In recognition of public health week, PHMC is hosting a Mayoral Candidates’ Forum on Public Health, Thursday, April 16, from 3:00 –5:00 p.m.

The discussion will center on broadening the definition of public health, the current landscape of public health in Philadelphia, and the challenges and opportunities facing elected officials, government agencies and private partners to deliver public health services to those in need. Candidates Anthony Williams, Lynne Abraham, Nelson Diaz, Jim Kenney, Doug Oliver, Milton Street and Melissa Murray Bailey have been invited to take part in the event.