Raeann Tucker
Director of Health Promotion
March 29, 2024
Each year officials at the Henry and Stark County Health Departments have showcased the many services they provide to protect the health of our communities as a part of National Public Health Week. This year National Public Health Week will take place from April 1-7, 2024. During National Public Health Week (NPHW) 2024, the public health community is rallying around a theme of “Protecting, Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health.”
Duane Stevens, Public Health Administrator of the Henry and Stark County Health Departments notes, “This year’s theme, “Protecting, Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health,” recognizes the contributions of public health initiatives, workers and milestones, and highlights issues that are important to improving both our nation and our local communities. This week also notes that the places where we are, physically, mentally and societally affect our health and our lives. As we celebrate the 29th NPHW, we want everyone to know they can make their communities healthier and safer for all. And we’re focusing not just on what we can do as individuals, but what we can do as communities to protect and improve public health.”
Stevens adds, “Join us in observing NPHW 2024 and become part of a growing movement to create the healthiest nation in one generation. During the week, we will celebrate the power of prevention, advocate for healthy and fair policies, share strategies for improving both the physical and mental health of our residents, and champion the role of a strong public health system.”
Stevens concludes, “People often do not realize the full impact of the Health Department’s programs and services. This Public Health Week please take a moment to remember how the Health Department is continuously striving to create healthier communities. Our staff of 50 full-time employees are dedicated to making a difference in the health of 60,000 area residents each and every day. And though the last three years may have tested and challenged our staff; rest assured our vigilance and resolve never ends.”
For more information on the programs and services available through the Henry & Stark County Health Departments in Kewanee 309-852-0197 (Main Office); Colona 309-792-4011; or Toulon 309-852-3115 or visit our website at www.henrystarkhealth.com or find us on Facebook at Henry and Stark County Health Departments and Follow Us on Twitter and Instagram.
The Staff of the Henry and Stark County Health Departments and First Choice Healthcare gather in front of their Kewanee location and invite all Henry and Stark County residents to join them in celebrating National Public Health Week, April 1-7, 2024. The Health Department is showcasing their many accomplishments in improving our area citizens' health as a part of this year's observance and its theme, “Protecting, Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health.”