Description
Title: A resolution approving a memorandum of understanding between The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, acting by and through the Metropolitan Board of Health, and Vanderbilt University Medical Center to establish emergency worksite Points of Dispensing medication during a public health emergency and to provide licensed medical employees and other licensed medical professionals specified by the POD with mass prophylaxis for distribution in the event of a public health emergency.
Summary
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and Vanderbilt University Medical Center establishes a partnership to enhance public health emergency preparedness. Effective December 1, 2025, the MOU outlines roles for both parties in managing Points of Dispensing (POD) for mass prophylaxis during health crises. The Metro Public Health Department (MPHD) will oversee the distribution of medical supplies and provide training, while Vanderbilt will manage the dispensing of medications to its employees and affiliates. This collaboration aims to ensure rapid access to essential medical interventions during emergencies, thereby improving community health resilience in Nashville. The MOU includes provisions for confidentiality, compliance with health regulations, and liability protections, emphasizing the importance of effective and coordinated public health