Please share specific feedback on the Foundational Capabilities (FCs). This might include why you agree they are “foundational,” or why you do not think they are. You can also comment on the scope of activities we have outlined in the V1 document. Please be as specific as possible.
FCs are cross-cutting skills that need to be present in state and local health departments everywhere for the health system to work anywhere. They are necessary to support the foundational areas, and other programs and activities, key to protecting the community’s health and achieving equitable health outcomes. These skills include organizational competencies such as leadership, governance, quality management, and health equity; all hazards preparedness and emergency response; assessment; communications; policy development and support, and community partnership development.