National Public Health Week April 5-11

This week is National Public Health Week (NPHW). During this week communities across the country will celebrate to recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving the public’s health. The American Public Health Association (APHA) serves as the organizer of NPHW and has developed a national campaign to educate the public, policy-makers and practitioners about issues related to creating a healthy America. The only way to become a healthier nation is to create healthier communities. Join APHA during NPHW 2010 as we work together to create “A Healthier America: One Community at a Time.”  The American Public Health Association (APHA) has issued a call for America to become the healthiest nation in one generation. It may sound impossible, but if we all pitch in—from our neighborhoods and workplaces to our schools and families—we can make a difference. For more information click here.

APHA has developed a toolkit to help communities work together to plan events during NPHW to raise awareness about public health, including mental wellness. The toolkit includes activities specifice for neighborhoods, schools, and workplaces that help to raise awareness about public health issues. The toolkit has sections focused on event planning, media outreach, and social media outreach. To download the toolkit from the APHA website click here. Watch this APHA video: A Healthier America Begins with You.

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