The Local Health Improvement Coalition (LHIC) is comprised of partnerships from across Baltimore County government, private industry and education. The LHIC supports the Maryland State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP) in its efforts to improve population health by joint sponsorship of activities and events.
The LHIC has created a Community Health Improvement Plan to work together to improve population health in Baltimore County. As the group engages in the Action Plans and steps in these areas, updates will be provided. The three areas prioritized are access to care, behavioral health and chronic disease.
View the core functions of assessment, policy development and assurance of services provide the framework for all activities in public health.
Community Feedback
We encourage community feedback to help us better connect with the public and improve our services. Your comments will help us understand how we can try to fulfill our mission of healthy people working, living and playing in Baltimore County.
Orientation
Prior to attending a meeting, view an orientation presentation that explains the history and structure of the LHIC.
Data
Baltimore County has health data that is regularly monitored and publicly available from various sources including the Maryland Department of Health. Health data is also collected through our Managing for Results and performance measures requirements. Below are the action plans and progress reports for the coalition:
- Community Health Needs Assessment
- Action Plans
- Progress Reports
- Baltimore County Health Rankings
- Maryland State Health Improvement Process (SHIP)
- Opportunity Atlas
- Maryland Department of Health Vital Statistics and Reports
- Obesity in Maryland and Baltimore County
- Infant Mortality
Meetings
Coalition meetings are held quarterly on the first Wednesday in March, June, September and December from 3 to 5 p.m. at:
Drumcastle Government Center
6401 York Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21212
Sub-committee meetings are held at designated locations determined by the group. For questions or concerns, contact Ms. Laura Culbertson at 410-887-3729.
Upcoming
To view upcoming meeting details and documents, select from the list below.
2020
View the meeting agendas and minutes.
| Date | Time | Location | Meeting Documents |
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| March 4 | 3 to 5 p.m. | Drumcastle Government Center 6401 York Road, Third Floor Baltimore, Maryland 21212 |
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| June 3 | 3 to 5 p.m. | Drumcastle Government Center 6401 York Road, Third Floor Baltimore, Maryland 21212 |
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| September 2 | 3 to 5 p.m. | Drumcastle Government Center 6401 York Road, Third Floor Baltimore, Maryland 21212 |
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| December 2 | 3 to 5 p.m. | Drumcastle Government Center 6401 York Road, Third Floor Baltimore, Maryland 21212 |
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2019
| Date | Time | Location | Meeting Documents |
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| March 6 | 3 to 5 p.m. | Cockeysville Branch Public Library 9833 Greenside Drive Cockeysville, Maryland 21030 |
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| June 5 | 3 to 5 p.m. | Drumcastle Government Center 6401 York Road, Third Floor Baltimore, Maryland 21212 |
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| September 4 | 3 to 5 p.m. | Drumcastle Government Center 6401 York Road, Third Floor Baltimore, Maryland 21212 |
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| December 4 | 3 to 5 p.m. | Drumcastle Government Center 6401 York Road, Third Floor Baltimore, Maryland 21212 |
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Members
Any interested party may join the coalition or any of its subcommittees at any time.
Gregory Wm. Branch, M.D., MBA, CPE, FACP
Baltimore County Health Officer, Baltimore County Coalition Chair
Renee Youngfellow, RN, BSN, MPH
Acting Chief, Quality Improvement
Phone: 410-887-2705
Email: ryoungfellow@baltimorecountymd.gov
The following organizations are members of the Baltimore County Health Coalition:
- Aetna
- Baltimore County Citizen
- Baltimore County Department of Aging
- Baltimore County Department of Health
- Baltimore County Department of Health and Human Services
- Baltimore County Public Library
- Baltimore County Department of Planning
- Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks
- Baltimore County Department of Social Services
- Baltimore County Fire Department
- Baltimore County Police Department
- Baltimore County Public Library
- Baltimore County Public Schools
- Baltimore Medical Systems
- Chase Brexton Health Services, Inc.
- Coppin State University
- Greater Baltimore Medical Health Care System
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of the Mid-Atlantic States, Inc.
- LifeBridge Northwest Hospital
- Local Management Board
- Maryland Office of Minority Health and Health Disparity
- Maryland Minority Outreach and Technical Assistance
- Maryland State Department of Health
- Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center
- Neighborspace of Baltimore County
- Saint Agnes Hospital
- Set The Captives Free Outreach Center
- Stevenson University
- University of Maryland Extension - Baltimore County
- University of Maryland Saint Joseph Medical Center
- Y of Central Maryland
Resources
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Reducing deaths related to falls through education and resources is an initiative for all ages.
Disparities in health outcomes are a focus for the health coalition. Healthy People 2020 has a search tool that helps identify disparities.
Knowing your blood pressure numbers is the first step in managing your health.
Reducing low birth weight is an initiative that provides a multi-faceted approach to decreasing infant mortality in Baltimore County. The following information presents ways to promote the health of babies.
- Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for tips on what you can do before pregnancy to be healthy.
- View a safe sleep environment video to learn about ways to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and other sleep-related causes of infant death.
- Plan to breastfeed if you are pregnant? Find helpful resources.
- Safe to Sleep
Reducing childhood obesity through increased physical activity is a way to improve the health of children in Baltimore County. Use the resources below to increase your family's physical activity and improve their health.
Infant deaths can be reduced by following safe infant sleep practices. View an informational video promoting these practices based on current research.
Reducing the risk of overdose deaths by decreasing access to medications that could be abused is a way to prevent overdoses in Baltimore County.
- Overdose Prevention Plan
- Drug Drop Boxes
- Opioid Overdose Response Training
- View the Health Officer's interview on prevention efforts to reduce opioid overdoses in Baltimore County.
- A review of data on opioid issues in Baltimore County, as well as Medication Assisted Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
Syphilis rates can be reduced by encouraging testing at every health encounter. Find free, fast and confidential testing near you.
- View the Health Officer's interview on syphilis awareness and efforts to reduce cases in Baltimore County.
Reducing tobacco use by adults and youth is a critical step in improving health. If you are looking for support while you stop smoking, sign up to receive free text messages that will provide encouragement and help you succeed.
Electronic cigarettes contain harmful chemicals. Learn more about the dangers of using them.
Learn how to manage your weight without being hungry.