Number: RL31719 Title: An Overview of the U.S. Public Health System in the Context of Emergency Preparedness Authors: Sarah A. Lister, Domestic Social Policy Division Abstract: This report contains two sections. The first provides an overview of the public health infrastructure. The second discusses the changes and improvements that are underway, and the issues and challenges inherent in improving public health preparedness. Pages: 58 Date: March 17, 2005