PHIG Success Stories
See firsthand stories of impact from the Public Health Infrastructure Grant. From small wins to transformative changes, these PHIG Success Stories give us a glimpse into how PHIG fosters widespread innovation in public health systems and structures.
Learn about the Vermont Department of Health's efforts to prioritize data modernization initiatives through its Data Modernization Advisory Committee.
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On the PHIG Impact Report, Celeste Jorge, epidemiologist and evaluator with the Connecticut Department of Public Health, discusses how her department is using PHIG on an early college experience program.
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With support from PHIG, the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) formed a Data Modernization Advisory Council (DMAC) in July 2025. VDH secured leadership buy-in by developing concise core messages that underscored the importance of data modernization and leveraged PHIG technical assistance from ASTHO and HLN Consulting to support the council’s formation. VDH is also in the process of finalizing the scoring of its data modernization plan to strategically prioritize its needs and use it as a sustainability-focused roadmap for strengthening its data infrastructure. With representation from across state, local, and Tribal health departments, the council will ensure that modernization decisions are aligned with statewide priorities and designed for long-term sustainability.
On the PHIG Impact Report, Dr. Edward Simmer, the interim director of the South Carolina Department of Public Health, discusses how his department is using PHIG.
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Over 900 public health leaders gathered at ARC to share strategies on data modernization, workforce growth, and more. Read our blog post for key takeaways from this year’s PHIG convening.
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Learn how Tennessee and Connecticut are modernizing their contract and grants management systems with new tools, improved workflows, and stronger operational systems.
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