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Cochise County health officials highlight service gains, warn of funding strain
Summary
Cochise County Director of Public Health Barb Lang presented an annual report showing increases in services—including 9,000 naloxone doses distributed, more than 3,000 home visits and rising WIC participation—while warning that grant funding declines and federal uncertainty require internal reallocations and pose implementation risks.
Barb Lang, Director of Public Health for Cochise County, told the county health board that the departmentannual report shows significant increases in several services while grant revenue has declined.
The annual report, Lang said, records a rise to 9,000 distributed doses of naloxone (Narcan), more than 3,000 Health Start home visits for prenatal and early-childhood support, higher WIC participation aided by a new online "WIC Your Way" option, expanded TB screening at a $25 fee, and recognition for county wellness programs with a state platinum award. At the same time, Lang said many grants have ended and federal funding…
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