Aging & Public Health
The Aging and Public Health Section of APHA works to promote the health and well-being of individuals as they age by improving their health, functioning, quality of life and financial security.
- Learn more about issues of aging, health and equity.
- Leadership contact information.
- Member section awards.
Our Members
Members of the Aging and Public Health Section include researchers, practitioners, policymakers, students, and other professionals addressing critical issues in aging and public health.
Our Work
We fulfill our mission through research, practice, education and advocacy that impact aging services, communities, health systems, policies and financing, and public health programs.
Member Benefits
As a member of our Section, you can help grow our legacy in public health practice! We offer many opportunities to get involved, such as joining Section leadership, collaborating with other organizations and partners, influencing APHA policies and priorities, reviewing abstracts and presenting your research at the APHA Annual Meeting.
Join Us!
Your participation is vital to our continued success. Become an active member of the Section when you join APHA. If you are already an APHA member, you can join as your second Section for no additional cost by updating your member profile.
Attend Events
Check out the APHA calendar for upcoming Section events and browse our sessions at the 2024 APHA Annual Meeting and Expo.
Visit on APHA LEAD
Members can visit us on APHA LEAD to learn about upcoming events, join in discussions with other Section members, and access our Section’s resource library.
Follow on Social Media
Find us on X and LinkedIn to receive up-to-date information on Section happenings as well as professional development opportunities.
Contribute
Support our efforts by making a donation.