Greene County Public Health Announces New Achievement

Greene County Public Health is pleased to announce that it has been accredited for five years by the Public Health Accreditation Board.

This milestone accomplishment is official recognition that Greene County Public Health meets or exceeds the rigorous standards established by the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). The national accreditation program works to improve and protect the health of the public by advancing and ultimately transforming the quality and performance of the nation’s state, local, Tribal and territorial public health departments. Accreditation means Greene County Public Health is committed to continuous quality improvement so that we can meet our community’s needs as effectively as possible. PHAB accreditation demonstrates our accountability and credibility to everyone with whom we work.

Greene County Public Health is proud to be recognized by PHAB for demonstrating the capacity to protect and promote the health of our community. The achievement of national accreditation will help guide our work to better protect, promote and preserve the health of the people in our community. Health Commissioner Melissa Howell stated “When you see the symbol of public health accreditation you will know that an independent, non-profit, non-governmental organization has closely examined our facility, procedures and reports. It means we, as an organization care enough about our residents to strive for the highest level of service and performance possible. All Greene County Public Health employees have worked to make this day a reality. Our employees are dedicated professionals who seek to make a difference in our communities every day. This recognition acknowledges the unique and special contribution of our profession.”

If you have questions or comments about our accomplishment, please contact Sheryl Wynn, Accreditation Coordinator at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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