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A Blueprint for Strengthening Public Health for the Next Administration and Congress Briefing

Trust for America’s Health’s (TFAH) held a national briefing of its latest milestone report: Pathway to a Healthier America: A Blueprint for Strengthening Public Health for the Next Administration and Congress.  A recording of the briefing, which was held at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. Public health sits at an inflection point. Despite its critical role in saving lives and protecting our communities from 21st century threats, public health is at risk. Regardless of the outcome of the November election, the next Administration and Congress have the opportunity to strengthen public health and create a more resilient nation. TFAH’s Blueprint is a roadmap for policymakers that, if adopted, will safeguard the nation's health security, promote wellness, and above all, save lives. The event featured highlights from the report as well as engaging conversations with our speakers. Blueprint Discussions The Path Forward for Our Nation's Health and Health Security The Honorable Michael O. Leavitt, 20th Secretary of Health and Human Services (2005 to 2009) and former Governor of Utah The Honorable Kathleen Sebelius, 21st Secretary of Health and Human Services (2009 to 2014) and former Governor of Kansas Promoting Health and Saving Lives: Supporting Public Health on the Frontlines  Frederick P. Cerise, M.D., MPH, President and Chief Executive Officer, Parkland Health Susan Kansagra, M.D., MBA, Former North Carolina State Health Officer and Assistant Secretary for Public Health, North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Anand Parekh, M.D., MPH, Chief Medical Advisor, Bipartisan Policy Center and former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services