Public health begins with each of us — in our homes, neighborhoods, and communities. It’s the way our environments, relationships, and actions shape our well-being. And it's through collective efforts — from individuals to organizations — that we create stronger, healthier communities.

In 2025, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of National Public Health Week by reflecting on past achievements, confronting current challenges, and envisioning a healthier future. This year’s theme — "It Starts Here" — highlights that lasting improvements in public health begin with the systems we build, the partnerships we foster, and the collective efforts that drive meaningful change in our communities.

National Public Health Week is an opportunity to celebrate the actions that safeguard our communities, the connections that strengthen us, and the shared prosperity that allows everyone to thrive. By working together, we can advance equity, improve health outcomes, and build a healthier future for all.

Because public health is all of us — and it starts here.