Question:
Since the outbreak of COVID-19, a new infectious disease has been identified in different parts of the globe but has not yet reached the United States. Public health agencies at the federal, state, and local levels of government and jurisdictional public health agencies are assessing their capability to prepare and respond to the infectious disease. They will perform the functions listed below: (CDC, p. 11) Function 1: Determine risks to the health of the jurisdiction Function 2: Strengthen community partnerships to support public health preparedness Function 3: Coordinate with partners and share information through community social networks Function 4: Coordinate training and provide guidance to support community involvement with preparedness efforts As the Public Health Coordinator for your community, write a informative essay on how you will achieve these functions.