Discussion: Massive Outbreak of Antimicrobial-Resistant Salmonellosis Traced to Contaminated Milk

Protecting the public from foodborne illnesses has become increasingly complex in recent decades as a result of advances in food technology, competitive forces within the foodservice industry, and declining resources for governmental public health agencies. Public health and health education professionals are often tasked with monitoring and health data analytics (e.g., epidemiology, program evaluation). In this discussion, you will:

• Examine how metrics are utilized to drive desired health outcomes.

• Analyze the complexities involved with the strategic planning process.

• Describe the importance of indicators in public health, and the related stakeholders.

• Explain issues pertinent to the strategic planning process in the monitoring and controlling of health outcomes.

• Analyze health outcomes related to standards in the public health sector.

300 words discussion Board

Reference Public Health: What It Is and How It Works -Bernard Turnock.