A new flu virus has recently emerged in China, putting health officials around the world, including those at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, on alert. Read more from APHA's Get Ready blog. Photo courtesy CDC/James Gathany
From vaccinations and seatbelt safety to tobacco cessation programs and fluoridated water, a new video from APHA demonstrates the powerful return on investment of public health interventions in saving lives and money.
Public health groups are calling on the U.S. Senate to protect key health-related provisions in the reauthorization of the farm bill in advance of debate today.
The future of global health is under investigation this week at the 66th World Health Assembly in Geneva, including issues such as controlling noncommunicable diseases and advancing toward universal health coverage.
New research reveals a connection between bullied youth thought to be gay and depressed mood. This study of thousands of Washington youth highlights the prevalence of bullying and stresses the importance of bullying prevention.
Would you agree to promote public and mental health in your own life and in your community? You can prove it by taking the Prevention Pledge on Facebook.
APHA’s Action Board helps bring critical public health issues to the nation’s attention. It connects the Association’s member groups and Affiliates, develops and reviews policies and shares APHA priorities with the nation’s policymakers.