SWNPHD provides leadership, resources, and training in public health emergencies. We participate in preparedness exercises, give education and resources for developing emergency kits for businesses and individuals, provide guidelines for developing home disaster kits, and organize Community Preparedness Committees to plan for local emergencies.

We identify, investigate and monitor each occurrence of reportable communicable disease. We take action to contain the spread of disease before it becomes a major public health concern. We educate the public on preventative measures to protect themselves, family and others from disease.

To prevent communicable diseases, we provide adult and child immunizations throughout the health district. Free and discounted services are offered for those who qualify. Insurance is billed for those with coverage. Outreach clinics are provided in communities with limited medical services and/or transportation.

We prevent the start of tobacco use by educating our youth on the hazards of smoking, chewing and vaping. We provide "No Smoking" entry stickers and a 1-800-QUITNOW hotline. We work with public health partners to promote Smoke-Free housing and work places.

We collect specific health data for the nine county health district, which is available for all public health partners to utilize in their efforts to identify and measure progress in changing unhealthy trends.