Folkehelsemidler for Østfold

Østfold fylkeskommune offers regional public health funding to municipalities in Østfold for systematic public health work in 2026. This funding supports municipalities in meeting public health goals established in the Regional Public Health Plan for Østfold. The grant is designed to help municipalities fulfill requirements under the Public Health Act, including maintaining updated health overviews and knowledge about health status and influencing factors in their communities. Recipients must commit to organizing public health work across sectors, maintaining dialogue with voluntary organizations, and participating actively in regional public health networks. The funding allocation uses a distribution formula with a minimum base amount of 100,000 kroner, plus additional funding based on population size.