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Explore how #Medicaid supports school-based health care in Ohio, ensuring students have access to essential health services where they learn in this new paper from Health Policy Institute of Ohio https://lnkd.in/e-E7Y-jP

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Shout out to Ibis Reproductive Health! Innovations like the #EukiApp are revolutionizing how people access information and support, breaking down barriers, and streamlining care in a way that's private, user-friendly, and empowering. By putting evidence-based tools directly in the hands of individuals, apps like Euki are helping expand access to critical care—particularly for those in underserved or restrictive settings. Let’s continue to support, celebrate, and explore the power technology has to improve healthcare access and protect #reproductive freedom! 

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Anger, disappointment, disbelief, fear, stress, and, anxiety, is the weathering Black birthing bodies treated in healthcare systems encounter each day. This publication paired with the 9/10/24 New York Times article exposing the findings of one of the largest studies that confirmed the drivers of Obstetric Racism in NJ played out through unnecessary C-sections on Black pregnant people to fill operating rooms, is a reminder of just how much oppression, discrimination, and dehumanization the Black reproductive journey faces. The dots are connecting and it is no longer hidden in plain sight. Black bodies are most profitable when they have no agency, autonomy, or control over their bodies. If the 25% of forced elective C-sections given to Black birthing people in NJ had Doulas, would there be a profit margin for the healthcare systems and providers that operated the 68 hospitals in the study?? In the 1600’s one Black body was worth an extra 10 acres of land to fuel the New Jersey economy. Today in the healthcare system what’s the profit margin of one Black womb in New Jersey???? Commodification of Black bodies in New Jersey has not stopped clearly. The $2,246 funeral expenses cap or the $524 for a Medicaid recipient in NJ to be handed back to their family as a container of ashes may be much cheaper than just sustaining Community Doulas, which evidence based research asserts can reduce maternal mortality and morbidity, especially where disparities are in the southern region of the state. (Dreaa Austin and others should still be alive). Can a pregnant person with Medicaid in Salem, Atlantic City, Bridgeton, Camden, Pleasantville, or Millville even find a Community Doula? When will this resolve? For every family that does not have access to evidence based resources and supports meant to improve birth outcomes, it is also a family that should consider a mortuary pre-need. Why? Because Black women are STILL 7x more likely to die in NJ in comparison to their White counterparts. NJ is still 29th in Maternal Mortality outcomes. Moving from 47th over a year ago was not a victory. We moved simply because other states like Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and others did worse. The more information and studies that emerges the more unsafe and less empowered some people in disparate communities feel. It should not be this way. #blackmaternalhealthmatters #doulasmatter #doulasarearesource #theyarenottheanswer #endblackmaternalhealthcrisis #blackmaternalhealthcareaparteid

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I'm hoping to get my manuscript on disparities in OUD treatment published, but here's an overview of my work. Opioid Use Disorder: Addressing Health Inequities in Black Communities Key Insights: Black Americans are twice as likely to overdose on opioids compared to White Americans Overdose rates are highest among Black males Systemic barriers prevent adequate treatment and support Major Challenges: Limited access to healthcare and insurance Fewer pharmacies stocking treatment medications in Black communities Persistent stigma around substance use disorders Historical trauma from the "War on Drugs" White-washed public health campaigns Promising Solutions: Community-involved approaches (barbershops, churches) Culturally appropriate harm reduction campaigns Increasing diversity in addiction treatment workforce Comprehensive, holistic care frameworks Call to Action - Addressing OUD requires: Structural competency in healthcare Community partnerships Cultural humility Representation in treatment and prevention efforts Interested in creating meaningful change in addiction treatment and support? Let's discuss strategies for more inclusive healthcare approaches. #HealthEquity #OpioidCrisis #RacialHealthDisparity #PublicHealth

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Public health professionals: Want to know which evidence-based strategies the Community Preventive Services Task Force (CPSTF) recommend to improve health outcomes? What Works fact sheets are easy-to-read summaries of multiple CPSTF recommendations for a health topic. Find out what works for public health on the Community Guide: bit.ly/3uMl0zA

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For Black Maternal Health Week, we're highlighting our role in addressing outcomes that disproportionately affect Black mothers through advancing connected health and using telehealth to improve health care access. Our Maternal Health Map shows the link between broadband access and health outcomes, allowing users to view customized maternal mortality maps and consider where broadband-enabled interventions may be impactful. https://lnkd.in/eSqGHsug #BMHW24

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I am quite sure that our amazing United States public health professionals and scientists know better than the Supreme Court how to advise us on how best to medically and socially handle needed public health protections important to community, state, and country. #publichealth #supremecourt #politics #publicsafety #healthpolicy #bioethics "From the earliest days of the republic, U.S. courts have upheld public health laws and regulations in large part on the basis of their importance for protecting the well-being of communities. And yet, the modern Supreme Court has imposed a new and rigid set of legal principles that impedes the ability of states, Congress, and agencies to use public health evidence to protect the public. In several cases to be decided this term, the justices will have the opportunity to either double down on or reconsider this approach. In recent years, however, the Supreme Court’s majority has increasingly blocked states from using public health evidence to protect community safety. This term, the Court appears to be poised to further undermine federal agencies. In Relentless v. U.S. Department of Commerce and Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, the Court is expected to invalidate the lonstanding Chevron doctrine, whereby judges give deference to expert agencies in resolving ambiguities in the laws they enforce. Absent Chevron deference, judges will be able to substitute their judgment more readily for that of agency scientists."

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New research shows that Black women hospitalized in the U.S. with a blood infection resistant to last-resort antibiotics face an increased risk of death. Targeted interventions and equitable healthcare access are crucial to addressing this issue. “These findings are deeply troubling,” says lead author Dr. Felicia Ruffin from Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, NC. “Studies are rare that describe these disparities, and our analyses found that it is being both female and Black that is associated with an increased risk of dying.” We must confront the intersectional disparities exacerbating #antimicrobialresistance. It's imperative to identify solutions to systemic issues, promote diversity in clinical trials, and ensure #equitablehealthcare delivery to mitigate these alarming trends. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ez5skdAV

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BCRF researcher Dr. Lola Fayanju is uncovering factors that contribute to racial disparities in breast cancer outcomes, treatment, and more. Differences in when and how patients are treated for breast cancer account for approximately 50 percent of the racial disparities in breast cancer mortality. If not for this gap, we might drastically improve survival for people of color after a breast cancer diagnosis, which is why, with BCRF support, Dr. Fayanju's research is committed to closing this gap. Tune into BCRF’s official podcast, Investigating Breast Cancer, to learn more about Dr. Fayanju and her work. https://bit.ly/4dqngjJ

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📢 Attention All MCH Champions, Colleagues, Collaborators, and Communities! The USCDI+ Maternal Health draft data set is now available for public comment! https://lnkd.in/en_96YJJ This is an incredible opportunity to shape the future of maternal health data interoperability, and we need your insights and expertise at the table. 🔍 What's Happening? The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) has opened a 60-day public comment period for the USCDI+ Maternal Health draft data set. Your feedback is crucial in understanding how maternal health data impacts outcomes for both mothers and children. 📝 Why Participate? As someone who has served on the GA Maternal Mortality Review Committee (MMRC) for 3 years, I've seen firsthand that 80% of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable. One key contributing factor is the lack of continuity of care due to poor interoperability of critical health information. We need a health information system that acts as an agnostic connective tissue, ensuring seamless sharing and access to vital maternal health data. Your input on the importance and ease of collecting these data elements and the potential burden of capturing and sharing them electronically is essential. This feedback will advance the interoperability of maternal health data, ensuring better health outcomes. 💡 Get Started To help you begin, a Knowledge Brief is available, including framing questions to consider. This will guide you through the key aspects of the data set and the feedback process. Here is a link to the Knowledge Brief: https://lnkd.in/eX-U6tg9 🔑 How to Submit Feedback 1. Create an Account: Go to the USCDI+ Platform and click 'log in' at the top right. Select 'Create USCDI+ Account' and follow the prompts. 2. Submit Your Comments: Navigate the platform to find the USCDI+ Maternal Health draft data set. Share your insights and suggestions. For more detailed instructions, refer to the USCDI+ User Guides. If you need any assistance, please email [email protected]. 🗓️ Deadline Submit your comments by July 31, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET. Let's work together to improve #maternalhealth outcomes! Share this announcement widely and encourage others to participate. Our voices matter! #populationhealth #healthequity #healthIT #maternalhealthdata #interoperability #USCDI+

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Pride Month isn't over until we say it is! 😤 Just a reminder that there are two weeks left to submit your research pieces for consideration in an upcoming special section of The American Journal of Public Health focused on global 2SLGBTQIA+ health in the face of persistent legal/governmental persecution. Want to submit something, but aren't sure if this is the right fit? Need more information on formats and requirements? Just want to chat generally about the rest of the upcoming special sections dedicated explicitly to queer, trans, and intersex health? Email me at bmcoston{at}vcu.edu!

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The urgency for historicallly marginalized PhD candidates, like myself, to complete our degrees has never been more critical, given the current political climate. As we witness intensified attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, and affirmative action programs face increasing scrutiny and rollback, the stakes are undeniably high. The ongoing scapegoating of immigrants, insane conversations around identity politics, unchecked misogynoir both online and offline, and the erosion of women's rights further underscore the precarious position of marginalized groups. In this context, remaining in a PhD student role has increasingly become untenable for me. The political and social landscapes are shifting rapidly, often to the detriment of those of us who have historically been disadvantaged. Our voices and perspectives are needed more than ever in academia, healthcare, policy-making, and beyond. The threat of these rights and protections being undermined adds a layer of urgency to our academic pursuits. Completing our degrees and successfully transitioning into professional roles not only advances our personal and career goals but also strengthens our capacity to survive and contribute meaningfully to advocacy, research, and leadership, which are essential for countering these negative trends. Thus, accelerating the completion of our PhDs is not just about personal achievement; it's about positioning ourselves to address and influence the evolving societal challenges effectively. The pressing need to defend and assert our rights and perspectives in the face of mounting adversities makes it imperative for scholars from historically marginalized backgrounds to achieve their academic goals in a timely fashion and to leverage our expertise in the broader struggle for equity and justice. Institutions must step up their support for marginalized students by providing robust resources and tailored mentoring to help us navigate and complete our academic journeys. Enhanced funding opportunities, inclusive policies, and dedicated career services are essential to facilitate our successful transition into professional roles. By investing in our success, institutions not only uphold their commitment to diversity and inclusion but also empower us to drive meaningful change in our fields and communities. It's imperative that they act now to ensure that we have the support needed to overcome systemic barriers and achieve our full potential during this critical time period.

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Infections among people who use drugs related to lack of access to new syringes and subsequent syringe sharing among people who inject drugs have increased dramatically. Increasing access to sterile syringes through syringe services programs (SSPs) is an extremely effective strategy for reducing the spread of bloodborne disease among people who use drugs, their partners, and their families. 🔗 Our newest factsheet, 𝘓𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘚𝘺𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘺𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥, by Corey S. Davis, J.D., and Michael Abrams, J.D., discusses the legality of SSPs in Maryland. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eXpTvnEt

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If you are looking for some guidance and inspiration to pursue consulting or entrepreneurship in the field of public health, then make sure to catch Episode 219, The Pioneer: Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship Hear more about Dr. Charlotte Hughes Huntley's thoughts on the need for more innovation and adaptability in public health work to address the evolving needs of communities. #publichealth #podcast #epidemiology #consultant

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A new report from the NASEM Health and Medicine Division explores and finds limited evidence of legal liability for inclusion of pregnant and lactating women in clinical research, contradicting perceptions of heightened liability. The report presents recommendations that could lead to a more robust evidence base about the safety and efficacy of medications for pregnant and lactating women that would facilitate more informed decision making regarding care while mitigating liability. Read the report and access additional resources here: https://ow.ly/kA1z50Rbulo #HealthEquity #ClinicalResearch

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In a scorecard recently released by the Commonwealth Fund, Michigan placed 29th among 39 states examined in overall health care delivered to Black residents. Michigan also had “worse than average” health system performance for white residents compared with other states, with Black residents experiencing the poorest outcomes, This also applies to the health of women, mothers and babies, with high and increasing rates of maternal and infant mortality and inequities in pregnancy-related outcomes for Black and American Indian/Alaska Native women. Mortality increased during the pandemic. SEMPQIC's Detroit Health Equity Education Resource (DHEER) was created as to source and house health equity information and actionable tools to support personal transformation and equip organizational capacity building needed to advance health equity and improve outcomes in the perinatal care system. Developed specifically Black and Brown women and families who are at high-risk for experiencing maternal and infant mortality in Detroit and southeast Michigan. Check out DHEER for more information https://buff.ly/3sSYeYx

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