Public Health Deserves a Stronger Voice

“When public health is working, it is invisible.” But underfunding and misinformation make its failures painfully visible. DFA members mobilize to protect the systems that keep our communities safe.

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Public Health Authority Under Political Assault

The pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in U.S. public health systems. Budget cuts, politicized emergency reforms, and weakened legal authority now jeopardize future responses and community wellness.

Advocacy in Action

From winning the lawsuit to reinstate removed federal health guidelines and data websites to amplifying clinician voices nationwide, DFA proves that coordinated advocacy drives results.

Every message, meeting, and mobilization shapes a safer, healthier future.

Defending Evidence-Based Medicine

DFA calls out the political rollback of vaccine access and fights for science-led healthcare policy.

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Explore Evidence That Guides Policy

We distill research and frontline experiences into actionable insights for legislators, reporters, and communities.

How Politics Can Impact Public Health
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The Caring Clinicians Guide
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Testimony Toolkit
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Patient Education Harm Reduction toolkit May 2023
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DFA Health for All Whitepaper
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How to Congressional Visits
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Meet the Subcommittee Leaders

Each DFA subcommittee is guided by dedicated physician leaders and advocates who help shape priorities, organize actions, and mentor members.

Hunter Welch
Lead
Olivia Rizzo
MD
PHD
Co-Lead

Together, We’re Stronger

Join the DFA Public Health Taskforce and help shape the future of evidence-based public health advocacy.