3. In your table, provide a definition of the essential service, and identify a real-world example of public health in practice.

a. The real-world example can be a local or national program, initiative, governmental service, or nonprofit program.

4. Describe the program and discuss how it is related to the definition of the essential service.

a. You can review your local state or city/county public health website or the CDC website.

Public Health Essential Service Definition Real-World Example 1. Monitor health status to identify community health problems. 2. Diagnose and investigate health problems and health hazards in the community. 3. Inform, educate, and empower people about health issues. 4. Enforce laws and regulations that protect health and ensure safety. 5. Evaluate effectiveness, accessibility, and quality of personal and population based health services.|