The Aetna Foundation announced an initiative launched in partnership with the American Public Health Association and the National Association of Counties, the Healthiest Cities and Counties ChallengeThe initiative is a $1.5 million prize competition where small and mid-sized U.S. cities and counties, as well as federally recognized tribes, will compete over the course of several years to develop practical, evidence-based strategies to improve measurable health outcomes and promote health and wellness, equity, and social interaction.

Applications to be selected as a finalist city, county or tribe are due May 31.

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