The following organizations and resources (categorized by regional level) include information on public health policy, services, and resources for assessing quality of health.
International Resources
RAND CorporationThe RAND Corporation is a research organization that develops solutions to public policy challenges to help make communities throughout the world safer and more secure, healthier and more prosperous.
World Federation of Public Health AssociationsThe World Federation of Public Health Associations was founded in May 1967 during the 20th World Health Assembly by delegates representing 32 national public health associations. Its foundation represented a milestone in creating a non-governmental civil society voice for public health.
The World Health OrganizationThe World Health Organization (WHO) works worldwide to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve the vulnerable.
National Resources
American Public Health AssociationThe American Public Health Association (APHA), works to advance the health of all people and all communities in the US
Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)HRSA programs provide equitable health care to people who are geographically isolated and economically or medically vulnerable. This includes programs that deliver health services to people with HIV, pregnant people, mothers and their families, those with low incomes, residents of rural areas, American Indians and Alaska Natives, and those otherwise unable to access high-quality health care.
MedlinePlusMedlinePlus is a online consumer health resource provided by the US National Library of Medicine which presents high-quality, relevant health and wellness information that is trusted and easy to understand
National Institutes of HealthThe US National Institute of Health is largest biomedical research agency in the world whose research seeks to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability
Public Health PartnersPublic Health Partners is an online resource helping the public health workforce find and use information effectively to improve and protect the public's health.
US Centers for Disease ControlThe CDC tries to protect America from health, safety and security threats, both foreign and in the U.S by fighting disease and supporting communities and citizens to do the same
US Department of Health and Human ServicesUS Department of Health tries to enhance and protect the health and well-being of all Americans by providing for effective health and human services and fostering advances in medicine, public health, and social services
Local Resources
Allegheny County Health DepartmentThe Allegheny County Health Department has local health information and polices and tries to protect, promote, and preserve the health and well-being of all Allegheny County residents
Office of Community Health & Safety - City of PittsburghThe Office of Community Health and Safety was established to address longstanding health, safety, and justice issues in the City of Pittsburgh. The office is tasked with redirecting city resources to better address community needs by housing social services, public health, and social work experts who can assist community members and first responders in situations that require longer-term support, harm reduction approaches, and other services.
Pennsylvania Department of HealthPennsylvania Department of Health has information on state health statistics and policies and provides top-quality programs and services that benefit the health, safety and well-being of all Pennsylvanians
