APHA works to improve access to care, bring about health equity and support public health infrastructure. Public health is a broad field. We focus on the most important problems and solutions …

Public health practitioners work in a variety of settings, including but not limited to local, state, and national governmental public health departments; domestic and international nongovernmental …

Building on discussions between public health and health care experts assembled by APHA, AcademyHealth and Kaiser Permanente, a new set of policy papers addresses three key social …

Advocate for health education, disease prevention and health promotion directed to individuals, groups and communities in all activities of the Association and in the nation’s health programs. Stimulate …

Nov 12, 2018 · Abstract Suicide by firearm is a public health problem. In 2016, firearm suicides accounted for half of all suicide deaths in the United States. Access to a firearm, particularly during a …

Oct 23, 2020 · Urges national health care leaders to design a transition and implementation strategy that communicates the impact of a proposed universal health care system on individuals, hospitals, …

Sample Questions for Public Forums Our goal as public health advocates is to speak for health and demonstrate the importance of public health in our communities around the nation. The following …

We offer online learning opportunities for public health professionals to build knowledge and earn continuing education credits year-round. Visit APHA Now to access courses and events from top …

APHA believes public health professionals deserve a stronger voice in public health advocacy. Together, we can change the narrative and turn the tide. #SpeakForHealth APHA is the leading voice for public …

Why is public health important? Public health improves our quality of life, helps children thrive, reduces human suffering and saves money. Every day, the public health field is working – often behind the …