National Public Health Week | SPH

Monday, April 1: Civic Engagement—By taking actions to get more civically engaged, like voting, we exercise our right to make decisions about our communities, like whether our neighborhoods have walkable sidewalks, how much funding goes to reproductive health clinics in our states and how prepared the nation’s infrastructure is for future pandemics and disasters.

Civic Engagement

Tuesday, April 2: Healthy Neighborhoods — When our neighborhoods are healthy, we have the building blocks for healthy lives.

Healthy Neighborhoods

Wednesday, April 3: Climate Change — Climate change is the most pressing threat to human health that our world faces today. Some groups of people, including communities of color and low-income neighborhoods, are disproportionately impacted by climate change.

Climate Change

Thursday, April 4: New Tools and Innovations — Public health is all about preventing disease, diagnosing health conditions and encouraging health and well-being. However, achieving these goals wouldn’t be possible without the help of new tools and innovations in public health. From wearable fitness bands to virtual doctors’ appointments, new technology has changed the way individuals and communities receive and respond to health information.

New Tools and Innovation

Friday, April 5: Reproductive and Sexual Health -When people have access to quality reproductive and sexual health care and education, they can live happier and healthier lives. However, reproductive and sexual health justice are under attack, with over 500 anti-LGBTQ+ bills being introduced in 2023 alone and 43 states banning or heavily restricting access to safe abortions.

Reproductive and Sexual Health

Saturday, April 6: Emergency Preparedness— Unexpected events such as power outages and natural disasters like earthquakes and hurricanes can happen without a moment’s notice. Being ready for crises before they happen can not only protect you and your loved ones but also underserved communities where disasters can worsen inequities.

Emergency Preparedness

Sunday, April 7: Future of Public Health — Public health needs to take a fresh approach — one rooted in fairness and inclusivity. Public health’s future is all about teaming up — joining forces with unexpected partners from different sectors and centering community voices. This future is about tearing down barriers, not just fixing problems but preventing them altogether. It’s making sure every person has access to the support and care they need for a healthier life.

Future of Public Health