Washington, D.C., August 3, 2011 – The American Public Health
Association announced today the launch of Public Health Newswire, APHA’s newest
resource that provides the latest news of public health events, trends and
advocacy. Online at www.publichealthnewswire.org,
the site reports on a wide spectrum of public health topics — from the latest
research and policy debates to disease outbreaks and resources for public
health professionals.
“Public
Health Newswire showcases the extraordinary work of public health, including APHA
members and partners, unlike we’ve ever been able to do before,” said Georges C.
Benjamin, MD, FACP, FACEP (E), executive director of APHA. “We believe this new
site will be invaluable in helping public health professionals stay abreast of industry
news and trends, share their perspectives and connect with others about the health
issues that matter most to them.”
Public
Health Newswire captures timely, relevant information from across the public
health community through news roundups and commentary from APHA members, Affiliates
and partners as well as original reporting of public health events and advocacy
efforts around the country. The site also features the latest research from the
scientific community.
Public
Health Newswire is freely accessible at www.publichealthnewswire.org and
can be contacted at newswire@apha.org.