The health department also responsible for:
- Implementing policies or programs and provide health information to the public in order to prevent and mitigate public health emergencies in all hazards preparedness.
- Responding to the health and medical needs of the public generated by a disease outbreak in Summit County.
- Providing technical expertise and assistance to other first responders during other types of disasters in Summit County.
- Developing plans and procedures that address numerous aspects of PH emergency response and implementing trainings and exercises designed to test/improve those plans/procedures
Personal & Family Preparedness
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