Luján to Introduce Resolution Highlighting National Public Health Week

Santa Fe, N.M. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) announced that he plans to introduce a resolution highlighting National Public Health Week, celebrated this year from April 6th - April 12th. This resolution is meant to raise awareness about the importance of public health amid continued attacks by the Trump administration and recognize how public health improves daily lives, safeguards families, and strengthens communities.

Senator Luján's resolution also recognizes the important work of public health workers and highlights the need to strengthen the public health system in the U.S. Additionally, the resolution outlines issues facing the U.S. including addressing the maternal mortality crisis, improving child welfare, addressing health disparities among racial and ethnic groups, and recognizing the need to strengthen pandemic preparedness.

"Amid continued attacks that jeopardize public health by the Trump administration, we must ensure public health remains a top priority," said Senator Luján. "Each year, National Public Health Week provides an opportunity to raise awareness about how public health has reshaped life in the U.S. and dramatically improved quality of life for Americans across the country. As we recognize this year's theme - Ready. Set. Action! - let us take a moment to recognize how public health has made our communities stronger and renew our commitment to strengthening the public health system. Attacks on our public health systems don't make Americans healthier, and I am committed to standing up to any attacks that jeopardize our public health."

"National Public Health Week is a chance to honor the public health workers who show up for us every day, recognize the need for a well-resourced public health infrastructure, and advocate for policies and practices that promote good health for all. Good health doesn't just happen," said APHA CEO Georges C. Benjamin, MD. "We're grateful to Senator Luján for continuing to be a public health champion and introducing this resolution that highlights the progress we've made and the steps needed for an even healthier future."

This resolution is endorsed by the American Public Health Association (APHA).

Full text of the resolution Senator Luján plans to introduce is available here.

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