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Still Time to Register for the National Caregiver Summit!

We’re thrilled to bring together caregivers, care receivers and caregiver allies this Thursday, May 2, 2024 for our National Caregiver Summit. Join us for this half-day, virtual event offering opportunities for C.A.R.E.: Connection, Advocacy, Rejuvenation, and Education. Created for caregivers, by caregivers, this year’s event will focus on financial sustainability of this critical field.

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Harnessing the Power of Environmental Justice Storytelling

The Center for Health Justice is seeking five collaborators across the U.S. for a three-month project to create impactful stories through videos, photography, story maps, or story slams. Selected participants will receive expert coaching, maintain rights to their work, and earn a $5,000 stipend. Apply by May 6, 2024, and use your voice to advance health equity and environmental justice. 
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Exciting Progress for Community Health Workers in California

Last month, the Alameda County Capacity Building Collaborative, in partnership with Health Leads and the California Health Care Foundation, shared highlights of their commitment to enhancing workplaces and career opportunities for community health workers/promotores (CHW/Ps). Through strategic partnerships and consensus-driven policies, they've made strides in transforming the landscape for health workers. 
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Arab American Heritage Month Celebration in Review
This month, we celebrated Arab-led organizations and leaders making significant contributions in health equity, maternal and child health, environmental justice, and beyond. Stay tuned in May for our highlights of AAPI equity leaders.
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The Rising Challenge of Caregiving in America

With 1 in 6 Americans now over 65—the demand for caregiving is surging. Women are often at the forefront of this challenge, bearing a disproportionate share of the burden. Ali Rogin delves into the personal stories of these caregivers and talks with author Emily Kenway about the hidden costs of caregiving. 

 
How to Build a Resilient Public Health Workforce

Public health professionals have personal aspirations and unique skills, crucial for a robust health system. In this podcast, hear from Dr. Brian Castrucci, president of the de Beaumont Foundation and co-author of “Building Strategic Skills for Better Health,” on how to cultivate a more effective public health workforce. 
Race-Based Diagnoses in Medicine are More than Skin Deep

Race isn't biologically real, so why does it influence medical diagnoses for conditions like keloids or cystic fibrosis? In a recent episode of Code Switch, Dr. Andrea Deyrup delves into the implications and challenges of race-based medicine.

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