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We are the only organization that combines a 150-year perspective, a broad-based member community and the ability to influence federal policy to improve the public's health.
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Join public health leaders, policymakers and advocates at APHA’s 2025 Policy Action Institute, June 16-17. With 300+ professionals from government, nonprofits, and academia, this is your opportunity to expand your network, strengthen your advocacy skills and walk away with practical strategies you can implement immediately to help shape the future of public health.
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APHA Signs On Open Letter Urging COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage in Pregnancy
As organizations dedicated to public health and evidence-based health care for pregnant patients, we are particularly passionate about ensuring equitable and free access to these critical vaccines. We are deeply concerned about the recently adopted HHS policy to no longer recommend COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy.
APHA blasts EPA proposal to roll back protections to reduce dangerous air pollution from the power sector
The Environmental Protection Agency’s proposal to roll back two vital rules to reduce pollution from power plants threatens the health of millions of Americans. The American Public Health Association urges EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin to reconsider this proposal and recognize the harm that will be done, especially to communities located close to power plants, including the most vulnerable such as children, the elderly and individuals with chronic diseases.
Trump administration attempts coup of the Advisory Committees on Immunization Practices
This action immediately raises concern over the ability of any slate of committee members appointed by the Trump administration to be viewed as impartial to RFK's views on any decision, and therefore their actions will be suspect and likely mistrusted.
2025 Policy Action Institute to unpack federal and state public health policy under the Trump Administration
On June 16-17, The American Public Health Association’s 2025 Policy Action Institute brings together bipartisan policymakers, public health officials and advocates to Washington, D.C. for an engaging conversation on health policy in the new administration and how community leaders and state legislators are advocating for effective policies.
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