Author Question: What determines the authority, responsibility, and funding of local health departments? A. ... (Read 32 times)

P68T · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

What determines the authority, responsibility, and funding of local health departments?

A. County/district legislation
B. The federal government
C. The local health department
D. State legislation

Question 2

What is the primary reason that state health departments have reduced services over the last decade?

A. A downturn in the economy and tax reform efforts means fewer state tax dollars.
B. Federal government funds given to states specifically for health needs have been increased but are often used for other purposes.
C. The need to provide care is finally declining as new mandates from the federal level are felt by local communities.
D. There is less and less demand for public health services by the public.