APHA Policy Statements

Listed below are some examples of APHA policies on the public health infrastructure.  For a complete list, please search our policy database at: http://www.apha.org/advocacy/policy/policysearch/

• Preparing for Pandemic Influenza 2006
• Response to Disasters: Protection of Rescue and Recovery Workers, Volunteers, and Residents Responding to Disasters 2006
• The Role of the Pharmacist in Public Health 2006
• The Impact of a Public Health Nursing Shortage on the Nation's Public Health Infrastructure 2003
• Strengthening the Fiscal Viability and Independence of Public Health While Responding to Terrorism 2003
• Protecting Essential Public Health Functions Amidst State Economic Downturns 2003
• Recognizing the Role of Veterinarians in the Public Health Workforce 2001
• Prevent, Response, and Trng for Emerging and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases, including Bioterrorism 2000
• The Role of the Public Health Laboratory and the Definition of Public Health Laboratory Services 1996
• The Role of Public Health in Ensuring Healthy Communities 1995
• Federal and State Financial Support for Training of Public Health Professionals 1994
• Health Professionals and Disaster Preparedness 1991