Public health isn't just a background player; it's the unseen guardian that shapes our everyday lives.
It's about more than vaccine mandates or mask mandates; it's about safeguarding our communities from harmful substances and infectious diseases.
Yet, it's so often overlooked, even as it saves lives daily.
Imagine if we recognized public health as a key part of our national infrastructurehow would that change our trust and understanding?
What role do you think public health plays in your community?
Anand Parekh is an internal medicine physician and author of Prevention First: Policymaking for a Healthier America.
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