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Barbara Lang , Director of Cochise County Health and Social Services (CCHSS), has announced the launch of the department's strategic plan for 2023 - 2026, titled "Creating a Sustainable Future in Public Health." This comprehensive plan outlines CCHSS's commitment to prioritize public health promotion and community education over the next several years, aiming to significantly enhance community well-being. Mission "We work together to promote, protect, and improve the health and quality of life through exceptional public health services and education." Vision Statement "We will promote and support the health and well-being of the public both now and for future generations." Core Values Service, Professionalism, Open-Mindedness, Respect, Teamwork Director Barbara Lang expressed her dedication to proactive planning and transparency in the department's operations, emphasizing the importance of doing "the right things right.". "It is important for the health department to plan ahead and do the right things right. Transparency is key to build trust, and I am committed to sharing resources and data to improve health outcomes," said Lang. The full strategic plan video can be accessed here: https://lnkd.in/gEnCP7AK

Creating Positive Change in Medicine: The Role of a Community Health Leader As Victoria Nyarko perfectly captures as Community Health Leaders (CHL), we have a unique opportunity to effect positive change in the landscape of medicine. Here's how: 🤝 Community: Building strong, supportive networks within our communities is essential. By understanding and addressing local health needs, we can make a lasting impact. 🤝 Collaboration: Working together with healthcare professionals, organizations, and community members enhances our ability to provide comprehensive care and innovative solutions. 🌍 Diversity: Embracing diverse perspectives and experiences enriches our approach to healthcare, ensuring that we meet the needs of all community members. 💪 Unity: Standing united in our mission, we create a powerful force for change. Together, we can overcome challenges and drive improvements in health outcomes. 📢 Advocacy: Being a voice for the underserved and advocating for equitable healthcare policies is at the heart of our role. We strive to ensure everyone has access to the care they need. This is what it means to be part of a CHL. Together, we are transforming the landscape of medicine for the better. 🌟 Bronx Community Health Leaders (BxCHL) South Bronx Community Health Leaders (sBxCHL) Children's Hospital at Montefiore Community Health Leaders (CHAM-CHL) Mental Health Leaders (MHL) Weill Cornell Community Health Leaders (WCCHL) #CommunityHealth #PositiveChange #HealthcareLeadership #Diversity #Collaboration #Unity #Advocacy #CHL #HealthcareTransformation

Join Shiran Isaacksz, VP, University Health Network at our global webinar for World Accreditation Day! He will explore the critical role of equity and access to care by shifting the focus from traditional institutional models to "care outside the walls," which include holistic community-based approaches. This impactful discussion will center on addressing systemic disparities, increasing accessibility, and cultivating a culture of inclusivity within the health care delivery system. We encourage you to reserve your spot: https://hubs.la/Q02y9Jg_0

Barbara Lang, Director of Cochise County Health and Social Services (CCHSS), has announced the launch of the department's strategic plan for 2023 - 2026, titled "Creating a Sustainable Future in Public Health." This comprehensive plan outlines CCHSS's commitment to prioritize public health promotion and community education over the next several years, aiming to significantly enhance community well-being. Mission "We work together to promote, protect, and improve the health and quality of life through exceptional public health services and education." Vision Statement "We will promote and support the health and well-being of the public both now and for future generations." Core Values Service, Professionalism, Open-Mindedness, Respect, Teamwork Director Barbara Lang expressed her dedication to proactive planning and transparency in the department's operations, emphasizing the importance of doing "the right things right.". "It is important for the health department to plan ahead and do the right things right. Transparency is key to build trust, and I am committed to sharing resources and data to improve health outcomes," said Lang. The full strategic plan video can be accessed here: https://lnkd.in/gEnCP7AK

The data on Health inequalities are unequivocally compelling. At UMMS we walk the talk with a laser focus on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. The amazing Dr. Tiffany Wiggins leads several initiatives addressing Health Equity. #UMMSProud #HealthEquity.

On this day, the St. Louis Integrated Health Network (IHN) commemorates and honors the legacy of Michael Brown, Jr. who was taken from us way too soon. We also stand in solidarity with Michael’s family and friends, striving for a safer and more just and equitable society. Ten years later, it is important that we all revisit the call to action outlined in the Ferguson Commission report, “Forward Through Ferguson: A Path Toward Racial Equity.” (https://lnkd.in/gqAFRMqQ) Championed by Bethany Johnson-Javois, former IHN CEO and Managing Director of the commission, one of the signature priorities named in the report is assuring access to affordable health care. IHN was born out of the necessity to ensure access to quality and affordable healthcare for historically excluded communities. As a trusted partner, we hold ourselves and those with whom we partner accountable to advancing health equity. We center ourselves in the fundamental truth that health equity cannot be realized without racial equity. Racial equity is achieved when all communities reach their full potential through the elimination of policies, systems, and cultural messages that reinforce differential outcomes by race. Recognizing that practices of the past and present have shaped current gaps in health outcomes, the path forward for St. Louis requires us to mobilize and leverage the power of our community, partners, and systems to collectively disrupt these patterns. In honor of Michael Brown, Jr., IHN will continue to challenge systems and change structures that impede access and opportunities to wellbeing. We offer peace and comfort to Michael Brown, Jr.’s family and friends, and to broader to St. Louis community who was touched by his spirit. Blessings, Andwele Jolly #TenYearCommemoration #AllRoadsLeadToFerguson #MB2MW #ChosenforChange #Community #Equity #HealthEquitySTL #IHNCommunity #MichaelBrown Forward Through Ferguson Deaconess Foundation Affinia Healthcare CareSTL Health Family Care Health Centers People's Health Centers Inc SSM Health BJC HealthCare Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis St. Louis University School of Medicine Generate Health STL Missouri Foundation for Health Operation Food Search

Equity is important to us at MPHI. So important that we included it in our mission statement and in our core values. #PublicHealth works best when we seek out what is unjust and remove barriers to achieving health and well-being for all. To learn more: https://loom.ly/FasE-o4

Learn more about how you can advance racial equity in healthcare at the organizational level.

Last week, over 60 representatives from states in our 21st Century (#21C) Learning Communities came together in-person in New Mexico to discuss the current state of public health transformation across the 18 current 21C states, share strategies and innovations, and identify actionable strategies in areas related to public health infrastructure and systems transformation. We thank our New Mexico 21C colleagues for the warm welcome and 21C participants for their energy and engagement. Key takeaways include: 1. Tools to strategically envision, prepare for, and create the future of #publichealth. 2. Action steps for 21C to take related to communications and messaging, the Foundational Public Health Services (#FPHS), #workforce and more. 3. Strategies to advocate for public health and sustainable funding, including coalition building, cross-sector #partnerships, and demonstrating the economic impact. #collaboration #phaccreditation #phinnovation #transformation

At CHCF, we believe in a health workforce that mirrors the diversity of our state, especially for the 15 million Californians enrolled in Medi-Cal. How can California achieve this? 🔍 Improving data disaggregation to understand patient language needs better. 💡 Increasing scholarship funding and loan repayment resources for people passionate about serving underserved communities. 🏫 Advancing holistic admission processes in California’s health profession schools to foster diversity. 🤝 Strengthening partnerships between California Community Colleges and California State Universities to bolster allied health professions. As CHCF’s Kathryn E. Phillips shared at a recent Assembly Health Committee hearing: “Our health workforce is a critical infrastructure. It’s the infrastructure of care. And just like our roads or our bridges, we need regular assessment. We need infrastructure upgrades. Our workforce deserves more. Our patients need care.” We were honored to testify alongside our many partners working to build the representative workforce we all want and need: California Pan-Ethnic Health Network, California Black Health Network (CBHN), Latino Coalition for a Healthy California, Roots Community Health Center, and AltaMed Health Services, among many others. Learn more about the hearing and how California champions health workforce diversity: https://lnkd.in/gxYFRUUm