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Association of Public Health Laboratories (U.S.) ; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)
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The Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) surveys public health laboratories (PHLs) annually to assess their ability to respond to threats and to identify challenges that affect rapid response. These laboratories are paramount in protecting our nation’s health from various threats, including biological, chemical and radiological, as well as emerging infectious diseases and natural disasters. Throughout the last year, PHLs across the country responded to several threats, notably the emerging threat of Zika virus and the waning effects of Ebola virus disease. These laboratories operate effectively due to their ability to have a highly skilled workforce, cutting edge diagnostic technology, modern facilities that maintain the safety of staff and integrity of specimens and electronic communication systems that provide speedy transmission of test results.

A large part of the preparedness and response work in PHLs is resourced by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) via its Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) Cooperative Agreement. In Fiscal Year (FY) 15, 52 PHLs reported receiving a total of $89.7 million in funds from federal agencies with $74.7 million (83%) attributed to the CDC PHEP Cooperative Agreement. PHEP funding levels have remained stable throughout the past decade, leading to significant true-dollar declines when accounting for inflation. These reductions continue to impact PHLs abilities to prepare for the next infectious outbreak and serve their populations with everyday health needs.

This report was 100% supported by federal funds. The total amount of funding received for the Public Health Preparedness and Response Program is $2,867,000. The total amount of funding received for the Environmental Health Program is $781,000.

This publication was supported by Cooperative Agreement #U60OE000103 funded by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of CDC or the Department of Health and Human Services.

PHPR-2016-All-Hazards-52017.pdf


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Communicable Disease Control Disaster Planning Emergency Medical Services Laboratories/organization & Administration Program Development Public Health Administration State Government
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Cooperative Agreement #U60OE000103
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United States
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Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library collection
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