APHA News Releases

Statement from APHA Executive Director Georges Benjamin, MD

“This week, we’re approaching a sorrowful milestone: The number of people in the U.S. who have died from COVID-19 will soon reach 100,000."

Handbook gives guidance for communities as spring flooding becomes an increasing concern

“We have faith in CDC as a paragon of our institutional response to this pandemic,” said APHA Executive Director Georges Benjamin, MD.

U.S. Hispanics need better access to culturally appropriate, science-based information on coronavirus

New COVID-19 emergency legislation will provide "critical resources and support"

Loss of ACA in the midst of a global pandemic "would be a calamity"

Public health and safety must be paramount when taking action to reopen the nation during the coronavirus pandemic

“Right now, everyone knows someone who is struggling with mental health, if they aren’t struggling themselves.”

We can still show thankfulness and appreciation for all the moms in our life

These 2020 graduates have shown resilience and spirit, even as their lives and studies were interrupted by the COVID-19 outbreak.

APHA's president shares tips for connecting to the outdoors during widespread isolation

Rule "goes against scientific evidence and devalues and endangers the health of babies, children, pregnant women and many other vulnerable populations."

Statement from APHA Executive Director Georges Benjamin, MD

Statement calls for "stronger limits on particulate matter air pollution to protect public health."

Ending U.S. contributions to WHO will cripple the world's response to COVID-19

"This is a missed opportunity to ensure care and save lives," said APHA Executive Director Georges Benjamin, MD.

Congress approves additional funding, protections

"Health insurance can mean the difference between life and death," said APHA Executive Director Georges Benjamin, MD.

House passes Families First Coronavirus Response Act

Agency would be required to ignore or undervalue important studies

Congress approves $8.3 billion to combat ongoing coronavirus outbreak

Effective outbreak response depends on science, trusted messengers