National Public Health Week 2023: Improving Public Health while Celebrating Culture 

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National Public Health Week 2023: Improving Public Health while Celebrating Culture 

For National Public Health Week 2023, which takes place April 3–9, the American Public Health Association (APHA) has a theme of “Centering and Celebrating Cultures in Health.” The messaging surrounding this year’s theme should resonate will all ACE Certified Professionals, as it focuses on making communities healthier, safer and stronger through mutual support and engagement.

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Recognizing Signs and Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder

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Recognizing Signs and Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder

While the fall and winter seasons bring colorful changes, they can also be a source of struggle for many. Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD (aptly named), is defined as a type of depression that results from the change in seasons. It's common to experience seasonal blues, but you do not have to suffer in silence. The first step to combatting seasonal depression is to recognize the signs and symptoms associated with SAD.

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