American Public Health Association

American Public Health Association (APHA) is a professional organization for public health professionals in the United States. Founded in 1872, the APHA is the largest and oldest organization of public health professionals in the world. Its mission is to improve the health of the public and achieve equity in health status.

History[edit | edit source]

The American Public Health Association was founded in 1872 at a time when many cities and towns had local health boards and departments, but there was no national organization to coordinate efforts or share best practices. The APHA was created to fill this gap and has since grown into the largest and oldest organization of public health professionals in the world.

Mission[edit | edit source]

The mission of the APHA is to improve the health of the public and achieve equity in health status. This is accomplished through advocacy, education, research, and service. The APHA advocates for health policies that benefit all people, educates the public and policymakers about public health issues, conducts research to advance knowledge in the field, and provides services to its members and the public.

Membership[edit | edit source]

Membership in the APHA is open to anyone who works in the field of public health or has an interest in the field. Members include public health professionals, researchers, policymakers, educators, students, and advocates. The APHA offers several types of membership, including regular, student, retired, and international.

Activities[edit | edit source]

The APHA conducts a wide range of activities to fulfill its mission. These include hosting an annual meeting and expo, publishing the American Journal of Public Health and The Nation's Health, advocating for public health policies, providing professional development opportunities, and offering resources and tools for public health professionals.

Impact[edit | edit source]

The APHA has had a significant impact on public health in the United States. It has been instrumental in advocating for key public health policies, advancing knowledge in the field, and improving the practice of public health. The APHA's work has contributed to improvements in health outcomes and reductions in health disparities.

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