In Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, much like the rest of America, one’s neighborhood has a significant impact on their risk of developing cardiovascular disease—the leading cause of death in the county. While many areas of the county are undergoing revitalization, some neighborhoods never recovered after the collapse of the steel industry, resulting in major health inequities across geographies, economic status, and race and gender identities.

In 2015, Data Across Sectors for Health (DASH) conducted an environmental scan of the state of multi-sector data sharing initiatives aimed at improving community health. Monitoring and analysis is ongoing, but the initial findings show a vibrant and diverse set of initiatives exist across the country.