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In a realm often inundated with online promotions and advertisements, the value of personal connections, fostered through community engagement, remains unsurpassed. As dental practitioners, your role extends beyond the confines of your clinic, venturing into the heart of the community where you have the opportunity to touch lives in meaningful ways. Participation in local health fairs is a golden opportunity to sow seeds of trust and camaraderie with the local populace. It allows you to demonstrate your expertise and dedication, not just through words but through actions that echo your commitment to the community’s wellbeing. Imagine the ripple effect of positive impressions created through personal interactions, hands-on demonstrations, and the sharing of valuable knowledge. Similarly, educational visits to schools serve as a powerful platform to foster a generation of health-conscious individuals. Through engaging and informative sessions, you can ignite curiosity and instill lifelong habits of dental hygiene in young minds. Picture the vibrant energy of a classroom where children are eager to learn from the expert in their midst, absorbing knowledge that will shape their approach to oral health for years to come. These outreach activities don't just resonate well with the community but also carve out a niche of goodwill and reputation for your practice. It portrays your venture as one deeply rooted in the community, keen on giving back and nurturing a healthier, happier populace. Thus, embracing community outreach is a step towards building a practice that stands as a beacon of knowledge, trust, and genuine care in the local landscape.

🇺🇸 🏥 Embrace the Power of Civic Health Month for a Healthier Tomorrow! 🏥 Did you know that non-medical factors determine 80% of health outcomes? This staggering statistic underscores the importance of #CivicHealthMonth! 🤝 What is Civic Health Month? Civic Health Month is an annual reminder that health extends beyond medical care. It's a platform that magnifies social determinants' critical role in shaping our well-being – factors like education, housing, employment, and community support. 💡 Why is it Important? The significance of Civic Health Month is monumental. By recognizing the profound influence of non-medical factors on health, we can pave the way for change and create a space to advocate for policies that foster equitable access to resources that can positively impact communities and prioritize everyone's health. 🌱 How Can You Get Involved?  📣 Spread Awareness: Share the enlightening tweet and posts about Civic Health Month, amplifying the message that health encompasses a broader spectrum beyond medical care. 📣 Advocate for Change: Be a champion for policies that address social determinants of health – from education to housing accessibility. Engage in conversations, write to your local representatives, and advocate for systemic change. 📣 Ignite Conversations: Join discussions within your community and on social media. Share your thoughts, experiences, and ideas for creating more equitable and healthier societies. 📖 Access Resources: Visit civichealthmonth.org to access valuable resources and insights. Equip yourself with knowledge about social determinants of health and their impact. This August, let's unite under the banner of #CivicHealthMonth to create lasting change. By standing up for health equity and addressing the root causes of health disparities, we can take concrete steps toward a world where every individual has the opportunity to thrive. Together, we can build healthier, more equitable communities. Let's make this #CivicHealthMonth count! #CivicHealth #CommunityWellness #PublicHealth #EquitableCommunities #SocialDeterminants #HealthEquity #CivicEngagement #TogetherWeThrive #HealthyCommunities #WellnessMatters #CivicHealthMonth #FQHCs #FQHC #CommunityHealth #SDOH #CommunityImpact #VOTE

*EVENT INVITATION - #HopkinsHour: Championing self-advocacy and dignity for improved outcomes in healthcare and beyond* Self-advocacy entails knowing yourself, understanding your #rights, and the ability to express your rights in everyday situations. Following an acquired brain injury (#ABI) or spinal cord injury (#SCI), it can be difficult for people to have a say in their care and rehabilitation. This is due to the potential physical, cognitive, emotional, and social impacts of an injury, combined with navigating unfamiliar and complex #healthcare contexts. At this Hopkins Hour, Hopkins researchers Professor Tamara Ownsworth and Dr Jessie Mitchell will be joined by #DignityProject lead Dr Kelsey Chapman and Ross Duncan from Spinal Life Australia, along with other special guests. Presentations will focus on how dignified and responsive interactions, services, and systems are essential to support people to #reclaim agency and feel #empowered to influence and direct their #care. This can provide a bridge to becoming a successful advocate in other key life domains, including community access, education, employment, and social and leisure activities. In this way, championing self-advocacy is integral to positive health and life outcomes. The hour will end in a #panel discussion between researchers, clinicians, and consumer advocates. More about the event, and link to join for FREE: https://lnkd.in/gduJ2WZy #SelfAdvocacy #HopkinsHour #DisabilityResearch #Dignity #RehabilitationReshearch #LivedExperience

Alina Moran, FACHE, FABC , thank you so much for the invitation. A few takeaways: -Diversity is everyone’s responsibility. -Incorporate DEIB into everyday conversation. -Treated as important as operation, built into the foundation. #hellohumankindness #DEIB #justiceforall

Paradigm Clinical Research is thrilled to be part of the Jackie Robinson YMCA Community Health & Resource Fair today. It's an honor to connect with the vibrant La Mesa community and shed light on the incredible opportunities available through clinical studies.   Because making a difference in the lives of patients matters more than ever. At Paradigm, we recognize that the success of clinical trials depends on various factors, from reliable patient engagement to the expertise of our investigators and research staff, and the precision in data delivery.   Discover more about our mission: https://lnkd.in/ghjdyp-k   #ParadigmClinicalResearch #BecauseItMatters #YMCAHealthFair #HealthFair #ClinicalStudies #BetterMedicines #ClinicalTrials #MedicalResearch #HealthAndWellness #LaMesaCommunity #LaMesa #CommunityHealth #CommunitySupport #HealthAwareness #PatientEngagement #ResearchExpertise #AccurateData #HealthcarePartnership #DiscoverThePossibilities #HealthcareInnovation

Start up friends... here is a well researched list of academic payvidors that can sometimes be challenging to identify. These organizations are more likely to be receptive to value based care and other innovative programs than those who have not made a commitment in this space.

We've been advocating for a seat at the table for People of Color. But we recognize that one seat represents only a single voice. To enact the meaningful change, the Global PAD Association's DEI Patient Advisory Committee aspires to achieve, they have determined it requires more than one-off, token representation. A chorus of diverse voices, reflecting varied backgrounds and socioeconomic perspectives, is essential for authentic and effective change. Designing for a community demands the collective input of that community. Therefore, instead of inviting only one or two patients to come to you, our DEI Committee made up of nearly two dozen Patients of Color (and growing), invite you to "Come To Our Table", where we can amplify the collective voice of the community, fostering true inclusivity and the change we all want to see. "𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐓𝐨 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞" 𝐟𝐨𝐫: RESEARCH Bring your opportunities for a diverse 𝒄𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 of Patients of Color to review your research projects and trials to offer guidance, support, and feedback throughout the entire process. OUTREACH Seeking effective outreach to communities of color and impactful messaging for heightened awareness and engagement? Share your projects and objectives with us and receive real-time feedback from our DEI Advisory Board. PARTICIPATION Are you seeking to amplify the voices of patients of color, drive awareness, and foster tangible change, ultimately leading to a reduction in amputations? Come to our table and present opportunities for patient involvement in seminars, media, and conferences (virtual or in-person), empowering us to elevate the narratives and experiences of people of color impacted by PAD. For More information on how to get GPAD DEI Certified, go to www.ComeToOurTable.org #DEI #thewaytomyheart #PeripheralArteryDisease #peripheralneuropathy #criticallimbischemia #diversityequityandinclusion #savelegschangelives #savelegssavelives #savemypiggies #PADAwareness #kidneydiseaseawareness #kidneytransplantrecipient #OrganDonation

Last week, Black Men's Health Clinic (BMHC) was represented at the Black Men's Brain Health Conference in Las Vegas for Super Bowl Week, where BMHC board president, Dr. Larry Wallace Jr., Ph.D., spoke from an organizational perspective on community engagement. BMHC sat on a diverse panel called "Working with Community Partners" at the event. The panel was moderated by Lisa Barnes, Ph.D., of Rush University, and other panel participants were Harry Evans of Heal Black Men, José Melendrez, Executive Director of Community Partnerships of the University of North Las Vegas (UNLV) School of Public Health, and Jason Flatt, Ph.D., MPH from the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. Questions were addressed from the audience and there was notable dialogue amongst the panelists. BMHC Board President Wallace made several compelling statements, but there is one we would like to point out in this article. Dr. Larry Wallace Jr. said, "It is important that we make sure we don't go "cookie cutter" when we are working to engage the community. We need to think about our target audience, their comfortability, and understand the people we serve well enough to create pockets of safe spaces from one neighborhood to another." He went on further to express that fundamentally, we need to take the time to relate to the people we serve and show them we care. Simply because people don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care. VIDEO: https://lnkd.in/g--dQUa8 Subscribe to our newsletter today: https://lnkd.in/g_GFfMYu #BMHC #BlackMensHealth #BrainHealthConference #SuperBowlWeek #CommunityEngagement #PublicHealth #LasVegasEvents #DrLarryWallaceJr #HealBlackMen #UNLV #NevadaMinorityHealth #SafeSpaces #HealthEquity #PanelDiscussion #DiversityInMedicine #HealthcareInnovation #CommunityPartners #MentalHealthAwareness #SocialDeterminantsOfHealth #HealthcareDialogue

Panel 4 is happening now! The discussion focuses on enhancing access to diverse career opportunities within the life sciences field. Panelists include Youth Participant Angeli Ramos Tejeda, Christine Bolzan, Joanne Pokaski, Miriam Ortiz, MPP, Hillel Sims, and Jared Auclair moderating the panel #BostonPolicyForum #C2CImpactEngine #HealthCare #StemCareers