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local public health agencies  

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  • Local public health agencies (LPHAs) are those agencies that deal with health issues of the individual cities, counties, districts, and tribes. Public health is dedicated to preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through organized community efforts. [Source: Encyclopedia of Health Care Management; Local Public Health Agencies]

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