22 hours Ago By Cynthia Yi
Coming hot on the heels of spring flowers and tax season, National Public Health Week is rolling around once again, and this year, it's a notable one. Mark your calendars for April 7-13, which is when the 30th anniversary of this significant week takes place. Carrying the flag with the theme "It Starts Here," officials are placing the focus squarely on the individual's role in public health because, let's face it—we're all part of the bigger picture when it comes to community wellness.
This isn't just an abstract celebration; it's as local as it gets, with Bloomington Public Health taking the opportunity to acknowledge the nearly 180,000 residents they dutifully serve across Bloomington, Edina, and Richfield. These public health workers are more than just faces in the crowd. As our neighbors, family members, friends, and coworkers, they've been quietly toiling away to ensure that their fellow community members have the health resources and protections we often take for granted.
As stated on Bloomington's official site, the aim this month is to "thank them for all that they do to promote, protect and improve the health of all."Admittedly, outside of this designated week, public health workers don't always bask in the spotlight they deserve. Yet, even without the fanfare, they're continuously putting the bricks in the wall that stands between us and a slew of health issues.
Indeed, if ever there was a time to show a little appreciation, it'd be during a week dedicated solely to their recognition.Looking to learn more about your local public health services during this week of awareness? Residents can easily find a treasure trove of information on the offerings in Bloomington by hopping online. According to the official announcement, checking out the website or picking up the phone to call is an easy first step to becoming more informed about public health in the area.
Information is readily available, so there's no reason not to get to know the people and services looking out for our collective well-being. As the commemorative week approaches, let's not forget to wholeheartedly say thanks to those who work so hard to keep us healthy all year round..
