Resources for Local Public Health Departments

Webinars and Resources from UWPHI

County Health Rankings & Roadmaps has a number of webinars and presentations to help you understand the Rankings themselves, as well as learn about action opportunities building off of the Rankings. To learn more, visit: County Health Rankings & Roadmaps: Webinars and Resources

News Release Template

This news release template can help your local public health department proactively reach out to media, to inform them of your county’s rank, strengths, and opportunities for improvement. A number of counties have used this template in the past with success. Please contact MDH for a news release template.

Talking Points

These talking points can be used to help with your local public health department’s key messaging. Please contact MDH for talking points on Minnesota and the Rankings.

Talking to Media

MDH can help you talk to your local media. Contact MDH for a brief with tips for media inquiries. Please contact MDH for a guide on talking to your local media.

Coaching on 2013 Rankings from UWPHI

The County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program has three Community Engagement Specialists to help communities put the County Health Rankings into action to improve community health. Together, they have developed the Roadmaps to Health Action Center, which includes tools and guidance to help communities put the Rankings into action. They are also available to consult with communities via phone or email. To contact them, visit: Contact the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps

Questions

Please contact MDH if you have further questions.