The American Public Health Association has been filing lawsuits against Secretary Kennedy over recent federal decisions that threaten to undermine vaccine access (and many other things) across the United States.
AzPHA proudly supports this effort and is the first affiliate to join the inaugural class of APHA’s 1872 Society, a new donor group committed to defending science, equity, and public health infrastructure.
Secretary Kennedy’s most recent decision rolls back evidence-based vaccine recommendations and access—pose a serious threat to public health. His non-scientific, anti-vaccine stance risks reversing decades of progress in preventing disease and protecting communities.
As Public Health Comes Under Threat APHA is Taking Action
The APHA lawsuit is a necessary and courageous response. It may be the only meaningful check and balance to prevent widespread harm caused by these regressive policies.
In a letter to AzPHA this week, APHA leadership thanked us for our “deeply appreciated and critically important” contribution to the 1872 Society, which is dedicated to funding these important lawsuits. The letter emphasized how investments like ours help APHA lead “with strength and clarity” at a time when that leadership is urgently needed.
The 1872 Society was created to honor APHA’s founding year and to recognize donors who help sustain the organization’s most impactful work, including:
- Litigation to protect public health funding and scientific integrity
- National advocacy for fair, evidence-based policies
- Strategic communications that combat disinformation and rebuild trust
- Support for APHA’s core operations, which serve public health professionals across the country.
Standing Up for Public Health: How We’re Helping APHA Fight Back
As an affiliate, AzPHA is proud to stand alongside APHA in this effort. We believe these aren’t just lawsuits… they are part of our mission and the future of our field.
We urge other affiliates, partners, and members of the public health community to join us in supporting this work of valor.
Learn more about the lawsuit and APHA’s response to recent federal decisions:
