What is Public Health?
Public health promotes and protects the health of people and the communities where they live, learn, work and play. It is the practice of preventing disease and promoting good health through education and access to services. Public health departments work with other community agencies to provide many important community services. This flier, What is Public Health, by the American Public Health Association (APHA) shares more information. Additionally, APHA gives a clear explanation of the scope of public health through this video: "That's Public Health".
A Year of Progress, Partnership, and Public Health: WPHD Annual Report Now Online
The West Piedmont Health District (WPHD) is proud to share its West Piedmont Health District Annual Report, a reflection of our unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of the communities we serve—Martinsville City and the counties of Henry, Franklin, and Patrick.
This year’s report highlights the challenges we’ve faced, the progress we’ve made, and the partnerships that continue to drive our mission forward. From expanding access to mental health services and responding to respiratory virus outbreaks, to tackling the opioid crisis and promoting emergency preparedness, our work has been shaped by resilience, innovation, and community collaboration.