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Adopt and present a resolution recognizing April 1-7, 2019 as Public Health Week in Solano County (Supervisor Vasquez)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Department of Health & Social Services (H&SS) recommends the Board adopt and present a resolution recognizing April 1-7, 2019 as Public Health Week in Solano County.
SUMMARY:
The first week of April has been designated as National Public Health Week (NPHW) by the American Public Health Association (APHA) for more than 20 years. NPHW brings together individuals, organizations and communities across the United States to celebrate Public Health successes and highlight priority areas related to the equitable advancement of the Nation's health. This year, the NPHW theme is Creating the Healthiest Nation: For Science. For Action. For Health with the goal of encouraging individuals and communities to work together to make the U.S. the "Healthiest Nation in One Generation." H&SS will host activities throughout the month of April to focus on the NPHW theme and the services provided by Solano Public Health.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The costs associated with preparing the agenda item are nominal and absorbed by the Department's FY2018/19 Adopted Budget. The costs associated with preparation and purchase of the resolution materials and plaque are included in the Board's FY2018/19 Adopted Budget. There is no additional financial impact to the County General Fund.
DISCUSSION:
Each year, APHA highlights important public health issues to focus on for the equitable advancement of the Nation's health. The goal of making America the healthiest nation in one generation includes building on the National Prevention Strategy to improve health and wellness. This year's theme, Creating the Healthiest Nation: For Science. For Action. For Health, encourages individuals and communities to take action.
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