First Steps: A Pilot Preparedness Program for Public Health Nurses Public health will face major challenges in the coming decades. The 1999 West Nile outbreak in New York City and other recent incidents demonstrate how important public health is as a frontline defense against emerging infections, bioterrorism, and other unexpected emergencies. A well-prepared public health workforce is more critical than ever. The challenges are particularly … Continue reading “First Steps: A Pilot Preparedness Program for Public Health Nurses” Learn More