This is Public HealthThe opportunity to live a healthy life is a human right. Every Oregonian deserves to live in a safe and healthy place with access to the resources and information they need to actively participate in decisions that affect their wellbeing. Those places are created and protected by public health. A passion for prevention drives our work. As public health professionals, we educate about nutritious food and physical activity and ensure all Oregonians have access to healthy options where they live, learn, work and play. We inform them about the dangers of tobacco, alcohol and drugs, and teach them how to improve their children’s health. We advocate for, and help write the policies that make our streets, buildings, parks, schools and neighborhoods safe and active for everyone regardless of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or income status. OPHA Statement on Racial JusticeRacism is an ongoing public health crisis that needs our attention now. Read our statement on anti-racism from the OPHA Board of Directors here.
Contact: OPHA Executive Director Jessica Nischik-Long, MPH 503-708-3975, OPHA President Robb Huston, MA 971-645-0381
COVID-19 ResourcesThe novel coronavirus outbreak has arrived in Oregon and accurate, timely and helpful information is important for both combatting the illness and the spread of misinformation. The Oregon Health Authority has set up a COVID-19 webpage with videos, multiple fact sheets in nine languages, guidance for schools, housing services, local public health authorities and tribes, and more. The American Public Health Association (OPHA is the Oregon Affiliate of APHA) also has created a COVID-19 webpage with many resources and links as has the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Your Local Health Department may also have their own local information. OPHA Nursing Section Requests nominations for the Public Health Nursing Leadership Award*****Nomination Deadline is Sept 30, 2020*****The Nursing Section wishes to honor an outstanding public health nursing leader who is currently contributing to the health of the public in Oregon. The honoree awarded will have a demonstrated record of on-going achievement and commitment toward improving the health of the public through nursing leadership. The award is intended to recognize the work of the individual and support continued excellence. Criteria: Please utilize the this form to make your nominations and send to [email protected]. OPHA 2020 CONFERENCE:
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Oregon Public Health Association is an affiliated association of the American Public Health Association (APHA). APHA is the national voice of public health and champions the health of all people and all communities. They are the only organization that combines a 140-plus year perspective, the ability to influence federal policy to improve the public’s health and a member community from all public health disciplines and over 40 countries. Learn more at www.apha.org.