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Recap: One Community in Recovery Conference Highlights and Awards

May 9, 2024 3:00:00 PM / by Ellen Kesler, MLS, MPH, CPH posted in Community, health equity, recovery, equity

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The Annual NC “One Community in Recovery” Conference is an annual event organized by a dedicated statewide committee of behavioral health providers and advocates, many of whom bring personal experiences of recovery from mental health and substance use challenges.

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History of Race and Medicine in the United States - Online Program

Apr 16, 2024 6:00:00 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Social Determinants of Health, Medicine, health equity, equity, race, history

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Delve into the complex and intertwined history of race and medicine in the United States, gaining valuable insights into the pervasive presence of structural racism within the healthcare system. By participating in the online program led by esteemed expert Dr. Jennifer Schaal, you will have the opportunity to deepen your understanding of how racist ideologies have shaped the development of American medical systems.

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Brenner FIT® Academy: For Professionals - Self-paced Online Learning Series

Jan 3, 2024 8:24:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in food, health equity, weight loss, Pediatrics, brenner fit

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Treating and preventing pediatric obesity is not about cutting calories and increasing exercise. In this 5-part series, developed by the pediatric weight management experts at Brenner FIT®, participants will learn new, effective skills to help their patients and families makes positive health changes in a safe, kind and family-centered way. Get registered!

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Providing Equitable Care for Patients With Non-English Language Preference in Telemedicine

Dec 20, 2023 4:09:00 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in telehealth, health equity

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Improving access to telemedicine for non-English speaking patients is crucial for health equity. A self-directed module for medical students on working with interpreters in telehealth shows promising results. 

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Share the Health Fair was Held in November: Helping Over 300 Attendees

Dec 8, 2023 7:30:00 AM / by Melanee Mills, MSEd posted in Community, health equity, health care

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The annual Share the Health Fair (STHF) was held at the Downtown Health Plaza on November 4, 2023 from 8-2 pm. This event provides free screenings and services to the underserved populations in Winston-Salem community.  

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Share the Health Fair held in November was a HUGE Success!

Dec 19, 2022 10:34:03 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Community, health equity, health care

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This year’s Share the Health Fair was a huge success!!! Thanks to all attendees, volunteers, community organizations, staff, and sponsors for a wonderful fair.

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Share the Health Fair is Back - November 12th!

Oct 10, 2022 9:50:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in health equity, health care

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Share the Health Fair is an annual, one-day free health fair organized by students to offer health screenings, educational services, and community resources for individuals and families within the community who may be otherwise unable to be seen by a healthcare provider.

 

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Salem Academy and College Health Leadership Forum 4/21/22

Apr 7, 2022 2:00:00 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Well-Child Care, public health, health equity, leadership, global health

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Salem Academy and College will hold its inaugural Health Leadership Forum on Thursday, April 21, 2022. Salem College is the nation’s only liberal arts college exclusively dedicated to developing the next generation of women leaders in health.

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Addressing the Social Determinants of Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Ensuring Equity, Quality, and Sustainability (Clone)

Sep 6, 2021 8:17:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Social Determinants of Health, COVID-19, health equity, equity

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The Northwest AHEC Practice Support Team is committed to promote understanding and improve the orientation of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) for North Carolinians. In order to support these goals, we will share a publication on SDOH each month on our Practice Support Blog. 

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Social Determinants:  housing needs and home ownership in Watauga County, NC

Apr 1, 2021 9:02:59 PM / by Andrew L. Brewer, MS, NBHWC posted in Social Determinants of Health, Healthcare Insights, Healthy Opportunities, health equity, rural health, housing

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Social determinants awareness has become a consistent consideration in healthcare as we've become intentional about recognizing the environmental, social, and other factors leading to suboptimal health outcomes. Housing and the demand for safe and affordable housing is a challenge in many communities.

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