{"id":13862,"date":"2025-04-03T21:52:16","date_gmt":"2025-04-03T14:52:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=13862"},"modified":"2025-04-03T21:52:16","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T14:52:16","slug":"the-future-of-public-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=13862","title":{"rendered":"The Future of Public Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div itemprop=\"articleBody\">\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; border-width: 1px; background-color: #dadfe1;\" border=\"1\">\n<colgroup>\n<col style=\"width: 99.8936%;\"\/><\/colgroup>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<tbody>&#13;<\/p>\n<tr>&#13;<\/p>\n<td style=\"border-width: 1px;\">&#13;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 13pt;\"><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW251963777 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251963777 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\" data-ccp-charstyle-defn=\"{\">Key Takeaways<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW251963777 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 13pt;\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251963777 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\" data-ccp-charstyle-defn=\"{\">The future of public health demands a strong and resilient workforce and that includes the health coaches and exercise professionals who are on the front lines of health promotion and disease prevention.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251963777 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\"> National Public Health Week 2025 is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251963777 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">a great time<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251963777 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\"> to reflect on your role in the world of public health and expand your efforts in your community and beyond.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251963777 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\"> Read on to learn more about <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251963777 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">health equity, advocacy and how you can help strengthen the public health workforce.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&#13;\n<\/td>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n<\/tr>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n<\/tbody>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n<\/table>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">As we\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">celebrate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"> the<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"> 30<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun Superscript SCXW165174976 BCX8\" data-fontsize=\"12\">th<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"> anniversary<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"> of<\/span> <\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW165174976 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/nphw.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">National Public Health Week<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">in 2025<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">,<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">the<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"> focus is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">on <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">the future of public health. <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW165174976 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/nphw.org\/themes-and-facts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">K<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">ey topics<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"> include climate action, health equity and advocac<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">y\u2014critical issues that shape the well<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">&#8211;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">being of communities worldwide<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">. Health coaches and exercise professionals play <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">vital role in these<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"> efforts and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">ACE invites you to join us April 7\u201313 <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">celebrat<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">e,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"> learn <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW165174976 BCX8\">take action<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\">in advancing public health.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\">The Public Health Workforce: The Foundation for the Future<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\">According to the <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW113610619 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apha.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">American Public Health Association<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"> (APHA)<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\">\u2014the organization behind National Public Health Week\u2014the future of public health begins with <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\">a strong and resilient <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW113610619 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/nphw.org\/themes-and-facts\/2025-the-future-of-public-health-starts-here\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">workforce<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\">.<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\">This <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\">includes <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\">those on the front lines of health promotion and disease prevention, as well as <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\">epidemiologists, policy analysts and communications experts:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\">\u201cA strong and resilient public health workforce is key to keeping communities healthy and addressing the nation\u2019s most urgent health challenges. Public health professionals work hard to prevent disease, promote\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\">wellness<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"> and protect communities.\u201d<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">Investments in education and training are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">essential<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">, as <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">is the commitment <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">building <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">diverse workforce with the skills to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">address <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">health <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">disparities<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">Diversity fosters<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"> trust within communities and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">ensures<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"> health information is relatable<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">understandable<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"> and impactful<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">.<\/span> <\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">Health<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"> coaches and exercise professionals are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">integral to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">this effort<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">, bridging the gap between public health initiatives and individual behavior change<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"> Check out <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW230843035 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/resources\/pros\/expert-articles\/8081\/how-exercise-professionals-contribute-to-public-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">How Exercise Professionals Contribute to Public Health<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"> to learn more about <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">your role and read some practical strategies for getting more involved.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\">How You Can Help Strengthen the Public Health Workforce<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\">According to APHA, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\">strengthening the public health workforce occurs on four distinct levels<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\">, the first two of which are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\">where you can <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\">likely make<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\"> the biggest impact<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\">:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ol>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\"><em><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW13811103 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">You<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"> (Individual Level)<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">:<\/span><\/span><\/em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><em> <\/em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">Change starts with you. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">B<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">ecome a mentor<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"> to<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">members of your community or <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">younger or less experienced <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">health and fitness <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">professionals who may <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">not quite understand<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"> the vital role they pla<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">y<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"> in promoting public health. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">Host career talks or offer a job<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">&#8211;<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">shadowing program where prospective health and fitness pros can <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">see how you interact with clients and the positive impact you make on their health.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"> You can also c<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\">ontact your members of Congress and encourage them to prioritize public health funding.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"><em>Communities\/Neighborhoods:<\/em> This is where you can really make a profound impact. APHA suggests supporting policies for a diverse workforce and celebrating public health workers, but <strong>you can potentially make a bigger impact by offering programs and leading events that promote physical activity and wellness in communities that may experience health inequities and could really benefit from the services of committed and enthusiastic health and exercise professionals.<\/strong> Before launching any initiative, take the time to understand the unique needs of each community to ensure your efforts are meaningful and effective.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"><em>City\/State:<\/em> At this level, APHA recommends strengthening protections for public health officials and building leadership pathways by working with local colleges, universities and training programs to establish clear career pathways. Perhaps your biggest role in these pursuits is to be a vocal advocate of public health professionals and the work they do every day to make us all healthier.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"><em><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW262852127 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\">Nation:<\/span><\/span><\/em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\">On a broader scale<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\">, APHA suggests expanding federal programs and promoting innovation. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\">Again, your role at this level is as an advocate and defender of public health efforts.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;\n<\/ol>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\">As<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\"> APHA <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\">reminds us<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\">, \u201c<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\">We must continue these efforts and more to ensure that public health systems are equipped to meet everyday health needs and respond to crises.\u201d<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\">Final Thoughts<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\"><strong>As an ACE Certified Professional, you are already an extension of the public health workforce.<\/strong> ACE\u2019s mission to Get People Moving is, at its core, a public health mission. Every session you lead, every class you teach and every conversation you have is an opportunity to educate, inspire and support healthier communities.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\">This is your call to action. Think outside the box and explore innovative ways to broaden your impact\u2014whether by engaging new populations, partnering with public health organizations or advocating for community health and wellness initiatives.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\">As always, ACE is here to support you every step of the way. Let\u2019s work together to shape the future of public health\u2014one community, one client and one session at a time.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span class=\"TextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW165174976 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW138750384 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113610619 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW120045076 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW230843035 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW266596720 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW13811103 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262852127 BCX8\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW22975738 BCX8\">If you are interested in learning more about your role in promoting public health, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/continuing-education\/course\/4a5x233v7\/practical-public-health-for-exercise-professionals-and-health-coaches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Practical Public Health for Exercise Professionals and Health Coaches<\/a> (worth 0.2 ACE CECs). 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