We work to advance public health testing and surveillance systems, both in the US and globally. To do this, we develop, support and promote a variety of initiatives related to high-priority topics, or what we call focus areas.
Our Focus Areas:
APHL has a wide array of options to support the growth and development of public health laboratory scientists. Our training and educational options offer an opportunity to build or refine technical skills and earn contact hours. Our career development programs help individuals grow professionally, while our workforce resources provide leaders with population-level data on our community and provide guidance on recruitment and retention strategies.
Opportunities Include:
Whether you’re looking for the latest in educational materials or simply to network with other industry leaders, APHL has what you’re looking for. We offer a variety of ways for you to connect with other laboratory professionals, including events, communities, committees and more.
Get Started:
APHL is your representative, safeguarding public health through advocacy for public health laboratories and federal partners, and providing expert testimony, guidance and comments on federal legislation and regulations.
What We're Doing:
APHL is proud to keep our members up to date on the latest developments in the industry. We highlight key initiatives, topics and data across a variety of formats: we tell the stories of public health laboratories through our magazine, Lab Matters, and our blog, Lab Culture News, guide and inform laboratory work with our technical resources, and keep you informed of it all with our newsletters.
Find Information:
We provide a range of resources for public health laboratories and their staff. Search our collections of technical resources to facilitate your work, get updates and resources on public health emergencies to respond with confidence, and get support and insight to help your organization run smoothly.
Explore Your Resources:
APHL welcomes members from state and local public health laboratories as well as environmental, chemical, agricultural and food safety labs. Companies, individuals and students also are encouraged to join!
What We Offer:
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