Canadian Public Health Association
Canadian Public Health Association
The Canadian Public Health Association (CPHA) is a national, independent, not-for-profit, voluntary association representing public health in Canada. Established in 1910, the CPHA provides leadership on issues affecting the public's health and advocates for the improvement of health and well-being of Canadians.
History[edit | edit source]
The CPHA was founded in 1910 by a group of public health professionals who recognized the need for a national organization to address public health issues in Canada. The association has played a significant role in the development of public health policies and practices in Canada over the past century.
Mission and Vision[edit | edit source]
The mission of the CPHA is to enhance the health of people in Canada and to contribute to a healthier and more equitable world. The vision of the CPHA is a healthy and just world.
Activities[edit | edit source]
The CPHA engages in a variety of activities to promote public health, including:
- Advocacy: The CPHA advocates for public health policies and practices that improve the health of Canadians.
- Education: The CPHA provides educational resources and training for public health professionals.
- Research: The CPHA conducts and supports research on public health issues.
- Collaboration: The CPHA collaborates with other organizations and stakeholders to advance public health.
Publications[edit | edit source]
The CPHA publishes several important public health resources, including:
- The Canadian Journal of Public Health (CJPH), a peer-reviewed journal that publishes research and articles on public health issues.
- Various reports and position statements on public health topics.
Conferences and Events[edit | edit source]
The CPHA organizes conferences and events to bring together public health professionals, researchers, and policymakers to discuss and address public health issues. These events provide opportunities for networking, professional development, and knowledge exchange.
Governance[edit | edit source]
The CPHA is governed by a Board of Directors, which is elected by the membership. The Board provides strategic direction and oversight for the association's activities.
Membership[edit | edit source]
Membership in the CPHA is open to anyone with an interest in public health. Members include public health professionals, researchers, students, and individuals from various sectors who are committed to improving public health.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Public health
- Health Canada
- Canadian Institutes of Health Research
- World Health Organization
- Public Health Agency of Canada
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
 | This medical article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it. |
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
