chance at health.

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Promoting and protecting the public’s health: recommendations for a new Administration and Congress, 2025

Big Cities Health Coalition

The Big Cities Health Coalition (BCHC), representing the leaders of health departments serving nearly 61 million Americans, calls on the incoming Administration and Congress to enhance support for local public health systems. GET MORE INFO: WhAT is the Big Cities Health Coalition?

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HealthyNYC – Extending the Lifespan of New Yorkers

Fund for Public Health NYC

Update: March, 2024 – HealthyNYC codified into law. Read “ Using Law to Advance Population Health Planning ” in Health Affairs. We support the goal of helping New Yorkers to live longer, healthier lives, and I commend the administration and Department of Health and Mental Hygiene for prioritizing health equity.”