•is a cabinet-level department of the U.S. federal government

•Goal: protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services

the number of people sick divided by the total population at risk

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is the leading national public health institute of the United States. The CDC is a United States federal agency under the Department of Health and Human Services

early diagnosis and treatment (screenings, wellness check up)

PTs play a unique role in society in prevention, wellness, fitness, health promotion, and management of disease and disability by serving as a dynamic bridge between health and health services delivery for individuals and populations.

PTs are experts in rehabilitation and habilitation, they also have the expertise and the opportunity to help individuals and populations improve overall health and prevent the need for avoidable health care services.

PTs’ roles may include education, direct intervention, research, advocacy, and collaborative consultation. These roles are essential to the profession’s vision of transforming society by optimizing movement to improve the human experience.

The Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR ) series is prepared by WHO

Accomplishments in public health that has brought us to our present problems and initiatives 2001-2010