Concept information
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health and social care
health care management
health care economics and organizations
organizations (healthcare)
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group dynamics
group performance and problem solving
organization (group structure)
organizations (healthcare)
Preferred term
local public health agencies
Definition
- 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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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/local_public_health_agencies
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