Friday Five – National Public Health Week
Follow and join the conversation with #NPHW and #NPHWChat.
The American Public Health Association (@PublicHealth) brings together communities across the United States to observe National Public Health Week (@NPHW) as a time to recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving our nation’s health. This year’s theme is “Protecting, Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health” and the event takes place April 1-7, 2024. This week’s Friday Five takes a look at the events happening to celebrate public health and all of its benefits.
Schedule of Events for NPHW 2024
Join APHA April 1-7 for live events during the 2024 National Public Health Week. This year’s events will cover an array of topics from this year’s theme, “Protecting, Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health!” Review the schedule overview and save your spot. You will have the option to register for one event or all. Space is limited for some live events, but all events will be recorded and freely available to the public. You do not need to register to get acess to the recordings.
National Public Health Week is less than 3 weeks away! Save the date for our Kickoff Forum with @pattiegonia! RSVP today: https://t.co/ACSuUunsxv #NPHW pic.twitter.com/byEpUek4Xn
— National Public Health Week (@NPHW) March 12, 2024
National Public Health Week Daily Themes
During each day of National Public Health Week, APHA focuses on a particular public health topic. Then, they identify ways each of us can make a difference on that topic. These areas are critical to our future success in creating the healthiest nation, and everyone can do their part to help.
- Civic Engagement (Monday)
- Healthy Neighborhoods (Tuesday)
- Climate Change (Wednesday)
- New Tools and Innovations (Thursday)
- Reproductive and Sexual Health (Friday)
- Emergency Preparedness (Saturday)
- Future of Public Health (Sunday)
Getting Your First Gig: An Early-Career Professionals Panel
With graduation on the horizon, public health students and early-career professionals can learn from folks who have been there. This panel discussion will dive into how to make the jump from public health student to public health professional.
Celebrate #NPHW Student Day by joining our Early-Career Professionals Panel on Tuesday, April 2 at 5 p.m. ET. Learn more about how to make that jump from student to public health professional. Register now: https://t.co/qEuL1bYrX4 pic.twitter.com/D1sRPf4kIx
— National Public Health Week (@NPHW) March 19, 2024
APHA President’s Fireside Chat
During National Public Health Week join APHA President Ella Greene-Moton in conversation with NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson, JD, for a conversation about health equity and community empowerment.
Join APHA President Ella Greene-Monton and NAACP President/CEO Derrick Johnson for a dynamic conversation around racial and health equity on Wednesday, April 3 at 4 p.m. ET. You won’t want to miss this enlightening discussion! https://t.co/DybuhKTUVO pic.twitter.com/0lOLQqnnUX
— National Public Health Week (@NPHW) March 18, 2024
2024 #NPHWChat on X and Threads
Join APHA as we celebrate our 29th National Public Health Week with our annual #NPHWChat, a conversation and collaboration highlighting all things public health! APHA will be asking Qs and sharing your As with hundreds of public health organizations and leaders. The #NPHWChat will be on X, as usual, but some questions will also be posted on Threads!
QUESTIONS:
- Q1 Civic engagement is a cornerstone of public health. How can we actively participate in shaping health policies and priorities in our communities? #NPHWChat #NPHW #PublicHealth
- Q2 Students are the future of public health. How can academic institutions and organizations better support students in pursuing careers and making an impact in public health? #NPHWChat #NPHW #PublicHealth
- Q3 Community-led initiatives drive change. What are some examples of grassroots efforts that have significantly improved public health outcomes in your community? #NPHWChat #NPHW #PublicHealth
- Q4 New tools and innovations play a role in advancing public health. What emerging technologies do you see making a positive impact in the field of public health? #NPHWChat #NPHW #PublicHealth
- Q5 Our @GetReady program teaches people how to better prepare themselves, their homes, their families and their communities for disasters. What’s one important tool you recommend to help people stay healthy and safe? #NPHWChat #NPHW #PublicHealth
- Q6 Health equity is a fundamental right. Ensuring equitable access to health and healthcare, regardless of race, income, or zip code, is necessary for thriving communities. What are you doing in your community to prioritize equity in the public’s health? #NPHWChat #PublicHealth
- Q7 At the end of #NPHW, we’re looking to the future! Who inspires you and your public health work or journey? #NPHWChat #PublicHealth
#NPHWChat is back! Join us for a convo about all things public health! RSVP now to get the questions in advance! https://t.co/r8C2WVnVOp pic.twitter.com/ktF11uvuaB
— National Public Health Week (@NPHW) March 12, 2024
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