Environmental justice work continues in US communities, despite pushback, www.apha.org/publications...

“It’s time to turn up the heat of justice,” says state Rep. Justin Jones #SpeakForHealth

“When we fight to end hunger, we fight for health!” #SpeakForHealth

Public health saves lives!!! #SpeakForHealth

The sign action at the Rally for the Public’s Health is 💯

“When we organize, we win!” says Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost at the Rally for the Public’s Health. “Let’s fight for patients over politics.” #SpeakForHealth

We’re starting! Can’t join us on the National Mall for the Rally for the Public’s Health? Watch our livestream on Instagram: www.instagram.com/americanpubl...

Join the Rally for the Public's Health virtually via Instagram Live in just a few minutes! vist.ly/4c2jt

One of the most popular photo opps at #APHA2025 this year? The big APHA sign in the convention center lobby! Did you take a photo there? Share it with the #APAH2025 hashtag!

We're just an hour away from the Rally for the Public's Health on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.! We're excited to get inspired and #SpeakforHealth. See you there soon! www.apha.org/events-and-m...

The tussle over SNAP benefits endangers health & lives. But many US households faced food insecurity even before the issue grabbed headlines: www.apha.org/publications... #APHA2025

Amplifying the value of public health will help in future efforts to rebuild the nation's system, experts said at #APHA2025: www.apha.org/publications...

Join us at the Rally for the Public’s Health, today at 2:30-4 p.m. at 7th Street NW on the National Mall, near the Hirshhorn Museum. Come early, as street closures are expected. APHA.org/Rally Unable to join in person? Join on Instagram Live! #SpeakForHealth

The days of calling social media “new media” are long gone. Yet public health remains decades behind in learning how to use it effectively, experts said at #APHA2025 www.apha.org/publications...

As tobacco company marketing tactics have evolved, so have campaigns that discourage use among youth, researchers report at #APHA2025: www.apha.org/publications...

How to defend public health at this critical moment: Experts weigh in at #APHA2025: www.apha.org/publications...

Today’s teenagers may find themselves at a crossroads: They’re more connected via social media than previous generations, but some find themselves feeling lonelier than ever. www.apha.org/publications...

Climate-driven extreme weather has increased in frequency & ferocity in recent years. The impact on human health is growing. Jamaica’s recent hurricane shows the urgency of preparing www.apha.org/publications... #APHA2025

See someone you know? We're sharing photos from #APHA2025 on our online photo album. From sessions to socials and beyond, our photogs are capturing the learning & excitement in D.C.: www.flickr.com/photos/aphap...

The U.S. public health system has been gutted this year. But advocates have a chance to rebuild it in an even better way, according to #APHA2025 speakers: www.apha.org/publications...

U.S. men live an average of six years less than women. It's time to think more about public health’s role in that gap, experts say at #APHA2025 www.apha.org/publications...

Across industries, classrooms and workplaces, people are harnessing artificial intelligence to enhance their work in ways that extend beyond human capability — and public health is no exception, leaders say at #APHA2025: apha.org/publications...

Food insecurity affects roughly 1 in every 7 children in Washington, D.C. Local leaders shared how they are working to reshape access to nutritious food with a behind-the-scenes #APHA2025 tour this week apha.org/publications...

Public health nurses discuss ways to face difficult conversations around race and public health at #APHA2025 www.apha.org/publications...

☕️ Join our #APHA2025 Coffee Talk: Navigating the Evolving Public Health Landscape—Implications for People with Disabilities 🗓 Sun, Nov. 2 • 9:00–9:45am 📍 Washington Convention Center, 102A We’ll dig into policy shifts & centering disabled voices in public health. #DisabilityJustice #PublicHealth

Happy Public Health’oween!

Public health needs bold voices. Shelley Hearne of @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social says you should be one. Check out her call to action on The Nation’s Health Podcast, live now! bit.ly/aphapodcast #SpeakForHealth

Jamaica and Cuba will need help to recover from the devastation of Hurricane Melissa. Unfortunately, climate change is making extreme weather events more common. To help those most impacted by the storm, consider a donation to the Red Cross or other relief organization. vist.ly/4c7bi

The tobacco industry is still attracting teens with its products. 🚭Learn about youth risks in the latest episode of The Nation’s Health Podcast, featuring an interview with @tobaccofreekids.bsky.social: bit.ly/aphapodcast

Public health news moves fast. Are you keeping up? Test your knowledge with the weekly #NewsQuiz from The Nation’s Health: thenationshealth.org/page/quiz

Join APHA & our partners Nov. 5 @ 2:30-4 p.m. ET on the National Mall to Rally for the Public’s Health. Be inspired & energized by powerful stories & bold ideas as we highlight urgent public health priorities. More info: www.APHA.org/Rally #SpeakForHealth @bradyunited.org @publiccitizen.bsky.social

Headlines, health and hot topics: Can you score high? Try the public health #newsquiz from The Nation’s Health: www.thenationshealth.org/page/quiz

Access to healthy, affordable food is essential for health equity. Nutrition interventions can improve health & reduce disparities. On #WorldFoodDay, check out APHA's new resource, “Food is Medicine: Advancing Health Equity Through Nutrition.”🍴🍏 www.apha.org/topics-and-i...

How can cities prepare for rising temperatures? Some urban areas are turning toward cool roofs, permeable pavement & other infrastructure solutions known as "Smart Surfaces." @nationshealth is featuring stories from communities using @_SmartSurfaces. www.thenationshealth.org/content/spec...

"You have the right to stand up." APHA's Susan Polan talks with The Nation's Health about plans for November's Rally For the Public's Health in Washington, D.C.: www.apha.org/publications... #SpeakForHealth

Are you #hiring? APHA invites recruiters to attend our upcoming Career Fair on Nov. 4 in Washington, D.C. Taking place alongside the #APHA2025 Annual Meeting, this event will attract top talent from across the region & beyond. Don’t miss this opportunity! bit.ly/4ockynx

Nicotine pouches are now the second most-used tobacco product among teens. What does that mean for their health? Find out on The Nation’s Health Podcast: bit.ly/aphapodcast

DYK? More than a third of chronic illnesses and developmental challenges in kids are caused by environmental factors, and their impacts aren't distributed equally. This #CEHDay, let's focus on building a healthier, safer, more equitable future for all children: cehday.org

APHA's Dr. Georges C. Benjamin joined the Raise the Line podcast for a conversation with host Lindsey Smith on curbing the spread of misinformation, the value of public health initiatives, and what the U.S. can learn from other countries. www.osmosis.org/podcast/a-ch...

Join APHA & our partners on Nov. 5 @ 2:30-4 p.m. ET on the National Mall to Rally for the Public’s Health. Be inspired & energized by powerful stories, bold ideas & calls to action as we highlight urgent public health priorities. More info: www.APHA.org/Rally #SpeakForHealth

NEW EPISODE — Nicotine pouches are now the second most-used tobacco product among teens. What does that mean for their health? Find out as The Nation’s Health Podcast talks to Brian King of tobaccofreekids.bsky.social. Listen now: bit.ly/aphapodcast

Think you know what happened in public health news this week? Test your knowledge in the latest #newsquiz from The Nation's Health www.thenationshealth.org/page/quiz

Shutting down the federal government puts U.S. health at risk. APHA is urging policymakers to work together on a measure that funds public health and extend's ACA tax credits. Read our statement: www.apha.org/news-and-med...

Clinicians: Think you can spot cCMV symptoms in newborns? See if you're right in this bonus round of The Nation's Health quiz, sponsored by AAP: bit.ly/ccmvquiz

Rooms are going fast for #APHA2025! Book your hotel before discounts end at 5 p.m. ET on Oct. 7: www.apha.org/events-and-m...

On #WorldEnvironmentalHealthDay, APHA continues its work to advocate for policies & funding that support environmental health work & research. Check out our environmental health initiatives: www.apha.org/topics-and-i...

APHA's Center for Climate, Health & Equity represented public health at Climate Week NYC ☀️ We shared smart surfaces innovations in tracking extreme heat that led to over a dozen city & local policies being drafted nationwide. Learn more: www.apha.org/topics-and-i...

WHO statement on autism-related issues The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that there is currently no conclusive scientific evidence confirming a possible link between #autism and use of acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol) during pregnancy Full statement bit.ly/47YsgwI

Experts say vaccines are crucial for pregnant people, too: “Women of reproductive age … certainly are at risk of COVID and, in my view, should be vaccinated,” @apha.org Executive Director Dr. Georges Benjamin said. buff.ly/qoKildT

Show your thanks to environmental health professionals on Sept. 26 as part of World Environmental Health Day #CleanAirHealthyPeople