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WebThe two organizations began visiting homeless shelters and setting up mobile vaccination clinics in April. Dan Suffoletto, a spokesperson for Public Health, said seven trips have been made so far to St. Vincent de Paul’s homeless shelters that vaccinated 225 individuals. He emphasizes that mobile vaccination clinics were successful in meeting

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WebPublic Health currently has 1,000 gift cards available through a grant provided by the Ohio Department of Health, with more scheduled to be made available in the coming weeks. The location of Public Health’s fixed vaccination clinic sites, are based on areas experiencing lower vaccination rates, opportunity map and Social Vulnerability Index

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WebBy Zack Frink . Dayton Children’s Hospital has broken ground on its new $110 million behavioral health building, addressing the mental health crisis of this generation with a significant expansion in available space for patients by 2025, reports the Dayton Daily News. The big picture: The new behavioral health building comes as a …

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WebDeclaring racism a public health crisis is the long-term policy response that can outlast this particular moment, redress the wrongs of the past, and shepherd us into a healthier, more equitable future. A personal story: Last summer, my 19-year-old daughter was driving to Dayton, and was stopped. And she remembered all the things I have told my

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WebBy Zack Frink . An upcoming partnership between RI International and Montgomery County Alcohol, Drug Addiction & Mental Health Services (ADAMHS) will establish a 24/7 crisis center in Dayton to support mental health and addiction concerns, reports the Dayton Business Journal. The big picture: Set to open this summer, the Montgomery County …

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WebBy Zack Frink . Homefull, a nonprofit organization in Dayton, has initiated a $50 million endeavor to tackle the food desert in west Dayton and improve healthcare accessibility for the local population, converting 16 acres of unused land into a flourishing community, reports the Dayton Business Journal. Setting the Stage: The two-stage …

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Sinclair Community College revs up health care training with …

WebBy Zack Frink . Sinclair Community College is teaming up with health care organizations to provide hands-on training at its state-of-the-art Simulation Center, reports the Dayton Daily News. The big picture: Sinclair's Simulation Center enables health care professionals to collaborate with the college's Health Sciences faculty in creating realistic health …

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Perspective: The impact of racism on child health

Web– Dr. Maria Trent, chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics section on adolescent health, and co-author of the Academy’s 2019 statement on the impact of racism on child and adolescent health. While the shootings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Jacob Blake have focused us all on the tremendous injustice of racism, the impact is far

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Web“Everyone who is eligible to get this free updated COVID vaccine to protect themselves and their loved ones, just as they would get an annual flu vaccine,” said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra in a statement supporting the new ad campaign.. Directing viewers to visit Vaccines.gov, the “At Risk” ads are the latest step in the HHS vaccine campaign; PEC is …

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Downtown companies team up to promote youth mental health

WebCareSource says it will invest in a new app designed to help students improve their mental health. The app, Positiv.ly, is a product of Dayton-based Ascend Innovations.Positiv.ly was launched in April of last year to 18,000 Dayton-area students across more than 30 local schools. The app connects teens to an online community where they can share personal …

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WebThe hour-long briefing with top health officials was co-hosted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Multicultural Media & Correspondents Association using MMCA’s BIPOCXChange, a new digital platform created to connect multicultural media stakeholders with each other and with entities wanting to …

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WebPatient families identified as food insecure by health care professionals are referred to The Foodbank’s Drive-thru Market. They are then given a food box carrying three day’s worth of food, which Emily Callen, community food equity manager for Dayton Children's, said is enough for a family of four.

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WebBeyond sharing her own mental health battles, she highlights the resilient narratives of others, shedding light on the transformative power of vulnerability. Her latest offering, “Be the Journey: 365 Daily Reflections,” serves as a testament to her dedication, providing readers with daily healing through introspection and actionable wisdom.

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WebBy embracing AI in healthcare, the Black community can benefit from advancements that address health disparities and provide more equitable access to quality care. This can lead to better health outcomes and an overall improvement in the well-being of the community. Empowering Social Change: AI can be a powerful tool for social change.

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Black Maternal Health Week comes to Dayton from April 11-17

WebBy Zack Frink . Queens Village Dayton is teaming up with Public Health - Dayton & Montgomery County to commemorate Black Maternal Health Week 2023, reports Dayton 24/7 Now. The Big Picture: Black Maternal Health Week, established by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance, takes place from April 11 to April 17, with the goal of giving a …

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WebBy Zack Frink OneFifteen, a nonprofit dedicated to helping people recover from opioid addiction and substance use, is searching for partners to donate healthy snacks for children who stay in the organization’s Family Wait Area while their parents are in treatment.

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WebWatch on. Over the last year, Ebenezer Healthcare Access has been providing care out of their offices at the John Moore Center. From computer literacy to translation services, and transportation assistance, Jean de Dieu Mukunzi and his team provide more than just programs, but open up real possibilities for immigrants here in Dayton Ohio.

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WebCallen also mentioned that families deal with stress and health issues since providing their next meal is a high priority. Other problems causing residents to become food insecure are the result of food deserts , which puts families at a greater risk for health issues, said Darius Beckham, Hall Hunger Initiative’s project manager.

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WebThe Dayton Q+ Youth Center Project is a grant-funded initiative that aims to promote health equity, personal agency, autonomy, and increase access to resources for LGBTQ+ youth in Montgomery County, Ohio. Through intergenerational connections, parent and youth groups, and partnering with local wellness programs, the Q+ Youth Center …

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WebThe first Rustin lecturer for 2021 – 2022 is Dr. David Marion, the co-owner and CEO of Marion Counseling Services, PLLC, a private mental health clinic that serves clients in Mississippi and Alabama. Dr. Marion's address will take place virtually Thursday, Sept. 30 at 11 a.m. EST.

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WebRegistration for this event was handled through Dayton Public Schools. Event Start Date & Time: October 26, 2022 9:00 PM. Event End Date & Time: October 26, 2022 1:00 PM. Time Zone: (GMT -5:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada), Bogota, Lima. Location: Sinclair Community College Conference Center, 444 W.

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WebLooking ahead: Rich Taste Catering will be relocating from the Dayton Women's Club to the Premier Health building situated in downtown Dayton. The catering company will revitalize the building's marketplace under the new moniker, RFFG Marketplace, which will feature an array of food stations and a grab-and-go section.

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