Health Education and Promotion
What is Public Health?
Public health is the science of protecting and improving the health of communities and populations. Public health includes the promotion of healthy lifestyles, research on disease and injury prevention, and the detection and control of infectious diseases. Overall, public health is concerned with protecting the health of entire populations. These populations can be as small as a local neighborhood, or as big as an entire country or region of the world. (CDC Foundation)
What is Health Promotion?
Health Promotion programs work to empower individuals and communities to take control of and improve their health. Health Promotion programs provide individuals with the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to choose healthy behaviors.
The Livingston County Health Promotion Team uses data and community feedback to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate health programming and initiatives. The team also develops educational materials, writes grants, and participates in local coalitions.
Health Promotion Resources
Chronic Disease Prevention
Chronic diseases are defined as conditions that last 1 year or more and requires ongoing medical attention, limits activities of daily life, or both (CDC). Chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes are the leading causes of death in the United States.
Health Data Dashboard
In public health, collecting data is key to better communication and creating effective ways to prevent diseases and injuries. This data can include community beliefs and attitudes, local resources, and other relevant factors. Review our compiled list of public health data sources at the local, state, and national levels.
Last Modified April 24, 2026
