WHEREAS, April 6-12, 2026, marks National Public Health Week, with the theme “Ready. Set. Action!” highlighting the vital role that science, legislation, and community partnerships play in improving the health of all Americans; and
WHEREAS, public health professionals help Alaskans prevent, prepare for, withstand, and recover from the impact from a wide range of health threats, including disease outbreaks, pandemics, natural disasters, and disasters caused by human activity; and
WHEREAS, public health actions, together with scientific and technological advances, play a major role in reducing and, in some cases, eliminating the spread of infectious disease; and
WHEREAS, our actions, including choices in nutrition and physical activity, can influence the health and safety of our communities, families, friends, and neighbors; and
WHEREAS, the State health improvement plan, Healthy Alaskans 2030, emphasizes that our public health systems, across many sectors, agencies, and communities, are critical to improving the overall health of Alaskans and reducing health disparities; and
WHEREAS, National Public Health Week encourages efforts to develop and maintain healthy communities, build strong partnerships across public, private, and nonprofit sectors, and work collaboratively to address the unique health challenges facing Alaskans.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Mike Dunleavy, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim April 6 – 12, 2026 as:
National Public Health Week
in Alaska and encourage all Alaskans to participate in building a healthier future through prevention, preparedness, and community partnership.
Dated: April 6, 2026[
