UCLA Health recently hosted the annual convening of the Healthcare Anchor Network (HAN), where more than 300 leaders from 55 health care centers across the United States joined together to strategize improvements to community health. Johnese Spisso, president of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, highlighted the importance of the conference during the CEO/Leadership plenary session, saying, "I think it gives us an opportunity to be a learning environment for how we can work together with our community to really start making some significant changes." Medell Briggs, MD, MPH, MSHS, chief of UCLA Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, co-led a session on mitigating racial and socioeconomic health inequities by investing in under-resourced communities, saying, “If we’re going to continue to promote greater health, especially within historically marginalized and divested communities, we knew we had to lean into those communities and try new community-partnered approaches to transform health and social well-being.” Read more: https://ucla.in/463bJCP
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
Dr. Tiffany Wiggins, VP and Chief Health Equity Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System, recently participated in an expert panel for The Baltimore Banner’s “Legacy Builders” event. The discussion, “The Medical Divide: Addressing Inequities and Injustice in Health Care," included Lester Davis, VP and Chief of Staff for CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and was hosted by John-John Williams IV, a diversity, equity, and inclusion reporter at The Baltimore Banner. During the panel, Dr. Wiggins described her journey to becoming a health equity enthusiast and emphasized how patients, providers, and systems can address medical bias. She reminded us that we “measure what we treasure” and that healthcare organizations can more meaningfully advance equity by leveraging the insights and expertise of community partners to identify root causes and design cross-sector solutions.
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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
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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
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Learn more about how you can advance racial equity in healthcare at the organizational level.
Need support advancing racial health equity at your organization? Join our free 8-week national learning collaborative. This initiative will help guide your organization in developing an equity charter that will advance health equity for your community. Register here: https://bit.ly/43cqx2w This program is sponsored by The Commonwealth Fund and in partnership with Rush University System for Health, UChicago Medicine, and Do Tank
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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
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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
CHCF and Allies Urge Lawmakers to Champion Health Workforce Diversity - California Health Care Foundation
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