About the EHSF Public Health Division
Empowering Community Health Through
Preparedness & Response
The Public Health Division at EHSF works to strengthen community health across South Central Pennsylvania through preparedness, prevention, and rapid response, so EMS and public health succeed together.
How we support communities...
Preparedness
Volunteer and support teams can be ready to deploy and assist, reducing the burden on EMS during incidents or public health emergencies. By having public health resources available, EMS can focus on critical medical calls without being stretched thin by non-urgent but essential community health needs.
Prevention
Vaccine equity, education, and community health outreach reduce avoidable emergencies, meaning fewer preventable illness-related 911 calls.
Response
Support for clinics, shelters, assessments, and environmental hazards allows EMS to focus on high-acuity emergencies. Public health staff and volunteers take on critical support roles such as staffing vaccination sites or conducting health screenings so EMS crews can remain available for urgent calls.
Partnership
Coordinated action with public health, healthcare, and EMS ensures better communication, resource sharing, and community resiliency.
Our Program Areas
South Central PA Medical Reserve Corps
A dedicated team of medical and non-medical volunteers working together to strengthen public health and emergency response through vaccination clinics, environmental monitoring, emergency preparedness, and community education.
Vaccine Education & Equity
Facilitating public access through vaccination clinics, educational efforts, literature distribution, and community forums, prioritizing outreach in vulnerable and underserved populations
Emergency Readiness & Training
Hosting and supporting exercises, webinars, and preparedness drills tailored for public health staff, healthcare providers, and community volunteers. These initiatives ensure swift and effective response during local or regional crises .
Harm Reduction & Outreach
Providing resources, education, and support to reduce risks associated with substance use. Efforts include naloxone distribution, community training, and connecting individuals to recovery and support services.
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