In 2011, the first of the boomer population (born 1946-1964), will become eligible for Medicare.  In recognition of this event, and to increase the visibility of aging-related public health issues, GHS leadership submitted a theme to the APHA Science Board for consideration as the 2011 APHA Annual Meeting theme.  Health and Well-Being Across the Generations, the GHS submission, noted that through the efforts of health care providers, communities, state and local health departments and other government entities, healthier days, months and years of life can be achieved for all Americans — from newborns to those near the end of life.  The theme emphasized the importance of wide-ranging public health advocacy, practice and research efforts — efforts needed to ensure “healthier days” for all.  The theme also approached public health from a 21st century perspective in which health and well-being (with and without the presence of disease) are equally important goals.   Although not selected as one of four themes to be considered by the APHA Governing Council this November, one of the four themes under consideration does incorporate many GHS interests, Building Healthy Communities for a Healthy and Long Life.