What is Public Health?
Public health promotes and protects the health of all people and their communities. This science-based, evidence-backed field strives to give everyone a safe place to live, learn, work and play.
Learn more about Public Health at the American Public Health Association website.
Check out the additional resources below for topics included in the Public Health Simulator.
Vaping
🔗LVHN Tobacco Treatment Program
The LVHN Tobacco Treatment Program will increase your chances of living tobacco-free. Quitting smoking is not an easy task, but it’s easier with the right help. As a free cessation counseling service, we are here for you if you are ready to quit smoking or using tobacco products.
🔗American Lung Association – Quit Smoking
The Surgeon General reports e-cigarette use among youth is a significant public health concern and steps must be taken by parents, educators and especially policymakers to discourage use of e-cigarettes. Learn more about e-cigarettes lung health risks and get downloadable resources for parents, schools and teens.
Racial Inequalities
🔗LVHN Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Respect and inclusion are foundational to colleague and patient experiences at Lehigh Valley Health Network. By valuing differences and honoring contributions of all members of our communities, we provide high-quality care for patients and a great place to work for all.
🔗LVHN Find A Doctor
To ensure that you receive high-quality care, find a doctor you can trust and speaks your language.
Vaccinations
Childhood vaccination rates have decreased in recent years. Research has clearly demonstrated the value and success of vaccinations in eliminating vaccine preventable diseases.
🔗LVHN Find A Doctor
Talk to your child’s doctor about childhood vaccinations.
Stigma and Health
Find gender affirming healthcare with the resources below.
Mental Health
🔗NAMI – Mental Health by the Numbers
Know the warning signs of mental illness and know that you are not alone.
Vital Conditions
🔗7 Vital Conditions for Health & Well-Being
The vital conditions framework provides an actionable organizing structure to build connections and alignment across federal agencies and sectors. The framework can support efforts to achieve the transformative change needed to build a strengths-based and community-driven federal response. The 7 vital conditions detailed in the Vital Conditions for Health and Well-Being Framework are required for people and communities to reach their full potential.
