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Oswego Today
By the People, for the People
Oswego County Legislature Recognizes Health Department
Health department earns national accreditation from Public Health Accreditation Board
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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The Oswego County Legislature recognized its Health Department for earning national accreditation from the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) during its February meeting. The Legislature's Health Committee presented the PHAB plaque signifying the honor, which demonstrates Oswego County's commitment to excellence in serving the community and meeting foundational public health needs.
Why it matters
Achieving national accreditation is an important milestone for the Oswego County Health Department, as it strengthens the department's ability to prepare for emergencies and ensure its public health programs meet community needs. This recognition reflects the department's dedication to providing essential services to protect and promote the health of every resident in Oswego County.
The details
The Oswego County Health Department is one of only 19 health departments in New York State that have earned PHAB accreditation, which is estimated to be just 14% of all health departments across the country. The accreditation process evaluates a health department's performance and capacity to carry out essential public health services.
- The Oswego County Legislature recognized the health department's accreditation during its February 2026 meeting.
- The health department first announced it had earned national accreditation in November 2025.
The players
Oswego County Health Department
The county's public health agency that provides essential services to protect and promote the health of residents.
Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB)
The non-profit organization that administers the national accreditation program for public health departments.
Paul House
Chairman of the Oswego County Legislature's Health Committee.
Vera Dunsmoor
Oswego County Public Health Director.
Phil Church
Oswego County Administrator.
What they’re saying
“Achieving national accreditation is an impressive milestone. This honor reflects the health department's commitment to providing essential services to protect and promote the health of every resident in Oswego County.”
— Paul House, Chairman, Oswego County Legislature's Health Committee (oswegocountytoday.com)
“I'm incredibly proud of our dedicated team. This achievement is a testament to their professionalism, resilience and unwavering service. Accreditation isn't just recognition for where we are today, but it's a promise to continue to improve and ensure a healthier future for our community.”
— Vera Dunsmoor, Oswego County Public Health Director (oswegocountytoday.com)
What’s next
The Oswego County Legislature will continue to support the Health Department's efforts to maintain its national accreditation and provide high-quality public health services to the community.
The takeaway
The Oswego County Health Department's national accreditation demonstrates its commitment to excellence, preparedness, and meeting the evolving public health needs of the community. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the department's staff.
