National Public Heath Week is April 6-12, 2015: Pacific Northwest Region Focus

During the first full week of April each year, the American Public Health Association brings together communities across the United States to observe National Public Health Week by recognizing the contributions of public health professionals and organizations and highlighting issues that are important to improving the health of our nation.  Today’s post includes recognition for efforts and successes in the Pacific Northwest Region states, plus a sampling of events. Join an event or pledge to support public health in your community by focusing on themes presented in our earlier post, National Public Heath Week is April 6-12, 2015: National Themes. Alaska Throughout the month of April, the 2015 Spring Healthy Futures Challenge is in full swing. This challenge is part of Alaska’s Play Every Day campaign, which focuses on physical activity, food and drink choices, and healthy futures. The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services’ Vimeo channel includes several short videos on the Safe Surrender law, fall risks, foster care, profiles of public health volunteers and more. Idaho A forum discussion, The Role of Public Health in the Idaho State Health Innovation Plan (SHIP) will be held in Boise on Wednesday, April 8. The Idaho Public Health Gem Award will be presented by the Idaho Public Health Association during National Public Health Week 2015. The award recognizes an organization or group that has worked to promote public health and health in Idaho ...
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