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The mission of Prevention Services is to prevent disease and premature death
and to enhance the health and well-being of all Californians. The foundation of
this mission is composed of community-based primary and secondary prevention
activities targeted to measurable improvements in community health, and the
commitment to scientific excellence. Prevention Services will continue to be a
national leader in the areas of epidemiology, laboratory science, and prevention
science. Prevention Services will:
- Provide quality biomedical and bioenvironmental laboratory services.
- Develop partnerships with and regulate businesses and industries to
achieve and maintain a healthful environment.
- Coordinate efforts to minimize the incidence and prevalence of
communicable diseases, environmental and occupational hazards, injuries, and
chronic diseases.
- Work with local public health and environmental health agencies which
share the legal responsibility for protecting and enhancing public health.
These activities will be augmented by strong partnerships with
community-based organizations.
- Incorporate prevention services and education into comprehensive primary
care services.
- Design and evaluate the cost-effectiveness of prevention strategies.
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