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How Public Health Quietly Saves Lives with Katherine Oliver and Dr. Amy Acton
Revealing Public Health's Hidden Impact with "The Invisible Shield"
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When was the last time you thanked your local public health department for keeping you alive today?
It may seem like a strange question, yet on this week's Celebrations Chatter, I learned how public health quietly protects us every moment of every day through things like clean water, seatbelts, smoke-free air in restaurants, and food safety standards. Guiding me through this often unseen world are Katherine Oliver and Dr. Amy Acton, co-creators of The Invisible Shield, a groundbreaking four-part PBS documentary series that illuminates the critical role of public health in our daily lives.
The most powerful takeaway for me? The best solutions come when we bring everyone to the table - government, business, philanthropy, and communities working together. "The Invisible Shield” is much more than just a documentary - it's a wake-up call about protecting and strengthening the systems that quietly keep us all safe.
Listen to the full episode with the links attached, and please #ShareItForward by leaving a review. What aspects of public health do you take for granted in your daily life? Share your reflections by leaving a comment on YouTube.
