Your staff are already using AI—60% of county workers use it monthly. The problem? Few health departments have official policies in place. This gap creates real risks around data privacy, HIPAA compliance, and ethical use. As former public health officials and NACCHO...
Most AI implementations in public health don’t fail because of the technology. They fail because organizations skip the most crucial step: understanding what they’re actually trying to fix. You can’t automate what you don’t understand. And you...
The Reality of AI Use in Public Health Today According to the National Association of Counties (NACo), 60% of county officials reported using AI at least monthly for work in 2023-2024. This aligns with what we’ve found in our own research at Flourish and Thrive...
Help us map the current landscape of generative AI in public health Local health departments across the country are navigating the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence in different ways. Some have embraced AI tools to streamline workflows, others are...
Video and Text Split Environmental-health programs inside local public-health departments face a perfect storm: more inspections and community questions, fewer seasoned inspectors, and growing expectations for clear, consistent guidance. Every visit still demands...
Our Current Hypothesis on the Changing Landscape The public health funding environment is experiencing unprecedented shifts. Based on our analysis of current trends and regulatory changes, we believe health departments need to act strategically now to position...
