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Right now during open enrollment, millions of Black Americans disproportionately impacted by obesity don’t have access to the treatments they deserve. It’s time for lawmakers to expand Medicare coverage to include anti-obesity medications. Read more from our Clergy Council Co-Chair, Rev. Al Sharpton: https://lnkd.in/ddmiPue9

🌟 Exciting Virtual Town Hall Happening Tonight Hosted by our Medical Advisory Board Member, Reed Tuckson, MD! 🌟 📅 Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024 🕖 Time: 7-8 pm ET 📍 Live Streaming: 👉 Facebook: https://lnkd.in/e2TaEknY 👉 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eSTg99YU Hosted by the Coalition for Trust in Health & Science, in collaboration with the National Consumers League (NCL) and BlackDoctor.org, this free event titled "Tips for Consumers: Finding Trusted Health Information" is essential for anyone keen on navigating the complex world of health information. Don't miss out on enhancing your understanding of trusted health sources! #Health #Empowerment #TrustInHealthScience

We are deeply thankful to Vice President Kamala Harris for her support of the Black church and Choose Healthy Life’s work in addressing the health disparities that have been seriously impacting our communities. In 2021, Vice President Harris attended a Choose Healthy Life event at Ebenezer Baptist Church, which underscores her commitment and partnership with the Black church. (https://lnkd.in/g4n4UC65) “As the Founder of Choose Healthy Life, a faith-based initiative delivering health services through the Black church, and as someone who has been on the front lines for decades fighting to address the health challenges facing our community - I want to thank Vice President Kamala Harris for actively supporting our work,” said Debra Fraser-Howze who served both President George W. Bush and President Bill Clinton as a member of the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS. Thank you, Vice President Harris, for being a beacon of hope and a true partner in our collective journey for health equity in the Black community. #ChooseHealthyLife

Choose Healthy Life extends heartfelt thanks to Senator George Helmy for his co-sponsorship of a crucial bill aimed at addressing racial disparities in health outcomes. Legislative support like this is vital in our journey towards health equity, particularly within the Black community. At Choose Healthy Life, we are committed to bridging the gap between faith and science, empowering the Black Church—our community's most trusted institution—to tackle health disparities head-on. Legislation like this will help our organization, and many others addressing health in our communities, change health outcomes. Together, with strong allies like Senator Helmy, we are paving the path toward a healthier, more equitable future. Let's keep moving forward! https://lnkd.in/gpsJ5f74

We're thrilled to share an exciting feature from NJ.com, highlighting Choose Healthy Life's impact in Newark and nationwide! Through our partnership with the Black church we're making strides in changing health outcomes in the Black community. This article delves into our mission and the positive changes we're fostering not only in Newark, but all our Choose Healthy Life cities. 👉 Read the full article to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g7agu57S

We’re still absolutely beaming from our reception on Capitol Hill this week, titled “Addressing Health Equity: We are NOT Going Back to Normal!” during the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference. The event convened Congressional leaders, faith leaders, healthcare professionals, policymakers, community-based organizations, and valued corporate partners to tackle health disparities, celebrate achievements, and spotlight ongoing efforts. On behalf of CHL Founder and Board Chair Debra Fraser-Howze, CHL Executive Director Rev. Kimberly L. Williams, and CHL Clergy Council Co-Chair Rev. Al Sharpton, we can’t thank enough the incredible leaders and partners that were a part of it. Our speakers shed light on important legislation that can improve health outcomes in our communities, such as the Health Equity Innovation Act of 2024, the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act, and reforms for the 340b Drug Pricing Program. Thank you to our Congressional speakers: Sen. Cory Booker, Rep. Rashida Tlaib, U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn, and CHL’s very own Sen. Raphael Warnock for your commitment and leadership. Thank you to Ruth Clements and Quest Diagnostics, David Etzwiler and Siemens Foundation, Damon Davis and Novo Nordisk, and all of our corporate partners for your amazing support and your commitment to our communities. Thank you to our Board members, Clergy Council, and Medical Advisory Board for your steadfast leadership. And of course, thank you to the coalition of health equity and community-based organizations in attendance for the work you do. We’re excited to continue working together to address health disparities and fight for legislation that helps our communities. These are just a few photos from the event, please click the link to view the full gallery! https://lnkd.in/gncPM28H

August is National Immunization Awareness Month! Vaccines are key to keeping our communities safe and healthy. They help prevent the spread of diseases, protect the vulnerable, and are essential in building a healthier future for everyone. At Choose Healthy Life, we're dedicated to making vaccine access equitable and available, especially in underserved communities, through our comprehensive COVID, Flu, and RSV services. Join us as we continue to fight for health equity and safeguard our communities against preventable diseases. Let's work together to ensure everyone has the opportunity to live a healthy life. #Ivax2protect

Check out our new video! 📹 We're so excited to show a day in the life of the CHL Health Navigator. Our Health Navigators are the cornerstone of the Choose Healthy Life model. They're not just part of the journey towards health equity - they're at the heart of it, driving us forward in our mission to improve health outcomes and address underlying health inequities in minority communities. Click below to watch! https://lnkd.in/gKBKEYyj

Join us this Friday! CHL's Executive Director Rev. Kimberly L. Williams is speaking at a National Minority Quality Forum webinar titled "Bridging the Gap: Exploring the Health Equity Implications of the 340B Drug Pricing Program". We'll be sharing CHL's perspective on the reform needed to ensure community members get the best access to life-saving drugs and medicine. We're excited to see you there! Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/eHVManqd

We had an exciting day as CHL's Executive Director, Rev. Kimberly L. Williams spoke on a panel at the 2024 National Medical Association (NMA) Convention titled “Do I Need This Shot?: Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy” The focus of the panel was not just addressing vaccine hesitancy, but “encouraging vaccine confidence,” as articulated by fellow panelesit Dr. Zanthia Wiley from Emory Department of Medicine. The panel featured several incredible leaders in Black Public Health, pictured and captioned above. Rev. Williams highlighted CHL’s proven and effective model in encouraging vaccine confidence in underserved Black communities, partnering with the Black church to provide vaccinations for COVID-19, RSV, and the Flu, in addition to our other health and wellness services. CHL has vaccinated, tested, and distributed kits to over 300,000 individuals for COVID-19, and we’re committed to creating vaccine confidence in our communities. This panel was an incredible opportunity to discuss best practices and forge the path forward as we tackle health disparities. Thank you to the NMA for hosting this important conversation and providing a platform for sharing our mission and successes For more information on CHL, please visit our website at www.choosehealthylife.org