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Vermont Health Equity Initiative

WebVermont Health Equity Initiative. What We're About. We are an organization dedicated to providing accessible, human-centered healthcare to all BIPOC Vermonters. …

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What Are The Social Determinants of Health

WebBy Hanna Blankenship. Social determinants of health (SDOH) are the various social, economic, and environmental factors that influence an individual's health and well …

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The Connection Between Oral Health and Overall Life Expectancy

WebOral health is a crucial indicator of overall health. Most oral diseases and conditions share risk factors with the leading noncommunicable diseases (cardiovascular …

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Poverty As An SDOH — Vermont Health Equity Initiative

WebPoverty is a social determinant of health (SDOH) that can significantly impact the health and well-being of BIPOC Vermont communities. Poverty can lead to social …

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COVID-19 — Vermont Health Equity Initiative

Web3. Get Vaccinated. Our team will direct you to the vaccination area with a medical professional for your COVID-19 vaccination or booster shot. 4. Observation. You will wait …

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Stories + News — Vermont Health Equity Initiative

WebOral health is a crucial indicator of overall health. Most oral diseases and conditions share risk factors with the leading noncommunicable diseases (cardiovascular diseases, …

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Mental Health Stigma in BIPOC Communities — Vermont Health …

WebUVM Health Network’s Porter Medical Center adopted a new model in hopes of breaking down the barriers to mental health care. Integrating mental health services …

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What You Need To Know About Long COVID

WebLong COVID conditions can include a wide range of ongoing health problems that can last weeks, months, or even years. Conditions are found more often in …

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The National Suicide Prevention Hotline Number Is 988 — …

WebWhat is 988? 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is the new and revised program adopted from the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. After contacting 9-8-8, trained …

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Why Are BIPOC Communities Less Likely To Receive Oral Care And

WebTo learn more about the importance of dental health, check out Grin! Magazine from our partner Nor. African American males have a relatively high rate of …

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Why Black Men Don’t Open Up: Mental Health Stigma In The Black

WebIn addition to stigma and mistrust, Black men may face other barriers to seeking mental health care, such as lack of access to mental health services in their …

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Press — Vermont Health Equity Initiative

WebNew Initiative in Burlington Takes Aim at Disparities in Health Care for Black, Indigenous and People of Color. WCAX. Organizations Focus On Vaccines For Minority Vermonters. …

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Self-Loathing & Lack of Self-Esteem in the Black Community

WebThis self-loathing is further reinforced by the popularity of skin-bleaching products, which suggest that lighter skin is more desirable and valuable. These harmful …

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How SDOH Holds Back Black Communities — Vermont Health …

WebOne critical factor that holds back the Black community and contributes to health disparities is the social determinants of health (SDOH). SDOH are the social, …

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Social Determinants — Stories + News — Vermont Health Equity …

WebSocial Determinants of Health are the social, economic, and environmental factors that impact health and contribute to health disparities. For Black Americans, several SDOHs …

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Partner With Us — Vermont Health Equity Initiative

WebCommitment to Health Equity. We look for partners who share our passion to provide accessible, human-centered healthcare to all BIPOC Vermonters. Cultural Competence. …

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A Conversation With Dr. Marissa Coleman

WebThis past October, VHEI’s Co-Founder and Program Director, Belan Antensaye, sat down with Dr. Marissa Coleman of The University of Vermont Medical …

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Mental Health — Stories + News — Vermont Health Equity Initiative

WebSelf-esteem is an essential factor in overall mental health and well-being; it is the foundation of a positive self-image. It affects how we perceive ourselves and interact with the world …

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Bebe Moore Campbell Minority Mental health Awareness Month

WebBebe Moore Campbell was a pioneer in advocating for equitable mental health care, especially for Black and African-American communities. Through her best …

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Donate — Vermont Health Equity Initiative

Web"The Vermont Health Equity Initiative clinic has been a beacon of hope for our community during the COVID-19 pandemic. They have gone above and beyond to make sure that …

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Contact 1 — Vermont Health Equity Initiative

WebHQ. Burlington, VT 05401. VHEI resides on the traditional, ancestral, and current land of the Abenaki Nation of Missisquoi.

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