National Public Health Week
Join us in Celebrating National Public Health Week, April 6 - 12, 2026
Ready. Set. Action! is this year’s theme. As we celebrate, take a moment to recognize how public health has improved our daily lives, safeguarded our families, expanded our life spans, and strengthened our communities. This week is also a chance to honor the public health workers who show up for us every day — and to advocate for policies and practices that promote good health for all.
Ready. Set. ACTION! Scientific Advancement
Science is not abstract — it is the reason most children live past the age of five and most adults live well into later life. Science delivered vaccines, sanitation, seatbelts and safer workplaces. Good health doesn’t just happen — the knowledge gained through science makes it possible.
Ready
- Child mortality dropped from nearly 30% in 1900 to under 1% today
- Life expectancy increased by more than 30 years during the 20th century
- Dramatic reductions in maternal deaths through prenatal care and hospital safety standards
Set
- NIH and CDC research funding driving disease prevention and treatment
- Cross-sector scientific collaboration to address chronic disease and emerging threats
- Public insurance programs (Medicaid, VA, ACA) expanding access to preventive care
Action
- Promote science literacy and misinformation prevention
- Accelerate research-to-community translation
- Expand access to preventive screenings and vaccinations
- Advocate for evidence-based policymaking