Alan H. H. Fleischmann’s Post

We often talk about community health in Africa, Asia, or Latin America, but this is a great example of its core principles being applied in the US: 1. Figure out who is being excluded from impactful services 2. Work hand-in-hand with communities to find solutions, and make them happen 3. Often those solutions will involve bringing services closer to where people live and work #communityhealth https://lnkd.in/ex2VqqNA

ICYMI: Read about #screening work at Integrated Care Northamptonshire, Northants BCT & more to test for undiagnosed #AtrialFibrillation & #Hypertension within Black African, Black Caribbean & South Asian communities, offering pathways to diagnosis & treatment: bit.ly/3U8xO0F

When it comes to Universal Health Coverage, the critical role of early disease detection cannot be overstated. Many individuals unknowingly suffer from debilitating diseases like cancer and lifestyle-related conditions. These silent health threats often go undetected until they reach an advanced stage. Unfortunately, barriers such as the high cost of healthcare and waning patient-provider trust prevent many people from accessing essential diagnostic services. However, there is hope. By collaborating with Faith-Based communities that have established trust within underserved populations, we can develop innovative, low-cost or zero-cost solutions to provide crucial early detection services. These initiatives contribute significantly to research and policy formulation. I am thrilled to be part of the team designing an innovative program in collaboration with the Duke University Head and Neck department. Our focus is on screening for Head and Neck Cancer within the immigrant community in Raleigh—a vibrant group composed of refugees from various nations. I eagerly anticipate the positive impact this program will have on their health and well-being. 🌟🌎🙌 https://lnkd.in/ewGH9ZBN

Health literacy is a policy priority. Today, in Ireland, the Patients for Patient Safety Ireland - Join Us! calls for a national health literacy approach to empower people to become active partners in maintaining and promoting health and well-being. Mobilizing relevant actors within and beyond the health systems is essential to create lasting impact. Hopefully, Ireland will continue to lead the way in bringing health literacy at the heart of systemic efforts in Europe. #healthliteracy #healthliteracypolicy #patientsafety #healthliteracyforall #wellbeingecononmy #wellbeing #healthpolicy #selfcareliteracy

An interesting article from CMI's James Wintrup on how foreign healthcare volunteers in Zambia can unintentionally harm local relationships and healthcare systems, fostering dependency, disrupting existing services, and perpetuating a cycle of reliance on foreign aid rather than empowering local solutions. #Zambia #Africa #GlobalHealth #Research

A must-read and compelling article about Prof. Agnes Binagwaho and her journey as a global health leader!

“The 2023 Youth Pre-Conference comes at a critical juncture in global health, where the world and Africa particularly face multiple conflicts and humanitarian crises amidst growing concern for mental health and the emerging recognition of the One Health approach.” The #YPC2023 will contribute hugely to creating a safer and healthier Africa for all generations. Read more on : https://lnkd.in/ds5xvdW3 #YPC2023 #YouthLeadershipinHealth

AIMS and OBJECTIVES of COHECF; 1) To improve the overall wellbeing of the underserved communities, promoting health education, and facilitating community development initiatives 2) To enhance the health capacity of local communities by providing training and resources to health care workers , volunteers and community leaders 3) To offer specialized health care support to vulnerable groups such as Children, the Elderly and individuals with chronic illnesses. 4) To advocate for policies and practices that promote equitable access to healthcare and address the health care needs of Christian communities 5) To Foster healthier and more resilient communities through sustainable healthcare interventions, partnership, and advocacy, ultimately striving for equitable health care access and improved health outcomes for All. 6) To raise awareness about health related issues within Christian communities, enphasing preventive care, nutrition and hygiene 7) To organize medical outreach programs, including free medical camps and clinics to reach remote and marginalized populations

🌍 An interesting read on community engagement in research. During my 16 years in the humanitarian sector, there’s also a critical gap in institutional approaches to involve disaster-affected people in decision-making processes. 🤝 Despite impressive stride in recent years, listening and engaging with affected communities often fall on individual efforts, rather than systemic institutional commitments. It’s time to bridge this divide and prioritize meaningful participation and empowerment at all levels. #Humanitarian #CommunityEngagement #Empowerment

New Blog on National Institute for Health Care Management (NIHCM) Learn about all they are doing and sign up for the upcoming webinar on the aging population! #webinar #socialspotlight #philanthropy #HygienicHelper #toliettissueaid #personalhygiene