Benjamin Luhrs

The Onondaga County Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan for 2019-2021 focuses on addressing health challenges within two priority areas: preventing chronic diseases and promoting well-being, including mental health and substance use disorder prevention. It assesses the current health status of Onondaga County residents, identifies health inequities, and outlines collaborative strategies involving the Health Department, local hospitals, and community partners to improve the health of county residents.

The 2022-2024 Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan for Onondaga County focuses on enhancing public health through collaborative efforts. Key areas of focus include preventing chronic diseases, promoting well-being, preventing mental and substance use disorders, promoting healthy and safe environments, and promoting the health of women, infants, and children. The plan aims to reduce health disparities, address social determinants of health, and improve access to care, with an emphasis on equity and community engagement.