Salisbury, MD - The theme of National Public Health Week 2024 is "Protecting, Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health." The Wicomico County Health Department, along with our partners, will highlight and recognize the way our communities and their diverse cultures have demonstrated resilience and continue to influence our hard work to make Wicomico County healthier for all.

In celebration of National Public Health Week, April 1^st - 7^th, the Wicomico County Health Department will also recognize one special individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the public health and safety of the citizens of Wicomico County. This award is presented in celebration of National Public Health Week. The winner will be announced at the Outstanding Public Health Leader of the Year Awards ceremony on Tuesday, April 2^nd, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. in the Flanders Room of the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center.

Nomination criteria can be viewed, and the nomination form can be submitted online at www.wicomicohealth.org, or via this link: https://forms.gle/Wvx9RvsF9ANFDHWi8. Nominations are due by Monday, March 11^th, 2024. Late submissions cannot be accepted.

Help us thank someone truly great for their efforts in championing public health, reducing health disparities, and working toward health equity. Together, we can elevate health and wellness across the lifespan, protect the community, and maintain the goals of public health!