The 131st Annual Meeting (November 15-19, 2003) of APHA

The 131st Annual Meeting (November 15-19, 2003) of APHA

3256.1: Monday, November 17, 2003 - 2:55 PM

Abstract #74905

Health disparities

Robert Graham, MD, Departmet of Health and Human Services, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), 540 Gaither Rd., Rockville, MD 20850, 301-427-1364, rgraham@ahrq.gov

The purpose of this presentation is to address the broad range of triumphs and challenges in public health for facing the challenges of the 21st Century. Specific needs will be discussed for investing in the public health workforce for addressing the public’s health today and into the future; and, the need to advocate from needed resources for our core values and functions.

Learning Objectives:

Presenting author's disclosure statement:
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.

President's Session: Challenges and Opportunities Confronting the Public Health System in the 21st Century

The 131st Annual Meeting (November 15-19, 2003) of APHA