Data & Measures Data and measures developed by MN EPHT are made
available through: MNPH Data Access is a web-based query and
information system designed to provide public access to
Minnesota data about health, the environment, and other risk
factors that may impact public health. These data may be used
to: - Help people and communities make healthy choices - Protect
children, the environment, and future generations - Evaluate and
measure the effectiveness of public health actions and policy
See Tracking in Action for examples of how MN EPHT data may be
used. Ultimately, the goal of MNPH Data Access is to support the
Minnesota Department of Health's mission -- to protect,
maintain, and improve the health of all Minnesotans. Background:
Data & Measures Nationally Consistent Data and Measures (NCDMs)
are developed by MN EPHT in colaboration with the National
Environmental Public Health Tracking Network (National Tracking
Network). The following are core content areas of the National
Network: - Air quality - Birt