The 131st Annual Meeting (November 15-19, 2003) of APHA

Abstract #74907

Diana M. Bontá, RN, DrPH, California Department of Health Services, 714 P Street -- Suite 1253, Sacramento, CA 95814, 916.657.1425, dbonta@dhs.ca.gov

The purpose of this presentation is to address the broad range of triumphs and challenges in public health particularly in the face of stat budget crises and the local and state needs for funding public health, which includes emergency preparedness. The presentation session will draw on approaches and illustrations from state and national forums.

Learning Objectives:

• Discuss approaches and illustrations of successes and critical needs facing public health with illustrations from state.

Presenting author's disclosure statement:
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.