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Celebrate National Public Health Week and Worldwide Climate Justice and Education Week with us!

April 7-13, 2025

Click here to register for Monday's climate webinar!

Click Here to register for Wednesday's gardening event!

Click Here to Register for Thursday's Event with the Montgomery County Fire Department!

Welcome to the Maryland Public Health Association

The Maryland Public Health Association (MdPHA) is one of the oldest and most vibrant state affiliates of the American Public Health Association (APHA) and Maryland’s leading professional organization for those working in the field of public health. MdPHA remains dedicated to increasing health equity for Marylanders through advocacy and community collaborations. Read more »

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Your Public Health Professional and You

Meet Dr. Marissa Robinson, DrPH, MPH, RPCV

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Calling all Public Health Professionals!!

Sign up to be featured in our series, "Your Public Health Professional and You"!

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MdPHA Advocacy Spotlight

A Special Thank You to our Guest Speakers and Collaborative Partners!

Missed the Legislative Wrap-Up Event?

Not to Worry! Click here to access the presentation, legislative wrap-up PDF, and event photos!

Join the MdPHA Leadership Team

Application Deadline: April 30th!

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Join the MdPHA Leadership Team!

We are seeking nominations for the roles of President-Elect and Co-Treasurer (2 positions). As a board member, you’ll help shape the future of MdPHA through monthly meetings, a spring retreat, and collaborative committee work. If you’re passionate about public health and ready to lead, apply by April 30, 2025, to become part of our dedicated team! [Additional details on the position listed in the link below]

Learn more and apply today.

APHA NEWS

APHA is in our backyard this year!

The annual meeting is expo will be held in Washington, DC this year. Keep an eye out for registration information.

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Upcoming Events

For more information, email advocacy@mdpha.org

America/New_York
MdPHA Advocacy Committee Meeting

March 28, 2025 12:00 PM

Virtual
America/New_York
MdPHA Communications Committee Meetings

March 28, 2025 6:00 PM

SPONSOR ALERT: Is your organization passionate about promoting health equity and inclusive public health strategies? Click here to learn how you can become a sponsor!

Climate Change and Health

Our Health and Climate initiative aims to empower health professionals to get involved in climate and environmental health action in Maryland in meaningful, inclusive, and effective ways.
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Affiliates

The Maryland Public Health Association is an affiliated association of the American Public Health Association (APHA). We have collaborated with APHA to grow stronger as organizations, to share expertise, influence, and resources, and to advocate for common priorities at the local, state and federal levels. APHA is the national voice of public health and champions the health of all people and all communities. It is the only organization that combines a 150-year perspective, a broad-based member community and the ability to influence federal policy to improve the public’s health. Learn more at apha.org.

MdPHA student members

MdPHA Student Section

The Student Section of the Maryland Public Health Association (SMdPHA) is an organization open to ALL students from ALL universities and colleges!