Dwayne Carey, Boone County Sheriff | Missouri Sheriffs' Retirement System website
Dwayne Carey, Boone County Sheriff | Missouri Sheriffs' Retirement System website
District II Commissioner Janet Thompson has been appointed as Chair of the Healthy Counties Advisory Board. This board plays a crucial role in assisting the National Association of Counties (NACo) by identifying priorities and activities for the Healthy Counties Initiative. The initiative aims to create and sustain healthy counties through collaboration and sharing evidence-informed approaches to pressing health issues.
The Healthy Counties Initiative focuses on supporting and elevating best practices and county innovations in public health. It empowers county leaders with resources necessary for promoting and advancing health policies and programs that address community needs.
Thompson's appointment is expected to contribute significantly to these efforts, leveraging her expertise to guide program implementation effectively.