Our Mission is to improve the health of Upper Valley residents through shared public health initiatives and services within a network of community stakeholders.
Our Mission is to improve the health of Upper Valley residents through shared public health initiatives and services within a network of community stakeholders.
What Rural Public Health Has Taught Me
/by Alice ElyBy Vismaya Gopalan, Dartmouth College, Class of 2027 For the past year and a half I have been fortunate to serve as a Dartmouth Center for Social Impact Class of ‘82 Fellow, working alongside the Public Health Council of the Upper Valley, town leaders, policymakers, and community partners to better understand what rural public health […]
Strengthening Public Health Systems Across State Lines
/by Alice ElyReflections from PHC’s 2025 Legislative Breakfast On October 31, the Public Health Council of the Upper Valley (PHC) convened legislators, public health leaders, healthcare providers, and community partners for our fifth Upper Valley Bi-State Legislative Breakfast. Held in Lebanon, NH, the 2025 event focused on how public health systems are structured, funded, and coordinated across […]
The Hidden Engine of Public Health
/by Alice ElyAs a student curious about medicine, particularly in a rural setting, the Public Health Council of the Upper Valley naturally was an attractive opportunity for a summer internship. Surprisingly, I learned that public health is much more complex than I expected,
Where Children Thrive
/by Alice ElyThe availability of childcare and the question of child wellbeing has been a concern in the Upper Valley for the past decade. There are a number of groups working on a variety of strategies to increase access to childcare and improve early childhood outcomes. We at the Public Health Council of the Upper Valley have […]
2025 Free Community Flu Vaccine Clinics
/by Alice ElyOnce again, partner organizations across the Upper Valley are coming together to provide seasonal flu vaccines to our community members. As is the case every year, protecting people from seasonal flu illness is crucial to the health of our communities. There are numerous options for vaccination. Please use the information below to find the right […]
Investing in the Future of Public Health: Meet PHC’s Summer Interns
/by Alice ElyHow four students are making a difference – and how the Public Health Council is building capacity through workforce development This summer, the Public Health Council of the Upper Valley welcomes four bright, mission-driven interns to its team. Each brings a unique perspective, a hunger to learn, and a passion for improving health equity. Their […]
Lebanon’s New Public Health Roadmap: A Regional Model for Collaborative Action
/by Alice ElyThe City of Lebanon and the Public Health Council of the Upper Valley have joined forces to develop a comprehensive Public Health Needs Assessment (PHNA). The report outlines both urgent needs and long-term opportunities to strengthen public health systems– not just for Lebanon, but for communities across the Upper Valley. Grounded in Community, Designed for […]