NATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH WEEK 2026

National Public Health Week is the biggest week of the year for the Public Health field, as it gives us the chance to showcase the critical work we do to promote the health of individuals, families, communities and populations.

This year’s NPHW theme is “Ready. Set. Action!” As we celebrate, take a moment to recognize how public health has improved our daily lives, safeguarded our families, expanded our life spans, and strengthened our communities. This week is also a chance to honor the public health workers who show up for us every day — and to advocate for policies and practices that promote good health for all. Join the movement—together, we can build a healthier, more equitable future for all!

As public health educators, researchers, practitioners, and advocates, this theme gets to the heart of the work of public health. It links us to partners across our city, state, and beyond, all of us working collectively to advance public health. This celebration of collaboration, cooperation, and partnerships in improving public health reflects our core values here in the OHSU-PSU SPH.

Public Health Week Events & Features

Below are the different activities we have planned each day of NPHW. We encourage you to participate in and promote these events and features, exploring the NPHW daily themes, and gaining a better understanding of what public health is, why it matters, and how it impacts our daily lives. We need public health now, more than ever!