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April is National Minority Health Month! This annual observance builds awareness about the health disparities that persist among racial and ethnic minority and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations and encourages everyone to take action to end these inequities. via U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This year's theme, Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections, is about understanding how the unique environments, cultures, histories, and circumstances (known as social determinants of health, or SDOH) of racial and ethnic minority and AI/AN populations impact their overall health. https://lnkd.in/gtrQ5XWs

Did you know, April is National Minority Health Month (NMHM)? This designated month aims to raise awareness about the disproportionate burden of premature death and illness in people from racial and ethnic minority groups. It encourages taking action through health education, early detection and control of disease complications. The FDA Office of Minority Health and Health Equity (OMHHE) offers easy-to-use and culturally appropriate resources on minority health. One aspect is the importance of increasing diversity in Clinical Trials to help achieve health equity. OMHHE resources: https://lnkd.in/eNgaZZP7 Learn here: https://lnkd.in/eSZMfjMa

https://lnkd.in/gx5a3ACM National Minority Health Month is here. This year's theme is "Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections." This resonates deeply with our mission at IMA Clinical Research. We understand that the unique environments, cultures, histories, and circumstances of racial and ethnic minority populations impact health. Read our latest blog to learn about some initiatives that helped us champion diversity in clinical research. #MinorityHealthMonth #ClinicalResearch #DiversityInResearch

I am delighted and honored to be a panelist at the Xavier University of Louisana's 17th Health Disparities Conference. I hope you can join me at the conference: Social Determinants of Health: Reaching Equity – Let's Talk Solutions, April 7-9, 2024, New Orleans, LA #XUHDCon #XULA I look forward to meeting old friends and making new ones. I will be on the Monday April 8th plenary panel. If you are attending, please let me know! https://lnkd.in/d2Qsze-u "This Conference was designed to: Examine how economic stability, education and healthcare access and quality, neighborhood and built environment, and social context can equalize health equity. Describe successful public health solutions and outcomes that address race, class, and location to improve health equity through multidisciplinary collaboration. Discuss the role of a policy agenda with actionable solutions as well as describe how this will favor health equity as the driving force to elevate the SDoH. Provide multiple perspectives on implementing effective public health policies that examine the roles of poverty, racial disparities, and social inequality in effecting health outcomes."

"April is National Minority Health Month! This annual observance builds awareness about the health disparities that persist among racial and ethnic minority and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations and encourages everyone to take action to end these inequities. This year's theme, Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections, is about understanding how the unique environments, cultures, histories, and circumstances (known as social determinants of health, or SDOH) of racial and ethnic minority and AI/AN populations impact their overall health." (Source - https://ow.ly/pA8i50Re7Ai) Learn more - https://ow.ly/A9GI50Re7Ak

Gaps in health information for First Nations, Inuit & Métis (FNIM) populations make it difficult to know what interventions work. Our Health Counts (OHC) aims to address this. This editorial in Springer Nature Group discusses the work and outcomes of OHC. https://lnkd.in/gefweVwy Our Health Counts is a project by Well Living House, an action research centre focusing on FNIMs health and wellbeing. Read about the important work they do: https://lnkd.in/gEeYpn7x

April is National Minority Health Month! "Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections" is this years theme. This involves providing fair and respectful care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs and practices. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3xixZ01 #NMHM24

National Minority Health Month NMHM24 Square April is National Minority Health Month! This annual observance builds awareness about the health disparities that persist among racial and ethnic minority and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) populations and encourages everyone to take action to end these inequities. The theme for 2024, Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections, is about understanding how the unique environments, cultures, histories, and circumstances (known as social determinants of health or SDOH) of racial and ethnic minority and AI/AN populations impact their overall health.

In observance with our US colleagues, April is National Minority Health Month, and we encourage all to learn more about the details of this annually celebrated month. From the US Department of Health and Human Services: This annual observance builds awareness about the health disparities that persist among racial and ethnic minority and American Indian/Alaska Native populations and encourages everyone to take action to end these inequities. This year's theme, Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections, is about understanding how the unique environments, cultures, histories, and circumstances (known as social determinants of health, or SDOH) of racial and ethnic minority and AI/AN populations impact their overall health. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/dK-fmjkd.

Today Marks the Start of 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 where we stand together to raise awareness about the critical importance of improving the health of racial and ethnic minority communities and reducing health disparities. This month is a poignant reminder of the unique health challenges faced by the BIPOC autoimmune community. From higher rates of chronic diseases to barriers in accessing quality healthcare services, the disparities are real and impactful. But within these challenges lies an opportunity for change and progress. At The AIP BIPOC Network, we are committed to advocating for health equity and ensuring that every individual in our community has the opportunity to lead a healthy and fulfilling life. Through awareness, advocacy, and action, we strive to address the root causes of health disparities and promote holistic well-being for all. During National Minority Health Month, let us: 🟡 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: By sharing information and resources, let’s educate ourselves and others about the health disparities affecting BIPOC communities and the importance of addressing them. 🟡 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: Let’s use our collective voice to advocate for policies and initiatives that promote health equity and eliminate barriers to healthcare access for minority populations. 🟡 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆: Together, we can empower individuals to take control of their health, access necessary resources, and advocate for their healthcare needs. As we honor National Minority Health Month, let’s recommit ourselves to the journey of improving health outcomes and creating a more equitable future for all.