Vision: Healthy people in healthy communities.

Mission: Improve and protect the health of Montanans by creating conditions for healthy living.

Wildfire Smoke Communication

Wildfire Smoke and your Health: DPHHS Recommendations

Public Health Wildfire Communication Toolkit 

Diseases & Conditions Cancer, STD's, Flu, Hepatitis	Healthy Living Physical Activity, Immunization, Smoking Prevention
Public Health Emergency Preparedness Health Alert Network	Injury, Violence and Safety
Environmental Health Food Safety, Facility Licensing, Water Quality	Laboratory Testing (Diagnostic, Environmental & Water), Water Laboratory Certification
Family Health Infant and Child, Family Planning, WIC	Public Health & Safety Data
Publications	Public Health Accreditation

Guiding Principles:

• Evidence-based decision making: Use scientific evidence to select and implement programs that address documented health issues.
• Collaboration: Engage in collaborations to build public trust and Division effectiveness.
• Equal access: Ensure conditions of health are accessible to all.
• Individual rights: Achieve community health in a way that respects the rights and confidentiality of individuals.

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