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An Affiliate of the American Public Health Association

Our goal is to help strengthen the state's public health system to improve health, prevent disease and reduce costs for all. We provide a forum for the exchange of public health information.

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Upcoming NHPHA Events

The New Hampshire Public Health Association hosts a series of events and forums throughout the year.

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NHPHA Advocacy

Our organization is active in state legislation. We track bills and attend hearings on all matters concerning public health. Our site offers our priorities and our legislative positions.

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We offer both individual and organizational memberships.

Our benefits include reduced rates at NHPHA sponsored events, our mailings, access to our email list and votes on. We increase opportunities to network with others in New Hampshire who are interested in public health.

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Check Out Our Blog

Stay up to date with all of the latest NHPHA news and information on our blog.

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New Hampshire Public Health Association (NHPHA) adopts policy positions related to the critical functions of public health. These Policy Positions are designed to inform the public of critical areas that require public health attention. (click on title to review policy)

Assuring the Quality and Accessibility of Health Services

    Access to Appropriate Health Care and Social Services

    Child Health and Safety

    Integrated Health Care

    Mental Health

    Oral Health

    Public Health and the Elderly

    Public Health Infrastructure

Preventing Epidemics and the Spread of Disease

    Disease Management

    Food Safety and Defense

    HIV and AIDS

    Infectious Diseases

    Monitoring Health Status

    Occupational Health

Preventing Injuries

    Unintentional Injury

    Violence  

Promoting and Encouraging Healthy Behaviors

    Alcohol and Other Drugs

    Health Education and Promotion   

    Obesity/Physical Activity

    Sexual and Reproductive Health

    Smoking and Tobacco Products

Protecting against Environmental Hazards

    Air, Water and Land

    Indoor and Outdoor Built Environment 

Responding to Disaster and Assisting Communities in Recovery

     Public Health Emergency Preparedness Planning and Response