Four Categories and 10 Essential Services of Public Health

Definition

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Category 1: Assessment

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Monitor Health

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Diagnose and Investigate

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Category 2: Policy Development

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Inform, Educate, Empower

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Mobilize Community Partnerships

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Develop Policies

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Category 3: Assurances

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Enforce Laws

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Link to/Provide Care

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Assure Competent Workforce

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Evaluate

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Category 4: System Management

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Research

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