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Proclamation Declaring April 7-13, 2025, as National Public Health Week in Rockville, Maryland (CM Fulton)
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Department
City Clerk/Director of Council Operations Office
Recommendation
Staff recommends that Mayor and Council read and approve the proclamation, and present it to Rockville resident, Sindy Liriano, who works for the State of Maryland in a public health role related to Medicaid processing.
Discussion
April 7-13, 2025, is the 30th anniversary of National Public Health Week.
Public health starts with each of us making a difference in our homes and communities. It’s how the places we live, work and play affect our well-being. It’s the way we are all stronger-and healthier-together through the efforts of organizations like the American Public Health Association and others that advocate for healthy communities. Join us for the 30th anniversary of National Public Health Week to celebrate successes, look ahead to upcoming challenges and create a vision for the future. Explore APHA’s resources, events and other ways to get involved during National Public Health Week, because public health is all of us-and it starts here.
Belonging, community and cultural connections can affect our health, well-being and overall quality of life. Let’s continue partnering across public, private and cultural spheres to create healthier people, families, communities and eventually the healthiest nation. We can do it - if we work together.
It is hoped during NPHW 2025 you will spark new conversations and engage new stakeholders in your community. The future of public health depends on collaboration and our commitment to making it accessible to all. Together we can make our communities happier, healthier and stronger!
Each year, National Public Health Week provides new tools and tips to help you effectively shape and promote activities and key messages during the week. We hope these resources will help you continue to engage your communities to promote public health and prevention.
National Public Health Week Key topics:
• It Starts Here: Your Health is Our Mission <https://nphw.org/Themes-and-Facts/2025-It-Starts-Here>
• Climate Action Starts Here: Championing Resilience for Health <https://nphw.org/Themes-and-Facts/2025-Climate-Action-Starts-Here>
• Health Equity Starts Here: Optimizing Health for All <https://nphw.org/Themes-and-Facts/2025-Health-Equity-Starts-Here>
• Advocacy Starts Here: Amplifying Voices for Public Health <https://nphw.org/Themes-and-Facts/2025-Advocacy-Starts-Here>
• The Future of Public Health Starts Here: Strengthening the Public Health Workforce <https://nphw.org/Themes-and-Facts/2025-The-Future-of-Public-Health-Starts-Here>
Source: <https://nphw.org/>
Mayor and Council History
The Mayor and Council present this proclamation annually.
Public Notification and Engagement
About APHA
The American Public Health Association advocates for the health of all communities, strengthens the public health profession, and drives science-based public health policies. With 150 years of leadership, APHA connects a broad member network and influences federal health policy. APHA publishes the American Journal of Public Health, The Nation’s Health, and hosts an Annual Meeting showcasing the latest research. Campaigns like Get Ready and NPHW reflect our commitment to creating the healthiest nation. Learn more at www.apha.org <http://www.apha.org>.