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HEALTHCAST: VOLUME 50

Hello Cara,

July is Minority Mental Health Month, a nationwide effort to bring understanding of the mental health needs and experiences within BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities, and others who face disproportionate inequities in care, support and mental health services. Poor mental healthcare access and quality of care contribute to poor mental health outcomes, including suicide, among racial and ethnic minority populations. 

Studies have shown that when the COVID vaccine is more accessible to those who face health and social disparities, that getting vaccinated can contribute to a person’s overall sense of mental well-being. This past April during National Minority Health Month, the focus was to underscore the need for these vulnerable communities to get vaccinated. The #VaccineReady campaign needs to continue to be at the forefront, so that all vulnerable communities are not forgotten.

See the advice below from APB’s minority healthcare advocates and experts, and help us spread the word to get #VaccineReady!

Let me know if you are interested in bringing one of them to speak at your organization.
I look forward to working with you,
Brenda

APB Asked: Why is Being #VaccineReady Important to You?

Learn More About John Quinones

John Quiñones says I'm #Vaccineready because...

What Would John Quiñones Do?  I would make absolutely sure I am #VaccineReady because I care deeply not only about my own health and that of my family and also about the wellbeing of my fellow human beings. The COVID pandemic has wreaked havoc on our world's population and we need to do everything humanly possible to protect everyone's precious lives. Do like JQ...GET VACCINATED!!! 

JOHN IS AN ABC NEWS VETERAN & CREATOR/HOST OF "WHAT WOULD YOU DO?"
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Learn More About Dr. Megan Ranney

Dr. Megan Ranney says I'm #VaccineReady because...

  • As an ER doctor, I've seen too many patients and colleagues get sick (and stay sick) from this virus
  • I am thankful for science and want our country to go back to normal
  • As an ER doctor and public health researcher, I want to protect myself AND protect my community
  • I want my kids to be able to have a healthy, normal childhood; vaccines make that possible  

DR. RANNEY IS AN EMERGENCY PHYSICIAN & RESEARCHER 
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Learn More About Daniel E. Dawes

Daniel E. Dawes says I'm #vaccineready because…

"I’m #VaccineReady because it’s an essential part of realizing health equity in America." While still in its initial phases, Daniel has helped to create the Health Equity Tracker, a new data map that will help track systemic health disparities across the country. Read more about it here.

DANIEL IS THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF SATCHER HEALTH LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE AT MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, A HEALTH POLICY EXPERT & AUTHOR
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Also, while still available...

Be sure to check out this panel of experts as they explore structural conditions that have led to health disparities before and during COVID-19, and discuss many topics such as mental health and ways to advance health equity. Hear from 20th Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams, health and science commentator Dr. Esther Choo, and neuroscientist Dr. Nii Addy, with PBS's Dr. Talithia Williams as moderator.

Achieving Health Equity & Why It Matters
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ICYMI: Upcoming Commemorative Events & More

If you are interested in bringing an inspiring speaker for an upcoming health observance, please let us know!

JULY: National HIV Awareness Month, National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, Self Care Month

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