With coronavirus cases now reported in Md., how are localities nationwide preparing? NACCHO official to speak today at 11 a.m.

George Roberts Jr., president of the National Association of County and City Health Officials, will discuss how local health officials across the country are preparing for the coronavirus at a National Press Club Newsmaker event on Friday, March 6, at 11 a.m. in the Zenger room.

Roberts has served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Northeast Texas Public Health District since November 2006 and has 35 years of healthcare experience, mostly in hospital administration. Roberts will make brief remarks followed by a question-and-answer session. Members of the media can register here to attend this event.

The mission of NACCHO is to improve the health of communities by strengthening and advocating for local health departments.