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GENERAL INFORMATION

Today, local public health organizations must be prepared to respond in the event of a public health threat such as:

• Infectious disease outbreak

• Bioterrorism event

• Chemical spill

• Contamination of drinking water

• Natural disasters

Both state and local health departments receive funding from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to improve capacity in planning, epidemiological response, education and training, public risk communication and information dissemination, and improvement of current information technology resources.  The Bell County Public Health District uses these funds to employ fulltime employees to support local efforts for public health emergency preparedness.  Please contact the District's main office at (254)773-4457, if you have any questions or would like additional information.